Brian S. McDowell
Regional Development Officer @Business Oregon
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WORK HISTORY
Regional Development Officer @Business Oregon
La Grande, OR, US
The State of Oregon’s Economic Development AgencyServe at the intersection of public policy, capital deployment, and industry strategy to strengthen regional economic resilience and advance long-term industrial competitiveness across Eastern Oregon.Sector Development Assignment: Domestic Aerospace & Defense IndustryStrategic ScopeEconomic & Industrial ExpansionPartner with local governments, private enterprises, and industry leaders to catalyze business retention, expansion, and sector development initiatives — with particular focus on aerospace, defense manufacturing, and advanced industry supply chains.Infrastructure & Capital DeploymentOversee a portfolio of state and federal funding programs supporting industrial site readiness, water and wastewater systems, broadband access, and community revitalization — aligning capital allocation with regional growth strategy and measurable economic outcomes.Portfolio & Project GovernanceManage a diversified portfolio of economic development investments and incentives, ensuring disciplined deployment of public funds, accountability to performance metrics, and alignment with statewide strategic priorities.Strategic Advisory & Stakeholder LeadershipAct as a trusted advisor to business owners, investors, municipal leaders, and regional partners by delivering data-driven analysis, coordinating multi-agency resources, and navigating regulatory and funding frameworks.Mission AlignmentAdvance resilient, opportunity-rich communities by aligning policy, infrastructure, and industry growth within a disciplined, results-oriented economic development framework.
EDUCATION
Portland State University - School of Business
Bachelor of Science Degree, Business Administration Finance
The Wharton School
Executive Graduate Degree, Bank Management & Financial Services
Harvard Business School
Certificate - Summer Venture in Management Program, Business Administration and Management, General
ABOUT BRIAN S. MCDOWELL
Capital is never neutral. It reflects conviction, shapes culture, and ultimately advances a vision of the future. I serve Christian leaders and conviction-driven families who believe wealth is more than accumulation — it is stewardship. Together, we align capital with legacy, purpose, and Kingdom impact. At Oz Investing Services, I help clients deploy assets in ways that:•Preserve and grow wealth with a disciplined, institutional-level strategy•Reflect biblical conviction in portfolio construction and capital allocation•Strengthen families across generations•Support redemptive enterprises and Gospel-centered initiatives This is not generic “values-based investing.” It is intentional stewardship rooted in a Biblical worldview.My work is shaped by a Biblical understanding that Jesus Christ is Lord over every domain — including WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT• Kingdom-Aligned Strategy – Investment decisions filtered through both financial rigor and biblical conviction• Institutional Discipline – Structured asset allocation, risk management, and performance accountability• Legacy Integration – Coordinating wealth, estate vision, and multi-generational stewardship• Redemptive Capital Deployment – Supporting enterprises and initiatives that restore communities and advance Kingdom WHOM I WORK WITH• Business owners preparing for transition or long-term legacy planning• Senior executives seeking coherent, conviction-aligned wealth strategy• Families committed to multi-generational stewardship• Ministry leaders and philanthropic families seeking disciplined capital oversightIf you are serious about aligning your capital with your convictions — without sacrificing strategic discipline — let’s begin the Designations: AIF® • ASBC® • CKA® | Disclosures: Advisory Services are offered through Inspire Advisors, LLC, DBA Oz Investing Services, a Registered Investment Adviser with the SEC. Insurance Services offered through Inspire Insurance, LLC. For informational purposes only; not investment advice. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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