Celly launches its DIY network
Does the world really need another social network?
Food cart owner Nong balances life, work and play
Narumol Poonsukwattana (Nong), 33, runs one of Portland’s most famous food carts: Nong’s Khao Man Gai.
Reader input: digital world
In 2008, readers weren’t bullish on using digital technologies for business purposes. Less than 10% of respondents to an online survey had used Facebook or business networking sites in the previous six months. Five years later, that number has surged to about 40%.
From the Editor: The great divide
There are two kinds of people in this world: those who are computer-literate and those who take an hour to figure out how to indent a paragraph in Microsoft Word. Alas, I fall into the latter, techno-illiterate camp.
Business Oregon proposes tax credit overhaul
Business Oregon is proposing an overhaul of the tax credits that Oregon extends to manufacturers.
Powell’s COO becomes CEO
Emily Powell is stepping down as CEO of Powell’s Books, and COO Miriam Sontz is replacing her.
Hitachi expanding in Hillsboro
Hitachi High Technologies America is expanding in Hillsboro, adding 30 engineers.
Nike joins NASA in green innovation group
Nike is a member of LAUNCH, a group including NASA and the U.S. Department of State.
Oregon Legislature could still approve tax increase
Republicans and Democrats could still come to a compromise on tax increases before the June 30 deadline.
Columbia Sportswear sets revenue record
Columbia Sportswear set a record for first quarter revenues, due to late-season cold weather.