🗣 All those working in (or adjacent to) the tourism industry in Oregon: we need your feedback to help shape the future of tourism in our great state. ✍ Oregon's Tourism Industry Partner Survey is your chance to tell us about the impacts and issues that matter most to you: economic growth and business resources; destination management and stewardship; workforce investments and training; tourism infrastructure, increasing diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in our industry; and more. Your feedback will help Travel Oregon and regional partners determine strategic direction, make funding and programmatic decisions in marketing, grants, tourism-related infrastructure, visitor management and more. 💲The survey is offered in both English and Spanish and everyone who completes it within the next 10 days will be entered to win a $500 Visa Gift card. 🙏 Thank you for responding to this important survey by October 10 and sharing it with your network. https://lnkd.in/gsRtJjVz

# Travel Oregon

## Hospitality

### Portland, OR 7,949 followers

#### A better life for all Oregonians through strong, sustainable local communities that welcome a diversity of explorers.

## About us

Do you have a passion for Oregon, an appreciation of the unpredictable and somewhat maverick nature of this place we call home? Working for Travel Oregon is much more than a job. It is a life less ordinary, an eternal quest for the next farm-to-table meal, powdery slope, coastal sunrise, or cultural experience. Collaborating with stakeholders and partners to align as stewards of Oregon, we work to optimize economic opportunity, advance equity, and respect the ecosystems, cultures and places that make Oregon … Oregon. We are committed to a vision of Oregon that is a welcoming destination where tourism drives economic prosperity, benefits the natural environment, and celebrates rich, diverse cultures.

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http://www.traveloregon.com
External link for Travel Oregon

- Industry
- Hospitality
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Portland, OR
- Type
- Government Agency
- Specialties
- Destination Management, Destination Development, and Tourism Marketing

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Portland, OR 97204, US


## Employees at Travel Oregon

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### Mo Sherifdeen

#### Brand, Content & Digital Strategy | Transforming travel inspiration into economic growth | Director of Integrated Marketing, Travel Oregon

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### Kevin Wright

#### Vice President, Brand Stewardship at Travel Oregon

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### Scott Youngblood

#### Empowering Hospitality and Stewardship in Portland, Oregon

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### Allie Gardner

#### Purpose-driven writer, editor and communications strategist who believes in the power of impactful storytelling to drive positive change


## Updates

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Travel Oregon is proud to be a funding partner and project advocate of the James Beard Public Market. And today, I had the honor of joining Senators Wyden and Merkley, Representatives Blumenauer, Bonamici and Salinas, Mayor Wheeler, members of the Schlesinger family, JBPM board members and many, many champions as JBPM Executive Director, Jessica F. Elkan, unveiled the home for this new Portland and Oregon attraction. The James Beard Public Market will be a community-focused space, dedicated to honoring the legacy of James Beard (a native son of Oregon and the “Dean of American Cookery”) by celebrating the best of Oregon’s food and culture. The market, which will include 40 new small businesses (and create an estimated 200 new jobs), and will encompass a teaching kitchen, event space, restaurant, bakery, fish market, butcher, cheese shop, wine merchant, local farm stalls, prepared foods, bookstore, and fast casual dining, will be a place where Oregonians and visitors alike can connect with local food producers, chefs, and artisans. The market will be a medium to connect visitors to the bounty of Oregon that’s found in every region of our diverse and magnificent state.

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We're looking forward to celebrating the spirit, heritage and flavors of Oregon's Indigenous communities in honor of Native American Heritage Month at The Allison Inn & Spa this weekend. The weekend kicks off with a Celebration of First Foods Dinner on Friday, Nov. 1 where guests will enjoy the rich tradition of Indigenous culture and the exceptional talents of Native chefs, who infuse the stories of first foods into every bite. An Indigenous Marketplace + Reception on Saturday, Nov. 2 will feature Native vendors selling handmade crafts, artwork and more. We'll sip wine and beer from Native winemakers and brewers, as well as neighboring Willamette Valley wineries, and enjoy small bites while taking in live cooking demonstrations from renowned Native chefs. Learn more and get tickets: https://lnkd.in/gJZWfqHq

## Native American Heritage Month: Indigenous Marketplace

### https://theallison.com

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The welcoming, accessible and inclusive experience of visiting Oregon begins the moment a visitor touches down at Portland International Airport. We're thrilled that arriving just got easier for visitors with hearing aids or cochlear implants. In addition to a hearing loop system at the Oregon Welcome Center at #PDX, visitors with hearing impairments will now enjoy crystal-clear communication in the baggage claim area.

