Oregon has long been committed to economic development on a city, regional and state level. The cornerstones of this strategy are the Oregon Business Development Department and the Portland Development Commission ( PDC ). These organizations have partnered with the Oregon Bioscience Association to foster an environment which is highly conducive to the creation and growth of bio-related companies. Such an environment is also an attraction to such companies and organizations to move to Oregon.
The Oregon Business Development Department provides economic and community development and cultural enhancement throughout the state, and administers programs that assist businesses, communities and people. The mission is, simply stated, to advance Oregon's economy. Known as Business Oregon the organization seeks to pave the way for continued sustainable economic development in Oregon, and working with the Governor, private industry and other state agency partners to ensure opportunity for Oregonians today and beyond.
Contact: Chad Freeman (503) 229-5117
Email: chad.freeman@state.or.us
The PDC's Vision is to be a catalyst for positive change in the creation of a world-class 21st Century city; a city in which economic prosperity, quality housing and employment opportunities are available to all. PDC's Mission is to bring together resources to achieve Portland’s vision of a diverse, sustainable community with healthy neighborhoods, a vibrant central city, a strong regional economy, and quality jobs and housing for all.
Contact the PDC office: 503) 823-3200
The Lane Metro Partnership is a public/private partnership formed in 1985 by Lane County, Eugene, Springfield and the Eugene and Springfield Chambers of Commerce. The mission of the Lane Metro Partnership is to provide leadership for the economic development efforts in Eugene/Springfield and throughout Lane County, fostering business investment which creates job opportunities for our citizens and a more diverse and stable economy.
Contact Jack Roberts (541) 686-2741
Email: jack@lanemetro.com
The Corvallis-Benton Chamber Coalition economic development division provides support to startups and growing businesses as foundation of supporting the local and regional business ecosystem. Projects range from supporting peer learning groups, the Entrepreneurs Forum, the Corvallis E-tailing group, the SWOT Business Facilitation project, Willamette Innovators night and the Willamette Angel Conference. We work with partners like the SAO, the Oregon Bio , as well as other regional partners to grow a sustainable business ecosystem.
Contact John Sechrest (541) 757-1505
Email: sechrest@cbchambercoalition.com
Beaverton’s Economic and Capital Development Dept was designed to be the primary point of contact for any business wanting to expand their operations, start-ups looking to establish themselves, and to attract complementary businesses that will contribute to the long term economic growth and vibrancy of the city. We are committed to providing a variety of innovative programs and tools for the Bioscience industry, such as: site selection, planning and permitting assistance, partner connections and networking, competitive intelligence and market research.
Contact: Steve Thompson – City of Beaverton
4755 SW Griffith Drive, Beaverton OR 97076, 503-350-4037
sthompson@ci.beaverton.or.us
http://www.businessbeaverton.com