Top 3 best small nonprofits
Our second annual ranking of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon celebrates what it means to be a great place to work. Read about the top four small organizations, with 10 to 24 employees worldwide.
2010 List of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon
Almost 5,000 nonprofit employees from more than 150 organizations around the state participated in the second annual 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon survey, and they had a lot to say about what it takes to be a great place to work.
Powerlist: Social media boosts ad firms
Despite the recession, Oregon’s advertising industry has seen business pick up this year thanks in part to the prudent use of social media.
Next: Internet detours relieve web congestion
University of Oregon associate professor Reza Rejaie is developing detours on the Internet highway that may help relieve the congestion caused by streaming live content.
Quality makes local choice
Hillsboro-based Quality Production Ltd. is committed to hiring locally for manufacturing jobs, rather than outsourcing.
Poverty rises in middle class
An Oregon State University study of first-time food stamp users finds that the recession has increased poverty among Oregon’s middle class.
For-profit libraries raise concerns
A Maryland company that has taken over 15 libraries in ailing Jackson County is now adding the libraries of San Clarita, Calif. to its roster.
The florist-farm connection
Customers at Eugene’s three Rhythm & Blooms locations are often unaware that many of the flowers being sold are homegrown by owner Rachel Mordhorst.
Economy crushes grape growers
Small vineyard owners are suffering this year because of the economy, with many unable to sell their product to local wineries.
Jordan Schrader Ramis PC – Off the Record, September 2010
The current newsletter is available from Jordan Schrader Ramis PC, featuring “Succession Planning For a Closely Held Business”
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