As we wind down another year I wanted to highlight some of the coverage this year that you may of have missed, or perhaps want to revisit.
One story in particular, a look at founder mental health and burnout seems appropriate as people are planning for a new year that is shaping up as a different beast from the long running bull market of the last decade.
Earlier this year we talked to several high-profile Portland founders about the toll entrepreneurship can take on one’s mental health.
Under Pressure: How founders deal with burnout and the toll of entrepreneurship
From Kim Malek of ice cream retailer Salt & Straw
From Emma McIlroy of apparel brand Wildfang
From Luke Kanies of software maker Puppet
From Ciara Pressler of coaching and consulting firm Pregame
The Portland region is known for its food and beverage scene between the amazing restaurant options to craft beer and wine. There is also a robust community for entrepreneurs making consumer packaged goods. We took a look at the important role that a pair of local grocers play and how that community aspect will be critical as makers face inflation and other challenges.
Secret Sauce: How New Seasons and Market of Choice are propelling food and beverage startups
How Brazi Bites is winning in the ‘cutthroat’ grocery sector
Local markets help lift Pan’s Mushroom Jerky to Shark Tank and beyond
There were also a number of PBJ Interviews with Oregonians you should know:
How to make a smarter city with Portland’s open data guy Hector Dominguez Aguirre
Wikimedia Foundation CTO, and portlander, Selena Deckelmann talks community and warblers
Grand Central Bakery CEO Claire Randall on what’s next for the retailer
