Brand Stories

Fire Up! State Medical Marijuana Laws Still Federally Approved

By Michael G. McClory

While you were attending last weekend’s record opening for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Congress approved and President Obama signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2016, which provides for $1.14 trillion in federal spending through the end of the fiscal year.  The 2016 Budget Act received bipartisan support (though it did not have universal support) and averts a government shutdown until at least October 2016 (just before the next presidential election).

Written by Michael G. McClory

Nutcase in a Nut Shell

Shaping a homegrown helmet startup into a global safety brand, one Nutcase at a time

Written by Erin J. Bernard

Following the Leaders

BY ERIN J. BERNARD

Three Oregon leaders weigh in on tourism, public policy and heeding the call to serve.

Written by Erin J. Bernard

Fictional Hotline ~ What We Have Here Is A Failure To Communicate

By Michael G. McClory

The Bullard Edge is fascinated by the difference between lies and failures to communicate.  There can be a subtle distinction between the two and both have a huge role in the workplace.  The lawsuit filed against USC by former football coach Steve Sarkisian drove this point home.

Written by Michael G. McClory

Top 3 tech trends health care managers should have on their radars

Advances in technology are reshaping the health care landscape. For patients, technologies such as 3D printing and advanced genomics are offering bold new treatment options for life-threatening illnesses and injuries. However, technology is not only revolutionizing patient care; it is also transforming the way health care administrators optimize resources, streamline processes, and improve patient and employee satisfaction.

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Banking on Culture

BY ERIN J. BERNARD

Pacific Continental and Capital Pacific Banks merge assets and approaches.

Written by Erin J. Bernard

Innovation on Display

BY JON SHADEL

The technology industry is always in flux. And this rapid rate of change poses challenges to companies ranging from nimble startups aiming to make their mark to established organizations fighting to remain relevant. This is particularly true in the competitive digital display market, where an Oregon company has been at the forefront of nearly every major breakthrough in the last three decades.

Written by Jon Shadel