11th Annual Small Business Open House Metro and Multnomah County

Come mingle with Metro and Multnomah County staff at the Open House!  A great chance for small businesses in the Metro Region to introduce themselves to project managers from both agencies, learn about this year’s upcoming opportunities, and how to do business with gov......More

Come mingle with Metro and Multnomah County staff at the Open House!  A great chance for small businesses in the Metro Region to introduce themselves to project managers from both agencies, learn about this year’s upcoming opportunities, and how to do business with government. Even if you've attended before - this event is for you: you will get the chance to meet additional project managers and hear about new project opportunities.   Resource Room: Take the opportunity to learn about the resources available to your business.   Meet Department Staff from:  Metro Multnomah County ·      Oregon Zoo ·       Community Justice ·      Portland’5 Centers for the Arts ·       Community Services ·      Oregon Convention Center ·       County Assets ·      Property and Environmental Services ·       County Human Services ·      Planning ·       County Management ·      Parks and Natural Areas ·       Health Department ·      Portland Expo Center ·      Communications ·      Human Resources ·      Information Services ·      Finance and Regulatory Services   ·       Library ·       Sherriff    You will learn:   ·         How to do business with Metro and Multnomah County  ·         How to register as an Oregon State Certified Small Business   ·         What various departments in both agencies are tasked with ·         What kinds of contracts various departments are soliciting and the kinds of contracts they typically award  ·         Current and upcoming opportunities  

Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE MLK Jr Blvd, Portland, OR, 97232, United States

11th Annual Small Business Open House Metro and Multnomah County

Come mingle with Metro and Multnomah County staff at the small business open house!  This annual event is an opportunity for small businesses in greater Portland to introduce themselves to project managers from both agencies while learning about this year’s upcoming con......More

Come mingle with Metro and Multnomah County staff at the small business open house!  This annual event is an opportunity for small businesses in greater Portland to introduce themselves to project managers from both agencies while learning about this year’s upcoming contract opportunities and how to do business with government. Even if you've attended before, this event is for you — attendees will get the chance to meet additional project managers and hear about new project opportunities.

Oregon Convention Center 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Portland, OR 97232

Resource Team meeting

The Resource Team initiates contact with membership, acts as a sounding board, and provides additional information on Chamber activities to the members, all for the economic health of our region.

Weston Buick, GMC Conference Room (upstairs) 22555 SE Stark Street Gresham, OR 97030

Friday AM Networking Meeting- Kenway Benefits Group

Hosted by Kenway Benefits Group. These meetings are a great networking opportunity to meet Chamber members and prospective members. Guests and new faces are always welcome!

Snap Fitness 400 NW Eastman Pkwy, Gresham, OR 97030

Ambassadors

We as Ambassadors welcome and serve as an informational outlet for members and guests.  We help chamber events run smoothly through volunteering and supporting staff. This committee of active Chamber members coordinate events such as: Grand Openings, Ribbon Cuttings,......More

We as Ambassadors welcome and serve as an informational outlet for members and guests.  We help chamber events run smoothly through volunteering and supporting staff. This committee of active Chamber members coordinate events such as: Grand Openings, Ribbon Cuttings, Groundbreakings and Friday AM meetings. In addition, Ambassadors welcome dignitaries and represent the Chamber at community events, forums and showcases.  

Nanna's Place 1000 N Main Avenue Gresham, OR 97030

Unofficial Social Hour

Join your fellow Chamber members for some off-the-clock fun at this member-led event! Each month is at a new location so keep checking back!

Agave Azul 155 SE Vista Ave Gresham, OR 97080

Friday AM Networking Meeting- Snap Fitness

Hosted by Snap Fitness. These meetings are a great networking opportunity to meet Chamber members and prospective members. Guests and new faces are always welcome!

Snap Fitness 400 NW Eastman Pkwy, Gresham, OR 97030

Presidents Day - Chamber Closed

The Chamber office is closed for Presidents Day

Finance and Executive Committees

Finance and Executive Committee meetings Not open to the general membership

Business and Leaders Luncheon 2026 - Multnomah County Sheriff Morrisey O'Donnell

The Chamber's mission is to Advocate, Educate, and Collaborate with our local organizations for the vitality and prosperity of the region. Our Business and Leaders Luncheons are among the ways we fulfill that mission, and we invite you to join us for the monthly opportu......More

The Chamber's mission is to Advocate, Educate, and Collaborate with our local organizations for the vitality and prosperity of the region. Our Business and Leaders Luncheons are among the ways we fulfill that mission, and we invite you to join us for the monthly opportunity to network, learn, and grow over a delicious, locally prepared lunch. Our special guest for February is Multnomah County Sheriff Morrisey O'Donnell  

Persimmon Country Club 500 SE Butler Rd Gresham, OR 97080

Leadership Gresham

Leadership Gresham is a community focused leadership program that develops civic-minded leaders in our area. This initiative of the Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce provides opportunities for participants to broaden their knowledge and awareness of the community alongsi......More

Leadership Gresham is a community focused leadership program that develops civic-minded leaders in our area. This initiative of the Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce provides opportunities for participants to broaden their knowledge and awareness of the community alongside leaders from private, nonprofit, and public sectors. Designed for current and emerging leaders, the monthly day-long sessions will expand each participant’s scope of understanding regarding issues and systems that impact the Gresham area.

Leadership Gresham monthly sessions are open to admitted participants only.

The Art of Bonsai

Explore the art of growing and creating Bonsai displays. Connect with nature and experience the stress-relieving benefits of this hobby. The workshop is 2 hours and a project is completed each month to take home. Each class is a different project.

This class takes place in the Kyoudou Center. Maximum participation is 15.

Friday AM Networking Meeting- Fairlawn of Olympus Retirement Living

Hosted by Fairlawn of Olympus Retirement Living. These meetings are a great networking opportunity to meet Chamber members and prospective members. Guests and new faces are always welcome!

Fairlawn of Olympus Retirement Living 1280 NE Kane Dr. Gresham, OR 97030

Zimmerman House Tour

Tour the 150 year old mansion and learn about the Zimmerman family.

Zimmerman House 17111 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR 97230

Heslin House Tour

Tour the Heslin House and the Fairview Jail, both on the National Registry.

Heslin House 60 Main St. Fairview, OR 97024