A Home for Black Entrepreneurship and Innovation
At the heart of the Williams & Russell site will be a 30,000 SF, Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) building—The Black Business Hub. This visionary space will uplift Portland’s Black entrepreneurs by offering affordable retail, office, and collaborative space to grow, connect, and thrive.
What’s Included:
Affordable commercial space for Black-owned businesses
Offices for community-based organizations
Event and collaboration spaces
Located in a historically Black economic district
Designed by and for the community it serves
Why It Matters:
This site once thrived as a center for Black business, culture, and soul. The Hub is a declaration: we’re not just returning—we’re building power.
Call to Action (Audience: Black Business Owners, Nonprofits, Community Orgs):
Interested in being part of the Hub?
We’re currently connecting with Black business owners, service providers, and partners who want to bring their vision to life at Williams & Russell.