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.

As we thank Mayor Ted Wheeler for eight transformative years with Portland, we warmly welcome Mayor Keith Wilson! Leading Portland into a new era, Mayor Wilson is ready to tackle the city's challenges. Read more: https://lnkd.in/grnQkpKv

As we reflect on an incredible year of growth and progress, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your invaluable support. Together, we've navigated new elections, expanded the Downtown Portland Clean & Safe district, and celebrated the rebranding of Partners in Diversity. Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, Partners in Diversity, and the Portland Metro Chamber have worked collaboratively to strengthen our shared commitment to Greater Portland and Southwest Washington, continuing to serve you, our stakeholders. The Portland Business Alliance looks forward to working together to foster shared prosperity and enhance the quality of life in our city, region, and beyond. May your holiday season be filled with joy, health, peace, and cheer!

Meet our Chamber member, Oregon Ballet Theatre (OBT)! As Oregon’s largest professional ballet company, OBT brings world-class performances and training to our region, blending classical tradition with innovative new works. With a mission to inspire beauty, excellence, and community connection, OBT enriches lives through their stunning main stage shows, education programs, and the Oregon Ballet Theatre School. Learn more about Oregon Ballet Theatre ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gkykt4tb

Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, in partnership with Central City Concern, hosted a Holiday Appreciation event to honor our dedicated cleaning crew, public safety coordinators, and street outreach team. These hardworking individuals are essential to maintaining the cleanliness and safety of our 213-block district, our success wouldn’t be possible without them! A heartfelt thank you to the teams at Portland Metro Chamber and Partners in Diversity for helping pack holiday gift bags and serve lunch during the celebration. We also extend our gratitude to Tillamook County Creamery Association, Franz Family Bakery, Starbucks, University of Oregon, and Mike Bennett Studios for generously providing gifts for the bags! 📸: Tom Cook Photo

Congratulations to Oregon's Most Admired Companies! The Chamber is thrilled to celebrate the top 10 winners in their industries, including several of our members: Shriners Children's Portland, Boly:Welch, OnPoint Community Credit Union, Friends of the Children - Portland, Perkins & Co, Stoel Rives LLP, Colas Construction, Intel Corporation, and Columbia Sportswear Company. Kudos to all the remarkable companies recognized this year! Explore the full list of Oregon's Most Admired Companies ➡️https://lnkd.in/g7XiEBy8

Help boost global connectivity from PDX! Port of Portland is working to expand nonstop flights to Asia, start a new service to Mexico, and enhance service to Europe. Airlines need your help understanding business travel needs for small and medium-sized companies in our area. By completing this survey, you're contributing to a clearer picture of the Portland International Airport travel demand. Complete the survey by January 6 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gGF-SYWn

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 becca@PortlandMetroChamber.com 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