Archives : By Month : February 2005
Business #57: SERP Enterprises
Warren JimenezSERP Enterprises is many things to many people. As their purpose states, they assist individuals with developmental disabilities, “building purpose in their lives by providing a variety of safe, meaningful learning experiences.” From the two dedicated and passionate women who began and operate SERP, I have no doubt they are...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 28, 2005
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Business #54: Oregon Venture Partners
Warren JimenezOregon Venture Partners invests in folks with a vision. By helping new companies in growing markets—software, communications, Internet, and biotechnology—fund their dreams, OVP has found a recipe for success. “It’s 10, 12, 20 guys,” OVP partner David Chen says, “There is no institutional momentum, only people.” OVP manages funds of...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 25, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Southwest Portland
Business # 53: Everyday Wellness Clinics LLC
Warren JimenezThe Everyday Wellness Clinic in downtown Portland knows that its business is strong when it has a high number of patients, especially ones that return for follow-up visits, and when they possess a strong reputation in the community. They feel that our city’s economy is healthiest when there is job...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 24, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Southwest Portland
Business # 52: Safeway
Warren JimenezHave you ever noticed those beautiful cakes that Safeway makes? Well they are made by people more talented than me. It was here, that I sampled cake decorating 101. This lesson was part of a larger tour led by Lyle Waterman and Bridget Flanagan and a sundry of other staff....
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 23, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Southwest Portland
Business #49, 51: White Van Airport Shuttle and Airport Shuttle
Warren JimenezMaria Thi Mai and Lynn Lim from my staff joined me and Dr Erik Szeto, Lonny Noinola and Vong Chanthavisouk to discuss taxi permit issues. Lonny owns White Van Shuttle and Vong owns Airport Shuttle, two companies that cater to passengers traveling to and from the airport. I discovered that...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 17, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Northeast Portland
Business #50: Oregon Public Broadcasting
Warren JimenezAfter our visit to Oregon Public Broadcasting, I came to learn that in the world of public broadcasting, OPB is no small potato. It’s local shows like Oregon Field Guide and Oregon Art Beat are the highest rated locally produced programs in the country. They are the third most prominent...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 17, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Southwest Portland
McCormick & Schmick Management Group
Ben DuPreeThe McCormick and Schmick Management Group, which operates restaurants in over thirty cities across America, currently runs seven restaurants in Portland. Founded 30 years ago by Bill McCormick and Doug Schmick, the McCormick and Schmick Management Group is traded on Nasdaq (MSSR) and offers 30 varieties of fresh seafood in...
Posted by Ben DuPree on February 14, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Southwest Portland
Business #47: Intel
Warren JimenezIntel, who employs nearly 15,000 workers, is extremely active in our local community. They’ve put together a computer club house outreach program for children and continue to both support technology education to children of ethnic minorities and work to get internet access into low-income and minority communities that are without...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 14, 2005
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Business #43: Fusion Cut and Color Salon
Warren JimenezFusion Cut Color Salon advertises itself as fun and funky with a classic approach. The shop on Capitol Highway in Multnomah Village has been a barber shop or hair salon for over 50 years. When daughter - mother partners Tamara Marshall and Adrienne Selker took over the shop a few...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 11, 2005
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Business #41: Closer Look Studio
Warren JimenezTo have one’s own gallery and studio is many artists’ dream and a dream come true for owner and artist Kaye Synoground. Her paintings and drawings are inspired by the charm of Multnomah Village where she lives and her road trips with her husband to the Oregon coast. During our...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 11, 2005
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Business #45: John’s Marketplace
Warren JimenezBoasting nearly 900 types of beer and an outstanding variety wines, John’s Marketplace offers the most discriminating palate something to marvel over. When we met with owner, Dave Percival, I asked him what his most expensive beer was and he showed me a Trappist Belgian Ale. I bought it and...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 11, 2005
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Business #44: Indigo Traders
Warren JimenezAs we entered Indigo Traders on S.W. Capital Highway in Multnomah Village, we encountered fine Mediterranean textiles and items for home interiors. Owners Karla Bean and Samir Naser have created a shop filled with beautiful pillows, ceramic ware, duvet coverings, soaps, towels, jewelry and candles. It is a visual feast....
