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Rentec Direct Named One of America’s Top 100 Small Businesses
Rentec Direct, an Oregon-based property management software company, honored as one of America’s top 100 small businesses by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Grants Pass, September 5, 2024 – Rentec Direct, an award-winning property management software company, has been named to the prestigious CO—100 list for 2024, an honor bestowed by the U.S.…
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Adopt a ‘Three Bear Strategy’
This year has brought a number of significant changes with it, probably to no surprise of most people in the United States. The largest change was undoubtedly in the political arena. The effects of the change of politics in America is ripe for discussion as for how it has changed…
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Book Review: Fans First: Change the Game, Break the Rules & Create an Unforgettable Experience by Jesse Cole
In Fans First, Jesse Cole—founder of the Savannah Bananas baseball team and its signature yellow tuxedo—delivers more than a book; he delivers a manifesto on reimagining customer experience. With unfiltered enthusiasm and a flair for the unconventional, Cole offers a powerful reminder that fan obsession—not industry norms—should drive business strategy.…
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Business and Childcare: A Crucial Symbiosis
By John M. Love, Joanie Keller-Hand, Lynn Ransford, Lisa Verner, and Paula Hyatt1 When Melinda Carver (not her real name) finally found a job with a Jackson County business after months of looking, she faced a serious dilemma: who would care for her 2-year-old daughter and 4-year-old son. As a…
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SOU faculty members take lead role in open textbook project
(Ashland, Ore.) — Open Oregon Educational Resources, a statewide initiative that promotes textbook affordability for students at Oregon colleges and universities, is releasing four new open textbooks whose authors include four Southern Oregon University faculty members and a student in the Criminology and Criminal Justice program. “Our goal with these…
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The Agriculture Industry in Southern Oregon: A Risk Management Perspective
By Paul Quandt Southern Oregon’s agriculture sector, renowned for its diverse crops such as wine grapes, pears and specialty produce, is facing a complex landscape during 2025. Farmers and agribusinesses must navigate a confluence of challenges, including climate variability, shifting trade policies, labor constraints and escalating insurance costs. Adopting a…
Read MoreRogue Valley Technology Consulting Launches to Empower Southern Oregon Entrepreneurs with Smart Tech Solutions
Veteran-Owned Firm Highlights Mustard Seed Girl, a Local Brand that is Building Smart Digital Foundations Grants Pass, OR – May 28, 2025– Rogue Valley Technology Consulting (RVTC) is proud to announce its launch, offering customized technology consulting and digital systems support for businesses in Southern Oregon. Focused on clarity, capability,…
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Bend MSA Adds Two Counties
by David Cooke and Nicole Ramos, State of Oregon Employment Department March 11, 2025 The Bend Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is now three counties: Crook County, Deschutes County, and Jefferson County. Previously the Bend-Redmond MSA included only one county: Deschutes County. Also, the old name for the MSA was “Bend-Redmond, OR MSA”. The…
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Oregon’s Green Jobs
by Luke Coury, Employment Economist, State of Oregon Employment Department May 15, 2025 Oregon has been making a concerted effort to address climate change and promote a healthy environment by developing its green economy. As a result, green jobs have been increasingly in demand in Oregon and many green occupations are…
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Regionality in Oregon’s Green Labor Market
by Luke Coury, Employment Economist, Oregon Employment Department May 15, 2025 Oregon has been making a strong push to develop its green economy, contributing to demand for green jobs throughout the state. To explore demand for green jobs in Oregon, this article will use Lightcast and WorkingNation’s definition of core green jobs, or jobs…
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Oregon’s Part-Time Workers: More than One-Fifth of Employment in 2024
by Henry Fields, Workforce Analyst, Oregon Employment Department May 20, 2025 Although most people work in full-time jobs, around 23% of employed Oregonians regularly worked part-time schedules in 2024. People work part time for a variety of reasons. Part-time jobs offer flexibility for some who seek a job that fits their…
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Regionally Significant Industrial Sites Program Now Accepting Applications
The RSIS program offers reimbursement of project costs to help public sector sponsors fund site readiness investments on regionally significant industrial sites. Business Oregon is pleased to announce that the Regionally Significant Industrial Site (RSIS) program is now open for applications. The RSIS program is a performance-based economic development program…
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SBA Unveils ‘Make Onshoring Great Again’ Portal to Bolster U.S. Manufacturing and Economic Resilience
In a significant move to strengthen domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has launched the “Make Onshoring Great Again” portal. This free, searchable database connects small businesses with over one million verified U.S. manufacturers, producers, and suppliers, aiming to revitalize American…
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