PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Oregon businesses are navigating an evolving economic, tax, and public policy environment as they plan for 2027. This interactive discussion will examine the current landscape for doing business in Oregon and the issues CFOs and finance leaders should have on their radar in the months ahead.
Our partners at Baker Tilly along with experts from the Oregon Business & Industry will provide perspectives on Oregon’s economic and business environment, the state’s tax and fiscal landscape, and what businesses can expect as Oregon approaches the 2027 legislative session. The conversation will also explore key policy priorities, the potential implications of the November 2026 election, and the range of issues that may shape Oregon’s business environment in the coming year.
Attendees will leave with practical context to help assess how developments in Oregon may affect business planning, investment, workforce decisions, and other priorities for 2027.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Identify key economic, tax, and policy factors influencing Oregon’s business environment.
- Assess potential tax, fiscal, regulatory, and workforce considerations relevant to business planning for 2027.
- Distinguish between major policy priorities under discussion in Oregon and those with greater potential to advance during the 2027 legislative session.
- Evaluate how upcoming political and legislative developments may influence strategic planning, investment, hiring, and growth decisions.
SPEAKERS
Colin Quill, Director | State and Local Tax | Baker Tilly
Colin has practiced public accounting since 2013, with a cross-industry focus on state and local tax (SALT) and credits and incentives consulting services.
Colin has broad experience across SALT, including both direct and indirect taxes. He has helped clients determine state tax exposure through nexus, apportionment, taxability, and modeling studies. He has drafted complex letter ruling requests and technical memoranda, and assisted in administrative controversy matters. Colin regularly consults on the Oregon Corporate Activity Tax and local Portland metropolitan area taxes.
Colin advises clients on federal and state zone, hiring, and investment-based business incentives, including possible tax credit monetization opportunities.
Derek Sangston | Policy Director and Counsel | Oregon Business & Industry
Derek Sangston oversees tax/fiscal, retail and recycling policy. Derek comes to OBI after several years of experience in the Oregon Legislature, where he served as legislative director to Senate President Peter Courtney and, prior to that, as a legislative aide for Sen. Mark Hass. Derek has a bachelor’s degree in political science from Southern Methodist University and a law degree from the University of Oregon.
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SPONSOR PARTNERS
Thank you to our valued Sponsor Partners. This event is open to members, sponsors, and special guests.
