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General contact information:
Portland Business Alliance
Alliance Leadership & Staff
Administration Central City/Downtown Services Communications & Programming Finance Government Affairs & Economic Development Membership
Amanda Mathena Amanda joined the Alliance as the database coordinator in April 2009, with seven years' experience in database coordination. Prior to working at the Alliance, she worked as a product data coordinator at Nautilus, Inc. An Oregon native, Amanda was born and raised in the Columbia Gorge. When not wrangling data, she enjoys reading, camping in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, and spending time with family and friends.
Annemarie Carlson Annemarie joined the Alliance in July 2011 as a Senior Account Executive. Annemarie enjoys working with new and existing Alliance members, discovering all that makes the Portland business community so vibrant. Prior to working at the Alliance, Annemarie worked for many years as an Account Director in the advertising/film/video industry at Euro RSCG in Portland as well as in sales at several Portland radio stations. In her free time, Annemarie delights in dining/drinking at all the wonderful restaurants around town with family and friends, walking the Portland hills and the river paths and hot yoga!
Barbara Danforth Barbara joined the Alliance in November 2010 as part of accounting staff responsible for payroll and accounts payable. She in Portland native and grew up in the Milwaukie area while attending Clackamas High School. Prior to working for the Alliance, Barbara worked for Crawford Door, a residential and commercial construction company, in Portland for 30 years as their bookkeeper. Outside of work, Barbara enjoys reading and belongs to a neighborhood book club. She also enjoys spending time with her family and 4-year-old grandson.
Bernie Bottomly Bernie Bottomly is an Oregon native, born and raised in Beaverton. He attended the University of Oregon where he earned his B.S. in Political Science. He served as District Administrator for U.S. Congressman Les AuCoin for almost a decade with responsibility for natural resource, transportation and economic development. He also served as Legislative Director for Tri-Met with responsibility for state and regional legislative affairs, regional transportation finance and policy. Prior to joining the Alliance, Bernie was the Director of Community Services at Pacific Power with responsibility for community services in Oregon, Washington and California. Outside of the Alliance, Bernie volunteers on the Board of Directors for Oregon Mentors, and the YWCA. In his free time, you can find Bernie looking for good rocks to climb, playing tennis, traveling around the world, and spending time with his family and friends here in Portland.
Brenda Dovale Born in the Pacific Northwest, Brenda is currently working on a human services degree and has a background in IT sales. She has been an ambassador since March and is enjoying being outside and meeting the variety of diverse people in the downtown area. Brenda's favorite part of downtown is the cultural district around the library and all the vintage shops in that area.
Bryan Dillon
Carly Riter Carly Riter is the Government Relations Director at the Portland Business Alliance. Carly’s portfolio focuses on a wide range of policy issues related to economic development, including transportation, real estate development, sustainability, and land use planning. Her educational and professional focus has been on downtown revitalization and urban development. Starting her career in downtown urban planning and development by studying urban design in Florence, Italy, interning as an advocacy manager for San Diego’s Downtown Gaslamp Quarter Business Association, and working for Downtown Portland’s Business Improvement District in various capacities of research, policy analysis, and advocacy, Carly has significant knowledge of the challenges facing downtowns and is impassioned to help improve their economic, cultural and civic significance in American cities. Carly earned a B.A. in Geography from Portland State University and is earning her Masters in Urban Planning from Portland State University. An outdoors enthusiast, Carly spends her free time in the mountains skiing, hiking, and climbing.
Christine Gatlin Christine has been the membership events manager at the Portland Business Alliance since 2002. She plans and coordinates all of the Alliance events. Before joining the Alliance, Christine was the senior event manager at Imark Communications, producers of Information Technology Expositions and Conferences (ITEC). Christine also worked for Nordstrom in management and sales for 14 years.
Doug Badger Doug Badger is the executive director of the Pacific Northwest International Trade Association (PNITA) and president of Western Strategies L.L.C., a government affairs and public relations firm. Doug has more than 15 years of experience in government and politics, and served as executive director of the Bush/Cheney campaign in the state of Oregon in 2004. Prior to running the Bush campaign in Oregon, Doug was a senior aide to the United States Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President (George W. Bush). During his 10-year career in Washington, DC, Doug served as both the Vice President and President of the Oregon State Society. Doug is a seventh-generation Oregonian and graduated from the University of Oregon before moving to Washington, D.C. He now resides in Portland with his wife, Cindy, their daughter Cassie, and son Mickey.
Erin McDonough A New Englander, Erin has lived in Portland for more than five years. She attended college outside of Boston, receiving a B.S. in Management from Bentley University. Prior to joining the Alliance in November of 2010, she served as Executive Director for the local American Heart Association/America Stroke Association. In her free time, Erin coach’s softball, enjoys spending time with family, walking and cooking.
