The Portland Business Alliance has been recognized as one of the region’s 2026 Best Places to Work by the Portland Business Journal, ranking #8 on this year’s list — an honor celebrating Oregon and Southwest Washington employers who lead in workplace culture, employee engagement, and benefits.
The recognition reflects the collective strength of the Alliance’s family of organizations: the Portland Metro Chamber, Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, Working Waterfront Coalition, and Partners in Diversity, each contributing to a workplace culture built on collaboration, equity, and shared purpose.
“Every day, the staff of the affiliates of the Portland Business Alliance proudly represent our incredible stakeholders. We love our communities and the work we do on behalf of those we serve. It is a privilege to share in the challenges, opportunities, and successes our collective work provides for the Greater Portland and SW Washington employer community.
Most rewarding is working alongside staff from all walks of life and backgrounds who dedicate themselves to creating an economy where all people can thrive. The staff of the Alliance are hardworking, creative, kind, respectful, and resilient; but most of all, they are dedicated collaborators. They pick each other up, push us forward, and keep each other grounded in the joy of living in the Rose City and State of Oregon. We are one team serving many, with some of the best professionals, and all-around human beings, to be found anywhere in the state and country. Let’s Go!“
— Andrew Hoan, President & CEO
This recognition affirms the Alliance’s continued investment in its people as it advances its mission of driving economic leadership, policy advocacy, and community building across the Portland metro region. As the organization continues to grow, including welcoming the Working Waterfront Coalition as an affiliate in July 2026, this honor underscores that a strong regional business community starts with a strong internal culture.
The Portland Business Alliance thanks its staff, board, and members for helping build a workplace where people are proud to do this work.