Portland is probably best known for its craft beers, coffee, and Copper River salmon, but it also has a long list of e-commerce startup organizations that are vying for a piece of the local market. Among that group are alternative payment solution CLIQA, indy video facilitator Amused now, Etsy-like marketplace Portland’s Own and international shipping solution Shipville. Jive Software calls Portland home as well. Portland thrives on small business entrepreneurs and its business policies reflect that. There is no shortage of e-commerce talent in Portland and the city’s culture and business friendly environment make it an ideal location for startups.
