It’s easy enough to start a company in Oregon or in any other state: you make a filing with the secretary of state’s office. But, what happens next? We often get this question from lots of local small startups that have a business idea, know the first step, but don’t know what to do next. So I put together this post as a basic “how-to start an LLC in Oregon.” (more…)
Next month’s cover story in Oregon Business Magazine is about the recent growth of Oregon’s bicycle industry. It’s great to see an industry so resilient — and prosperous — despite the floundering economy. So add Oregon’s bicycle industry to the handful of growth industries that make this area so unique, like green tech, outdoor apparel, design, and microbrewing, among others. As these industries grow, expect to see smaller companies sprout up around the main players, providing complementary products and services. (more…)