Business incubator/accelerator to launch in Willamette Valley
RAIN, the Regional Accelerator and Innovation Network, will help businesses start and grow and will create jobs in the southern Willamette Valley.
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Amorphyx seeks to reshape business of display manufacturing
Team members hope the process they are developing will be adopted by the world’s largest display manufacturers.
Portland startup offers ‘pre-built’ outdoor adventures
Outdoor Project published its 1,000th adventure: a backcountry ski trip to Todd Lake.
Protecting your business from cybercrime
BY DON MORRISON | OB GUEST CONTRIBUTOR
While the technology renaissance we have gone through has certainly benefited consumers and businesses alike, it’s also brought a new vulnerability with it – the emergence of cybercrime.
Expert hints at Nike manufacturing in Oregon
Sharon Blair, director of Portland Sewing, said Nike plans to hire designers and begin manufacturing at its Washington County headquarters.
Energy department director resigns
Lisa Schwartz resigned as director of the Oregon Department of Energy.
OSU fires basketball coach
Oregon State University will have to pay Craig Robinson $4 million for his departure.
Jibe Consulting to move HQ to Seattle area
The company will relocate to Bellevue, but will continue “significant operations” in Portland.
Lane County incubator helps small businesses grow
The EuGenius Market helped at least five companies move into retail locations.
Where did all the workers go?
BY ERIC FRUITS | OB BLOGGER
Something has happened to Oregon over the past decade to cause steep declines in incomes and willingness to work.