About the Multnomah Village Business Association
Multnomah Village Business Association (MVBA) is a member-based non-profit 501c(6) business organization that promotes the general welfare of businesses in and around Multnomah Village. Membership represents a diverse range of businesses located within the district borders.
MVBA aims to establish and maintain an identity for, and act as a representative of, businesses, non-profit organizations, and professionals in the Multnomah Village area and to facilitate communication between businesses, MVBA members, the City of Portland and the State of Oregon.
MVBA Mission:
MVBA aims to establish and maintain an identity for, and act as a representative of, businesses, non-profit organizations, and professionals in the Multnomah Village area and to facilitate communication between businesses, MVBA members, the City of Portland and the State of Oregon.
MVBA Boundaries: The designated business district is defined as an area between SW Vermont on the North boundary, Barbur Blvd on the South boundary, SW 45th Ave on the West boundary and approximately SW 24th Ave on the East boundary.
MVBA Board meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month. These meetings are open to current Board members and by special request. All nine board positions are volunteer-held.
If you missed a meeting, you can stay informed on key topics discussed by viewing the past Meeting Minutes.
Member Benefits
Your $100 Annual Dues goes a long way!
EVENTS & PROMOTIONS
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First Fridays
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Multnomah Days (Free Booth $150 Value)
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Halloween in the Village
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Golden Ticket
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Holiday Gala
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Rose City Yarn Crawl
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Spring Earth Day Event
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Why Cook Wednesdays
TRAINING & NETWORKING
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MVBA Monthly Meetings
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Member Mixers
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Venture Portland
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Travel Portland
Volunteer!
The Multnomah Village Business Association is operated entirely by volunteers. Contact us if you are interested in helping!
Opportunities to lend a hand and share your expertise include:
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IT & Communications
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Operations - events, special projects
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Promotions & Events
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Fundraising
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Business Community Outreach
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Current Board Members
April 2022 thru March 2023
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PRESIDENT
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Peter-Tolin Baker, JP General
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VICE PRESIDENT
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Nell Bostwick, ComeUnityPDX
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TREASURER
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Matt Meyer, Meyer Appraisals
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SECRETARY
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Barb Cantonwine, Healthy Pets Northwest
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DIRECTORS AT LARGE:
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Jason Barbee, Level Beer
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Jamal Hassan, Yalla/Sesame Collective
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Tamara Young, Consign Couture
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Al Korb, Ameriprise Financial
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Maria Kelley, NFM Lending
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