100 Best Green Workplaces in Oregon 2026 Posted in: 100 Best Green - Congratulations to the companies and nonprofits on this year's 100 Best Green Workplaces in Oregon list.
Rooted in the Region Posted in: Restaurants and Retail - How Burgerville turns Pacific Northwest ingredient sourcing into a sustainability model — and a better burger.
It’s All About the Experience Posted in: Brand Stories, Education - Brand Story – Oregon Tech’s UX certificate programs offer big benefits for businesses, customers and professionals.
Portland Parks & Recreation Announces Forest & Washington Park Express Shuttle Pilot Project Posted in: Travel and Transportation - Free pilot transit service launching mid-June will improve access between key park destinations and Portland communities.
100 Best
- 100 Best Green Workplaces in Oregon 2026 - Congratulations to the companies and nonprofits on this year's 100 Best Green Workplaces in Oregon list.
The 2026 100 Best Nonprofits to Work For in Oregon Survey is Open - Oregon nonprofits can register now through early July at oregonbusiness.com.
2026 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon - These are the state's best companies, as rated by employee surveys. Congratulations!
POLITICS
- Environment & Natural Resources Policy Highlights from the 2025 Oregon Legislative Session - Salient session highlights relating to general environmental protection, water and wildfire.
Portland Awaits Federal Troop Deployment - Effort to disrupt Trump’s plan to militarize the Oregon National Guard gets its day in court Friday.
In Conversation: Jamie Dunphy, Portland City Councilor, District 1 - ‘We cannot give Trump what he wants,’ Dunphy says, speaking onsite at ICE facility.
Pendleton Business Group Asks City to Stop Funding Homeless Services in Downtown - Neighbors For A Better Pendleton will make its pitch to the city council next week.
ECONOMY
Amazon’s Oregon Footprint - $60 billion investment powers 14,000 direct jobs and transforms communities statewide.
Elevate Capital Announces $1.6M Invested in Oregon Startups Through State-Backed Venture Program - Funding backs five growing Oregon companies.
In Conversation: Oregon State Employment Economist Gail Krumenauer - Recent job losses have been in keeping with longer term trends, Krumenauer says.- In Conversation: Jamie Dunphy, Portland City Councilor, District 1 - ‘We cannot give Trump what he wants,’ Dunphy says, speaking onsite at ICE facility.
RESTAURANTS AND RETAIL
Living Smartly - King Living founder David King on how thoughtful furniture design meets long-term sustainability.
Rooted in the Region - How Burgerville turns Pacific Northwest ingredient sourcing into a sustainability model — and a better burger.
The Sports Bra Launches Crowdfunding Investment Campaign - Fans are invited to join investors including Alexis Ohanian and Renee Montgomery in backing game-changing brand.
Dry Drinking - Portland’s Booze-Free Brands Break Through
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Risk Management Analysis - Marsh McLennan Agency uses a four-step process to improve the risk profile of your business.
Cyber Insurance for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses - Cyber insurance protects businesses of all sizes against computer and network-related crimes and losses.
Latest Trends in Cyber Threats - As we progress through 2025, the cyber threat landscape is increasingly complex for all organizations regardless of size or industry.
Rights of Passage - Erick Widman, principal at Passage Immigration Law, talks about how his firm is adapting to a second Trump administration.
TECH
Technology Association of Oregon Partners with Moda Health and ALLtech Benefits to Launch a New Health Plan Offering for Oregon Tech Companies - Partnership helps to support a thriving tech sector in the state by retaining top talent with competitive benefits.
- Website Privacy Lawsuits Are on the Rise – Make Sure You Are Protected - Tonkon Torp Information Privacy & Security Practice Group helps clients navigate the dynamic legal landscape surrounding data privacy and security.
Rentec Direct Marks 10 Years of Investing in Oregon’s Tech Workforce - Grants Pass software company celebrates the anniversary of its Tech Mastery Scholarship as demand for skilled tech talent grows statewide.
No Industry Is Immune From Cyber Risk - Cyber incidents can be highly complex.
ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT
Oregon Employers Turn to Workforce Training Pipeline to Cut Energy Costs and Close Skilled Labor Gap - A training program for the building management workforce saves Oregon building owners big money and advances the careers of building managers.
Port of Portland’s Curtis Robinhold Recognized as a TIME100 Climate Leader - The 2025 Time100 Climate list recognizes the 100 most innovative leaders from around the world who are driving business to real climate action.
Google Advances Commitment to The Dalles, Launching Sustainable Water Storage System - This October, Google and the City of The Dalles celebrated the completion of a new water infrastructure project that will increase the region’s water capacity for decades to come.- Environment & Natural Resources Policy Highlights from the 2025 Oregon Legislative Session - Salient session highlights relating to general environmental protection, water and wildfire.
