Scaling with Integrity: How Kristy Runge Helped Build HelloCare’s Operational Backbone
Kristy Runge didn’t just co-found a caregiving company. She architected its operational success. With decades of experience in healthcare and business leadership, Kristy understood that meaningful care doesn’t scale on […]
Slumberkins: How Two Moms Built a Global Brand for Early Learning and Emotional Wellness
In the heart of the Pacific Northwest, two lifelong friends transformed a shared passion for child development into a thriving business. Kelly Oriard and Callie Christensen, co-founders of Slumberkins, have […]
Tech that Heals, Leadership that Elevates: How Rachel Dreilinger Is Bridging Innovation and Inclusion in MedTech
When Rachel Dreilinger co-founded NeuraMedica, she wasn’t just setting out to solve a surgical problem. She was aiming to change the way innovation works for patients, providers, and underrepresented entrepreneurs […]
Press Release: Oregon Startup Conference: Fueling Innovation in Mid-Willamette Valley
Newberg, OR (June 4, 2025) – The Mid-Willamette Valley entrepreneurial spirit takes center stage at the Oregon Startup Conference, set for Friday, June 20, 2025, at George Fox University. This […]
Code, Defense, and Vision: How Tracy Camp of UpSight Is Changing the Cybersecurity Playbook
Most people only think about cybersecurity after something goes wrong. But for Tracy Camp, the question has always been: “What if we could see the attack coming before it starts? […]
From Engineer to Ecosystem Builder: How Rita Hansen Is Driving Climate Innovation in Oregon
Rita Hansen does more than build companies. She helps build a future where clean technology is the norm, not the exception. With decades of experience in engineering, operations, and leadership, […]
Newberg’s Real Estate Powerhouse: Tina Smith’s Journey of Empowerment and Community Impact
When Tina Smith purchased her first home in 1998, she did more than cross a milestone. She discovered her calling. What began as a personal investment quickly grew into a […]
Profit with Purpose: How Jamie Bianchini and PIE Are Rethinking What Businesses Can Do
When most people think about making an impact, they imagine volunteering after hours or writing a check at year’s end. Jamie Bianchini believes there’s a better way, one where doing […]
From Silence to Song: How Emily Cadiz Turned Personal Adversity into a Startup Powering Childhood Literacy
When Emily Cadiz lost her ability to speak after a traumatic classroom incident, she faced a deeply personal and professional reckoning. A lifelong musician and former special education teacher, Emily […]