Technical Resources

OAME is able to provide free one-on-one counseling to business owners. We assist each individual business owner with designing an action plan for business plan creation, administration of the business, marketing, budgeting, location, and financing.

OAME has also established a Mentorship Program in an effort to partner small business candidates with a mentor from a larger business with complimentary industry knowledge. The Mentorship program requires both parties to commit to monthly meetings for an entire year and is mediated by OAME staff.

Community Resources

Business Impact NW

Business Impact NW works together with you, providing the coaching, classes, and capital you need to successfully launch and grow your business.

Victor Saldanha, Chief Lending Officer
Phone: 503-210-5649
Email: [email protected]

Craft3

Strengthening resilience in Oregon and Washington for more than two decades – funding thousands of startups and expanding businesses, nonprofits doing good, and homeowners improving their property.

5-step intake link to get started

Stephen Phan, Business Leader/Intake Specialist
Phone: 888-231-2170, ext. 505
Email: [email protected]

Impact Beaverton

Beaverton Area Chamber of Commerce

Providing free, confidential consultations, and educational workshops for small businesses located in Beaverton.

Website: Beaverton.org/impact-beaverton

For assistance in English, contact:
Robert L. “Rob” Routhieaux, Small Business Support & Development Director: [email protected]

Para obtener asistencia en español, comuníquese con:
Gustavo Gordillo, [email protected]

Services:

Business plan preparation
Financing/grant application assistance
Marketing and advertising strategies
Staffing and employee retention strategies
Educational workshops and information sessions
Guidance on starting and growing your business
Referrals to other small business support providers
Networking opportunities
Most services and materials are available in English & Spanish!

Livelihood NW

Their mission is to foster business sustainability and growth for historically under-served entrepreneurs within local communities. We provide exceptional business development support services to promote lifelong learning, empowerment, and positive economic impact.

Long Term Business Support Program

Website: LivelihoodNW.org
Email: [email protected]

Mercy Corps Northwest

Low-cost classes and training, assistance with getting financial help, mentoring, and more.

Website
Financial Inclusion for Businesses
Oregon Women’s Business Center

MESO

Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO) formed as a grassroots initiative in 2005 under the umbrella of The Black United Fund of Oregon to assist small businesses that were experiencing challenges in the wake of gentrification, new development, and increased rents in North/Northeast Portland.

Website: MESOpdx.org
Address: 4008 NE MLK Jr. Blvd., Portland, OR 97212
Phone: Portland/503-841-3351
Beaverton/503-521-7620

Nonprofit Association of Oregon (NAO)

Nonprofit membership organization representing and supporting charitable nonprofits of all sizes, geographic locations and missions across Oregon. NAO’s mission is to serve public benefit nonprofits by strengthening the collective voice, leadership, and capacity of nonprofits to enrich the lives of all Oregonians. Nonprofits must also be equipped to operate their organizations effectively and efficiently. To help Oregon’s nonprofits thrive, NAO has developed a Nonprofit Resource Library.

PAACO

Philippine American Chamber of Commerce of Oregon

PACCO is a welcoming and inclusive community organized to promote economic empowerment and resiliency for historically marginalized, economically disadvantaged, underserved and under-resourced communities. We ground our efforts in racial equity and promote entrepreneurism, education, professional growth, civic engagement, and business development by providing scholarships, leadership training programs, technical assistance, and relevant workshops.

Website: PACCO.org

SCORE

SCORE has a large network of free volunteer small business mentors in the nation. No matter what stage your business is at SCORE has a mentor for you. Easily request a mentor to help you start, grow, or transition your business today!

Website: SCORE.org
Phone: 503-326-5211

SBDC

Business Advisers and Instructors are ready to help your business grow and thrive. You will work with experienced professionals who will help you find the right resources for your business for the long-term.

Website: Portland SBDC

Business Access Capital – Engaging business clients through specialty advising on accessing capital to foster economic growth and resilience. The Capital Access Team (CAT) are specialized SBDC advisors regionally located around the state that provide confidential business advising.

Website: SBDC Capital Access Team

Assess readiness for funding to determine next steps
Advise on business planning and projections to be “funder ready”
Advise and discuss different finance strategies
Provide financial analysis and feedback as needed
Advise on funding package documentation
Assist clients with funder relations and connections

Umpqua Bank Small Business Lines of Credit

Growing and maintaining a business isn’t easy. Umpqua Bank is here for you and your small business needs. Our SBA Express Line of Credit can help you with your short term capital needs, to keep things running smoothly. When you’re ready, one of our small business lending experts will be standing by to help you with the next steps. We are proud to offer SBA loans in addition to our other small business loan options. We will connect you with one of our SBA lending experts to learn about our SBA 7(a) and SBA 504 loan programs.

Lending Experts:

Sean Hamilton, Branch Manager
Phone: 503-736-6023
Email: [email protected]

Juan Polanco Palacios, Asst. Branch Manager
Phone: 503-736-2200
Email: [email protected]