Portland Metro Chamber

We are excited to announce that the Portland Business Alliance will now be the Portland Metro Chamber! While our name, look and website have changed, our mission to create opportunity and advance well-being for all who live and work here and our commitment to the greater Portland region remains the same. This new name and brand define the community we serve, incorporates our city’s most iconic features and highlights our legacy as a civic organization to carry us into the future. Since our founding more than 150 years ago, we have been proud to be the champion for Portland metro’s business community.

Celebrating KPMG US's continued dedication to the community in downtown Portland! With a legacy of over 110 years, they are the biggest public accounting firm in Portland. From manufacturing to healthcare, they've truly mastered the local business landscape and are always ready to assist clients. Here's to another 5 years of providing top-notch audit, tax, and advisory services in downtown Portland!

Want to showcase your business and connect with the community? Become a host for one or both of our networking events in 2025! By hosting Business After Hours or EPOP Last Tuesday, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your network and highlight what makes your business unique. Contact our Associate Events Director, Becca, at [email protected] to learn more!

Congratulations to our member, All Classical Radio, on their grand opening! For nearly 40 years, All Classical Radio has served as a cultural beacon, providing barrier-free access to music and the arts, enriching the lives of listeners in Portland, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. Their new space features a performing arts theatre and state-of-the-art recording studio, further cementing Portland’s reputation as a cultural destination and ensuring a bright and stable future for accessible classical music. Thank you, All Classical Radio, for investing in downtown Portland! 📸 Frankie Tresser

With an investment of $188 million in Portland’s National Women’s Soccer League team and the arrival of a WNBA franchise in 2026, Rose City business leaders are focusing on defining and supporting the city's vision as a global hub for women’s sports. Read more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/diKuNmU4

Meet our Chamber member, Shriners Children's Portland! Nestled in Portland’s renowned medical district, their dedicated care team is committed to bringing hope and healing to children with a wide range of orthopedic and neuromusculoskeletal conditions, as well as cleft lip and palate. Their family-centered approach to care is designed to support the entire family through both the acute and reconstructive phases of a child’s treatment, enriching lives and easing challenges for children and families across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Learn more about Shriners Children’s Portland ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gjmX_d9H

Last week the Chamber hosted the 2024 Economic Summit presented by Ferguson Wellman and West Bearing , featuring informative presentations by economic experts & insightful discussions with our panelists. Uncertainty and hope intertwine as we anticipate changes in local and national government. Innovation is happening, with developments like the merger of OHSU and Legacy Health, and the revamped Portland International Airport creating opportunities in our region. Thank you to Tim Duy, Professor of Practice at the University of Oregon, and our panelists: Dr. Christine Toribio Pitts from Open School, Antoinette Chandler, CTP from the Port of Portland, Connie Seeley from Oregon Health & Science University, Michi Slick from Killian Pacific, and our moderator, Candace Beeke from the Portland Business Journal, for joining us and sharing their valuable expertise. Read more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e7YPwQnw

Partners in Diversity, Downtown Portland Clean & Safe , and Portland Metro Chamber are taking a short break to recharge and strategize! The Portland Business Alliance will be out of the office today and tomorrow for our biennial Staff Retreat. We'll be back in full swing on Monday, December 9. See you then!

The business environment in Oregon is confronting significant barriers, experiencing a decline in national rankings and an increasing business tax burden. The release of the Oregon Competitiveness Agenda by Oregon Business & Industry (OBI) showcases the proactive approach towards revitalizing our thriving economy and propelling the growth of businesses. This agenda serves as a guide to numerous solutions aimed at addressing and reversing the challenges rather than an all-encompassing framework for strengthening a vigorous private sector. Read the full agenda below or download it here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gZbuJUNu

HDR's latest report dives into how underutilized commercial corridors can be transformed into vibrant mixed-use zones. This strategic approach combines private investment with public backing, tax incentives, and more. Read the full report below or download it here➡️ https://lnkd.in/gb-9Ac6Y