Don't miss out on an incredible opportunity! Apply for KeyBank’s Key4Women® program before the July 15th deadline. MESO is excited to collaborate with Key4Women and the Portland Thorns Portland Thorns FC for our second dynamic women-owned business pitch contest. If you or someone you know is interested, click this link to see if you’re eligible and apply today! https://lnkd.in/gpgibFES Share this chance with your community and let’s create success together. Make your dreams a reality with Key4Women! #WomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #MESO #Key4Women #PortlandThorns #PitchContest #Empowerment
Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO)
Non-profit Organization Management
Portland, Oregon 577 followers
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About us
Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO) elevates and empowers under-resourced and excluded entrepreneurs to build resilience, equity, and thriving communities through access to capital, tailored business assistance, and education. Founded in 2005 to assist Black-owned small businesses that were experiencing challenges in the wake of gentrification in North and Northeast Portland, the nonprofit now serves more than 600 entrepreneurs and small businesses in Oregon and Southwest Washington each year. MESO is a designated SBA microlender, an IDA fiduciary, and a Certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI).
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https://www.mesopdx.org
External link for Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO)
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Portland, Oregon
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2005
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Employees at Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO)
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We are thrilled to announce an exciting new chapter for our local makers at MESO! Thanks to our incredible partnership with OnPoint Community Credit Union, the MESO Makers Market Empowered by OnPoint is now giving 40+ diverse makers in the Portland metro area the visibility and support they need to thrive. With OnPoint’s generous support, our small businesses can now showcase their products for longer hours, making it more convenient for everyone to shop local. Located at 376 NE Sumner, the market is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11am to 5pm. We invite you to visit and support these amazing entrepreneurs! “This partnership with OnPoint represents more than just a new name for the market,” said our CEO and Executive Director Cobi Lewis. “It represents a shared commitment to supporting local talent, providing new opportunities, and celebrating the spirit of entrepreneurship.” We are deeply grateful to OnPoint Community Credit Union for helping us cultivate a vibrant community hub for creativity and entrepreneurship in Portland. #SupportLocal #MESOMakersMarket #OnPointCU #PortlandMakers #ShopSmall #LocalBusiness #Entrepreneurship #HandmadeProducts
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We’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with OnPoint Community Credit Union! Discover more about the MESO Makers Market, powered by OnPoint, and meet some of our talented MESO clients in the article below: Dijenaire Fraizer - DC Ringz Dori Horne - Midnite Oils Tralice Lewis - Callie's Custom Hat Wigs
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Join us for an unforgettable Juneteenth celebration on June 19th, 2024 from 11am-5pm at the MESO Makers Market! 💛❤️🖤💚 Enjoy food, shopping, lemonade, wine tasting with Stoney Wines, family activities, local vendors, live music by the amazing Tahirah Memory, and activities with PNC Mobile Learning Adventure. Save the date and stay tuned for our event lineup! 📅✨ 📍 376 NE Sumner Rd, Portland OR 97211 #Juneteenth #CelebrateFreedom #CommunityEvent #PortlandEvents #LiveMusic #FamilyFun #LocalVendors #WineTasting #SupportLocal #MesoMakersMarket #Tahirah #StoneyWines
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We had a very inspiring night at our very first MESO Empowers event! 🎤✨ Our incredible speakers, Tyrone Poole, Lisa C. Willis, and Melody Brown, captivated us with their wisdom and passion. A heartfelt thank you to our partners and sponsors: PNC, PNC Live Studio, Stoney Wines, OneApp, KeyBank, and Port of Portland. This is just the beginning. Stay tuned for more highlights from this unforgettable evening. We look forward to continuing this journey of empowerment together. Together, we’re shaping a future filled with limitless possibilities. 💼🎤 #MESOEmpowers #Empowerment #Community #Gratitude #PNCBank #StoneyWines #OneApp #KeyBank #PortofPortland #StayTuned
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In need of some entrepreneurial inspiration? Look no further than MESO Empowers! Join us on May 2nd at PNC Live Studio for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, music, and networking. Hear from transformative speakers like Lisa C. Willis, Tyrone Poole, and Melody Brown, and enjoy soul-stirring performances by Tahirah Memory. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with innovators and change makers from all walks of life. Grab your tickets now and be part of something truly special. Let's empower each other and create a future filled with possibilities! Tickets are flying fast! Secure yours TODAY! https://lnkd.in/gEYMpRkH Lisa C. Willis Melody Brown Tyrone Poole #MESOEmpowers #Inspiration #Networking #PNCStudio #EmpowermentEvent #Entrepreneurs #Live
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The MESO Makers Market is coming to Rose Festival CityFair! Portland Rose Festival Foundation Are you or someone you know interested in vending with us? Use the link to learn more and apply! https://lnkd.in/gDUZCgwx #VendorOpportunity #marketplace #popupmarket #festivalseason #portlandevents #PortlandRoseFestival
MESO Makers Market at Rose Festival CityFair
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Join us at MESO Empowers on May 2nd at the PNC Live Studio in Portland for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, learning, and networking. 🚀 🎙️ Hear from our incredible lineup of guest speakers: Lisa C. Willis Tyrone Poole Melody Brown 🎶 Plus, enjoy a special performance by the talented Tahirah Memory! MESO Empowers is all about elevating local entrepreneurs through powerful community conversations. This event is perfect for seasoned business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, or anyone interested in the dynamic world of entrepreneurship. 🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! Don't miss out on the opportunity to be part of this motivational experience. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gEYMpRkH 💺 Want to make an even bigger impact? Consider sponsoring a row of seating or a single seat to support local entrepreneurs who wish to attend. Your support can make a huge difference! 🔥 Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered. We can't wait to see you there and celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship together! #MESOEmpowers #Entrepreneurship #PortlandEvents #BusinessNetworking #StartupLife #Innovation #CommunityBuilding
Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon
mesopdx.org
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Diverse Perspective: Roundtable Talks… what a great event yesterday! The panelists were AMAZING! Their story, their journey, the advice, the tips and especially the honesty and candidness… I appreciate you all! Thank you to Sponsors MESO Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon and @Mermosa PDX. The Oregon MBDA Business Center will host this AMAZING event again on the last Thursday of May, stay tuned 📺
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Check out this panel for Startups! Who doesn't love to learn over a pint? Join panelists Donn Dimond, PT, Joshua Jacobs, and Deepthi Madhava at Golden Valley Brewing - Beaverton. Use this link to register! https://lnkd.in/g2aPEuer Brought to you by TiE Oregon and Oregon Startup Center #smallbusiness #paneldiscussion #startup #oregon