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647 stories · Updated automatically as reporting is published“Building strong connections has been the cornerstone of my career,†she said. “In the hospitality world, it’s not just about the business—it’s about the people. Those relationsh...
Salem Business JournalSALEM, OR – Ask the average Oregonian how a bill becomes law, and you might get a blank stare. That’s a problem the Oregon State Capitol Foundation (OSCF) is working...
Salem Business JournalAt First Round Boba and Crepes, owner Guadalupe "Lupe" Peralta, 21 years old, offers a creative twist on the traditional crepe, serving up innovative dessert options that have quickly become...
Salem Business JournalImagine your sales team as a football team. Your running back is that high-performing sales rep who can grab the lead, break through the defensive walls of the buyer, and...
Salem Business JournalIn recent years, the U.S. fire truck manufacturing industry has seen significant consolidation, leading to a market dominated by a few key players. This trend has raised concerns about risin...
Salem Business JournalGregg Peterson has been named Salem’s 2025 First Citizen, one of the city’s highest honors presented by the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce. The First Citizen Award recognizes individuals...
Salem Business JournalTen years ago, Oregon initiated a pilot program to test a pay-by-mile — or road usage — fee as a future replacement for the gas tax as a primary source...
Salem Business JournalA new report from the Association of Business Mentors shows that 65% of business leaders felt that the mentoring they had received helped them directly boost their revenues, and 64...
Salem Business JournalAfter 25 years as an organization, Liberty House received its accreditation from the National Children’s Alliance (NCA) on January 31. Liberty House opened its doors in 1999 and serves as....
Salem Business JournalA couple of months ago, a colleague was contacted via email by a member of the board of directors of a large company. I’ll call the member Norm. He’d...
Salem Business JournalThe housing market is poised for a potential rebound in 2025, with industry experts expressing cautious optimism about rising inventory and stabilizing mortgage rates. After two years of slu...
Salem Business JournalMarion County can expect some major increases to their waste rates beginning in January 2025. The medical rate proposed increase beginning on January 1 is substantial. For example, the curre...
Salem Business JournalThe future of teaching has arrived at Roberts High School with artificial intelligence leading the way. Shawn Abbey, a business teacher at Roberts High School and Early College High School.....
Salem Business JournalNoe Ramirez radiates an entrepreneurial spirit. He says that his first real business experience came after graduating from 21st Century Charter School in downtown Salem when he moved to Mexi...
Salem Business JournalRogue Brewing Ales & Spirits is launching a new pubhouse in West Salem, emphasizing community engagement and local brews. The spacious venue aims to be a comfortable hub for families an...
Salem Business JournalRukaiyah Adams is determined to revitalize Portland's Albina neighborhood through the 1803 Fund, which addresses economic disparities faced by Black communities. Launched in 2020, the Fund h...
Salem Business JournalBo & Vine Burger Bar, founded by Michael Adams in Salem, specializes in high-quality gourmet burgers crafted from fresh, certified Angus beef. The restaurant, which originated from a fo...
Salem Business JournalChemeketa Community College has initiated programs to tackle workforce shortages in healthcare, manufacturing, and technology in Oregon through the Workforce Ready Grant. These programs enha...
Salem Business JournalHigh school students in Oregon can participate in a media contest promoting workplace safety for young workers, organized by the O[yes] Coalition. Participants create videos or graphic desig...
Salem Business JournalChemeketa Community College has received a $499,969 grant from the U.S. Department of Education to establish a Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success. This initiative aims to enhan...
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