Early-stage tech funding increases in Oregon
In the decade following the dot-com bust, little funding money was available for tech entrepreneurs in Oregon. That seems to be changing now.
Portland
Powell’s reorganizes, eliminates eight managers
Powell’s Books, Inc. is undergoing a major reorganization, as Emily Powell becomes chief executive officer and the company lays off eight corporate managers.
Pok Pok owner to open new restaurant
Andy Ricker, the chef and owner of Portland’s Pok Pok, Whiskey Soda Lounge, Ping and Pok Pok Noi, has acquired the space currently occupied by Kappaya Restaurant.
October 6, 2012
Pacific NW Wild Mushroom Cook-Off at the Culinary Center in Lincoln City from 11AM – 2PM. Free admission at the door with tasting-sized portions available for a small fee. FMI 800-452-2151, 541-996-1274, www.oregoncoast.org
Goats get to work clearing land in Portland
Georgina Stiner’s business, Goat Rentals NW, rents goats to clear land in Portland.
SoloPower lands $9.6M investment round
SoloPower landed more than $9.6 million in capital funding, weeks after signing a lease for its new North Portland plant.
Bend company wins hydropower grant
Bend-based Earth by Design will receive $1.5 million from the U.S. Department of Energy.
Chipotle commits to buy-local in Pacific Northwest
Chipotle Mexican Grill has strengthened its commitment to buying local from food suppliers in Oregon and Washington.
Jobs are shifting to Portland’s suburbs
Multnomah County lost jobs over the past decade while Washington and Clackamas counties added jobs.
Trellis Earth plans to move manufacturing to Wilsonville
Bioplastics manufacturer Trellis Earth plans to move its manufacturing from China to Wilsonville.