Apr 28, 2026 | AOC Business Partner
Sponsored content contributed by AOC Business Partner: Oregon Corrections Enterprises
Oregon’s counties are the backbone of our communities. From public works and facilities to parks and public safety, counties provide essential infrastructure and services that keep Oregon thriving. Yet across the state, local leaders face growing challenges maintaining quality services with limited budgets, aging infrastructure, and rising community needs.
Oregon Corrections Enterprises (OCE) is proud to partner with counties to deliver durable, affordable solutions that help meet those challenges while creating lasting, positive impact across the state.
Practical Solutions, Local Impact
OCE offers a wide range of products and services used by Oregon counties, from outdoor furniture and shelters to custom signage, fabrication, and interior furnishings. In addition, OCE provides essential services including commercial laundry, secure call center operations, document scanning, and professional print and mail fulfillment. Every product and service is designed to meet the demands of Oregon’s communities and climate, ensuring long-lasting value, reliability, and minimal maintenance costs.
Beyond quality and cost efficiency, OCE partnerships create opportunities for adults in custody to gain valuable job training and certifications in fields such as welding, textiles, carpentry, and manufacturing. These programs help participants build the skills and confidence needed to reenter the workforce successfully after release, reducing recidivism and strengthening communities statewide. Through this model, OCE supports Oregon’s economy while promoting rehabilitation, responsibility, and second chances.
Why Counties Choose OCE
• Durable products designed to provide long-term value for local budgets
• Customization and flexibility to meet unique county needs
• Local production and delivery supporting Oregon’s economy
• Positive social impact that aligns with county and community values
Working Together for Oregon’s Future
By partnering with OCE, counties invest in more than infrastructure, they invest in people and long-term community success. Whether improving a county park, upgrading facilities, or replacing signage, OCE solutions are built to serve Oregon communities for years to come.
Learn more about how OCE supports counties across the state at oce.oregon.gov.
Apr 28, 2026 | AOC Business Partner, NACo
Sponsored content contributed by AOC Business Partner: NACo
The question isn’t whether AI is coming to your county—it’s how effectively you will lead the transition.
Join the next NACo AI Leadership Academy cohort starting May 11th. This program moves past the hype, giving you the practical tools to navigate risks and implement technology successfully.
Master the Pillars of Modern Leadership:
- Innovation: Empower your staff to explore new technological frontiers.
- Collaboration: Build cross-functional teams for seamless implementation.
- Strategy: Align tech investments with your organization’s specific needs.
- Equity: Ensure new initiatives benefit all employees and residents.
Enrollment & Exclusive Discounts
Maximize your budget by enrolling your entire team.
- Individual Price: $1,000
- Team Discount: $750 per person (for groups of two or more)
Click Here to Secure Your Spot for May 11th
Apr 28, 2026 | AOC Business Partner
Sponsored content contributed by AOC Business Partner: Hinge Health
Did you know one out of every 2 adults in the United States is affected by back, joint, or muscle pain?* Here’s how you can be the one who isn’t.
Enroll with Hinge Health today and get access to virtual physical therapy and more to help:
- Recover from an injury
- Relieve pelvic pain and discomfort
- Reduce everyday joint and muscle aches
- Improve your balance, strength, and mobility
Enroll today at hinge.health/cisoregon-article
Work with real people, including a Hinge Health physical therapist, who are dedicated to helping you feel your best. Hinge Health’s programs include:
- A care plan designed for your everyday activities and long-term goals — and to treat multiple areas of your body at once
- Exercise therapy sessions you can do in as little as 15 minutes — anytime, anywhere with the Hinge Health app
- 1-on-1 support from a physical therapist or health coach to tailor your sessions as needed and help you reach your goals
- Virtual pelvic-floor therapy for pregnancy and postpartum, bladder control, pelvic muscle control and strengthening
Hinge Health is available at no additional cost to you and is covered by CIS Oregon through Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon.
Eligibility: Participants must be 18+ and enrolled in a Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon medical plan. Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon is an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. Hinge Health is a separate company that provides virtual physical therapy services.
