Why a weak dollar means a strong export economy
The dollar’s decline is good news for Oregon’s traded sector companies.
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The age of the activist investor: Is there too much grey hair in the boardroom?
The second of a two-part series on how the rise of activist shareholders could pressure Oregon public companies to reconsider who sits on their boards.
Post-derailment, Oregon passenger rail struggles to get back on track
Passenger rail “is always going to lag and struggle unless we want to put in dedicated resources,” says ODOT rail division chief.
The 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon turns 25
In 1994, the same year Netscape Communications launched the first commercially available web browser, Oregon Business debuted the 100 Best companies to work for in Oregon, a landmark tool for measuring workplace satisfaction in Oregon.
Shaking up the repertoire: Part II
Scott Showalter, president and CEO of the Oregon Symphony, talks about revenue growth, the symphony as performance art and how he said no to Edward Snowden.
A new style of Uber boss comes to the Pacific Northwest
Alejandro Chouza is charged with repairing relationships with regulators as the ride-sharing company expands in Oregon.
Small businesses ask city for help with landlords
Amid rising commercial real estate costs, small businesses struggle to navigate disputes with landlords.
Nonprofits prep for potential drop in charitable giving
Nonprofits prepare for possible drop in charitable giving.
Legislative watch: Tax proposals under review, cap and invest moves forward, but faces long odds
After a whirlwind ten days, the legislature hones its agenda.
Joseph and Redmond bet on historic hotels
The Main Street charm of walkable small-and medium-size downtowns has investors in search of faded lodgings they can repurpose for modern guests.