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The Austin Family Legacy - with Ken Austin III and Loni Parrish

Daniel Roberts Season 2 Episode 54

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In this episode, Ken Austin III and Loni Parrish share the story of their parents, Ken and Joan Austin. Ken and Joan founded the dental equipment company A-dec, which is now the largest employer in Yamhill County, and were also behind the Allison Inn and Spa, which is now the number one hotel in Oregon. Ken and Joan were also well known for their major contributions to the Newberg community through their Foundations.

In this episode you will also learn:

  • What it was like growing up in the Austin family
  • How Austin Industries works together with the Austin Family Foundation
  • Next steps in the Springbrook Master Plan
  • How the A-dec Way turned a small dental company into an international leader
  • The story behind Ken Austin's book, American Dreamers 
  • Ken and Loni's personal entrepreneurial journeys
  • How the 3rd generation of the Austin/Parrish family are continuing Ken and Joan's legacy
  • And much more!

To learn more about the Austin Family Foundation, visit https://austinfamilyfoundation.com

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