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Apr. 09, 2019 | news releases

Metro’s Visitor Venues: Economic driver and employer of thousands

Portland’s most prominent visitor venues, operated by Metro, contributed $773 million to greater Portland’s economy in 2018, according to a report by Crossroads Consulting. The report said the Oregon Convention Center, Portland Expo Center, Oregon Zoo and Portland’5 Center for the Arts combined for 1,435 events, collectively which translated to $773 million in spending, 7,310 jobs and $27.7 million in tax revenue.

OCC renovation accessibility Craig Stroud Ryan Harvey sustainability

Mar. 22, 2019 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center improves accessibility with addition of Level 1 Connector

The Oregon Convention Center’s $39 million renovation is well underway and recently completed its first phase. A major part of Phase 1 involved a structural change to the first and largest level of the venue that may not be immediately noticeable. Among the public spaces of the Center, a passageway was constructed to connect the North and South sides to improve accessibility for guests.

Earth Hour World Wildlife Fund sustainability

Mar. 19, 2019 | sustainability news

Oregon Convention Center to “switch off” in solidarity with global Earth Hour campaign

Earth Hour is a global World Wildlife Fund (WWF) campaign that aims to bring attention to the effects of climate change and spark conversations about the dangerous decline in global biodiversity. People are asked to take a stand for a sustainable low carbon future by switching off lights at homes and businesses for one hour each year.

OCC staff Diversity Equity Inclusion Dr. Markisha Smith Metro Craig Stroud

Mar. 19, 2019 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center staff invests in creating safe and welcoming spaces

When we talk about creating safe and welcoming spaces in our communities, local businesses and organizations need to follow through and do the real work it takes. Having adequate policies and procedures, combined with regular diversity, equity and inclusion training are key to advancing these goals.

pacificwild catering Chef Allan Wambaa Dave Woodman Ryan Garalde

Mar. 11, 2019 | pacificwild news

Oregon Convention Center and pacificwild Catering welcome Chef de Cuisine Ryan Garalde to the culinary team

Born and raised in the Philippines, Chef de Cuisine Ryan Garalde and his family moved to Portland in 2018. In the short time since then, he has served as the Executive Sous Chef at The Hoxton Hotel and the Chef de Cuisine at Bamboo Sushi, a member of the Sustainable Restaurant Group.

“I am delighted to welcome Ryan to the pacificwild team at the Oregon Convention Center as our new Chef de Cuisine,” says Executive Chef Allan Wambaa. “He will work with our talented staff to create wonderful, tasty dishes for our customers to enjoy!”

LEED U.S. Green Building Council Metro Craig Stroud Matthew Uchtman Ryan Harvey sustainability

Mar. 08, 2019 | sustainability news

Oregon Convention Center achieves LEED Platinum recertification

The Oregon Convention Center has been recertified as a LEED® Platinum building by the U.S. Green Building Council — the highest of the USGBC’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design standards and an internationally recognized benchmark for sustainable building practices. OCC is one of only two convention centers in the United States to hold that distinction and continues a Portland tradition of achieving the highest levels of sustainable practice.

Cindy Wallace Portland Business Journal Craig Stroud

Mar. 05, 2019 | news releases

Oregon Convention Center Director of Sales and Marketing recognized as regional influencer by Portland Business Journal

Congratulations to the Oregon Convention Center’s Cindy Wallace on her recent recognition as a woman of influence by The Portland Business Journal (PBJ).

For the past 16 years PJB editorial staffers recognize and celebrate women across the region who are making an impact, cultivating change and bringing the community together. A nominee is considered an established business leader with a strong record of innovation in her field, outstanding performance in her business and/or a clear track record of meaningful community involvement.

Daily Journal of Commerce convention center hotel OCC renovation Hyatt Regency Portland Colas Construction Metro

Feb. 27, 2019 | press

Oregon Convention Center project proceeding

By Sam Tenney, DJC Oregon

A major project to upgrade the Oregon Convention Center is under way and on pace for completion at the end of this year to coincide with the opening of the 600-room Hyatt Regency hotel one block to the north.

The $39 million renovation will modernize public areas of the 30-year-old structure, providing an enhanced guest experience while establishing better connections to entries and improving wayfinding for hotel guests and transit users disembarking from the adjacent MAX platform.

KGW-TV OCC renovation sustainability Craig Stroud Metro

Feb. 27, 2019 | press

Oregon Convention Center recycling 110 tons of old carpet

By Keely Chalmers, KGW-TV Environmental Reporter/Meteorologist

The old dated carpet being torn out of the convention center as part of a $39 million renovation project

Move over PDX carpet. There's another carpet in town that is creating quite a buzz.

It's the old dated carpet being torn out of the Oregon Convention Center as part of a $39 million renovation project.

But you won't be able to purchase a piece of it or find it made into furniture. It is, however, being used for a good cause.

OCC renovation Hyatt Regency Portland Craig Stroud Portland Business Tribune

Feb. 15, 2019 | press

Renovation connects convention center with nature

By Stephanie Basalyga, Portland Business Tribune

Oregon Convention Center $39 million project focuses on updated looks inside and out

While construction of a new 600-room Hyatt Regency Portland hotel may be grabbing the most attention in the city's Lloyd district, another project is quietly taking place nearby.