The Five-Year Plan: Portland's New Economic Development Strategy

City Club of Portland Friday Forum

On July 24, Erin Flynn, economic development director for the Portland Development Commission, will explain the city’s five-year plan to grow the economy, create jobs and sustain the quality of life that Portland residents enjoy. She will clarify why it is vital for Portland to maintain – and expand – its position as a leader in the global, green economy. She will also discuss how Portland can maximize the competitive environment for traded-sector companies, drive urban-core innovation and stimulate neighborhood business vitality.

Prior to joining the Portland Development Commission in 2007, Erin Flynn served as Vice President of FutureWorks, a Boston-based policy and strategy consulting firm focused on regional economic development.

Purchase tickets at www.pdxcityclub.org or call 503-228-7231 x110.

Where: The Governor Hotel, 614 SW 11th Ave., Portland OR 97205

When: Doors open at 11:30 AM, Program begins at 12:15 PM and concludes at 1:15 PM

Transportation and parking: The Governor Hotel is accessible by bus, Portland Streetcar and MAX light rail. A SmartPark garage is located one block away from the Governor Hotel at 730 S.W. 10th Ave.

Cost: Luncheon tickets are $16 for City Club members and up to two guests, $20 for nonmembers. Limited coffee/tea table tickets are $5 and are available at the door on a first-come, first-served basis. General seating is free for members and $5 for nonmembers. A limited number of $5 coffee/tea tickets are available at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Reservations: Reservations required for lunches only; reservations close at 2 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to the event. Reservations for lunch are strongly encouraged. To reserve a lunch via telephone, individuals (members and non-members) should call our voice mail reservation line, 503-228-7231, ext. 110. A limited number of lunch tickets are generally available at the door. Luncheon tickets reserved after the 2:00 PM Wednesday deadline or purchased at the door will be subject to an additional $4 charge. General seating and coffee/tea tickets will be available at the door.

Sponsors: Friday Forums this quarter are sponsored by: The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and Stoel Rives, LLP.