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IDEAS

Join the Chamber as we share our newest event series: IDEAS! The Inclusion - Diversity - Equity - Advancement - Series 

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IDEAS · LOOKING AHEAD

Thank you for an incredible 2025-2026 season!

More connections, inspiration, and opportunities await in 2026-2027. Stay tuned for upcoming dates and event details.

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IDEAS - the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Advancement Series - brings our business community together for thoughtful conversations and practical learning. Through engaging discussions, the Chamber explores ways to build more inclusive workplaces, support professional growth, and strengthen our region.

PREVIOUS SEASON HIGHLIGHT · MAY 5, 2026

Wellness at Work: Burnout, Balance, & Building Sustainable Teams

Revisit this free virtual conversation from our 2025-2026 season.

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Past Seasons & Virtual Event Recordings

Explore previous IDEAS conversations and watch available recordings.

2025-2026 Season

February 3rd, 2026

Integrating Veteran Talent: Practical Approaches for Employers

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March 3rd, 2026

From Awareness to Action: Supporting Recovery at Work

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April 7th, 2026

Empowering Inclusion: Disability Etiquette & Best Practices

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May 5th, 2026

Wellness at Work: Burnout, Balance, & Building Sustainable Teams

Learn More →Watch Event Replay →
2024-2025 Season

February 4th, 2025

LGBTQ+ Awareness: Creative a More Inclusive Work Culture

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March 4th, 2025

Ageism in the Workplace: Engaging Older Workers as Workplace Assets

Learn More →Watch Event Replay →

April 8th, 2025

Neurodiversity at Work: A Guide to Progress & Retention

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May 6th, 2025

Breaking the Silence: Addressing Trauma & Exploitation in the Workplace

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June 10th, 2025

IDEAS: Getting Started with Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity in Your Organization

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2023-2024 Season

January 31st, 2024

The EDI Landscape - Leading Practices & Trends to Consider

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February 28th, 2024

Diversity Recruiting (Pt. 1)

March 27th, 2024

Diversity Recruiting (Pt. 2)

April 24th, 2024

Getting Started with Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion in your Organization Pt. 1

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May 8th, 2024

Getting Started with Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion in your Organization Pt. 2

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May 22nd, 2024

Mapping a Path to Success Pt. 1

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Thank You for Joining Us!


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Wellness at Work: Burnout, Balance, & Building Sustainable Teams
​Tuesday, May 5th • 9:00
-​ 10:00AM EST
FREE Virtual Chamber Event

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Please Note: By attending a Chamber or Member-hosted event, you acknowledge that your photograph may be taken and could be used in marketing and promotional materials for the Portland Regional Chamber and its Community Chambers. If you do not want your photograph taken, please speak to a Chamber staff or board member before, during, or after the event.
2025 -​ 26 Season Schedule & Recordings
February 3rd, 2026
Integrating Veteran Talent: Practical Approaches for Employers
Learn More      Event Replay

March 3rd, 2026

From Awareness to Action: Supporting Recovery at Work
Learn More      Event Replay

April 7th, 2026
Empowering Inclusion: Disability Etiquette & Best Practices
Learn More      Event Replay


May 5th, 2026
TBA
2024 -​ 25 Season Schedule & Recordings
February 4th, 2025
LGBTQ+ Awareness: Creative a More Inclusive Work Culture
Learn More      Event Replay

March 4th, 2025

Ageism in the Workplace: Engaging Older Workers as Workplace Assets
Learn More      Event Replay

April 8th, 2025
Neurodiversity at Work: A Guide to Progress & Retention
Learn More      Event Replay


May 6th, 2025
Breaking the Silence: Addressing Trauma & Exploitation in the Workplace
Learn More      Event Replay

June 10th, 2025

IDEAS: Getting Started with Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity in Your Organization
Learn More

2023 -​ 24 Season
January 31st, 2024
The EDI Landscape – Leading Practices & Trends to Consider
Learn More

February 28th, 2024

Diversity Recruiting (Pt. 1)
Learn More

March 27th, 2024
Diversity Recruiting (Pt. 2)
Learn More

April 24th, 2024
Getting Started with Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion in your Organization Pt. 1
Learn More

May 8th, 2024
Getting Started with Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion in your Organization Pt. 2
Learn More

May 22nd, 2024
Mapping a Path to Success Pt. 1
Learn More

Special Community Partners

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About Our PartnersPartners Who Strengthen Our Region

Our Special Community Partners represent leading organizations across healthcare, banking, financial technology, insurance, broadband and higher education. Their year-round support advances Chamber programs, events, advocacy and regional connections.

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Stronger businesses. Connected communities. A thriving region.

We advance communities and the region through business prosperity and member engagement.

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  • Home
  • Membership
    • Top 10 Benefits of Membership
    • Become a Member
    • Member-to-Member Deals
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
    • Marketing Opportunities
    • LINQ
  • Member Directory
  • Newsletter
  • Events
    • Community & Events Calendar
    • AI in Action Business Summit
    • Business After Hours
    • Concerts in the Park
    • Day of Giving
    • Eggs & Issues
    • Growth Basics for Business
    • IDEAS
    • Imagine Portland
    • IT Basics for Business
    • Leaders On Tap
    • Portland Civic Leadership Award
    • PROPEL Events
    • WE Rock! Awards
    • Mighty Mary
    • She Means Business
  • Ribbon Cuttings
  • Advocacy
    • Chamber Member Voter Guide
    • Portland Professional Connections
  • About Us
    • FAQs
    • Staff
    • Portland Regional Board
    • Our Communities
    • PROPEL