Where to find Latino-Owned Business Support in Washington, Clackamas, and Multnomah Counties?

Washington, Clackamas, and Multnomah County vibrant entrepreneurial scene is enriched by the energy and innovation of its Latino founders.

At the Metro Region Innovation Hub, we believe in empowering all entrepreneurs to thrive, and we recognize the unique strengths and experiences that Latino-owned business support in Washington, Clackamas and Multnomah Counties bring to our community. If you're a Latino entrepreneur in the Metro area looking to launch or grow your business, you've come to the right place.

Connecting Founders To The Support They Need

Latino-Owned Business Support in Washington, Clackamas, and Multnomah Counties

We've compiled a list of valuable resources to help you navigate the journey, connect with support networks, and achieve your entrepreneurial dreams.

Our mission at the Metro Region Innovation Hub is to connect entrepreneurs with the resources they need to succeed in the Oregon's Metro region. We understand that culturally relevant support and access to the right networks can make all the difference.

Explore the following organizations and programs that are dedicated to supporting Latino-owned businesses like you.

Connect with Your Community: Networking & Support Organizations

• Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber (HMC): Dedicated to the economic advancement and equity for Latino-Owned business in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Offers technical assistance, workshops, networking events, and leadership programs in Spanish and English

• Mercatus PDX: A directory of Latino-owned businesses and partner of the Inclusive Business Resource Network offering technical assistance

• Oregon SBDC Programa de Extensión Latino: Spanish-speaking advisors help with planning, operations, access to capital, market research, and more

• LatinoBuilt: The largest trade association in Oregon and SW Washington promoting Latino-owned construction businesses

• Business Impact NW: Provides resources and free one-on-one business coaching to Latino-owned businesses.

  Latino Business Alliance: Hosts networking events and offers tools for financial growth and community engagement

Fueling Your Growth: Mentorship & Accelerator Programs

• Latino Founders Accelerator: A 12-week program offering mentorship and growth strategies for Latino-led ventures

• adidas Community Lab: In collaboration with Impact Hub, this program supports Black and Latino/a/e social entrepreneurs

• Built Oregon: Offers a consumer products mentorship program, open to all founders

Access to Capital: Funding Opportunities

• Oregon Community Foundation Latino Partnership Program: Provides small grants and sponsorships supporting Latino communities in leadership, education, and wealth building

• Prosper Portland: Offers financing products and grants for small businesses in diverse communities

• Hacienda CDC: Culturally specific business advising for Latino entrepreneurs

• Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO): Offers loans, savings programs, market research, and advising in Spanish

• Brazi Bites Latino Entrepreneur Accelerator Program: Supports CPG businesses with grants, mentorship, and partner connections

• Elevate Capital: A Portland-based VC firm investing in underserved entrepreneurs, including Latinos

Building Your Foundation: Business Support & Legal Assistance

• Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber (HMC): Provides no-cost business consulting in Spanish and English

• Oregon SBDC: Offers comprehensive support for launching and growing a business, including legal and financial basics

• SCORE Portland: Free mentorship from business professionals across sectors

• Small Business Legal Clinic (SBLC): Provides transactional legal services to emerging businesses in Oregon

Hub Navigator, Pat Cheung

Your Central Connection: The Metro Region Innovation Hub

Navigating this wealth of resources can be overwhelming, but the Metro Region Innovation Hub is here to simplify the process.

Our experienced Hub Navigators offer one-on-one informational sessions to help you identify the resources that best fit your specific needs as a Latino founder in the Metro area.

We can connect you with mentors, funding opportunities, legal assistance, and the right community networks to propel your business forward.

Take the Next Step Towards Your Dream

Hub Navigator, Kenna Conklin

Don't let the journey of entrepreneurship feel isolating. The Metro Region Innovation Hub is your local partner, committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable entrepreneurial ecosystem in Oregon's Metro region.

Schedule a meeting with a Hub Navigator today and let us connect you with the support and opportunities you need to thrive.

Visit TalkToTheHub.com to get started.