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Economic Development is Community Development

The Black Business Association of Oregon (BBAO) is an economic development organization that strives to achieve economic equity that is sustainable and lasting in the state of Oregon.

Lance Randall, Executive Director 
The Black Business Association of Oregon

OUR SERVICES

What BBAO does for you

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Business Retention & Expansion

We help retain Black businesses, foster growth, and improve their position in the marketplace.

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Entrepreneurial Development

We assess Black entrepreneurs and assist them with starting and establishing new businesses.

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Workforce Development

We work with existing companies to assess their workforce needs and match them with qualified Black employees

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Black Business Recruiting

We recruit Black businesses from around the country to set up operations in the state of Oregon.

OUR GOALS

What you can expect from us

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We partner with state and local agencies and businesses at every level, existing and emerging, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to invest and get involved in making our state more equitable.
We gather and track data that shows that we’re making a difference in the lives of Black residents, and how we are fostering growth and sustainability of Black businesses.
We help Black businesses create wealth, increase their revenue, and contribute more to the tax base which increases economic prosperity for the entire state of Oregon.

Colas Construction (BBAO Partner)

We partner with state and local agencies and businesses at every level, existing and emerging, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to invest and get involved in making our state more equitable.
We gather and track data that shows that we’re making a difference in the lives of Black residents, and how we are fostering growth and sustainability of Black businesses.
We help Black businesses create wealth, increase their revenue, and contribute more to the tax base which increases economic prosperity for the entire state of Oregon.

Let’s bring equity to Oregon together.
Get BBAO news & ways to get involved.

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I believe we can bring equity to the state of Oregon through genuine partnerships, significant investments, a detailed strategy, and an unwavering commitment to economic justice.

Lance Randall

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, BBAO

Join the Oregon NAREB Chapter for "Learn, Plan, + Execute" on April 13, 10 am-2 pm! Topics include Estate Planning, Credit Building, and a live podcast. RSVP at OregonNAREB.com or call 503-568-1378 for details! #NAREB #ORNAREB #Oregon #Portland #RealEstate #Planning
Save the Date! The Black Business Association of Oregon, Coalition of Communities of Color, LatinoBuilt, MESO, NAACP, and NAYA Action Fund are partnering with NAMC-Oregon for the in-person mayoral debate on Thursday, April 25, from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Catch all the action live on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@namc-oregon Want to experience the excitement in…
The Oregon MBDA Business Center’s virtual session is tomorrow (04/10)! Akilah Hicks, presenter, will be discussing funding opportunities for businesses. If interested, please sign up here to register, https://businessimpactnw.org/event/oregon-mbda-diverse-business-excellence-session-access-to-capital-services-for-esg-working-capital/ If you are interested in tuning in, you can directly tune in here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85373640488
Don't miss your chance to be part of this epic musical experience! Grab your tickets now and get ready for the Black + Loud Music Festival this Saturday, April 6! The Festival is celebrating Black-led bands from the Pacific Northwest who are shaking up the alternative music scene. Check out the lineup below and secure…
"These restaurants are so valuable and the backbone to our economy. If we don't support them, poof, they'll be gone." Spencer Wilson, winner of the Portland Metropolitan Foodie Passport Program The Foodie Passport program was designed to take the passport holder on a journey to experience some of the best food and drink establishments in…

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