Business Oregon
New Study Illuminates Business Expansion Dynamics in Oregon
A recent study conducted by Business Oregon, in collaboration with Oregon Business & Industry and the University of Oregon, sheds light on the factors influencing business expansion decisions within the state. The research introduces a “push, pull, and anchor” framework to categorize elements that affect whether businesses choose to grow…
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Oregon’s Innovation Strategy Aims to Counter Workforce Crunch
Across the United States, a demographic shift is quietly reshaping the economy—and Oregon is no exception. With baby boomers retiring in record numbers, the state faces a dual challenge: a shrinking pool of experienced workers and growing demand for services, particularly in health care. This wave of retirements is leaving…
Read MoreOregon’s Trade Patterns
by Damon Runberg, Business Oregon Economist There has been a lot of extra attention on Oregon trade in the last few months. To get a better understanding of the importance of trade to Oregon’s economy and how future trade wars may impact the state, let’s look at trade patterns over…
Read MoreSpotlight: Oregon Trade and Tariff Impacts
Trade in Oregon Trade is a critical component to Oregon’s economy and the state’s businesses. By one measure, our economy’s reliance on trade is the sixth largest in the U.S., in terms of export value as portion of state GDP. Oregon also has the sixth highest rate of exports per capita in the U.S. Oregon’s leadership in…
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New Study Provides Insight to Guide Oregon Business Development Strategies
The study was done in partnership between Business Oregon, Oregon Business & Industry, and the University of Oregon to analyze factors impacting business expansion decisions. Business Oregon, in partnership with Oregon Business & Industry, contracted with the University of Oregon to conduct a study and analysis to get answers that…
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Business Oregon Funds Millions in Investments into Oregon Startups
$10-15 million will be invested to leverage $20-30 million in capital for Oregon startups.Business Oregon announces an award of $10 to $15 million to Elevate Capital throughthe State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Business Oregon Venture (BOV) DirectProgram. The awarded funds will be used to invest in Oregon startups over…
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Oregon’s Broadband Deployment Program Announces Notices of Intent to Award Second Tranche out of the $141 Million to Bring High-Speed, Reliable Broadband Internet to Thousands by 2026
This second tranche of funding aims to enhance internet access 881 locations all of which are unserved (lacking 25/3 Mbps service) or lack sufficient broadband service for projects in Malheur and Lincoln counties. Friday, December 13, 2024 The Oregon Broadband Office is excited to announce it has issued Notices of…
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Child Care Infrastructure Fund Awards $10 Million to Support Oregon’s Child Care Providers
64 child care infrastructure projects were awarded in the first round of the program. DECEMBER 3, 2024 Business Oregon is pleased to announce that award letters have been distributed via email for the first round of the Child Care Infrastructure Program, which provides financial assistance for child care infrastructure activities.…
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Grant Program Now Open to Support Advanced Manufacturing Businesses Competing for Federal Contracts
Up to $150,000 per eligible business will be awarded to cover approved costs in seeking to increase competitiveness to land or retain a federal contract. NOVEMBER 27, 2024 To assist small, advanced manufacturing businesses in Oregon by increasing industry competitiveness and supporting the attainment of the compliance standards required for…
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Oregon to Receive $9.9 Million in Funding to Increase Digital Inclusion Efforts
Digital equity and inclusion investments will reach all corners of the state, providing online safety and privacy training, including cybersecurity, as part of digital skills training conducted by selected partners. Initiatives will also encourage the adoption of low-cost internet service options and increase access to affordable computing devices and technical support.…
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Business Oregon Awards $7.6 Million in Economic Equity Investment Program Grants
EEIP grants support culturally responsive organizations that provide assistance to eligible beneficiaries in an effort to advance economic equity. NOVEMBER 21, 2024 To drive equitable outcomes in small business development, housing, and workforce development, Business Oregon is making a final round of grant awards from the Economic Equity Investment Program…
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Business Oregon Opens Applications for Venture Fund Program
At least $15 million will be allocated to SEC-accredited venture capital fundsthrough the BOV Fund Program. Business Oregon is now accepting applications for the Business Oregon Venture(BOV) Fund Program under the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI)program. Due to the nature of the venture capital industry and SSBCI programguidelines, Business…
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