Archive for November 2024
SOU alumni receive awards for their work and service
(Ashland, Ore.) — A Colorado State University professor who is helping develop the Periodic Table of Food; the founder and executive director of a nonprofit that protects Siskiyou backcountry trails; a former La Clinica CFO and current equity policy strategist with the Oregon Health Authority; and the CEO of a Beaverton-based computer software company and…
Read MoreOregon’s Measure 118: A business tax proposal that failed
Oregon’s Measure 118, also known as the “Oregon Rebate,” was a highly debated proposal that aimed to increase corporate taxes and distribute the proceeds to all Oregon residents. The measure proposed a 3% tax on businesses with annual sales over $25 million, with the revenue being divided among residents, regardless of age or situation. The…
Read MoreZiply Fiber’s Bold Leap: Acquired by BCE for $3.6 Billion USD
In a landmark deal, Canadian broadband giant Bell Canada Enterprises (BCE) announced its acquisition of Ziply Fiber, a leading fiber internet provider in the Pacific Northwest, for a staggering $3.6 billion. This acquisition, expected to close in the latter half of 2025, marks a significant milestone for both companies. Company Sizes: In a significant move…
Read MoreLeading With Your Best Efforts
This article is a divergence from what an individual business might need or an area to develop, rather it focuses on us – who we are, where we may be going, and why we should consider going there. From an economic development perspective, countless people in all kinds of different climates, economic conditions and resource…
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