Ross Sanders and Barb Anderson both gained valuable experience at large architecture firms before starting Bridgetown Design Architecture Illustration Graphics, LLC (Bridgetown Design). With Barb’s experience in fire station design, along with other commercial architecture, and Ross’ varied experience in projects from a tower in the Pearl District to a psychiatric facility in Alaska, they have a depth of experience to draw on and apply to their current work. Architecturally, they have clients in the commercial, public and residential sectors. In addition to architecture, they exercise their talents in illustration by hand and on computer, as well as Ross’ custom air brushing. The duo also does logo and graphic design, three-dimensional modeling and animation. Having a variety of talents and abilities keeps their creativity fresh and their work exciting.   The partners have been utilizing the services of Lewis and Clark Law School’s Small Business Legal Clinic (SBLC) to get their organizational structure established.  Bridgetown Design worked with the SBLC’s Intern Program in both Fall 2010 and Spring 2011. The SBLC amended Bridgetown Design’s Articles of Organization, drafted their Operating Agreement, and reviewed many contracts.  Ross and Barb have found great value in the assistance of the SBLC and feel that the relationship is a key part of their entrepreneurial success. The firm is a member of the Oregon Association of Minority Entrepreneurs (OAME) and is a certified WBE/DBE/ESB in the state of Oregon.

Flipside Hats is a family owned small business located in Portland, Oregon. All hats are handmade, with special attention to detail, design, and quality. Founder and designer, Kori Giudici, first started making hats when she was 12, and her patterns have evolved over the years. Flipside Hats was born out of necessity, to raise funds to support Kori’s medical schooling. As the business grew, and as Kori became a naturopathic doctor, Flipside Hats gained a new dream of supporting an affordable health care clinic for those in need of both chronic and preventative care. Kori works everyday with that goal in mind, striving to earn Flipside Hats the slogan “Hats that Heal.” Flipside Hats believes in sharing: they donate a portion of their profit and products to local school and grassroots organizations in the Pacific Northwest. Flipside Hats came to the SBLC’s Pro Bono Project in Fall of 2010. Flipside Hats was paired with Meghan Williams, who drafted an independent contractor’s agreement Flipside Hats will use with its seamstresses. Ms. Williams also revised Flipside Hats’ Operating Agreement.

Radish Underground carries independent fashion lines from around the world specializing in local and regional designers. To showcase Portland’s immense talent, Radish features a local apparel designer, jewelry designer, and visual artist every month.  Owners Celestial Sipes and Gina J. Morris grew up dancing together in the Northwest Ballet Co. in Montana and have been friends ever since. The daughters of two artists, a dancer and a musician (respectfully), they share a passion for craftsmanship and community. Together they had a vision to create a space where artists could network with one another, and the customer could experience this kind of passion and quality first hand. Radish Underground came through the SBLC’s Pro Bono Project in the Spring of 2011. They worked with pro bono attorneys, Colin Lebens of Mohr Intellectual Property Solutions, PC and Collin McKean of McKean Law Office LLC. Colin and Collin completed three different trademark searches for Radish Underground in preparation for filing federal trademarks. “Our experience working with Colin and Collin on the trademarking of our logo, our name logo, and our business name has been both pleasant and efficient.  They both went out of their way to make me feel comfortable, educated, supported, and confident that we were receiving top notch advice and were in great hands.  I’ve been impressed with the consistent communication throughout the process as well as thoughtful answers to any lingering questions, we are so lucky to have this kind of resource available and hope that more small businesses will benefit from the wonderful opportunity.” Gina Morris and Celeste Sipes, Owners, Radish Underground.

Shojen LLC is a green ambient media company that offers advertising and marketing solutions on environmentally friendly products. Shojen also executes complete digital makeovers for their client’s online presence, social networking, and search engine marketing. Shojen is committed to natural communication and helping brands minimize their environmental impact from their marketing efforts. Shojen’s engaging eco-friendly communications and customized websites help their clients get noticed by their target market. Shojen hopes its operations will further increase awareness and help educate others on good environmental marketing practices. A portion of all of their eco-advertising campaigns and web development projects will be donated to Hope Worldwide and Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Troy Jensen, owner of Shojen LLC contacted the SBLC in Fall 2010. The SBLC drafted an Intern Agreement, a Venue Agreement, and an Advertising Contract. The SBLC also conducted an entity audit to ensure all its corporate documents were completed correctly, and gave advice regarding hiring unpaid interns.

YoChoice Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt just added a tasty frozen yogurt spot to the Beaumont Village Lofts in NE Portland. Andre LaGrande’s self-service model allows customers to build their own yogurt treat, starting with locally made YoCream frozen yogurt, then selecting from over a dozen varieties of toppings. Andre came to the SBLC upon recommendation from SCORE. The SBLC helped to finalize a number of key business documents before Andre’s grand opening, including forming an LLC, drafting and filing Articles of Organization, and drafting an Operating Agreement. The SBLC also researched local regulations for food-based businesses in Portland, and made a number of compliance recommendations. Stop by for a cool treat at 4941 NE Fremont Street.