OBC supports the vision of the Oregon Business Plan, a policy forum that we’ve shared nearly two decades with leaders from all sectors of Oregon life. This vision, recently updated, embraces three intertwined policy priorities for a coming decade of shared prosperity:
GROW Oregon’s Economy With Well Paying Jobs
INCREASE the Education and Work Skills of Oregonians
ENHANCE the Economic Mobility of More Oregonians
The Oregon Business Council embodies Oregon’s long history of business leaders who contribute their energy and expertise to civic life. A roundtable of top executives, OBC was founded in 1985 with the idea that a small, committed group of business leaders could make a significant contribution to Oregon’s well-being and future. Our mission is to enhance Oregon’s quality of life and economic prosperity — for all Oregonians in all parts of our state.
We do that through engagement in public issues in a range of ways – research and analysis, communication, convening, advocacy, and direct action with community partners. We’ve had an impact on some of Oregon’s most pressing public issues. These include public finance, economic development, education, poverty, health care, community health, and resource and environmental issues. We are non-profit, non-partisan, and independent, and our work is aimed at a broad public benefit.
The Clean Technology Manufacturing Task Force has released a report outlining a strategy to capitalize on the growing clean energy technology sector. Formed in 2024, the Task Force brought together leaders from the public and private sectors to develop recommendations aimed at positioning Oregon as a leading hub for clean energy innovation and manufacturing. The report emphasizes the need for competitive incentive packages, improved industrial land readiness, and the development of clean energy transmission infrastructure. With strong leadership and coordinated action, Oregon has the potential to become a national leader in clean energy manufacturing, fostering innovation, job creation, and economic prosperity across the state. Read the full report here.
