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Portland Metro Chamber To Release 2026 State Of The Economy Report - 02/04/26

February 4, 2026

 

Portland Metro Chamber to Release 2026 State of the Economy Report 

 

Given high media interest in the upcoming annual release of the Portland Metro Chamber’s State of the Economy report, the Chamber would like to provide advanced notice that the report findings will be released on Thursday, February 12th.

 

The 2026 State of the Economy report, produced by ECONorthwest, will provide key data on the health of the regional economy, including analyses of regional migration, job growth, and Portland's positioning among its peer cities. In addition, the accompanying State of Downtown & the Central City report will provide an updated assessment of the central city’s economic health and progress. 

 

Please find details on the media release below:  

  • Monday, February 9th – A media advisory will invite members of the media to the February 12th Breakfast Forum event.

  • Thursday, February 12th  8:00 – 10:00 a.m. – Breakfast Forum event, at which the Chamber and ECONorthwest will present the findings of the 2026 State of the Economy report, as well as the 2026 State of Downtown & the Central City report. Media RSVP is required to help with set-up and space management. 

  • Thursday, February 12th 10:00 a.m. – A press release will summarize findings from the 2026 State of the Economy report and State of Downtown & the Central City report, including links to the web reports.  

 

To RSVP for the February 12th Breakfast Forum or to contact us with questions, please email Monice Wong, Media Relations Manager, mwong@portlandalliance.com.  

Portland Metro Chamber To Release 2026 State Of The Economy Report - 02/04/26

February 4, 2026

 

Portland Metro Chamber to Release 2026 State of the Economy Report 

 

Given high media interest in the upcoming annual release of the Portland Metro Chamber’s State of the Economy report, the Chamber would like to provide advanced notice that the report findings will be released on Thursday, February 12th.

 

The 2026 State of the Economy report, produced by ECONorthwest, will provide key data on the health of the regional economy, including analyses of regional migration, job growth, and Portland's positioning among its peer cities. In addition, the accompanying State of Downtown & the Central City report will provide an updated assessment of the central city’s economic health and progress. 

 

Please find details on the media release below:  

  • Monday, February 9th – A media advisory will invite members of the media to the February 12th Breakfast Forum event.

  • Thursday, February 12th  8:00 – 10:00 a.m. – Breakfast Forum event, at which the Chamber and ECONorthwest will present the findings of the 2026 State of the Economy report, as well as the 2026 State of Downtown & the Central City report. Media RSVP is required to help with set-up and space management. 

  • Thursday, February 12th 10:00 a.m. – A press release will summarize findings from the 2026 State of the Economy report and State of Downtown & the Central City report, including links to the web reports.  

 

To RSVP for the February 12th Breakfast Forum or to contact us with questions, please email Monice Wong, Media Relations Manager, mwong@portlandalliance.com.  

MEDIA ADVISORY: PORTLAND METRO CHAMBER TO RELEASE FINDINGS OF NEW POLL ON VOTER ATTITUDES — RSVP TO BRIEFING AND BREAKFAST FORUM - 01/13/26

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Contact:  

Monice Wong, Manager of Media Relations  
mwong@portlandalliance.com 

 

 

MEDIA ADVISORY: PORTLAND METRO CHAMBER TO RELEASE FINDINGS OF NEW POLL ON VOTER ATTITUDES — RSVP TO BRIEFING AND BREAKFAST FORUM 

 

Every fall, the Portland Metro Chamber partners with DHM Research to survey voters across the Portland metropolitan area, tracking public sentiment on key issues, like economic outlook, top priorities, quality of life, and trust in elected leaders. This research shines a valuable light on the electorate’s state-of-mind and highlights new potential opportunities for public policy.  

 

For its first Breakfast Forum of 2026 on Thursday, January 15th, the Chamber will share the results of this critical polling research. Panelists will discuss how public opinion is changing, what these changes mean, and what these trends foretell for the year ahead. 

 

Additionally on January 14th, the Chamber will hold a virtual briefing for members of the media where DHM Research will present the full report ahead of the Breakfast Forum. Information will be embargoed until Thursday January 15th at 10:00 a.m. 

 

Additional details below. Media are encouraged to attend both the briefing and the Breakfast Forum. Please RSVP with Monice Wong, Media Relations Manager, at mwong@portlandalliance.com.  

 

Media Briefing – January 14, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

  • WHAT: DHM Research will present the full results for members of the media, followed by a Q & A session. Information will be embargoed until Thursday January 15th at 10:00 a.m. 

