Board Nominees
Below are the bios for the 2021 board nominees. The nominees are running for 4 at-large positions. They will be introduced to the membership on September 27 and the election will be held October 11.
Only members may vote, so please remember to bring your membership card to the October 11 meeting. If you can't find your membership card, we will be able to look you up.
Only members may vote, so please remember to bring your membership card to the October 11 meeting. If you can't find your membership card, we will be able to look you up.
Heidi Albertson - Most recently serving as the Director of Sports Travel & Development at Graduate Eugene, Albertson consistently drove revenue growth and shattered her sales goals. Her approach to building relationships through aggressive networking, her engaging personality, and going above-and-beyond enabled Graduate Eugene to land contracts with ESPN and the PAC-12 television network. Additionally, Albertson’s presence at the National Athletic Director Conferences and Alumni President’s Conference led her to acquire fresh opportunities and an even larger professional network.
Alberton’s influential communication skills helped her supercharge business operations at various properties and brands, including Riverhouse on the Deschutes, Hilton Eugene, and Chambers Communications. She’s also served on the Oregon Club of Eugene’s Board for 18+ years. Wherever she goes, Albertson brings her vast network of professional athletes, celebrities, and business leaders, including Nike Co-Founder, Phil Knight.
Albertson took an all-encompassing leadership role to build and scale a hotel from the ground up during her time at Inn at the 5th. She spearheaded all aspects of the opening, served as a “One-Person Sales team,” and used her interpersonal skills and charm while leading weekly tours with key players, including executives from Alaska Airlines and editors from Sunset Magazine.
For two decades, Albertson has developed a solid record of achievement sparking business development and leveraging her network to make things happen. Her love for the Oregon Ducks and contributions to every Olympic trial event since 2008 exemplifies her passion for sports. Additionally, Albertson is scheduled to attend the 2022 IAAF World Track and Field Championships in Eugene alongside various dignitaries and broadcasters from 300+ countries.
Heidi and her fiancé’ live in Bend, Oregon and continue to support the DAF and love to travel with the Ducks. This year they went to the Men’s NCAA Tourney in Indianapolis and the Ohio State game in Ohio. Heidi loves to golf and continues to network with all different nonprofits around the country.
Aaron Bloom - I have been involved in Real Estate in one way or another for the past 20 years. I have invested in rental properties, worked for investors to fix and flip homes as well as work with clients and friends to find properties to both live in and invest in. Now I can finally say I have found my home as a Real Estate Broker for Windermere Real Estate. I realized over the years my true passion is helping people make sound decisions while providing the best customer service possible. I gained my core beliefs from managing others at Nordstrom years ago. I believe that service IS selling, and I can’t wait to create new relationships while build lifelong customers.
My career also affords me the opportunity to work in the community and give back to organizations such as Oregon Cancer Foundation, Bridgeway House and smaller organizations like Eugene Timbers Youth Soccer and Erin’s Table.
I have coached for Kidsports for a number of years because helping people become better at what they do in life has always been a passion of mine.
And I wouldn’t be a true Oregonian if I wasn’t a DUCK fan. When I am not working, you can find me at a Football game or a Women’s Basketball game. I also love to send time in Bend and Sunriver with my kids riding biked and rafting in the summer while skiing and snowboarding in the winter.
I have made a professional career out of networking within my sphere of influential people that I know and trust. I am in the TOP 10% of realtors at Windermere and Top 5% in Lane County. My business is %100 referral based so my relationships in life are imperative to me.
Connie Cottrell - Connie Cottrell has been an active Real Estate Broker in Eugene/Springfield since 1999. Her focus is Industrial and Commercial leasing and sales. She is married and has two daughters and one grandson. She is also the Vice President of the Child Center Board. Helping raise money for children with special needs. She was also the 2016/2017 Past President of Oregon Club and an Oregon Club member for several years. She is looking forward to joining the board again and doing what she loves. Being a lifelong Duck fan is in her blood. Thank you for the opportunity and GO DUCKS.
