Legislative update: PERS, pot and electric vehicles
As the 2017 legislative session heads past the halfway mark, it’s crunch time for many bills awaiting time on the floor.
Morning Roundup
Legislature considers equal pay, Tobias Read changes his mind about Elliott Forest and Oregon Promise lands additional funding.
Nonprofits survey to get “equity” makeover
Managers at the Nonprofit Association of Oregon have embarked on a year-long effort to train staff on a new workplace ethic that is transforming how nonprofits operate.
Morning Roundup
County not worried about Sessions’ threat, Portland plans for Centennial Mills redevelopment and Umpqua Forest sale paused.
‘More Manufacturers Needed’ to Jumpstart Mass Timber Industry
I caught the tail end of yesterday’s Mass Timber Summit, a Business Oregon-sponsored event timed to coincide but not to be confused with the much larger Mass Timber Conference that starts today in the Oregon Convention Center.
Portland Mayor makes big promises about city future
Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler presented his first State of the City address Friday at a Portland City Club luncheon.
Arnerich Massena Announces Ryan Cunningham, CAIA, Promoted to Senior Consultant
Portland-based investment firm Arnerich Massena announced today that Ryan Cunningham, CAIA, has been promoted to a senior consultant position in the firm. As a senior consultant for the company’s institutional practice, Mr. Cunningham consults to corporate defined contribution plans, pension plans, non-profit endowments and foundations, and wealth management. He brings his experience to bear on … Read more
Morning Roundup
Lattice sale hits another roadblock, Wapato jail gets another offer and judge refuses to dismiss Aequitas investors lawsuit.
Private equity stays private
Rightly or wrongly, private equity companies in Oregon and across the nation have a reputation for secrecy.