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James ParkerOregon Native American Chamber
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March 2016 Networking Luncheon
Wednesday March 30, 2016 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Metro - Council Chambers 600 NE Grand Ave.
The Oregon Native American Chamber (ONAC) invites you to join us for our Networking Luncheon. We will be hosting our luncheon at Metro's Council Chambers. We know that many of our members join ONAC as a way to grow their business and connect to the community. This event provides a unique opportunity to meet, network, and build relationships with business and community leaders (Native and non-native) from across Oregon and SW Washington.
This month's luncheon features invited speakers:
Multnomah County Commissioner and Mayoral Candidate Jules Bailey, a Portland native,hasspent his career tackling issues in our community. In 2014 he was elected to represent District 1, which includes areas west of the Willamette River and the inner eastside south of Interstate 84. Multnomah County Commissioner Jules Bailey is a Southeast Portland native and graduate of Lincoln High School and Lewis and Clark College. He holds dual master’s degrees from Princeton in public policy and economics, and urban and regional planning. He also holds graduate-level certification in science, technology, and environmental policy.
Jules has worked across the US and on five continents on issues such as economic development, education, and sustainability. He also served three terms as a State Representative from SE Portland.
Commissioner Bailey was instrumental in funding the Unity crisis mental health facility and has been a leader on the Home For Everyone committee’s efforts to end homelessness and provide housing for every homeless veteran.
Jules lives with his wife Jessica and their son August in Multnomah Village.
Candidate for Oregon House District 43 and Interim Executive Director & Director of Family 
Services Tawna Sanchez (Shoshone-Bannock, Ute, and Carrizo)
Services Tawna Sanchez (Shoshone-Bannock, Ute, and Carrizo) Tawna Sanchez (Shoshone-Bannock, Ute, and Carrizo) has dedicated her to life to advocating for the well-being of women, children, and the preservation of families in Oregon. As a life-long resident of Portland, Tawna has worked tirelessly to create a healthy, vibrant community that reflects Portland's unique and growing diversity. At the same time, Tawna has committed decades of service to addressing the challenges facing our community's most vulnerable members.
From leading local grassroots efforts to providing a safe and stable familial environment for foster kids to advocating on an international platform for the rights of indigenous peoples; Tawna has demonstrated a unique brand of leadership that is deeply rooted in her community, in her commitment to building a better future for everyone, and a steadfast commitment to staying the course..
Do not miss this great opportunity, register today to ensure your seat!
For your conveinence, we have added the opportunity sign up and become a member of ONAC on the event registration page. If you have questions about your current membership and your renewal date, please contact James Parker at support@onacc.org.