Oregon: Resources
Agri-Business Council of Oregon (ABC)
The ABC is a private organization that supports the agricultural industry in Oregon. It runs several programs that serve to promote industry competition. Member services include discounts, marketing initiatives, and education workshops.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 29, 2009
Oregon Business
Maintained by the Oregon Economic and Community Development Department, Oregon Business provides information relating to the state economic environment. Information pertains to business and industry data, international expansion, and workforce development. The website also has a list of state and federal financial incentive programs.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 29, 2009
Oregon Business Development Corporation
This organization is a lending organization certified by the US Small Business Administration. It offers long-term fixed rate property and equipment financing for businesses that are looking to expand.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 29, 2009
Oregon Business Magazine
Oregon Business is a monthly periodical that publishes news and commentary about the state business scene. Its website contains daily news updates, as well as stock listings.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 29, 2009
Oregon Business Plan
Launched in 2002, the Oregon Business Plan is a collaborative effort to foster economic development in the state. It brings together the public and private sectors who drive initiatives towards this cause. The organization holds regular meetings and conferences that allow for networking opportunities with major players in the Oregonian economy.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 29, 2009
Oregon eBizCenter
The center is a part of the Oregon SBDCs that focuses on providing assistance to current and potential small businesses in the state. It offers consulting for technological start-ups, resources for international business expansion, counseling, and training workshops. Services are free of charge, except for workshops and materials, that require a nominal fee.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 29, 2009
Portland U.S. Export Assistance Center
The Portland branch of the Department of Commerce, serving Oregon, specializes in helping small to medium sized companies develop and execute exporting strategies. Fees vary and are based on the service being provided. Some information is also available in Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 7, 2011
United States: Sales Representative and Distributorship Contracts in Oregon - a Lexwork International exclusive
This document provides the legal framework that a manufacturer who is interested in pursuing a sales representative or distributorship arrangement in Oregon should follow. Brief summaries of potential legal issues involving contracts, representative statutes, noncompetition provisions, franchise details, tax implications, and Oregon antitrust laws are also included. Prepared by: AterWynne LLP Attorneys at Law.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 27, 2011