Portland Outstanding Women in Business / Women Who Mean Business

Overview

Portland Business Journal’s Women of Influence / Outstanding Women in Business honors recognize standout women leaders in the Portland metro area for professional achievement, community impact, and leadership. It is run by the Portland Business Journal (part of The Business Journals), which gives it strong local business-media credibility and recurring annual coverage of finalists and honorees. Companies and nominees pursue it for visibility, employer branding, and networking with the Portland business community.

Eligibility Requirements

• Women leaders in the Portland metro/business community
• Nominations submitted through Portland Business Journal during the 2026 cycle