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 11, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Southwest Portland
Business #39:Gunderson Metals
Warren JimenezGunderson Metals has trouble finding qualified applicants, especially those possessing the high-end technical skills needed to work at Gunderson. They are also seeking recruits who possess what Thomas Sass, President at Gunderson, calls “soft skills,” such as showing up to work on time. Depending on their needs, however, Gunderson does...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 10, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Northwest Portland
Business #38: Tonkin Dealerships
Warren Jimenez“Re-zoning has impacted our new Honda dealership, costing us at least $3 million dollars,” says Ed Tonkin, Vice-President at the Tonkin Dealerships. “We are interested in cleaning up our facilities, but we cannot meet the zoning requirements.” Tonkin Dealerships, which operates multiple car dealerships around Portland, is also concerned about...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 10, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Northeast Portland
Business #40: Columbia Wire and Iron Works
Warren Jimenez“One-half of our business is in the tri-county area,” says Robert Park, CEO at Columbia Wire and Iron Works. “Our business has been depressed for a long time, and industrial lands around Portland are shrinking.” Columbia Wire and Iron Works is having great difficulty finding qualified, skilled applicants and believes...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 10, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Northwest Portland
Business #36: Hip Chicks Do Wine
Warren Jimenez“Business is good”, stated self-proclaimed “Wine Goddess” Laurie Lewis and “Wine Maven” Renee Neely. Laurie and Renee started their business five years ago and business is getting better every year. In order to stimulate more business, they offer their business space for non-profits to use for events. Hip Chicks Do...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 4, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, East Portland
Business #35: Fred Meyer
Warren JimenezAccording to Darrell Webb, President of Fred Meyer, “things are stable with Fred Meyer.” Lately, the gift card phenomenon along with the introduction of Fred Meyer Rewards Card has helped increase sales. “If you want to participate, you can, but you do not need the Rewards Card in order to...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 4, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, East Portland, Southeast Portland (inner)
Business #37: Realty Brokers
Warren JimenezRealty Brokers is located in the Gateway Business District. Fred Sanchez, owner of Realty Brokers, was quick to emphasize that this is a family business. “Our entire family has been involved with this business, one way or another.” Realty Brokers is a brokerage firm that conducts business in Oregon, Washington,...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 4, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Northeast Portland
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If spelling bees decided election results…
Maria Lynn LimFrom the Portland Tribune, February 1, 2005 - It didn’t take long for Tom Potter to sell out. Or try to. And the price? A six-letter word. Portland’s new mayor was one of the contestants at last week’s Wells Fargo/ Schoolhouse Supplies Celebrity Spelling Bee. And among the three judges who would be checking the contestants’ spelling? None other than new city Commissioner Sam Adams.
Posted by Maria Lynn Lim on February 1, 2005
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Business #33: ONDA Gallery
Warren JimenezAfter living in Latin America, ONDA gallery owner Allan Oliver admits that “Arte Latina” got in his blood. Three years ago, his gallery and store began focusing entirely on crafts, paintings and other artworks with a Latin influence. When we visited, the gallery was bright with paintings and metal sculptures...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 1, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Northeast Portland
All white, all-male City Hall stresses diversity
Maria Lynn LimOregonian, February 1, 2005 They've all noticed it...For the first time since 1970, Portland has an all-white, all-male council. 'There's no doubt the makeup of the council places a special responsibility on us,' Commissioner Sam Adams said. 'It means we have to go out of our way to be more...
Posted by Maria Lynn Lim on February 1, 2005
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Business #34: Quirks and Quandaries
Warren Jimenez“It should be easier to start a business in Portland,” says Kirsten Holstein, owner of Quirks and Quandaries. “I felt like I stumbled onto resources.” Fortunately, Kirsten was able to work with Portland State University and SCORE to help her to create a business plan. Kirsten has had her business...
Posted by Warren Jimenez on February 1, 2005
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Filed Under 100 Businesses, Northeast Portland