Customer Experience & Program Management Professional | Accessibility Advocate | Cultivating Employee Culture & Community Engagement

Exciting news for Portland International Airport (PDX)! We’ve just installed counter hearing loop systems at our north and southinformation booths in baggage claim (near baggage carousels 4 and 7) and customer service podiums at baggage carousels 2, 3, 7, and 8—arguably several of the busiest areas in the airport. This technology will make it easier for passengers with hearing aids or cochlear implants to communicate with our staff by delivering clear, amplified sound. A huge thank you to Travel Oregon for installing the first system at PDX, paving the way for more accessible communication. We also want to acknowledge #AARP for their generous grant, which made this project possible. At PDX, we’re always working to make travel easier and more inclusive for everyone. If you or someone you know could benefit from this technology, be sure to check it out next time you’re at the airport! #PDX #AccessibleTravel #InclusiveTravel #AARP #TravelOregon #HearingLoop #CustomerExperience

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We couldn't be prouder of Mo Sherifdeen and Travel Oregon's incredible Integrated Marketing team for winning Best Content Strategy in the 2024 Content Marketing Institute Awards. Thank you for everything you do to educate and inspire visitors and to promote the remarkable experiences that make Oregon a welcoming and inclusive destination for all. 👏 👏 👏

Mo Sherifdeen started his career journey at Travel Oregon as a self-described “pixel pusher.” But as the digital opportunities for tourism marketing grew, so did Mo’s vision. He led a unified approach to content and marketing that won Best Content Strategy in the 2024 Content Marketing Awards. Mo credits the organization’s marketing success to its focus on building trust through consistent, inspirational, and educational content. Read the full story: http://spr.ly/6044qTMMr

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📢Calling all Sponsors and Exhibitors! Don't miss this opportunity to get your business or organization in front of more than 600 travel and tourism industry professionals at the annual Oregon Governor's Conference on Tourism. 📆April 14-16, 2025 📍Portland, Oregon at the Convention Center As a sponsor or exhibitor, your support allows us to provide the best attendee experience and education. And gives YOU the chance to grow your networks, elevate your brand and connect with industry partners and thought leaders from all over the state. If you're interested in becoming a sponsor or exhibitor at the 2025 Oregon Governor's Conference on Tourism, please email events@traveloregon.com. Don't wait, space is limited and expected to sell out! https://lnkd.in/g9-6TPXm

## 2025-ORGC-Sponsor-Exhibitor-Guide.pdf

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📣 Save the date! Travel Oregon is thrilled to welcome Oregon's tourism industry to Portland for the 40th annual Oregon Governor’s Conference on Tourism, April 14-16, 2025, at the Oregon Convention Center. Whether you're new here or a long-time veteran, the conference provides valuable educational content and an opportunity to gather together as an industry. ⏰ Registration will open in mid-January with a special early-bird price. 🌟 Tourism Industry Achievement Award nominations are due December 6. ✍ Scholarships available! Applications due January 24. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gHwjGvgK https://lnkd.in/gAYCnpNR

### We'll see you in 2025!

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There's so much to love about the newly renovated Portland International Airport (PDX), not the least of which is the airport's commitment to Oregon's local businesses. We spoke with Kaitlin Hunter, Sr. Manager of Concessions for the Port of Portland, about her team’s efforts to curate a local food, beverage and retail program — and how the Port’s commitment to shared prosperity benefits visitors, residents and small businesses in the Pacific Northwest. Read the full Q+A here: https://lnkd.in/g6J_kDw7

## Shared Prosperity at the New PDX

### industry.traveloregon.com

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🌲 Working for Travel Oregon is much more than a job. It’s a passion for the state, an appreciation of the sometimes unpredictable, always spectacular place we call home. It’s a quirky sense of humor, the pursuit of a life less ordinary, an eternal quest for the next farm-to-table meal, powdery slope, coastal sunrise or cultural experience. But, above all, it’s working to optimize the impact of tourism on the state’s economy by providing visitors with authentic, high-quality Oregon experiences. 🌊 Travel Oregon is currently hiring Coordinators to support the agency's 10-Year Strategic Vision. There are three open positions, one on each of these teams: Destination Stewardship, Regional-Based Services and Communications. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gKXhBgVs

## Careers

### industry.traveloregon.com

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🌏 Join leaders from the global travel industry in a virtual forum this Friday, September 27, for 24 Hours of Travel Innovation in celebration of World Tourism Day. 💡 Presented by Destination Think, this event focuses on sustainability and innovation, featuring keynotes, panels and case studies (including several from Oregon) where industry experts share insights and solutions that can drive responsible tourism forward. 🌟 100 Travel Innovations is a global showcase of solutions tackling our biggest environmental and social challenges. Get inspired by innovations from all corners of the world and discover groundbreaking ideas for responsible tourism that foster climate resilience and cultural preservation. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/gRCU38ur #WorldTourismDay #100TravelInnovations #oregontourism

## Event | Travel Innovations

### innovate.destinationthink.com