The Business of Books
A Portland literary arts nonprofit transforms a failing book fair into a vibrant community event.
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Ebb and Flow: Puppet Labs adds two more execs to staff
A weekly list of new hires, fires and promotions as well as business openings and closings.
Short take: A conversation with Rick Abel
On September 14th and 15th, Klamath Community College hosted a Rural Business Summit aimed at strengthening ties between local businesses and rural economic development agencies.
Oregon Business spoke to Rick Abel, head of development and retention for the Klamath County Economic Development Association, about a few of the summit themes: growing a rural workforce, leveraging regional strengths and making friends with the competition. (This interview has been edited for clarity.)
On the scene: Made in Portland?
Portland has a burgeoning fashion industry. But what happens when companies want to manufacture their products in Portland?
3 Reasons to Participate in the 100 Best
Our annual 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon survey is underway. Now in its 22nd year, the survey culminates in a ranking of the state’s best places to work based on employee responses to a satisfaction survey.
Outdoor enthusiasts should put their money where their mouth is — and help pay Fish & Wildlife tab
The number of hunters is declining, leaving the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife with decreased funding at a time when outdoor recreation is booming.
Ebb and Flow: Woodburn fruit processing plant closing
A weekly list of business openings and closings, as well as new hires, fires and promotions.
In photos: On trend — a modern, minimalist PDX office space
A photo tour of one of Portland’s modern offices.
Plastic pollution provides untapped business potential
The manufacturing of alternatives to plastic products could be the next frontier in the cleantech sector.
On the scene: Economic summit puts focus on uniting the region
How do we ensure technology unites us and provides opportunities rather than disparity?