Jason Little Prior to joining the Alliance in 2007, Jason was a student at Linfield College, where he studied business and history. In his capacity as the Membership Assistant, Jason helps businesses get the most out of the Alliance's many programs and services. Outside of work you can find Jason sailing the Columbia River, hiking in the Gorge or exploring the streets of Portland.
Kae Zariwny Kae joined the Portland Business Alliance in 1990 as a Validation Clerk. She then worked as a Receptionist/Secretary until 1994 when she began working as the Legal Assistant to Downtown Deputy District Attorney Laurie Abraham. Kae reviews and prepares case files on misdemeanor criminal cases in the downtown area for the Downtown DA. She also staffs the Downtown Security Network monthly meeting and maintains the Downtown Community Public Safety Office, working closely with the Alliance, the Portland Police Bureau and the DA's Office.
Karen Riley Karen has been using her skills in human resources at the Portland Business Alliance and Portland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce since 1997. Karen has been working in human resources since 1986. She decided to move from New York to Portland after riding her bike across the country. Prior to her work at the Alliance, Karen worked for Red Lion Hotels, now under Hilton ownership. Outside the office, Karen volunteers at her daughters school. Her daughters are involved in soccer and ballet, and Karen spends her free time supporting these activities. She graduated from Lehigh University with a double major in finance and economics.
Karen VanVleck Karen joined the Alliance as Executive Assistant and Board Liaison in May 2008. Prior to working at the Alliance, Karen worked in an executive support capacity at several organizations including Emeritus, a local woman-owned and managed health and skincare company, and Louisiana Pacific. Karen is a third-generation Oregonian and grew up outside of Salem on a 75-acre farm where her family raised strawberries, cherries and kept an amazing menagerie of animals. Karen attended Oregon State University and graduated from Portland State University with a degree in Sociology. In her spare time she enjoys running marathons, reading, playing the piano, attending cultural events and traveling with her husband.
Kate Kaufman Kate joined the Alliance as a Senior Account Executive in September 2010. She brings almost 20 years of sales and client relations experience. Kate is a Portland native and is extremely passionate about economic development in the region. She enjoys working with new and existing members, learning about what makes them unique and sharing Alliance opportunities. Kate graduated from University of Portland and is working towards her Masters degree. She retired from her roller derby career with Portland's Rose City Rollers in June 2010 after nearly six years of skating. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her boyfriend, watching college sports, running and enjoying Portland.
Katie Mongue Katie joined the Alliance in May of 2005 to help manage branding and maintain the Alliance website. She coordinates and produces all print collateral, publishes electronic publications and manages all web projects. Prior to working for the Alliance, she worked for Portland Public Schools for more than 4 years doing print and web design in their IT and Communications departments. Katie graduated from Portland State University in 2001 with a degree in Graphic Design. In her free time she enjoys music, reading, cooking and working on her house.
Kean Glassmeyer An Oregon native, Kean considers Portland the friendliest city around. He enjoys eating lunch from one of the many delicous food carts around downtown and getting to know local business owners. Working as an Ambassador for over four years, Kean continues to be amazed at all Portland has to offer. Kean is currently in school working towards a career in healthcare.
Lisa Frisch Lisa Frisch joined the Alliance as the Downtown Retail Development Manager in 2007. Lisa has an extensive background in retail and marketing, including nearly 10 years with Saks Fifth Avenue, both in Portland and at its corporate headquarters in New York City. She served Saks as Director of Local Marketing and Selling Events, where she created and executed event and marketing strategies for 62 stores nationwide, encompassing trunk shows, personal appearances, fashion shows, store openings, product launches, charity functions, community outreach programs, credit card loyalty programs, and magazine partner events to further the corporate brand image. Lisa is a graduate of Sunset High School and received her degree from Lewis and Clark College in Business and Administrative Studies. Lisa enjoys being back in Portland and exploring all of the things the city has to offer. When she's not conducting "market research" (her euphemism for shopping), she may be found out and about in downtown Portland, dining with friends, sipping coffee, or catching the latest independent movies at Fox Tower.
Marcus Marchand Marcus was born and raised in Hillsboro and has lived in Downtown Portland for more than 10 years. Marcus has been a personal trainer and ballroom dance instructor in his past lives. He has written and sold a screenplay and is currently working on his second book. Marcus' dream job is to be a motivational speaker or to move into public speaking for health awareness.
Megan Doern As Vice President of Communications and Programming, Megan is responsible for all Alliance communications, events and its Leadership Portland program. Her communications work includes media relations, Web management and other electronic communications. Megan and the events team put on almost a hundred events each year giving members the opportunity to grow their network, learn about an issue or sharpen a skill. She also oversees the Alliance's professional development and civic engagement program, Leadership Portland, and a new initiative, EMERGE, targeting Portland's emerging business leaders. She joined the Alliance from FD Dittus Communications, a public affairs firm in Washington, D.C. Megan began her career in communications working for the U.S. Senate and then for PG&E Gas Transmission Northwest in Portland, Ore. She is a graduate of Willamette University.
