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About Monique Cardwell 

Greater Portland Inc

President & CEO

Economic Development Leadership

With more than 20 years of experience in economic development, global marketing, finance, government affairs, and public-private partnerships, Monique Cardwell is a respected leader in driving regional growth and investment. Selected after a national search, she became President & CEO of Greater Portland Inc. at a pivotal moment, stabilizing the organization, rebuilding stakeholder confidence, and strengthening its role as the region’s economic development leader.

Expertise in Public-Private Partnerships

Monique has built a reputation for bringing together business, government, and community leaders to advance shared economic priorities. Drawing on deep relationships throughout Oregon’s legislature and state leadership, she has secured strategic funding, fostered high-impact partnerships, and successfully navigated complex policy environments to deliver results.

Driving Regional Impact

Under Monique’s leadership, GPI has expanded Greater Portland’s national and global visibility through business recruitment, international partnerships, and strategic marketing initiatives. Her work has helped attract investment, support job creation, and strengthen the region’s long-term economic competitiveness and prosperity.