Ruth Swain
I enjoy being part of the SBDC team because:
"I am thrilled to be part of the Rogue Community College SBDC team and building the economic strength of small business in our region. I am passionate about helping small businesses thrive and grow, a fundamental mission of the Rogue SBDC."
My favorite activity living in the Rogue Valley is:
“Exploring our rich cultural history, historic downtown, and beautiful scenic outdoors.”
Ruth Swain
SBDC Director
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Ruth is the Director of the Rogue Community College SBDC, joining the team in 2021. She previously served four years with the Mt. Hood SBDC, where she was Interim Innovation Director leading the statewide Cybersecurity and FranFit programs for the Oregon SBDC network.
Ruth has supported small businesses and regional economic development for thirty years. She has extensive training and success in regional economic growth in both major metro and rural communities. She is an award-winning marketing expert, with numerous national awards for excellence in communications.
As Director of RCC’s Small Business Development Center, Ruth’s focus is overseeing the ongoing programs and services of the center, and serving as a Rogue Community College SBDC ambassador to the local business community and our many economic development partners.
Ruth graduated from Eastern Washington University cum laude, focused on business, marketing, and communications. She also is an expert in fundraising and grants management.
Ruth enjoys reading a wide variety of literature and genres, from business strategy and leadership to philosophy, to gritty detective mysteries. She enjoys exploring with her family and her dog Charlotte Bedelia (Celtic Goddess of Fire).
