The $24 million mediated settlement stems from a string of patient deaths that nearly derailed Seattle’s star biotech startup two years ago.

The Brazilian-born Olympic hopeful tends to her horse ranch in Ravensdale each morning before driving to Seattle, where she leads marketing for a fast-growing health care startup.

Yang sat down to discuss foreign investment, the trade war and tips for Chinese business deals.

A key aspect of most emerging growth companies is that they will one day be sold, either to a strategic buyer or a financial buyer. In this PBJ Thought Leadership podcast, Caleb Pilling, senior manager with Geffen Mesher, talks about exit strategies for owners of such high growth businesses. Here are highlights. Realistic exit strategies for startups: “An exit strategy is kind of dependent on the goals and the needs of the owners. Some businesses may have an exit or a transition strategy that…

What do an English major, a recent high school grad and a mechanical engineer have in common? They all can become electricians through NECA/IBEW Local 48 Electrical Training Center. The training center, which is run by the Oregon-Columbia chapter of the National Electrical Contractor’s Association and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 48 can enable anyone, regardless of education or background, to become an electrician. “We get people from all parts of life,” said…

Delta Dental of California is investing $155 million for a 50 percent ownership stake in Moda, enabling the Portland-based health insurer to expand around the country, the two companies announced today. The partnership also allows the California dental insurance plan — which serves about 36 million members in 15 states, including Texas, New York and Florida — to diversify into health insurance by bundling the two companies’ offerings. “We’re pleased to expand our relationship with our…