Playing Defense
The Department of Defense is by far and away the federal government’s biggest spender — but few of those dollars flow into Oregon. Some trade groups are looking to bump up those numbers.
Manufacturing
The Impossible Choice
Woman-owned businesses have been a lifeline during the post-pandemic recovery. But female business owners say they’re not getting adequate support to continue driving economic growth.
Nabisco Strike Highlights Manufacturing’s Growing Pains
Offshoring jobs has created anxiety among labor, as well as tensions between businesses and unions.
The Oregon-China Relationship Becomes Essential
With mourning political and supply line pressure, Oregon’s relationship with China could play a major role in keeping the peace.
Labor Issues Hamper Buy American Ethos
Consumers are willing to spend more money on U.S.-made products, but domestic supply chains continue to pose challenges.
Psychedelic Mushroom Firms Move In
The leader of one of the world’s largest psilocybin manufacturers predicts Oregon’s magic mushroom market will blossom.
Pattern Master
Danielle Elsener’s work to promote zero-waste fashion is gaining the attention of apparel makers, potentially revolutionizing one of the most wasteful and polluting sectors in existence.
Distilleries Face Crossroads
Small-batch distilleries saw immense growth in past few years, but COVID-19 lockdown is forcing the sector to innovate to survive.
Future of Work: Managing Employees Who Cannot Work From Home
The next in our series of interviews with business leaders on the future of work is with Jessica Gomez, CEO of Rogue Valley Microdevices.