ADVOCACY

We advocate for positive economic, social, and political  change for the Portland Area LGBTQ+ business community, as well as addressing key business issues concerning the LGBTQ+ community overall.  We have an unwavering commitment to advocate for and create positive change towards LGBTQ+ economic equality.

OPPORTUNITY

We empower our small business entrepreneurs and professionals by creating opportunities for marketing, networking, procurement, and referral-based business growth. We also collaborate with other non-profits and engage with business and civic leaders to support policies that foster a more inclusive and welcoming business community, thus creating greater opportunities for our member business.

We envision an economically empowered Portland Area LGBTQ+ business community that inspires others. We will empower our small business entrepreneurs and professionals, collaborate with nonprofit advocates, and engage with business and civic leaders to support policies that foster a more inclusive and welcoming business community.

VALUES

Our values are inherent to our identity as an organization. They guide the way we work with our members, our community, and with each other. PABA key values are: SERVICE, LEADERSHIP, PASSION, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION, and SUCCESS. Through these values we look to support a culture where ideas can blossom, individuals can thrive, and our entrepreneurial spirit can flourish.