We’re HERE.

Helping Portland-area businesses find the best Portland-based freelancers and independent consultants.

When business requires outside expertise, who do you call? The Portland area is rich with talent, but finding the right person can be time-consuming. Searching online isn’t easy. And it always pays to work with people you trust.

With no charge to your business and serving the Portland market exclusively, HERE is a better way to contract for professional services. Our network includes business advisors, marketers, technologists, strategists and more. When your project needs a hand, the help you need is HERE.

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The HERE Network includes the best Portland-based professionals working in…

  • Website Design and Development

    Branding/Marketing

    Illustration/Animation

    Events

    Copywriting/Grantwriting

    Photography/Videography

  • SEO

    Data Analytics

    Artificial Intelligence

    Business Communication Systems

    Software Design/Applications

    Business Strategy & Process

  • Strategy

    Organizational Development

    Workplace Wellness

    Leadership/Coaching

    Fundraising/Development

    Human Resources

    Bookkeeping/Accounting

    Legal Services

    Fractional Executives

  • Development Advising

    Community Engagement

    Site Selection

    Land Use Planning

    Visualizations

    GIS Analysis

    Permitting

    Leasing

    Finance

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From Our Clients

  • "I will never not use Kenny to hire talented freelancers."

    Kenny made it really easy to find the right person to help me with ADX Fest. We met a few times in person and then he matched me with three people — all amazing and I hired someone within two weeks. Seamless, efficient, and effective, while remaining authentic. -Kelley R., Owner

  • “Absolutely we'd work with HERE again.”

    When our workload spiked we turned to HERE. Kenny came back quickly with a lineup of talented local freelancers. The one we chose delivered exactly what we needed. -Traci G., Managing Director

  • “I was referred to HERE. It changed my world.”

    As a business owner of a small start-up, I felt overwhelmed trying to find consultants that I could afford. Kenny was personable, listened to my needs and connected me with the right people. HERE is an amazing resource and I have continued to recommend them to others. I feel Kenny and HERE will stay with me for the rest of the journey.  -Marci D., Owner

  • “I'm proud to live in PDX and to use HERE.”

    It's been great to work with Kenny to find local audio recording and podcasting experts. I'm proud to live in PDX and love that Kenny is using his connections and energy to make it easier to find local talent. -Brian V., Owner

  • "An amazing and cordial matchmaker."

    My company had an urgent need for some accounting help. It was so easy working with Kenny, and he is so approachable. I have since been to one of his organized events and recommend those highly as well. -Peter C., Owner

  • "I spent weeks reaching out blindly."

    HERE really is about being here--it's a focus on connecting to and supporting our local communities while striving toward mutual success. I spent weeks blindly reaching out to financial professionals to find someone who could support my business. One conversation with Kenny later and I'm now working with an accountant who shares my values and understands my business.  - Brandon L., Owner

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FAQs

things are a little different in HERE

  • HERE is an in-person, professional B2B matchmaking service for the Portland, Oregon market.

  • It’s not a staffing or recruiting service. It’s exclusively for self-employed freelancers and independent consultants seeking Portland-based clients. Our directory and service is proprietary and “offline.” Referrals are human-to-human.

  • We meet Portland businesses in person, every week. We learn who has services to offer, and who’s looking for service. When opportunities arise, we introduce HERE members to prospective clients, taking the headache out of the search for both parties.

  • If you’re working for yourself in the Portland metro, offering one or more B2B services, you’re practically a member already. The only other requirement is an in-person meeting with HERE.

  • There’s no substitute for IRL when getting to know someone new — all the more when professional referrals are involved. It’s also more enjoyable than virtual meetings, and since we’re all in the Portland region, it’s practical and easy enough.

  • Unlike HERE consultants and freelancers who have to balance business development with running their businesses, we spend every hour networking and connecting with Portland professionals and business owners. Client leads come from the large HERE network, from referrals, and from relationships forged through 25 years of working in the region.

  • When a HERE introduction results in a contract, the service provider pays HERE a modest commission.

  • Click this link and fill out a very short Project Starter survey. We’ll be in touch within a day.

  • HERE is both a community and a referral network. It’s a way to strengthen Portland’s independent businesses and our creative economy. That’s why there are no membership fees, no algorithms, and no plans to grow beyond Portland. Bringing people together in business, community and friendship - that’s where I find joy.

Serving for-profit and nonprofit businesses and organizations in greater Portland including southern Clark County

 

Working independently in the Portland metro?

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Then coffee. That’s it.