Josh Gillock - Joshua moved to the area in 1998. He graduated from Thurston H.S. as a 1st Team All-League baseball player. After graduating he began a career at Forrest Paint Co. He is currently in his 22nd year, where he is now the Logistics and Shipping manager. Joshua has had a passion for this community and the children of it. He coached his 4 children along with countless others in multiple sports through Kidsports and other sporting clubs. Joshua was also a State Rep and State Executive Board member for Head Start of Lane County.
Joshua has also worked with local programs, Healthy Moves and the National Academy of Artistic Gymnastics Volunteering countless hours to help support youth activities. He is also an attending member of Willamette Christian Center where he has helped serve the community through Project Hope and other various events.
Joshua is a devoted father to 4 children of his own and a foster son. The 4 oldest are young men with the ages of 21, 18, 18 and 16. His daughter is 13 and is a competitive cheerleader after 9 ½ years of competitive gymnastics.
Joshua has been a Duck Fan since the 94 Rose Bowl and hasn’t looked back. He enjoys attending any and all Duck events and regularly plays golf with many of the coaches from all athletics. Joshua loves the community and the University. His desire is to see more youth grow and be involved with the success of Oregon Athletics. He believes his positive attitude, years of playing sports and his love for Eugene will be a valuable asset to the Board.
Scott Stewart - I moved to Eugene in 2005 to attend U of O and have been here since. I am the youngest of 4 kids and the last in my family of 6 to call themselves a duck alum. Duck Football has been a huge part of my life since I can remember, something you would recognize instantly upon walking into my childhood home- every wall is covered floor to ceiling in duck memorabilia. My family has had the same seats at Autzen for over thirty years, something that becomes more special to me each year.
I have been married to my wife and best friend Maddy since 2016. Together we have two fur-babies, Posie and Hobbes. Maddy and I have made a home here in Eugene where we love golfing, playing in a kickball league, and frequenting the many eateries and breweries our state has to offer.
As an Edward Jones financial advisor, I have great enthusiasm for helping serve the serious, long-term investor. My office has been in Junction City since 2013, where I remain enthusiastic to my clients and the community at large. Working in Junction City and living in Eugene has given me a unique opportunity to connect with both communities in various ways. I have been dedicated to donating my time and resources to the following organizations:
*Habitat for Humanity
*Alzheimer's Association
*Airport Rotary
*Emerald Business Partners
*Tri-County Chamber
I am very excited for the opportunity to be considered for membership in the Oregon Club.
Alberton’s influential communication skills helped her supercharge business operations at various properties and brands, including Riverhouse on the Deschutes, Hilton Eugene, and Chambers Communications. She’s also served on the Oregon Club of Eugene’s Board for 18+ years. Wherever she goes, Albertson brings her vast network of professional athletes, celebrities, and business leaders, including Nike Co-Founder, Phil Knight.
Albertson took an all-encompassing leadership role to build and scale a hotel from the ground up during her time at Inn at the 5th. She spearheaded all aspects of the opening, served as a “One-Person Sales team,” and used her interpersonal skills and charm while leading weekly tours with key players, including executives from Alaska Airlines and editors from Sunset Magazine.
For two decades, Albertson has developed a solid record of achievement sparking business development and leveraging her network to make things happen. Her love for the Oregon Ducks and contributions to every Olympic trial event since 2008 exemplifies her passion for sports. Additionally, Albertson is scheduled to attend the 2022 IAAF World Track and Field Championships in Eugene alongside various dignitaries and broadcasters from 300+ countries.
Heidi and her fiancé’ live in Bend, Oregon and continue to support the DAF and love to travel with the Ducks. This year they went to the Men’s NCAA Tourney in Indianapolis and the Ohio State game in Ohio. Heidi loves to golf and continues to network with all different nonprofits around the country.
