Ruth Swain

Ruth Swain serves as the Director of the Rogue CC Small Business Development Center within the Oregon Small Business Development Center Network since September 2017, providing leadership and oversight for advising and communications programs. Previously, Ruth held various prominent roles, including Statewide Cybersecurity Coordinator and Interim Statewide Innovation Director, where complex leadership in communications and training was provided across statewide programs. Experience includes presidency and ownership of Swain Communications for 17 years, with a focus on community communications and economic development, and a tenure as Community & Economic Development Director for the City of West Richland, achieving significant grants and awards. Additional roles encompass leadership positions at Columbia Basin College and Tri-City Development Council, emphasizing communications excellence and successful capital campaigns. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Business Communications and various certifications in leadership and design.