EASTERN OREGON BUSINESS Resources

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EASTERN OREGON BUSINESS Resources

The EOWB is eastern Oregon's link to the public workforce system. As one of its many functions, the EOWB facilitates partnerships between local businesses with similar workforce needs.

EASTERN OREGON BUSINESS Resources

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About Sector Partnerships

Sector Partnerships are industry-led collaborations of businesses dedicated to strengthening their sector in the local area.

Watch this video introducing what sector partnerships are and how they help businesses.

"It is quickly discovered how prioritizing all the issues and working together, solutions are found that help the entire group." - Bill Rosholt, Executive Director of EOWB

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SOUTHEAST OREGON HEALTHCARE PARTNERSHIP

Healthcare organizations have identified priorities for healthcare industry growth in Southeast Oregon. We currently meet as a committee to discuss regional needs and plan events to increase healthcare workforce. Please contact us if you would like to learn more or to participate in any of the projects.

View SE OR Healthcare Priorities

Transportation & Warehousing

We are currently seeking transportation and warehousing organizations interested in collaborating on growing the industry in Eastern Oregon. Eastern Oregon is a great location to reach all of Pacific Northwest. Contact us to learn more about this sector and how to get involved.

Click here to view Quality Info's Industry Profile for Transportation and Warehousing

Manufacturing

Manufacturers are supported by public partners that help coordinate efforts to support success such as training and economic development.

Contact us for more information on this sector and how to get involved. We are currently seeking manufacturing organizations to join us in expanding the industry in Eastern Oregon.

Click here to view Quality Info's Industry Profile for Manufacturing

Construction

Oregon Housing and Community Resources

Northeast Oregon Housing Authority

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NORTHEAST OREGON WORKFORCE HOUSING COLLABORATIVE

Workforce housing related businesses and individuals are collaborating to increase available housing in Eastern Oregon. Baker, Union, Wallowa, Umatilla, and Morrow Counties gathered to develop priorities and take action toward resolving housing issues.
Click to learn more about workforce housing in eastern Oregon

Watch the Workforce Housing Models and Solutions Webinar or read through the Q&A Follow Up

Click here to view Quality Info's Industry Profile for Construction

If you would like to get connected with workforce housing efforts or the construction sector in Eastern Oregon, please email info@eowb.org

Eastern Oregon Workforce Board to host presentation on increasing rental housing in La Grande

The Eastern Oregon Workforce Board, EOU REV Center, and Northeast Oregon Economic Development District hosted “So You Want to Be a Landlord,” a presentation and Q&A session intended to gauge interest in creating more rental opportunities in La Grande on Thursday, Jan. 20, focusing on workforce housing, along with accessory dwelling units and tax benefits of becoming a landlord.

Businesses in Eastern Oregon have opportunities for additional resources in the form of scholarships , loans or grants.

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Helpful Business Links

Business Oregon > Business Statistics, Grants, Loans, Tax Incentives, Investing, Oregon Growth Board, Business Entrepreneur and Business Resources, Build or Maintain Infrastructure, Market Oregon Products Overseas, Complete for Contracts.

America's Small Business Development Center > No-cost business consulting and low-cost training to new and existing businesses. Eastern Oregon SBDCs are located in Pendleton, La Grande and Ontario.

Oregon Entrepreneurs Network > Helps entrepreneurs start up and scale up by connecting them to peers and mentors, startup funding opportunities, and hands-on training.

Greater Eastern Oregon Development Corporation (GEODC) > Economic development, Lending programs, Grant writing services, Grant administrative services, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) administration, Northeast Regional Housing Program administration, labor standards compliance and other state and federal grant program administrations.

Northeast Oregon Economic Development District (NOEDD) > Financial, technical, and educational resources for Northeast Oregon’s entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and municipalities.

U.S. Small Business Administration > Small business help and funding programs.

Office of Small Business Assistance > State of Oregon > Helping small businesses navigate state and local government, start or grow your business, virtual training, and other business resources.

Oregon Apprenticeship > Create a Registered Apprenticeship for your business.

Work Share Oregon > Avoid layoffs

Travel Oregon > Grants, Programs & Initiatives, Events, Marketing Opportunities & Toolkits, Virtual Training, Industry News, Research, & Tourism in Oregon.

Quality Info > The Oregon Employment Department's Workforce and Economic Research Division provides accurate, reliable, and timely information about Oregon's state and local labor markets.

CTUIR Tribal Enterprises > The economy of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation.

Veteran's Guide to starting a small business > Digital.com will introduce you to the wide range of excellent resources that can help you turn an idea into a successful business.

Grow your business with Google > Digital training courses and tools to help your small business adapt, grow, and better serve your community.

Eastern Oregon Business Source (EOBS) > Professional development, strategic planning, workforce initiatives, leadership mentoring, grant writing, economic development.

LaunchPad Baker > a business incubator where entrepreneurs can access free support, direction and resources necessary to make their dreams a reality.

Ignite La Grande > a one-stop center for small business resources, classes, referrals, a hang-out for entrepreneurs and a co-working space in La Grande.

Milton-Freewater Downtown Alliance > Our mission to create an inviting, family-friendly and inclusive climate in Main Street Districts for new and existing businesses through improvements to infrastructure and increased promotion.

Port of Morrow > Financing, Financial Incentives, Industrial Sites, Transportation, Utilities located in Boardman, Oregon.

Ready.Gov Business Resiliency Resources > Preparedness planning for your business for a variety of hazards

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Business Resource Connection Brown bag lunch and learn 3rd Wednesday of every month

La Grande Main Street Downtown invites you to join Brown Bag Lunch and Learn beginning May 18th. Connect with local small business resources and network monthly.

We have the expertise to respond to your unique staffing needs. Temporary or permanent, we are here to provide qualified employees with a 100% guarantee.

Small Business Safety and Health Handbook

This FREE handbook highlights the benefits of implementing an effective safety and health program, provides self-inspection checklists for employers to identify workplace hazards, and reviews workplace safety and health resources for small businesses.