January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. At:project and partners are using this opportunity to remind the community that exploitation and human trafficking happen in our community, and there is local help! Through training, social media, and community events,...
January is National Mentoring Month and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon is proud to join the nationwide celebration to recognize the importance of mentorship and the positive impact it has on the lives of young individuals. National Mentoring Month is an...
Each year Central Oregon SHRM recognizes one of our members based on nominations by their peers. The award represents the HR Professional’s contributions to the field of human resources through their outstanding record of involvement either through innovation, program...
The Bend City Council is considering changes to its water, transportation, and sewer System Development Charges (SDCs). While some of the changes are designed to positively impact affordable and workforce housing in Bend – such as tiering residential SDCs based on...
The housing crisis in Bend is real, and over the past three years the Chamber has invested considerable time and resources forming collaborative partnerships, focusing on workforce housing for our residents. Since the start of our workforce housing initiative in 2021,...
Economy in Central Oregon By Jake Procino | Workforce Analyst/Economist, Multnomah County | Oregon Employment Department Year-over-year, Oregon’s total nonfarm payroll employment grew by 2.0%, adding 39,600 jobs. In Central Oregon, total nonfarm payroll employment...
In 2024, we’ll focus our efforts on the foundational elements of business. We will work hard to create more workforce housing to ensure a stable labor supply, continue to grow future leaders and collaborate to attract more economic investment in
our community.
Q: As a Latino business owner, I’m wondering if you might have input that’s specific to challenges facing Latinx entrepreneurs? A: In my 14 years as a Latino advisor in Oregon, I’ve noticed that the biggest challenge is changing my clients’ approach to...
East Cascades Works requests your participation in a survey with Oregon’s employers on behalf of Oregon’s Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) and Workforce and Talent Development Board (WTDB). Capturing employer perspectives is critical to understanding...
Be aware! Scammers are posing as the Bend Chamber and emailing with an offer to purchase a list of 1000+ attendees/registrants/members from Bend Chamber of Commerce 2023. If you receive such an email, please do not respond and simply delete it. We, as your Chamber, do...
We’re pleased to showcase the Ribbon Cutting & Grand Re-opening ceremony for BestMed Urgent Care 3rd St. location on December 19. This is their second Bend location! BestMed Urgent Care offers walk-in urgent care services to patients of all ages. They do not...
We’re pleased to showcase the ribbon cutting ceremony for Waypoint Hotel on December 14. Waypoint Hotel is excited to announce the completion of their renovated guest rooms and addition of MidCity Smashedburger as they continue to increase the amenities and services...
Q: I know my outdoor camping product has great potential. I've obtained my LLC, am already making sales, and I’m lining up distribution opportunities. But I have zero idea of how to run a business. What can you suggest? A: Well done! I applaud your progress in...
By Mary Lago, CFP®, CTFA, Principal, Wealth Management Chair Ferguson Wellman Capital Management According to Giving USA, Americans contributed $499.33 billion to U.S. charities in 2022, and 64% of that—$319.04 billion—was given by individuals. It is wonderful to...
With the new year comes change, and businesses in Oregon can expect 2024 to be a big year. Policy discussions at the State Capitol and closer to home in City Council chambers will have implications for businesses in the coming year. The Oregon Legislature will meet...
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