Portland U.S. Export Assistance Center Partner Organizations:
Eugene Chamber of Commerce
http://www.eugenechamber.org
For over 100 years the Chamber has provided outstanding programs
in the areas of business assistance, government affairs,
community development and membership services. Whether it is
providing a quality training program, hosting an enjoyable
networking opportunity or speaking out on a key public policy
issue, the Chamber is committed to meeting the needs of the local
business community.
Export Council of Oregon and Southwest Washington
The Export Council of Oregon and Southwest Washington is an
organization of local leaders whose knowledge of international
business provides a source of professional advice to companies
seeking to expand international sales. The Council works with the
local U.S. Export Assistance Center in Portland. For more
information, including a list of the Council members volunteering
their expertise, please click here
Oregon International Trade Division
http://www.econ.state.or.us/oregontrade/
The Oregon Economic and Community Development Department's goal
is to strengthen the state's economy in an effort to put more
Oregonians to work in good jobs. We work with the private sector
to create an environment that encourages business expansion,
creation and relocation; and with local communities to help
develop the infrastructure they need to attract business and keep
their economy going.
Portland Business Alliance
http://www.portlandalliance.com
The Portland Business Alliance serves as your Regional Chamber of
Commerce and Downtown Management Organization. It is a private,
not-for-profit organization established in 2002 with the mission
to ensure economic prosperity in the Portland region by providing
strong leadership, partnership, and programs that encourage
business growth and vitality.
RAINS
http://www.rainsnet.org
Regional Alliances for Infrastructure and Network Security
(RAINS) is a non-profit, private/public partnership formed to
accelerate development and deployment of innovative technology
for homeland security. RAINS has forged partnerships among the
State of Oregon, over 60 technology companies, six research
universities, critical infrastructure providers, public agencies
and first responders.
SEDCOR
http://www.sedcor.com
SEDCOR, the lead economic development agency for Marion and Polk
Counties, is a private, non-profit membership organization,
composed of over 400 business and community leaders. Its mission
is to enhance and diversify the Mid-Willamette Valley area
economy.
Software Association of Oregon
http://www.sao.org
The Software Association of Oregon (SAO) fosters an environment
that fuels the explosive growth of Oregon’s software industry.
Our members enjoy exceptional networking and educational
opportunities, critical workforce development programs, and
valuable company benefits. Whether you are a start-up software
developer, established industry leader, or a provider of services
to the industry, your company will benefit from an SAO
membership.
Study Oregon
http://www.studyoregon.com
In the spring of 1999, sixteen Oregon institutions of higher
education came together to form an international marketing
network, STUDY OREGON. These schools, ranging from private
language academies and community colleges to public and private
universities, joined together because of a common vision of
promoting Oregon as a destination for international students. The
United States Export Assistance Center, part of the US Department
of Commerce, works with Study Oregon to help pursue its goal.