New report from PSU researchers concludes the non-profit has a “large, positive effect” on manufacturers Portland, Ore. – In its first decade, the Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP) has helped manufacturing companies add or retain thousands of jobs and...

Portland, Ore. – Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP), the statewide organization charged with helping Oregon small- and medium-sized manufacturing companies grow, announces “Manufacturing the Future,” the first business summit dedicated to Oregon...

Portland, Ore. – The Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP) announces a new slate of officers for its board representing top small and medium manufacturing companies around Oregon. The statewide board includes members in central and southern Oregon as well...

Portland, Ore. – The Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP) assisted manufacturing companies in Oregon create or retain 1,052 jobs as the non-profit organization announced the cumulative impact of its work in the state of Oregon for 2012. Key results...

Portland, Ore. – The Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP) announces the hiring of two new key consultants, Paola Castaldo and Jim Wehrs, in its Portland office.  In addition, as a testament to the important role of the manufacturing sector to the economy...

Portland, Ore. – The Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP) officially promoted its acting executive director, Chris Scherer, to permanent executive director. Scherer brings over 30 years in consulting and management experience in business and government to...

Portland, Ore. – The Oregon Manufacturing Extension Partnership (OMEP), along with its trade association, the American Small Manufacturers Coalition, this week released the results of its 2011 Next Generation Manufacturing (NGM) Study, identifying key trends affecting...