Small Business Open House

Each year, Multnomah County and Metro host a premier networking event designed specifically for small businesses, COBID-certified firms, and local entrepreneurs.

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The 2027 Annual Small Business Open House is on Wednesday, February 10th, 2027 

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Past Events

Missed a previous Open House? Access the highlights below.

2026 Annual Small Business Open House

Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026 from 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Oregon Convention Center, Portland, OR Hall B

The 11th annual event brought together departments from Metro and Multnomah County. Metro Councilor Duncan Hwang (District 6) and Multnomah County Purchasing Manager Brian R. Smith kicked off another successful Small Business Open House.

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Key Highlights from 2026:

  • Breakout Sessions: Detailed walkthroughs of the Multnomah County Departments and Metro’s BidLocker.
  • Resource Room: Featured representatives from COBID and the .
  • Participation: Over 280 local small businesses and COBID-certified firms were in attendance

2025 Annual Small Business Open House

5 people from Metro and Multnomah County

Date: February 12, 2025 Location: Oregon Convention Center, Portland, OR

The 10th annual event brought together over 20 departments from Metro and Multnomah County. Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson and Metro Councilor Ashton Simpson (District 1) kicked off the event, celebrating a decade of connecting local small businesses with government opportunities. Attendees networked with project managers from the Oregon Zoo, Department of Community Assets, Parks and Nature, and the Department of Human Services.

Key Highlights from 2025:

  • Breakout Sessions: Detailed walkthroughs of the Multco Marketplace (MMP) and Metro’s BidLocker.
  • Resource Room: Featured representatives from COBID and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC).
  • Participation: Over 275 local small businesses and COBID-certified firms were in attendance
Last reviewed February 9, 2026