storyteller in chief

Storyteller-in-chief: Ed Ray

The president of Oregon State University talks about his experience as a first generation college student.

Written by Ed Ray

Storyteller-in-chief: Katie Yellig

The co-owner of Portland’s Broth Bar narrates her career path: from Coca-Cola to cutting edge local foodie.

Written by Katie Yellig

Storyteller-in-chief: Literary Remittances

I am a banker, and I value my banking career. I work with good people, and there’s a wonderful diversity to the things I’ve done in banking. I firmly believe that community banks are uniquely positioned to serve our small-business clients and contribute to the economic vitality of the communities we serve. I am truly grateful … Read more

Written by Mark Stevenson

Storyteller-in-Chief: Sculpting the city

A Portland developer argues the city should hire a “Chief Creative Officer” as a way of incorporating art, and artists, into public policy decisions.

Written by Jean-Pierre Veillet

Storyteller in Chief: Brew Stories

Over the years, many mentors have taught me lessons that have helped shape the way I view the world of work and our business.
Written by Gary Fish

Storyteller in Chief: Power Player

BY LINDA WESTON

In 1996, after a 17-year career in the destination marketing industry, where I gained national standing as the CEO of the Convention & Visitors Association of Lane County, I was recruited by the founders of a new professional basketball league for women. The American Basketball League (ABL) hoped to leverage the success of the 1996 USA women’s national team at the Atlanta Olympics — much like USA Soccer is now leveraging the U.S. Women’s National Team’s victory in the World Cup. The ABL wanted a team in Portland, and they wanted me to be its general manager.

Written by Linda Weston