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Oregon Association of Minority Entrepreneurs

OAME Networking Meeting at the University of Oregon Portland Campus

OAME Breakfast held after a networking meeting at the University of Oregon Portland campus

AI question and answer hour. Bring one question about AI in your business. Leave with an answer you can use. First and Third Fridays, noon to 1 PM.

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Mission and Impact

OAME is a non-profit, tax-exempt membership organization founded in 1987 with the mission to promote and develop entrepreneurship and economic development for ethnic minorities in the State of Oregon & SW Washington. OAME focuses on providing support services to small businesses.

We are an all-inclusive organization and encourage everyone to live by our motto:

“Everybody’s In, Nobody’s Out!”

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2026 Holiday Connection Event

The holidays remind us how much stronger we are when we come together. OAME’s Holiday Connection Event is more than a celebration—it’s a reflection of the partnerships, perseverance, and progress that define our business family.

Friday, December 4, 2026

4 – 5 PM C&I Networking Meeting
5 – 8 PM Dinner, Music, Networking, and Connection

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What Our Members Say

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“OAME has helped me gain visibility with larger clients. Being a member has solidified my
vision, increased my focus and turned me into a marketing machine. OAME teaches small
businesses to become more successful.”

Neil Lee
owner of LEEKA Architecture and Planning

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“OAME takes the weight of doubt from your shoulders that all entrepreneurs experience.
Their meetings give me the confidence of knowing that possibilities are out there. During their
last Contractors meeting, I made notes of who I wanted to network with after the meeting. To
my surprise, I barely got out of the chair and I had 3-4 people approaching me for potential
business.”

Tyrone Bailey
owner of Bailey’s Construction Unlimited

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“OAME really opened my eyes to the business opportunities out there. I know I wouldnt be
where I am today or even know a fraction of the valuable contacts I have now without being a
member. The OAME networking meetings feel like one family all in a large room.”

Debbie Rockaway
owner of Allsource Construction Supply

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“OAME not only made NWR Construction, but revitalized and saved us. Everyone I’ve met,
from contacts and customers to employees and clients are the result of my connection with
OAME. It’s unbelievable to think that I almost started looking for a job when the recession hit
and now here we are with 13 employees.”

Ron Downey
owner of NWR Construction, Inc.

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“OAME has helped my business tremendously because of the networking. These meetings are
where I’ve met a lot of the folks that ultimately became clients. It’s the best place to gain
access to people important to your success and an easy way to follow up with them.”

Rajiv Ali
owner of RhinoOne Geotechnical

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“Becoming a member of OAME and coming to the meetings has laid the foundation for
making more contacts in the city. I am meeting decision makers in person rather than trying
to cold call them over several months time.”

Justin Hopkins
owner of Cortez Creative’s Portland division

Thank you to our 2026 Platinum and Gold Sponsors

Founding Chair Sam Brooks with Chair Summer Fowler

Our Core Services

Business Development Resources and Technical Assistance
Networking and Mentorship with Industry Leaders
Exclusive Access to Contracting and Funding Opportunities
Business Listing in the OAME Member Directory
Marketing and Promotion Support for Your Business
Advocacy and Policy Representation for Minority Entrepreneurs

For over 30 years, OAME has supported thousands of businesses and individuals representing Minority-Owned, Woman-Owned, Emerging Small Business, and Service-Disabled Veteran Business enterprises (MWESBDV).

Thank you to our 2026 Silver Sponsors

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Oregon Association of Minority Entrepreneurs

OAME is a diverse membership association of entrepreneurs, public agencies, nonprofit partners, and large businesses.

OAME is committed to providing all members and partners, including individuals with disabilities, a non-discriminatory environment with equal access to web-based information and services. We are continually engaged in the process of improving the web experience for all stakeholders. If you have suggestions, need support, or have a grievance, please contact us at oame@oame.org.

Mailing Address

2130 N Kilpatrick St #17408
Portland, OR 97217

Contact Us

Email: oame@oame.org

Phone: 503-249-7744

Fax: 503-278-7377

Hours

Monday – Thursday: 9 AM – 5 PM

Friday: 9 AM – 12 PM

Saturday – Sunday: CLOSED

Directions to OAME Networking Meetings at the
University of Oregon Portland Library and Learning Center

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