YouTube considering paid subscriptions
WSJ: The online video website is working on a paid, ad-free subscription business model in addition to its existing ad-based platform.
Taco Bell launches new ordering app
CNNMoney: The fast food restaurant’s app will allow customers to skip waiting in line.
Portland businesses find paid sick day law problematic
The Bureau of Labor and Industries has received 72 complaints about the ordinance so far.
Salem city council considers Uber’s legality
The transportation service has been operating illegally since July.
Private investment firm purchases two Beaverton corporate parks
Starwood Capital Group bought more than 1.2 million square feet of office and flex space in a $164.1 million deal.
Oregon to test pay-per-mile gas tax option
The Department of Transportation will begin spearheading the trial July 2015 with 5,000 volunteers.
New Goodwill Outlet to open in Northeast Portland
The new 173,000-square foot location will mark the company’s 50th store since 1927.
Honoring the Ethical
BY JON SHADEL
Rotary’s Oregon Ethics in Business aims to raise consciousness about business ethics by honoring exceptional companies.
Mega-Hit
Barran Liebman’s annual employment law seminar is an industry classic.
Taking a Business Approach to Sustainability
BY JON SHADEL
Business leaders descend on Portland in December for the region’s largest environmental conference and trade show.