Tactics: Jake Shivery Brings Film Photography Into the 21st Century
In 2001 the owner of Blue Moon Camera and Machine bucked a tech trend — and has since built a global business.
Restaurants and Retail
REI Announces Closure of Portland Store
The company says it’s leaving the Pearl District due to an increase in break-ins and a dispute with the landlord, but will keep its suburban stores open.
The Mall Goes Small
The narrative about Lloyd Center has changed. Is this its final chapter or the beginning of a new story?
Retailers Anticipate Another Record-Breaking Holiday Sales Season
National Retail Federation predicts 6% to 8% growth in holiday revenue sales
Burgerville CEO Ed Casey Is Picking Up the Pace
Burgerville’s CEO talks about improving service and sales — and bringing back much-loved menu items — at the popular fast-food chain
Adrift
The Buoy Beer Company building partially collapsed this summer. A structural engineer says he predicted the implosion 19 years ago.
Downtime with Puji Sherer
Unwinding with Puji Sherer, vice president of marketing, color and brand at Miller Paint
Instacart Now Accepting Oregon SNAP
Over 100 Oregon grocers, including Albertsons Company stores, are among the first to accept payments.
Former Guinness Head Brewer to Direct New Aviation Distillery
OB spoke to Hollie Stephenson about her vision for the distillery and visitors center, and how she’s settling into Portland.
Under New Ownership Model, Grand Central Can’t Be Bought or Sold
CEO Claire Randall says the company will launch a capital campaign to fund its leadership transition.
