Powell’s Books begins layoffs amid financial struggles, cites slow Portland recovery

An email President Emily Powell sent to employees last month said the company began the process of eliminating employee positions in July.

PORTLAND, Ore. — This story comes from the Portland Business Journal, a KGW news partner. The full story is here.

Powell’s City of Books, citing industry challenges and financial constraints that began during the pandemic, has begun a series of layoffs.

An email President Emily Powell sent to employees last month said the company began the process of eliminating employee positions in July.

Two employees who worked in hiring were transferred to open manager roles at the company’s flagship location in

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