Mark Forest
​CEO, Forrest Technical Coatings
Mark has more than 25 years at Forrest Technical Coatings, a world leader in the formulation and manufacturing of heat resistant and other high performance finishes. Before assuming the role of company president in 2008, he held technical, product management, sales, and general management leadership roles.
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Mark earned a B.A. in Music from the University of Southern California and an M.B.A. from the University of Oregon. He brings the perspective of owners and senior business executives to the EVLA board.
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Throughout his years in the coatings industry, Mark has worked as a professional jazz guitarist and raced sailboats competitively. These days, he enjoys traveling, sailing, scuba diving, and hiking with his wife and five children.
Jaclyn K. Rudebeck
Attorney and Shareholder
Watkinson Laird Rubenstein, P.C.
Jaclyn is an experienced employment and business attorney. In addition to her experience as outside counsel, she has held internal executive roles in the nonprofit sector and in the food and beverage manufacturing and hospitality industry. As a business owner herself, she can relate to the many demands her clients face. Her practical experience allows her to offer support beyond legal compliance to help organizations truly thrive.
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Jaclyn earned her B.A. in Psychology and Criminal Justice, cum laude, from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire, and her law degree from the University of Oregon. Jaclyn also has advanced training in change management, continuous improvement/LEAN, and organizational wellness.
Jaclyn balances her professional life by training for and competing in a variety of dog sports with her Collies. She also enjoys gardening and exploring our beautiful state with her family.
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Bonnie B Larson
Bonnie joined the EVLA Board of Directors in 2023 as the Marketing Committee Lead. with more than 30 years of experience in marketing, business development and sales across many industries, she will assist with EVLA's organizational growth and communications. Bonnie formerly held the position of Business Development Manager at Forrest Technical Coatings, now retired, and has completed both of EVLA's Core and Practitioner Lean Courses earning her certifications - which she highly recommends!
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To refresh her soul and replenish her mind, Bonnie finds quality time with her husband Rik, son Erik, and daughter-in-law Liz celebrating all the wonderful blessings God has bestowed upon her family, friends, and the Lane County community and across the country.