Sam Sied

Land O’ Lakes introduced new packaging that no longer includes the illustration of a Native American woman named Mia that they have used since the 1920s.According to Land O’ Lakes, the new packaging has already started to appear on tub butter…

Softstar of Philomath Uses Eco-friendly PracticesFounded in 1985, Softstar Shoes of Philomath, Ore. has maintained its commitment to crafting healthy footwear while using environmentally sustainable practices. Owner and CEO Tricia Salcido purchased…

Local Board Game Start-Up, MountaineersAn Authentic, 3D ExperienceImagine climbing a mountain with your friends and family without ever having to leave the comfort of your home. This is the experience that Corvallis game developer Corey Wright aimed…

Every summer, ocean lovers face the sunscreen dilemma. Fully protective sunscreen helps prevent sunburn and skin cancer, yet some popular sunscreen ingredients may harm marine life and the environment. Gadusol Laboratories is a Corvallis-based…

Things are looking up for Oregon sex tech start-up Lora DiCarlo. The Consumer Technology Association decided to return the Innovation Award they previously took away. Not only that, but the Oregon based start-up received an additional $2 million in…

Representatives from six regional start-up businesses pitched their brands to a panel of entrepreneurs at the Willamette Innovators Network’s (WIN) Shark Tank event this year. WIN organizers indicated the 2019 Shark Tank is their biggest yet.…

The Business Oregon Enhanced Phase 0 Grant supports the commercialization of the Osé personal massager that is the first product designed for hands-free blended orgasms. Lora DiCarlo founder Lora Haddock previously explained to an Advocate reporter…

Spring means a new quarter and new opportunities for your small business. Here’s how to refresh your marketing strategy for the season of growth. For many people, spring signifies new beginnings. It’s also a chance to refresh and declutter their…

It all started with an orgasm, according to Lora Haddock, founder of Lora DiCarlo. The Oregon sexual tech company gained worldwide attention when their debut product won a Consumer Electronics Show Innovation Award, only to have it taken away due to…