Kerry Smith is a former bread-baking magnate who has transformed the carpet industry by creating Lapchi.

Herb Pharm has grown to a multi-million-dollar enterprise that controls 45% of the national market share in liquid herbal extracts.

From vases that look like trophies to vintage urinal reproductions, Mudshark Studios is an alternative to “Made in China.” The company offers ceramic mold making, production services and product consulting at their 17,000-square-foot Northeast Portland location.

The couple in charge of Minto Island Growers, a farm straddling Salem city limits, has become adept at growing and selling produce, and now they’re ready to focus more on a different part of the farm: a half-acre stand of tea plants.

Hillsboro retailer steps in to fill the void for young female athetes’ clothes.

Historically low interest rates and the return of the overall economy spur new activity from dentists.

Air travel in Oregon has gotten more efficient — and crowded — with leaner operations despite more passengers.

Justin Yuen, 38, is president of FMYI (For My Innovation), a social-collaboration software company with a commitment to sustainability.

Branding is a key part of any successful business enterprise. But for small companies, the process can be expensive and time consuming.

As the New Year gets into full swing, we asked Oregon Business readers to rank their priorities for state and federal leaders.