SpotlightAroundTown
A podcast for small business owners and our neighbors across the Pacific Northwast. I’ll be shinging a light on public spaces, events, venues, and a periodic interview with one of our Amazing business leaders. The podcast will start out as a weekly adventure into what’s happening and continue growing in a place where businesses want to be featured and loved.
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Episodes
Monday Dec 15, 2025
Monday Dec 15, 2025
When Urgency Replaces Leadership | Business Decision-Making for Local Owners
Running a local business means making decisions under pressure. When the phones slow down and the stakes feel high, urgency can start to replace leadership—and even well-intentioned choices can create unintended harm.
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Tuesday Nov 11, 2025
Spotlight Around Town November 2025 Business of the Month
Meet Kathryn of Kat’s Ultimate Shine (Canby). Meticulous detailing, paint correction & ceramic coatings. Mobile or covered bay. Community-rooted craft.
Website / Booking: katsultimateshine.glossgenius.com
Phone: (503) 314-6922
Facebook page: @KatsUltimateShine
Instagram: @kats_ultimate_shine
Friday Oct 31, 2025
Friday Oct 31, 2025
SNAP benefit cuts are coming to Oregon, and their impact reaches far beyond the grocery aisle. Host Sherry Merideth examines how these changes could shape Northwest Oregon’s business landscape — from restaurants and retailers to rural farms — and what communities can do to adapt with compassion, collaboration, and care. Rooted Local. Radiantly Visible.
Friday Sep 26, 2025
Friday Sep 26, 2025
Organizer Megan Cline joins Sherry from Spotlight Around Town to talk about this year’s Molalla Pride, happening Sunday, Oct 5, 11 AM–3 PM at Clark Park.
Expect local nonprofits, vendors, kids’ crafts, and even axe-throwing—all in a safe, welcoming space. Megan shares why she stepped up to organize, what the event means for Molalla, and how community connection is at the heart of Pride. 🌈
Saturday Aug 09, 2025
Saturday Aug 09, 2025
Marketing in 2026 is transforming fast.
In this episode of The Spotlight Around Town Podcast, host Sherry Merideth reveals how AI is reshaping campaigns. Whether you’re local or national, this is your roadmap to staying visible, relevant, and ahead in today’s fast-changing marketing world.
Thursday Jun 19, 2025
Thursday Jun 19, 2025
Today’s episode comes to you straight from the Spotlight Around Town personal room, where we reconnect with Lisa Brumm—founder of My Financial Girlfriend—for a candid, empowering conversation about what’s new and next. Grab your favorite coffee or cocktail, because this is one of those talks that will make you feel smarter and more inspired. Let’s dive in.
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Spotlight Around Town: The Voice That Moves You – A Conversation with Rae Gordon
When Rae Gordon walks into a room—or a blues club—you know it. There’s a rhythm to her energy, an honesty in her laughter, and a voice that can stir even the most stubborn of souls.
Friday May 16, 2025
Friday May 16, 2025
Spotlight Around Town is excited to introduce 13th Floor Creations, John Maddin Art. Learn more about 13th Floor Creations on their website and Etsy.
Saturday May 10, 2025
Saturday May 10, 2025
Join Spotlight Around Town for a visit to the Oswego Heritage House with Executive Director Kathryn Sinor. Discover the rich history of Lake Oswego, from its iron industry roots to heartfelt stories preserved through diaries, photos, and a trove of WWI-era love letters. Learn about common myths, rotating exhibits, and must-see landmarks like the George Rogers Park iron furnace.
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