Who's Behind REDI? Meet Allister Schwarzenberger

Meet REDI Board Member Allister Schwarzenberger

When talking with Basalite Concrete Products Operation Manager Allister Schwarzenberger, you immediately understand the pride and sense of community he has for Redmond. “My family and I feel “at-home” with the small-town feel and a sense of community in Redmond ever since we moved to area in 2002,” says Allister. “I feel obligated to be an advocate for the importance of economic growth. I want to make a difference for the community that has provided me a place to call home and raise my family.”

On July 1, 2024, Allister joined the Redmond Economic Development Inc. Board of Directors to help further economic and business development as it relates to the Redmond community. “Joining the REDI board will not only help me learn from the people around me, but also it will give me the opportunity to share my knowledge and experiences with those same people,” says Allister. “I want to align myself with something that is meaningful, impactful, and sustainable.”

With just two months on the board under his belt, Allister says he knows REDI is a team he wants to be part of. He points out the organization flourishes because of the leadership of all the board members serving with a purpose, to promote economic vitality in Redmond. “During my brief time with REDI, I’ve learned that these community leaders are committed to advancing Redmond’s strategic business growth, while enhancing quality of life for the residents of Redmond,” Allister says.

As one of the newest REDI board members, Allister says he’s learning about so many new skills and attributes. “Everything from leadership to finance, governance to strategy, decision-making to group dynamics,” he says. “This experience will teach me more about myself, as well as enhance pre-existing skills that can enable me to perform better both in and out of REDI.”

Everyone has a favorite REDI event and while he hasn’t had the opportunity to participate in one yet, Allister says he is most excited about the annual Made in Redmond Tour. “We need to highlight all our manufacturers and producers here in Redmond to help expand opportunities and meaningful employment, build our region’s long-term resiliency, and celebrate Redmond’s unique cultural identity,” he says.

When not working at Basalite or attending REDI meetings/events, Allister loves to spend time with his wife and three children walking through the Dry Canyon or playing at Sam Johnson Park. “My team helped to hand build the Monkey Face replica climbing boulder many years ago,” he says. “These parks are so important to our community and help make Redmond a fantastic place to work and live. Much like REDI’s vision: “REDMOND: A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND PROSPER.”

Above all, Allister is excited to make a positive impact within the community. “Not everyone wants to change the world, but everyone wants to positively change something about it and for me, joining the REDI board is a remarkably effective way of taking steps towards doing so,” he says.

You can learn more about the work REDI does within the community, upcoming events and more at www.rediinfo.com.