About Us

You’re in good company.

Established in 1926, Oregon Executives Association is one of the state’s oldest and most successful Portland business networking and support groups. Rich in tradition and proven over time, the association continues to thrive after almost 100 years. A lively luncheon meeting is held at the Moda Center every Wednesday, and members become part of a close-knit organization focused on increasing member business opportunities and connections throughout the community.

OEA members are owners or decision-makers of companies with solid reputations for providing quality services and goods. Their business integrity is a credit to the Association and the community. They represent the kinds of companies with whom you would like to do business.

OEA is a member of the International Executives Association, with more than 6,000 member firms in the United States and Canada.

Mission

To promote the economic health and profitability of member firms through the exchange of business information and mutual business between association members. Our values demand quality and integrity in the products and services marketed by our members.

 

Core Values

Trust, Professionalism, Mutual Respect

Objectives of the Oregon Executives Association

  • To maintain a method of collecting, recording, and exchanging business information between Association members.
  • To provide for the promotion of the products and services marketed by its members.
  • To create and encourage contacts and cooperative business methods that increase the efficiency and profitability of the businesses of its members.
  • To sponsor activities that promote the success of the Association and its members.

Welcoming

Only one business in any profession is allowed, so competition between members is avoided. Once a member secures a position in OEA, as long as it is properly maintained, that business category is no longer open to any of its competitors. Some categories have been secured for more than 25 years.

What they’re saying...

Roberta Nopson, Real Estate Broker | Premiere Property Group

I was referred to OEA by a past employer when I ventured out into the real estate arena in 2002. My thoughts were that this will be great exposure, potential future business — the usual aspects one might desire in a leads group. But I quickly learned my membership in OEA was vastly more. Each member has a nugget of knowledge that they freely share, converse, and problem-solve. Nineteen years later, my personal development goes hand-in-hand with my service to this organization.

Kyle Bunch, Goosehead Insurance

Oregon Executives is the penultimate group of business professionals in Portland. I have been part of the group for just under a year, and have already seen a 10% increase in new business from the business conducted in this group. I highly recommend OEA to any business owner looking to scale their growth.

Quality Businesses

Membership in the Oregon Executives Association networking organization is not automatic, even when a category may be available. To maintain a high level of integrity, an interview and screening process that includes an on-site visit and board interview must be conducted prior to acceptance. Potential members are asked to join because we believe all of us would benefit.

Once a business is voted into membership, the owner can be proud that their company is one of a select number of firms recognized for quality and lofty standards.

Business owners and managers who have an interest in learning more about the Oregon Executives Association may attend a luncheon meeting as a guest of the organization. Please email Jocelyn Jester at info@oregonexecutives.com, for more information and to attend a luncheon.