Driving Inclusion Through Education

Serving Oregon & SW Washington

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BDI is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization

Our Mission

Empowering economic growth and fostering inclusion for small and diverse businesses through education and collaboration of small businesses, business inclusion practitioners, and public and private organizations.

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Who We Serve in Oregon & SW Washington

  • Minority-Owned and Woman-Owned Businesses
  • Emerging Small Businesses
  • Veteran-Owned Businesses
  • LGBTQ-Owned Businesses
  • Procurement Practitioners (individuals, organizations)
  • Private Sector Firms
  • Public Agencies
  • Chambers of Commerce, Trade Organizations
Non-Profit and Non-Government Entities

BDI is committed to supporting small businesses through education and networking. Our primary focus is on serving state-certified small businesses (or those that are eligible) seeking to do business with State and regional government agencies. We bring small businesses, public agencies, and private businesses together through education, collaboration and networking.

This collaborative approach allows us to serve as a bridge, fostering connections between small businesses and government entities, while also assisting corporations in effectively implementing and managing equity initiatives within their organizations.

BDI Partners

Metro
Fortis Construction
Fortis Construction
Fortis Construction

Our Program Sponsors

Metro
Fortis Construction
Fortis Construction
Fortis Construction
Fortis Construction
Business Diversity Institute Portland Oregon