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Cherise Schacter, Standards Coordinator, Interface Engineering
As a young woman, Cherise Schacter dreamed of traveling around the world writing human interest stories for Time magazine. Luckily for the local building industry, fate had other plans for […]
Jan Robertson, CEO, Norris Beggs & Simpson
The Great Recession was still casting ripples through Oregon’s economy when Jan Robertson stepped into the role of CEO at Norris, Beggs & Simpson Companies in 2011. But Robertson had […]
Karen Weylandt, Vice President of Real Estate & Construction/Chief of Planning and Design, Providence Health & Services
From helping patients heal as a registered nurse to directing planning and designs for health care facilities in five states, Karen Weylandt hasn’t slowed down in 30 years. Weylandt earned […]
Karen Natzel, Owner/Business Therapist, K Communications
For Karen Natzel, the owner of K Communications, business growth and success are all about professionalism and communication. It’s a philosophy she has developed based on 18 years spent helping […]
Jill Sherman, Vice President, Gerding Edlen
While some people may be content to be good as gold, Jill Sherman tends to reach higher. As vice president of Portland-based Gerding Edlen Development, Sherman specializes in public-private partnerships […]
Jennifer M. Beattie, President, CIDA
Jennifer M. Beattie has found that communication is the key to success, and that success is empty unless shared. She recognizes the importance of employee development. As president of CIDA, […]
Janet Spriggs, Principal/Owner, Capital Engineering & Consulting
Janet Spriggs knows a thing or two about multitasking. A leader in the still-male-dominated field of civil engineering, she manages the demanding task of serving as a founder and owner […]
Faye M. Burch, Principal Consultant, F M Burch & Associates
Learning how to navigate the challenges for small-business success is often difficult. As a consultant specializing in small businesses, Faye Burch has made a concerted effort to help small business […]
Elaine Cogan, Founding Principal, Cogan Owens Cogan
Elaine Cogan’s career is equal parts aspirational and inspirational. She has earned a national reputation as a consultant in strategic communications and public strategies, and is recognized as a skilled […]
Elaine Aye, President, Green Building Services
As the president of Portland-based Green Building Services, Elaine Aye heads one of the country’s leading sustainability consulting firms. Her passion and professionalism have combined to make her a strong […]
Deb France, Principal, Oh Planning + Design
Deb France is dynamic and driven. Her passion for architecture and design and a commitment to excellence led her to become first an officer with a major company and eventually […]
Robyn Pierce, Facility Manager, Portland State University
Academia functions best in facilities designed and maintained for those purposes. Robyn Pierce has more than 30 years of experience making those spaces work for students and teachers. As facility […]
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 鈥� 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
