Building the New Natural Resources Economy

Among the remote beauty of the Blue Mountains in Eastern Oregon, Grant County is engaging in a significant experiment in the “new natural resource economy.” This term, coined by University of Oregon researchers*, Michael Hibbard and Susan Lorie, describes a way communities “can help diversify rural economies while also enhancing environmental, social and cultural assets.” … Read more

Written by Oregon Community Foundation

Maass Joins Lane Powell on Corporate, Securities and M&A Team

Emily Maass has joined Lane Powell’s Portland office as an Associate on the Corporate, Securities and M&A Team. Maass advises businesses, boards of directors and nonprofit organizations on corporate governance, state and federal regulatory compliance, annual shareholder and board meeting preparation, and corporate financing.

Written by OBM Team

Sussman Shank LLP Welcomes Three New Members to its Litigation Team

Sussman Shank LLP is pleased to welcome three new members to the firm’s Litigation Department. Derek J. Ashton joins the firm as a Partner, Kimberlee Petrie Volm joins as an Associate, and Kristin Eisenhauer joins as a Paralegal.  “We are thrilled to welcome the newest members of our team.  These additions will add increased capacity, practice diversity, and trial experience to further strengthen the breadth and depth of our already strong Litigation Department,” said Steve Seguin, Chief Operating Officer of Sussman Shank.

Written by OBM Team

She Flies With Her Own Wings

When it comes to Oregon’s hospitality-and-tourism industry, a woman’s place is in the lead.

Written by Erin Bernard