Four Attorneys Elected to Tonkon Torp Partnership
Tonkon Torp LLP has elected Adam Adkin, Karen Hobson, Christopher Morehead, and Ava Schoen to its partnership, effective January 1, 2022.
Oregon and China to Collaborate on Carbon-Neutral Technology
Leaders in China and Oregon laid out a path to partnership, academic collaboration and reshaping U.S.-China relations at the Climate Change & Sustainability in Oregon & China Forum.
Grocery workers at Fred Meyer and QFC vote to authorize a strike
The recent strike authorization against Fred Meyers and QFC comes amid a growing string of union action, and victories.
Record demand signals happy holidays for local retailers.
Despite supply chain disruptions and competition from large e-commerce websites, retailers and local vendors are in for a huge holiday season.
Investment Trends 2022: Reinventing the World
Post-pandemic. Post-Trump. Post-lockdown. Post-election. What will the world look like in the aftermath of the last few years?
Onward Eugene and Oregon Bioscience Announce Partnership
The Eugene-based business accelerator and the bioscience association plan to turn Eugene into the state’s bioscience startup hub.
Holiday Markets Welcome Pandemic Entrepreneurs
Seasonal craft markets see an uptick in vendor applications, with many crafters saying COVID-19 prompted them to start new businesses.
Jeff Cronn Joins Albertina Kerr Board
Tonkon Torp partner Jeff Cronn has been elected to the Governing Board of Albertina Kerr, a nonprofit organization headquartered in Portland, Oregon since 1907, that provides essential support services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and mental health challenges.
New Employer Requirements Under OSHA COVID-19 Rule
On November 4, 2021, OSHA released its long-anticipated rule related to COVID-19 vaccines in the workplace.
Comcast Rise Announces Major Expansion To All Women-Owned Small Business Nationwide Starting In 2022
In its first year alone, Comcast RISE has provided over $60 million in grants, marketing, and technology services to support more than 6,700 small businesses owned by people of color.