Arts Scene Central to Heathman Hotel’s GM’s Game Plan
Laura Maldonado says making the historic Portland hotel a “portal to the arts” means engaging with local artists and vendors, and turning the Heathman into a hip hangout.
women in business
KeyBank, MESO, Thorns Announce Women-Led Business Pitch Competition
The winning pitch will get a $20,000 prize; all applicants will receive business mentorship and counseling.
Black Venture Fund Receives Historic Investment from Oregon Community Foundation
Black Founders Matter’s managing director says the investment will help them spur the growth of entrepreneurs of color in Oregon, though OCF declined to give the specific amount.
Report Finds ‘Extreme Lack’ of Child Care Programs and Slots Across Oregon
Researchers say the state needs to invest in culturally appropriate care — and relax requirements for child care providers
‘If You Can Make It Here, You Can Make It Anywhere’
Oregon-based Grön Edibles goes international — but is still hoping for an end to federal cannabis prohibition
The Impossible Choice
Woman-owned businesses have been a lifeline during the post-pandemic recovery. But female business owners say they’re not getting adequate support to continue driving economic growth.
Study Ranks Oregon Best State to Work in the Country — and No. 1 for Working Women
The 2021 report from Oxfam America cites progressive policies and COVID-19 protections .
The Steep Cost of Gender Bias
A study from Oregon State University College of Business suggests the best way to eliminate gender bias is to remove humans partially from the hiring process.
Why Businesses Employ the Homeless
Recruiting the homeless isn’t just good hearted; it’s good business.
Opinion: Addressing barriers to gender equity in tech
How inherent bias in venture capital funding is bad for business.