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Brand marketers rethink e-commerce
Brand marketers are embracing e-commerce with newfound vitality to compensate for ebbing sales from retail partners and to grab control of their brand in the digital world.
Portland's economic development strategy leaves much (too much) to be desired
The Portland Economic Development Strategy is a Portland Development Commission's plan to spur economic growth in central Portland - not metro Portland.
Traveling Mayor Sam Adams plans Japan trip to cap year
Mayor Sam Adams departs Friday on a goodwill trade tour of Japan, armed with signed copies of Pink Martini's latest CD and a mission to woo Mitsubishi to pick Portland to roll out its zero-emission cars.
Sam Adams recall effort needs to step out of the shadows to deserve support
If a ballot to recall Mayor Sam Adams ever appears in my mailbox, it's distinctly possible I'll vote "yes." There's just one small thing I'd need first from the people trying to kick Adams out of City Hall: a news conference.
Columbia Sportswear Opens New Stores
Portland, Ore.-based outdoor apparel and footwear retailer Columbia Sportswear Co.
In-kind donations take on larger role during recession
Last year alone, Portland-based Columbia Sportswear Co. donated about 6,400 pounds of shoes-some of which otherwise might have been scrapped-to nonprofits including Seattle-based World Vision and Portland-based Mercy Corps.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 - This time it's got a better chance of getting on the ballot, but should it.
Two More Business Leaders Join Sam Adams Recall
Last week, WW reported that former state Sen. Avel Gordly had agreed to be the spokeswoman and chief petitioner for the second recall campaign.
Avel Gordly Will Take A Top Role In The Second Effort To Recall Mayor Sam Adams
Avel Gordly signed up for a role today as chief petitioner and spokesperson for the second attempt to recall Mayor Sam Adams.
Steak n Shake sells unit to Western Sizzlin
Restaurant operator The Steak n Shake Co. said it sold a subsidiary to Western Sizzlin Corp.
US: Columbia ups targets on Q3 results
Net sales of $434.5 million for the quarter, a decrease of 4% Net income totalled $46.9m, down from $58.3m last year Company raises full year targets Columbia Sportswear Company has reported a fall in net sales and income for its third quarter, though the results were better than expected, leading it to increase its full year sales target.
Columbia Sportswear boosts full-year outlook
Columbia Sportswear Co. raised its full-year revenue Thursday after posting better-than-expected third-quarter results.
Cash, foes line up for new recall
Portland's business community is divided on the possibility of a second recall drive against Mayor Sam Adams - and that division could result in a well-funded campaign to support him if he is forced on the ballot.
Share the Warmth in Your Community this Wintera "Mast General Store...
With the increased economic strains on everyone this winter, there's even more need to share the warmth and help others stay warm.
Environmental impact: back to the future
A posting from the department of "The more things change the more they stay the same." After reading Carrie Sturrock's revelatory expose on Columbia Sportswear's "brand new" quest to lessen its environmental impact by shipping with used boxes instead of new one, I have to marvel at the deep irony imbedded within.
Columbia Sportswear opening German store
Columbia Sportswear Co. on Monday announced it will open a branded retail store in Munich, Germany.
Second recall effort for Mayor Sam Adams gains support
After faltering at the finishline on their first effort, advocates of the recall of Sam Adams have wasted no time in setting up Round Two.
Putting a dent in the proliferation of cardboard
October 16, 2009, 11:45AM Consider this for brand-new: Online Columbia Sportswear customers now have the option of getting their purchases shipped in a used, even dented, box.
Effort to recall Portland Mayor Sam Adams gets first big backer
A second recall campaign against Portland Mayor Sam Adams has scored its first big-name supporter.
Tim Boyle says he will contribute to campaign expected to cost $250,000
Columbia Sportswear President and Chief Executive Officer Tim Boyle is involved in the new campaign to recall Mayor Sam Adams.
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