Aaron Bloom - I have been involved in Real Estate in one way or another for the past 20 years. I have invested in rental properties, worked for investors to fix and flip homes as well as work with clients and friends to find properties to both live in and invest in. Now I can finally say I have found my home as a Real Estate Broker for Windermere Real Estate. I realized over the years my true passion is helping people make sound decisions while providing the best customer service possible. I gained my core beliefs from managing others at Nordstrom years ago. I believe that service IS selling, and I can’t wait to create new relationships while build lifelong customers.
My career also affords me the opportunity to work in the community and give back to organizations such as Oregon Cancer Foundation, Bridgeway House and smaller organizations like Eugene Timbers Youth Soccer and Erin’s Table.
I have coached for Kidsports for a number of years because helping people become better at what they do in life has always been a passion of mine.
And I wouldn’t be a true Oregonian if I wasn’t a DUCK fan. When I am not working, you can find me at a Football game or a Women’s Basketball game. I also love to send time in Bend and Sunriver with my kids riding biked and rafting in the summer while skiing and snowboarding in the winter.
I have made a professional career out of networking within my sphere of influential people that I know and trust. I am in the TOP 10% of realtors at Windermere and Top 5% in Lane County. My business is %100 referral based so my relationships in life are imperative to me.
Connie Cottrell - Connie Cottrell has been an active Real Estate Broker in Eugene/Springfield since 1999. Her focus is Industrial and Commercial leasing and sales. She is married and has two daughters and one grandson. She is also the Vice President of the Child Center Board. Helping raise money for children with special needs. She was also the 2016/2017 Past President of Oregon Club and an Oregon Club member for several years. She is looking forward to joining the board again and doing what she loves. Being a lifelong Duck fan is in her blood. Thank you for the opportunity and GO DUCKS.
Josh Gillock - Joshua moved to the area in 1998. He graduated from Thurston H.S. as a 1st Team All-League baseball player. After graduating he began a career at Forrest Paint Co. He is currently in his 22nd year, where he is now the Logistics and Shipping manager. Joshua has had a passion for this community and the children of it. He coached his 4 children along with countless others in multiple sports through Kidsports and other sporting clubs. Joshua was also a State Rep and State Executive Board member for Head Start of Lane County.
Joshua has also worked with local programs, Healthy Moves and the National Academy of Artistic Gymnastics Volunteering countless hours to help support youth activities. He is also an attending member of Willamette Christian Center where he has helped serve the community through Project Hope and other various events.
Joshua is a devoted father to 4 children of his own and a foster son. The 4 oldest are young men with the ages of 21, 18, 18 and 16. His daughter is 13 and is a competitive cheerleader after 9 ½ years of competitive gymnastics.
Joshua has been a Duck Fan since the 94 Rose Bowl and hasn’t looked back. He enjoys attending any and all Duck events and regularly plays golf with many of the coaches from all athletics. Joshua loves the community and the University. His desire is to see more youth grow and be involved with the success of Oregon Athletics. He believes his positive attitude, years of playing sports and his love for Eugene will be a valuable asset to the Board.
Scott Stewart - I moved to Eugene in 2005 to attend U of O and have been here since. I am the youngest of 4 kids and the last in my family of 6 to call themselves a duck alum. Duck Football has been a huge part of my life since I can remember, something you would recognize instantly upon walking into my childhood home- every wall is covered floor to ceiling in duck memorabilia. My family has had the same seats at Autzen for over thirty years, something that becomes more special to me each year.
I have been married to my wife and best friend Maddy since 2016. Together we have two fur-babies, Posie and Hobbes. Maddy and I have made a home here in Eugene where we love golfing, playing in a kickball league, and frequenting the many eateries and breweries our state has to offer.
As an Edward Jones financial advisor, I have great enthusiasm for helping serve the serious, long-term investor. My office has been in Junction City since 2013, where I remain enthusiastic to my clients and the community at large. Working in Junction City and living in Eugene has given me a unique opportunity to connect with both communities in various ways. I have been dedicated to donating my time and resources to the following organizations:
*Habitat for Humanity
*Alzheimer's Association
*Airport Rotary
*Emerald Business Partners
*Tri-County Chamber
I am very excited for the opportunity to be considered for membership in the Oregon Club.