Attendees at a Mercatus event

Mercatus

Mercatus is a program built to support, celebrate, and connect Portland Metro’s BIPOC entrepreneurs. Its business directory highlights the products, services, and talent of diverse entrepreneurs. It also provides tools, resources, and connections to help businesses grow and thrive.

What does this program offer?

The Mercatus community provides business opportunities and resources including:

  • Mercatus Business Directory – a growing directory of Portland-based BIPOC-owned businesses
  • My People’s Market – the marketplace of the future featuring Mercatus businesses, in partnership with Travel Portland
  • Mercatus Connect – access to job listings, contracts, and procurement opportunities with over 100 companies committed to equitable sourcing
  • Mercatus Meetups – quarterly events for connection and networking

Business woman

Connect with us

Check out the Mercatus Business Directory or learn more about a Mercatus membership.