Impresa's principals offer a depth of relevant  experience and recognized expertise in delivering thoughtful and effective solutions to our client's challenges.

Laurel Dukehart, President

Laurel Dukehart co-founded Impresa in 1995, and leads the firm's public affairs and strategic communications activities.  A veteran of the aerospace and metals industries, Laurel  brings substantial experience in marketing and communications, and in connecting the public and private sectors to creatively solve problems. She has developed state-wide strategies for community outreach, and advises clients on developing messages for audiences ranging from legislators, to stockholders, to the media.

Laurel received her Bachelor's Degrees in English and Business from the University of Puget Sound.

Joseph Cortright, Vice President/Economist

Recognized as one of Oregon's leading economic analysts Joe Cortright directs Impresa's activities advising business and government clients on responding to the challenges of economic and technological change.  Prior to joining Impresa, Joe served as the chief economic development staff person for the Oregon Legislature over a twelve-year period in which Oregon produced a number of nationally-recognized innovations in development policy, including the Oregon Benchmarks, sector strategies, workforce policies, and entrepreneurial development.  

Joe has a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Lewis and Clark College and a Master's Degree in Public Policy from the University of California at Berkeley.