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Our team had the wonderful opportunity to join our partners at the YWCA Clark County in their Holiday Shop again this year. The holiday season is a time for connection, gratitude, and giving. We are so appreciative of the YWCA's effort to provide gifts to families in need. We had so much fun helping wrap the donations!

Congratulations to CREW Board President-Elect Caitlin McCann on her new role as Business Development Manager with PointNorth Consulting! PointNorth is a woman- and minority-owned firm dedicated to strengthening communities through strategic communications, community development, and public outreach. In her role, Caitlin looks forward to contributing to PointNorth’s impactful work in partnership with diverse communities and public agencies. Making moves in your CRE career? One of the benefits of CREW memberships is utilizing our network to promote your professional accomplishments. Whether you've moved companies, been promoted to a new role, or hit a milestone you're excited to share, we'll help get the word out! Email crewportland@gmail.com to learn more. #CREW #Networking #CRE

Meet Matthew Utterback ✨ As Strategic Advisor, Matt employs over 34 years of education and leadership to support our education clients. He has spent his career serving the educational systems in Clackamas County, Oregon, starting as a teacher and retiring as the Superintendent of North Clackamas School District. Fun facts about Matt: 👨🏫 Recognized as the 2017 National Superintendent of the Year 🏓 Pickleball is my new favorite sport 🏞️ Love a good hike that includes a waterfall

At PointNorth, we’re committed to more than just representation – we’re focused on building meaningful connections with equity-priority communities. By prioritizing inclusivity and accessibility in everything we do, we ensure that every voice is valued and every story is heard. Through collaborative partnerships with community organizations, local allies, and the public, we’re supporting transformative projects that foster trust and create lasting impact. Together, we’re paving the way for real change with transparency and mutual respect.

Today, on Native American Heritage Day, we acknowledge that we live and work on the ancestral lands of Indigenous peoples. This day is an opportunity to celebrate the vibrant cultures, histories, and contributions of Native communities while reflecting on their enduring strength and resilience. Let’s continue learning and uplifting Indigenous voices. #NativeAmericanHeritageDay #IndigenousVoices #CelebrateCulture

As we pause today, we are filled with immense gratitude for the incredible people we have the privilege of working with. From our amazing clients to our supportive community, your trust and collaboration inspire us daily. Thank you for being part of the PointNorth journey. We look forward to continuing to grow together, making a positive impact, and building a brighter future—onward and beyond. Wishing you all a warm, joyful, and grateful holiday.

We all want leaders who are accountable. But what does that actually mean? Accountability is about setting clear goals, communicating them with your team, and then acting with integrity, no matter the outcome. It's an active ownership of decisions, outcomes, and – most importantly – the relationships leaders hold with the people they lead. Accountable leaders use their actions to demonstrate their integrity and dynamic commitment to their goals, their organization, and those around them.

Meet Amelia Ulsh 🌟 Our detail-driven Project Coordinator with a passion for making things happen! With a strong background in nonprofit project management, fundraising, data coordination, and event production, she’s the one who keeps us on track and ensures we’re always delivering quality. From managing deadlines to streamlining processes, Amelia’s commitment to efficiency and team success is second to none. When she’s not working you’ll find her playing pickleball, experimenting with new recipes, or exploring Portland! Fun facts about Amelia: 🏃♀️ Ran her first half marathon this year and will run her first full marathon next year (the NYC marathon!) 🎓 Graduated from the University of Oregon and is a huge football fan - Go Ducks! 🤝 Began her career in the nonprofit space and is an advocate for giving back to the community and engaging with local organizations

🌟 What an incredible time at the Washington Workforce Association Conference! It was a great opportunity to reconnect with some of our favorite partners and friends in the workforce development space. 🤝 We were honored to catch up with amazing organizations like Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council, Workforce Southwest Washington, Clark College, Washington State University Vancouver, Workforce Snohomish, and South Central Workforce . The collaboration and energy in this community are truly inspiring as we work together to shape the future of workforce development in Washington. Looking forward to more impactful partnerships and initiatives in the months ahead! 🚀

🌟 We had a blast debuting our digital graffiti board at the City of Washougal's Comprehensive Planning Carnival this weekend! 🎨 It was an interactive way for the community to share their ideas and visions for the future. Now it’s YOUR turn! Take the survey and make your voice heard as we shape the vision for Washougal’s next 20 years. Your feedback matters as we move onward! Survey linked here: https://lnkd.in/gFY5T9CN