Merlin Varaday Merlin is a “native Portlander” who is originally from Johannesburg, South Africa. Merlin has a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from Portland State University, where she focused on Tourism Marketing.
Mirabai Vogt Mirabai Vogt joined the Alliance team as a communications intern in October 2009 and as a full-time staffer in January 2010 working in the Communications and Public Relations departments. She works with media, coordinates and writes external communications and manages public policy communications and events. Originally from northern California, Mirabai attended the University of Hawaii and received a BA in Journalism. She returned to the Pacific Northwest to attend the University of Oregon in Portland and graduated with a Master's Degree in Strategic Communication in June 2010. She enjoys traveling, reading, outdoor activities, cooking, playing piano and socializing with family and friends in her spare time.
Norm Sharp Norm Sharp joined the Alliance in February 2008 as the Director of Downtown Clean and Safe. He is responsible for programs involving the security, safety and cleanliness in the Business Improvement District (BID). He also oversees the Portland Ambassador Program and the BID's involvement in the Westside Community Court. Norm grew up in the Tigard area and after military service became a Portland Police Officer, retiring as a Lieutenant after 25 years. His last assignment was as a Shift Lieutenant at Northeast Precinct prior to retiring in 2002. After leaving the Bureau, Norm worked for Portland Patrol Inc. as the contract security supervisor, and he brings the downtown security experience into his position with the Alliance.
Peggy Anderson Peggy Anderson joined the Alliance team as a Senior Account Executive in 2007. Peggy has been serving as the President of Nob Hill's Neighborhood Business Association for four years and served on the board of the Alliance of Portland Neighborhood Business Associations for three years. In her position at the Alliance, Anderson assists new members to learn about all the Alliance has to offer, as well as helping existing members get the most from their membership. Peggy has also worked for Pendleton Woolen Mills as assistant blanket division manager, as a second grade teacher for eight years, and various sales positions. In her free time, she enjoys golf, tennis, cooking and power walking.
Robert Lawrence Robert is originally from England. He moved to the United States in 1981. Before coming to the USA, Robert was a test pilot for a British aircraft company. A pilot since 1974, Robert is currently a Captain with the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary, and he regularly performs search and rescue missions in Oregon. Before joining the Alliance, Robert worked for Intel. As the Alliance's Information Technology Manager, he oversees all aspects of technology at the Alliance.
Sandra Butler Sandra Butler joined the Alliance in 2004. She manages registration and assists in event coordination for all Alliance events. Prior to working for the Alliance, Sandra worked in retail at Meier & Frank for 24 years as a Buyer's Assistant and Sales Associate. When not attending Shop Talk, Forum or Business After Hours, Sandra can be found enjoying time with her family.
Sandra McDonough Sandra McDonough has served as President and CEO, of the Portland Business Alliance, Greater Portland's Chamber of Commerce since August 1, 2004. Before joining the Alliance, Ms. McDonough worked in the energy industry for two decades, including as a Vice President, External Affairs, for National Energy & Gas Transmission Inc. and Vice President, communications and external affairs, for PG&E Gas Transmission; both of these companies were operating units of San Francisco-based PG&E Corporation. Earlier, Ms. McDonough worked for PacifiCorp, holding positions in Oregon and Washington, D.C., and she was a reporter for 10 years, with reporting stints at The Oregonian and the Seattle Times. Ms. McDonough has about 30 years of civic and community leadership and service in the Portland area. She is currently serving on the boards of Associated Oregon Industries, the Oregon State Chamber of Commerce, Travel Portland, Pioneer Courthouse Square, Greater Portland Inc., Thomas Edison High School, the University of Oregon Alumni Association and U.S. National Bank Community Advisory Board. She is a senior fellow of the American Leadership Forum/Oregon. A Portland native, McDonough holds bachelor's degrees in journalism and German from the University of Oregon. She has one son, Richard, and lives in Southwest Portland.
Sara Danforth
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Sylvia Hoffman Sylvia joined the Portland Business Alliance as Controller on August 2008. She is an Oregon native who has lived in several parts of the state and graduated with the University of Oregon in math and accounting with honors. Prior to joining the Alliance, Sylvia held several Controller positions with both large and small companies including 21 years with Fleming Cos, a grocery wholesaler. She also worked as a CPA before entering private industry. In her free time, Sylvia is Treasurer of the Hardy Plant Society of Oregon, and lives in Oregon City with her Golden Retriever and attempts to garden.
Tehya Wood Tehya joined the Alliance in September of 2011. She supports office operations, event logistics, and communications. Tehya first studied, then worked, at Lewis & Clark College in Portland. She assisted in coordinating events for the College's alumni network for three years before coming to the Alliance. Outside of work, she enjoys painting and biking around Portland.
Wayne Baseden
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