Monique Claiborne Cardwell
President and Chief Executive Officer @Greater Portland Inc
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WORK HISTORY
President and Chief Executive Officer @Greater Portland Inc
Portland, OR, US
Lead the Portland region’s public-private economic development organization, focused on regional promotion and competitiveness to attract business investment, quality jobs, and economic opportunity.
EDUCATION
UCL
Master's Degree, International Public Policy
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business
Bachelor's Degree, Finance
ABOUT MONIQUE CLAIBORNE CARDWELL
I am a mission-driven executive with a track record of turning around organizations, aligning diverse stakeholders, and delivering measurable results in economic development, business recruitment, and touting the competitiveness of the Portland region.As President & CEO of Greater Portland Inc (GPI), I lead the region’s public-private partnership driving investment and job growth across Oregon and Southwest Washington. Since taking the helm, I have transformed GPI into a high-performing, financially sustainable organization while spearheading bold initiatives like the $2.5M “Land of More” campaign, which positioned Greater Portland on the global stage.My leadership is rooted in building coalitions across the public and private sectors, including governors, mayors, state agencies, Fortune 500 executives, and community leaders, to deliver outcomes that grow regional prosperity. Central to this work is ensuring the creation of quality jobs that strengthen families, build community wealth, and expand opportunity across the region.Previously, I built a career in municipal finance, strategy, and government relations, equipping me to navigate complex policy, funding, and advocacy landscapes. This experience enables me to balance vision with execution — from closing major business deals to shaping statewide economic policy conversations.I am passionate about Oregon’s future and believe that bold leadership, strategic storytelling, and collaborative execution are the keys to driving inclusive growth and expanding access to quality jobs.
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