retail
Insurance Woes Impede Recovery
A lack of affordable insurance puts Portland businesses at risk of property damage and theft.
Future of Work: Creating a Remote Culture That Fosters Innovation
Lithia Motors CFO rethinks how to measure productivity with a remote workforce.
Saving Downtown
A grassroots group aims to save small businesses in Portland’s city center from financial ruin.
Ashland Benefits From Buy-Local Campaign
As federal assistance to small business stalls, the Ashland Chamber of Commerce designs buy-local programs to support struggling stores.
Holiday Markets Rise to COVID Challenge
As the coronavirus halts holiday market traditions, new practices emerge to help vendors boost sales.
Tactics: Investors of Distress
The investment firm that sees opportunities in companies made bankrupt by COVID-19.
Tea Break
The leaders of Steven Smith Teamaker transformed the premium tea manufacturer’s business model to survive the pandemic.
BLM Protests Transform Face of Portland Business District
Black Lives Matter demonstrations are a mixed bag for downtown businesses.