Salem Events: October
SEDCOR awards ceremony celebrates the industries that sustain us
The Strategic Economic Development Corporation (SEDCOR) hosted their annual Awards and Membership Meeting at the Salem Convention Center last week, celebrating the achievements of the organization and its members over the past year.
SEDCOR acts as a support network for industry and economic vitality in the Willamette Valley, serving Marion, Polk and Yamhi…
Giving Back: United Way of Mid-Willamette Valley Receives Donation for Low-Income Housing
The United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley is a non-profit organization whose mission is to unite people and resources together to build a thriving and resilient community.
“We actively look for gaps in current services and needs that aren’t being met in our communities,” United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley CEO Rhonda Wolf said. “By bringing …
Salem Rising Star: From Small Beginnings to Major Success: The Journey of Alex Whitaker
From starting as a teenage gym employee to owning a chain of gyms across Oregon, Whitaker's journey has been defined by perseverance, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Whitaker's professional journey began at the age of 17 when he landed a job at a local gym. It didn't take long for him to dive into personal training, a career move he cr…
Shark Tank event empowers local groundbreaking innovators
Have you ever wanted to pitch your next big idea on Shark Tank? SEDCOR’s Launch Mid-Valley initiative brought the thrill of innovation and investment to Salem on August 21st with their Pitch Willamette event.
Seven ambitious startups pitched their business to a panel of eight hungry investors. Two of those startups, Revino and Stiira, walked away with a…
Salem Business Legacy: Tyson Pruett
In a world where business and community leadership often intersect, Tyson Pruett stands out for his commitment to both. As the managing partner of Anthem Strategists, a local business consultancy, this leader has made it his mission to foster business growth while simultaneously uplifting his community through thoughtful leadership.
Reflecting on his jour…
From the desk of Ed Diehl
Measure 117 – Is Ranked Choice Voting right for Oregon?
On November 5th, Oregonians will decide whether to make radical changes to our election system, impacting both how we vote and how votes are counted. Measure 117 would implement ranked choice voting (RCV) state-wide.
Elections must be easy to understand and accessible to every voter. They must be transparent and easy to audit, secure and controlled …
Salem Chamber hosts debate for CD6 and secretary of state races
With election season right around the corner, it can be difficult to sift through the political noise. What people really want is clarity - who are the candidates and what do they stand for. The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce’s upcoming debate, part of the monthly Forum Speaker Series, offers an open door to the candidates themselves.
This debate brings…
Urgent Solutions for Oregon’s Housing Crisis: How We Got Here and the Path Forward
It's no secret that Oregon is in a housing crisis. But what does that mean?
Oregon has built too few homes for years – at least 140,000 too few – and researchers suggest we'll need to build over a half million new housing units in the next 20 years to catch up. In fact, Oregon ranks 4th nationally in the underproduction of housing.
This short…