Half of U.S. Companies Brace for a Turnover Surge in 2026 — & the Price Tag Just Hit $45,236 Per Employee
(Graphic courtesy of Express Employment Professionals) Hiring leaders across the country are sounding the alarm…
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Bend Chamber Unveils 2026 Legislative Agenda Focused on Business Competitiveness, Workforce Affordability & Regional Growth
The Bend Chamber of Commerce recently announced its 2026 Legislative Agenda, outlining a focused set…
COCC Part of a Nationwide Focus in February on Career, Technical Education
(Photo courtesy of COCC) The United States is facing a projected deficit of six million…
Upcoming Small Business Courses
(Photo courtesy of COCC) Starting Your Business in Central Oregon Do you have a great…
Secure 2.0 Catch Up Contributions for Higher Earners
For many employers, retirement plan compliance feels like a largely delegated task — a payroll…
Collective Pallet Transitions Ownership, Continuing Its Mission as a Shared Warehouse and Fulfillment Hub in Bend
Collective Pallet, a Bend-based shared warehouse, storage, and fulfillment space serving small businesses and independent…
EDCO Annual Luncheon February 5
(Graphic courtesy of EDCO) The EDCO Annual Luncheon returns Thursday, February 5, and time is…
What Could AI Do for Your Business Right Now?
(Graphic courtesy of SCORE) Marketing Plan 101: Create Your Roadmap To Success February 3, 2026,…
Les Newman’s Family-Owned, Time-Tested Outdoor Supplier
(Ryan Pierce, Owner | Photo courtesy of Les Newman’s) The first Les Newman’s opened their…
Bend’s Bioscience Sector Accelerates Growth in 2026
(Photo by Cascade Business News) Bend’s economic identity is evolving. Long recognized for outdoor recreation,…