A Well-Crafted Plan
GrowlerWerks was poised for startup success—until a patent lawsuit threatened their flagship endeavor. Here’s how intellectual property law firm Marger Johnson set them back on course.
Brand Stories
Getting Real with Wine By Joe 2.0
New leadership, a drive for transparency and fresh initiatives spur the next stage for the Dundee-based winery.
Step into Nature’s House of Healing
Stories of nature’s impact are part of what’s driving Oregon’s long-term outdoor recreation initiative.
Growing services – online and in the city
Oregon State University expands its Portland regional programs by offering unique online/in-person learning experience.
Humble Roots and Bold Intentions
With a recently expanded office in Eugene, Oregon Pacific Bank marches confidently towards a bigger future while keeping community at its core.
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
She Flies With Her Own Wings
When it comes to Oregon’s hospitality-and-tourism industry, a woman’s place is in the lead.
Clean energy for your business: easier than you think
An emerging model of energy distribution provides a fresh choice.
The Power of Philanthropists
As we think about closing out 2017 and look forward to 2018, we find ourselves continually amazed by the transformative power of philanthropy in our state. From businesses that support the charitable causes important to their employees to the thousands of OCF donors and volunteers who support the causes they hold dear—this collective impact strengthens … Read more
OregonSaves – What Employers Need to Know
Oregon has created a retirement savings vehicle (a Roth IRA) for employees whose employers do not offer an employer-sponsored requirement plan.