  • WHERE: ZOOM LINK 

  • WHO: Members of the media are encouraged to attend to hear the full results presented by DHM Sr. Vice President John Horvick.  

Breakfast Forum – January 15, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. 

  • WHAT: Presentation and panel discussion on the 2026 State of the Electorate report. 

  • WHERE: Hilton Portland & Executive Tower, 921 SW 6th Avenue, Atrium Ballroom (2nd Floor) 

  • WHO: 

    

Portland Metro Chamber    

The Portland Metro Chamber was founded in 1870 and represents the largest, most diverse business network in the region. The Chamber brings together more than 2,200 members represented by dynamic and varied employers from around the region. Grounded in its mission to create opportunity and advance well-being for all who live and work in the greater Portland and SW Washington region, the Chamber envisions a healthy and resilient business ecosystem where we work together to increase collaboration in governance; engage community; increase civic leadership; and advocate for a vibrant, livable place for all. Learn more at PortlandMetroChamber.com.     

 

DHM Research   

DHM Research is an independent research firm that specializes in measuring the values and priorities that drive public opinion. Our research provides high-quality, objective information to help organizations and leaders make informed decisions about complex issues. Founded in Portland in 1977, DHM Research has decades of experience in polling, public policy research and how it can help shape communities. From our deep roots in the Pacific Northwest to the I-95 corridor at the heart of the East Coast, our clients trust us to provide meticulous analysis and nonpartisan insights. Learn more at DHMResearch.com. 

MEDIA ADVISORY: PORTLAND METRO CHAMBER TO RELEASE FINDINGS OF NEW POLL ON VOTER ATTITUDES — RSVP TO BRIEFING AND BREAKFAST FORUM - 01/13/26

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Contact:  

Monice Wong, Manager of Media Relations  
mwong@portlandalliance.com 

 

 

MEDIA ADVISORY: PORTLAND METRO CHAMBER TO RELEASE FINDINGS OF NEW POLL ON VOTER ATTITUDES — RSVP TO BRIEFING AND BREAKFAST FORUM 

 

Every fall, the Portland Metro Chamber partners with DHM Research to survey voters across the Portland metropolitan area, tracking public sentiment on key issues, like economic outlook, top priorities, quality of life, and trust in elected leaders. This research shines a valuable light on the electorate’s state-of-mind and highlights new potential opportunities for public policy.  

 

For its first Breakfast Forum of 2026 on Thursday, January 15th, the Chamber will share the results of this critical polling research. Panelists will discuss how public opinion is changing, what these changes mean, and what these trends foretell for the year ahead. 

 

Additionally on January 14th, the Chamber will hold a virtual briefing for members of the media where DHM Research will present the full report ahead of the Breakfast Forum. Information will be embargoed until Thursday January 15th at 10:00 a.m. 

 

Additional details below. Media are encouraged to attend both the briefing and the Breakfast Forum. Please RSVP with Monice Wong, Media Relations Manager, at mwong@portlandalliance.com.  

 

Media Briefing – January 14, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

  • WHAT: DHM Research will present the full results for members of the media, followed by a Q & A session. Information will be embargoed until Thursday January 15th at 10:00 a.m. 

  • WHERE: ZOOM LINK 

  • WHO: Members of the media are encouraged to attend to hear the full results presented by DHM Sr. Vice President John Horvick.  

Breakfast Forum – January 15, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m. 

  • WHAT: Presentation and panel discussion on the 2026 State of the Electorate report. 

  • WHERE: Hilton Portland & Executive Tower, 921 SW 6th Avenue, Atrium Ballroom (2nd Floor) 

  • WHO: 

    

Portland Metro Chamber    

The Portland Metro Chamber was founded in 1870 and represents the largest, most diverse business network in the region. The Chamber brings together more than 2,200 members represented by dynamic and varied employers from around the region. Grounded in its mission to create opportunity and advance well-being for all who live and work in the greater Portland and SW Washington region, the Chamber envisions a healthy and resilient business ecosystem where we work together to increase collaboration in governance; engage community; increase civic leadership; and advocate for a vibrant, livable place for all. Learn more at PortlandMetroChamber.com.     

 

DHM Research   

DHM Research is an independent research firm that specializes in measuring the values and priorities that drive public opinion. Our research provides high-quality, objective information to help organizations and leaders make informed decisions about complex issues. Founded in Portland in 1977, DHM Research has decades of experience in polling, public policy research and how it can help shape communities. From our deep roots in the Pacific Northwest to the I-95 corridor at the heart of the East Coast, our clients trust us to provide meticulous analysis and nonpartisan insights. Learn more at DHMResearch.com.