*Bone and Joint Initiative, The Hidden Impact of Musculoskeletal Disorders on Americans, 2018
Apr 28, 2026 | AOC Business Partner
Sponsored content contributed by AOC Business Partner: Covenant Technology Solutions
Most organizations assume their backups are working. They set it up, they see the green checkmark, and they move on. The problem is that a backup that can’t restore isn’t really a backup — it’s a false sense of security.
The good news: you don’t need a big project to find out where you stand. You just need to actually test it.
Three things worth checking this year:
Start with your most critical system — the one your whole organization depends on to function. Can your team restore data from it? Not theoretically. Actually. Run the test and document what happens.
Next, think about order. When something goes wrong, what comes back first? Most teams don’t have a clear answer until they’re in the middle of a crisis. Getting that priority list sorted in advance saves enormous time when it matters most.
Finally, make sure your backups are protected from the same threat as everything else. Ransomware routinely targets backup systems. If your backups live on the same network and the same access credentials can reach them, they’re vulnerable too.
A 60-minute restore rehearsal once a year — where your IT team validates one critical restore and writes down the steps — is one of the highest-return things a lean organization can do.
Want the full technical breakdown, including specific restore tests and how to protect backup repositories from ransomware? Read the complete guide on our blog.
And if you want to see where your full environment stands before the next incident, a Cyber Risk Assessment is the fastest way to get a clear picture.
Apr 28, 2026 | AOC Business Partner
Sponsored content contributed by AOC Business Partner: Amazon Business
Amazon Business’s Buy Local program makes it easy for counties to identify and purchase from local and regional suppliers directly through their Amazon Business account.
By surfacing products from small and local businesses, the program helps counties reinvest taxpayer dollars back into their own communities — supporting local jobs, strengthening regional supply chains, and aligning procurement with community-first values. It’s a simple, built-in way to prioritize local economic impact without sacrificing the convenience, pricing, and transparency that Amazon Business provides. Ready to start buying local?
Reach out to Maddie Smart at cmaddie@amazon.com — she’ll connect you with your dedicated Amazon Business account executive to help set up automated buy local preferences and tracking for your county. It only takes a few minutes to configure, and you’ll be able to see exactly how much of your spend is going back into your local community.
Free Amazon Business Prime
The Association of Oregon Counties (AOC) is providing all Oregon counties free Amazon Business Prime (up to $3,499 value/year).
In addition to Amazon’s fast and free shipping with Business Prime, participants also receive:
- Pay by Invoice
- $5,000+ line of credit
- +25% off thousands of essential products
- Office, IT, MRO, and JanSan supplies
- Tax exemption
- Dedicated Account Executive
We encourage you to take full advantage of this opportunity!
Activation Steps:
- Click on this link
- Login to your Amazon Business account
- Enter this code: EEAUPB
- Activate Business Prime $0 (or “switch” to a $0 and receive a prorated refund)
Maddie Smart
Government Partnerships
678-314-9762
cmaddie@amazon.com
Mar 30, 2026 | AOC Business Partner
Sponsored content contributed by AOC Business Partners: NACo and Nationwide
For the 26th consecutive year, the National Association of Counties (NACo) Deferred Compensation Program, in partnership with Nationwide, is offering a remarkable scholarship opportunity for high school seniors. This initiative aims to support the educational aspirations of the children and grandchildren of county employees who participate in the NACo Deferred Compensation Program.
Scholarship Details
The NACo Deferred Compensation Program is awarding four $2,500 college scholarships to high school seniors. This initiative underscores NACo and Nationwide’s commitment to supporting the families of county workers.
Applications for this scholarship will be accepted between March 1st to April 30th, 2026 so make sure you check your Plans website after March 1st, 2026 for submission details. There, you will find comprehensive information on the application process, ensuring that all potential candidates have the necessary details to apply.
Investing involves market risk, including possible loss of principal. No investment strategy or program can guarantee to make a profit or avoid loss. Actual results will vary depending on your investment and market experience. Neither Nationwide nor its representatives give legal or tax advice. Please consult with an attorney or tax advisor for answers to your specific questions. Nationwide Retirement Specialists are Registered Representatives of Nationwide Investment Services Corporation, member FINRA, Columbus, Ohio.
