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<strong>In 2022 Lance J. Randall moved to Portland to lead the Black Business Association of Oregon — a newly formed organization with its sights on attracting, retaining and supporting Black-owned businesses throughout the state. </strong>
The Black Business Association of Oregon (BBAO) is committed to achieving sustainable, lasting economic equity through the ups and downs of our economy. We focus on growing Black businesses, entrepreneurs, students, and communities in the state of Oregon. For us, economic equity is not just a catchphrase, but a critical goal that we pursue with passion and determination. Unfortunately, Measure 26-238, a proposed local capital gains tax, runs counter to this goal. This proposed tax creates new barriers to success for Black-owned businesses who too-often face economic inequities that are rooted ...
The Black Business Association of Oregon (BBAO) has hired Sommer Martin as its first communications director. She brings to the BBAO extensive knowledge of non-profit, transportation, economic development, strategic communication and video production.
Group provides resources, database of Black businesses, future prosperity center.
We’re excited to introduce a new cohort of 40 Accelerator for Local Restaurants participants, all based in the greater Portland and Denver areas.