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Additional Training

TriMet DBE/SBE Construction Networking Event

TriMet DBE/SBE Construction Networking Event

When: Thursday, October 24th, 4:00–6:30 p.m.

Where: Oregon Association of Minority Entrepreneurs (OAME) 

731 N Hayden Meadows Dr Portland, OR 97217

  • Discover Opportunities with TriMet
  • Learn how to do business with us
  • Meet TriMet project managers
  • Network with prime contractors
  • Preview current and upcoming work
For more information and to register click here.  

Governor's Marketplace

Governor's Marketplace 2024 Conference & Tradeshow

Meaningful Engagement

When: October 28th, 2024, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Where: The Holiday Inn Portland, Columbia Riverfront

909 N. Hayden Island Drive, Portland, OR 97217

Oregon's premiere event is coming to Portland! The Governor's Marketplace brings information about public contracting opportunities and business resources to Oregonians across the state.

The theme of this year's Governor's Marketplace is Meaningful Engagement. We must prioritize building shared prosperity across the state and for all communities, especially as it relates to expanding opportunities for partnership between all of our different communities and state agencies

For more information and to register click here.


SCORE Workshops

Portland SCORE offers over 100 business workshops designed to help you start and grow your own business. These workshops are taught throughout the Portland Metro area by experienced experts, and they are priced modestly. Complete details on each course are available here.

Click here for more information.


SBA Government Contracting Classroom

SBA has created a series of free online contracting courses designed to help prospective and existing small businesses understand the basics about contracting with governmental agencies. So whether you’re just getting started or looking for ways to compete more successfully in the government contracting marketplace, check out the courses below.

Please click here for additional information on SBA's classes.