Portland Loves IEEE

Why Choose Portland for Your IEEE Event?

Updated Mar. 21, 2023 2 min read

The short answer: It’s amazing. The longer answer: Portland is a one-of-a-kind place that offers one-of-a-kind experiences. With tax-free shopping; a vast culinary landscape; nearby destinations (think wine country and Mount Hood, for starters); and the Oregon Convention Center (the largest convention facility in the Pacific Northwest); it’s easy to see why our city was named one of the best places to visit in the world.

6 Reasons to Meet in Portland

Great Value — and Values: With no sales tax or food and beverage tax, Portland lets you stretch your budget while delegates indulge. We’re also big on saving the other kind of green, with a natural commitment to sustainability, inclusion and ethical practices.
Spacious, Beautiful (and Sustainable!) Convention Center: The Oregon Convention Center (OCC) became the nation’s first LEED-certified meeting facility in 2004, then upped its game by going LEED Platinum in 2014. The OCC offers 255,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit space, 50 meeting rooms totaling 55,000 square feet and two ballrooms totaling 60,000 square feet.
Happy Planner, Happy Delegates (and Lots of Them): You’re already a hero (or a heroine); meeting in Portland will catapult you to super status. The city’s welcoming culture and famous food scene will delight delegates, and Travel Portland’s here-when-you need-us service keeps planners smiling.
Hotel Package That Keeps Getting Better: With an enviable collection of boutique and big-name hotels, Portland’s hotel package is experiencing a big growth spurt. We are also very excited to announce the opening of the Hyatt Regency Portland, directly across from the Oregon Convention Center!
Award-Winning Transportation: Portland has the nation’s best airport — and getting around gets even better when you step outside and experience our convenient, easy-to-navigate transit system that includes light rail, streetcars and the original mode of transport: walking.
From Food to Beer, Taste It All: Portland is well known for its award-winning food scene. The best way to savor Portland’s most iconic dishes? One bite at a time. And enjoy a tasty microbrew along with it: Portland is the craft beer capital and home to 70+ breweries. (No wonder we call it “Beervana!”)

Ready to Learn More and Book Your Event?

Please contact Shawna Wellman, CMP, CASE

Shawna Wellman, CMP, CASE
National Account Director – Since 2004
Office: 503-275-9754
Mobile: 503-260-7210
shawna@travelportland.com

Key Market Segments: Groups with 250+ peak room nights
Vertical Markets Regardless of Region: IEEE, International, Religious
Affiliations: PCMA

Food

“Food” in Portland can mean so many things, and there’s always more delicious exploring to be done — from food carts to farmers’ markets (and award-winning restaurants, of course), the Portland food scene is an eclectic culinary haven.

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Portland Beer and Breweries

Portland is the craft beer capital and home to 80+ breweries. (No wonder we call it “Beervana!”)

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Shopping in Portland

A local’s comprehensive guide to finding all the best Portland stuff. You'll find it all tax-free, from handmade items and vintage stores to designer goods.

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Transportation

Portland transportation options include efficient public transit, miles of bike lanes, ride-share services and pedestrian-friendly city streets. Getting around the City of Roses is easier than you think.

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Where to Stay

Those looking to learn where to stay in Portland have plenty of options, from glamorous, high-rise hotels to cozy homes embedded within Portland’s many neighborhoods. Lodging options throughout the city are as plentiful as they are unique.

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