Mayor Ted Wheeler of Portland, working with former Mayor Sam Adams, has launched a series of Action Tables to accelerate Portland’s recovery. The Tables are headed by business leaders, city staff, not-for-profit managers, and involved citizens, and each Table includes many workgroups. For deta...

Interesting in pursuing your CPSM credential but want a little extra help? Want to study alongside other people who will support you and hold you accountable? SMPS Oregon is collaborating with SMPS Seattle to hold a monthly study session! Join us for this recurring program to: Learn more about t...

No one could have predicted what this year had in store for us. From the challenges people faced on a global scale, to those faced within the state, we’ve all had to adjust to daily life in unanticipated ways. One of the biggest struggles our membership faced this year was how to conduct our ...

The nominations are in and now we need your final votes for the 2020-2021 Board of Directors! Each year, the Nominations and Elections Committee, which is comprised of the current President, President-Elect, Immediate Past President, Secretary, and Treasurer, issues a Call for Nominations t...

We stand for justice and inclusion.We believe black lives matter.We oppose all forms of racism, bigotry, discrimination and intolerance, and will not tolerate hate in our organization or community.We are listening and learning. This week our social media will be going on mute to reduce the noise and...

How do you maximize your SMPS membership? (how are you involved in the chapter, what would you recommend other members get involved in, etc.) As an SMPS member, I do my best to stay engaged with the Oregon chapter as much as possible. I attend events, roundtables, and I am currently the Media Rela...

Dear SMPS Oregon Community, To keep our volunteers, members and community safe, SMPS Oregon is postponing all events scheduled for March and April 2020. The board of directors is meeting regularly to discuss our events and service to our members during this unprecedented time and will continue to c...

Happy New Year and new decade! New Years is a perfect time for new resolutions, goals, and visions. And what better way to jump-start this year than by exploring new leadership roles! I’d like to ask you to consider adding volunteering with SMPS Oregon to your 2020 goals. We are currently in ...

Sponsorships are now available for the annual SMPS Market Mixer!  Highlighting current trends in industries across the Portland region, this popular event brings clients and industry partners face to face for an evening of conversation and networking.  As a sponsor, your firm gets e...

Does CPSM Week have you inspired and wanting to get your CPSM certification? SMPS Oregon has you covered! Here's how to start your journey toward getting those coveted four initials after your name: Make sure you are eligible to sit for the CPSM exam (check out the SMPS National website or contac...