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Michelle Baer
Michelle Baer helped grow Western Partitions from $8M to $600M, leading innovation, automation, and expansion across 18 states and beyond.
Merissa Moeller
Discover Merissa Moeller, a leading Portland attorney specializing in water rights, land use, and natural resources law with landmark legal victories.
Kim Krippaehne
With over 35 years in Portland’s development industry, Kim Krippaehne drives Holst’s mission-aligned growth, leadership, and community impact.
Rita Haberman
Rita Haberman has transformed Oregon’s built environment with low-carbon housing, LEED Platinum projects, and groundbreaking sustainability programs.
Melissa Goddard
Melissa Goddard, a Circle of Excellence honoree, has spent 30 years advancing financial transparency and integrity in the construction industry.
Valoree Hill
Valoree Hill drives CTE excellence at David Douglas High, expanding career pathways, equity, and student engagement through visionary leadership.
Jennifer Eggers
Structural engineer Jennifer Eggers drives historic renovation and seismic resiliency projects across Oregon, shaping safer, stronger communities.
Mandy Flett
With 21 years at Otak, Mandy Flett drives teamwork, crisis management, and mentorship across major transportation and community projects.
April Hogle
April Hogle, project manager at Whitaker/Ellis, drives innovation, diversity, and mentorship across major construction and concrete projects.
Hope Friedman
With 17 years in architecture, Hope Friedman drives innovation in healthcare and cross-market design, shaping projects from labs to hospitals.
Esther Liu
Architect Esther Liu transforms LSW Architects with inclusive leadership, mass timber innovation, and a strong focus on environmental stewardship.
Vanita Carrillo-Rush
Vanita Carrillo-Rush reshaped Scott Edwards Architecture’s brand, boosting engagement and leading a rebrand that amplified its people-first identity.
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization — the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
