The way some people tell the story, government is always getting in the way of business.
But in Oregon, several state agencies are focused on the needs of businesses large and small.
And a relatively recent addition to the list is the office of the Small Business Advocate in the Secretary of State's office. It is designed specifically to help clear out regulatory and paperwork encumbrances with other state agencies.
Ruth Miles is the current occupant of that position.
She visits Southern Oregon for the Rural Business and Innovation Summit, and stops by to share some stories on the way.
