If we're talking about the Portland PD, I don't know how much of this is true, but if it is it's scary to think about. Police and the people are supposed to work together, one serving the other (police serving the people). How did things get to this?

What’s the difference between what the PEVC and DDV teams of PwC do? Other than the fact that PEVC is in strategy& and DDV is in PwC consulting

What are yalls thoughts on how your professional network should be structured? Is it better to have a massive network of people you kind of know or a smaller one with stronger connections?

What are your thoughts on the Vacheron Constantin Fiftysix Self Winding? I am thinking about getting it to reward myself for a milestone.

Bud Light seltzer >>> Whiteclaws. It’s really no contest in my mind.

An opportunity has risen that I will be getting a promotion from Manager to Director. I am a senior employee and historically have gotten anywhere from 5.5% - 10% raises in the past. What would be an appropriate promotion to director percentage raise? I am happy where I work and don’t want to go anywhere, but also want to be respected in a role with more responsibilities.

Anyone from agency side who prefers brand side? How are pay and work life balance different?

We need to appreciate what we have in this country.


Had an Uber driver from Congo and he reiterated how people don’t understand how much we have in this country and how grateful he is just to be here driving Uber’s.

He sends money back to his mom, wishing he could bring her over everyday. Needless to say I left him a massive tip. Grateful to live in such a great place

What happens when.... we're still doing distance learning in the fall... and the parents go back to work????

Anyone from Technology Consulting Platform advisory practise?
Need some advise urgently. Please DM

I joined FIL in June 2022. I don’t think I’ll be eligible for any sort of increment. But, any idea how much would be my bonus ? My variable pay in OL is 1.70 Lac, and my feedback has also been amazing.

What is the average pay for a Senior Consultant equivalent at Bridgespan?

If you had/have a career coach, how did you know they were the right fit for you?

Looking to update my resource list. Anyone have any solid recos for audio mnemonic composers/music houses in the U.S.?

Open to any and all budget ranges.

Any in from CGI working for shell client???

How do you deal with some mild sexism at a startup that has no real HR?

Mild as in there’s just passing comments about me, I’m the only woman on the team, I’m steamrolled a ton in conversation and generally made to feel stupid/awkward. I’m fairly outgoing and outspoken as well, never felt this way at ANY company before.

Anyone have a good entertainment lawyer that they'd recommend? Looking for someone that also deals with discrimination and workplace ethics.

Is anyone interested in connecting over coffee?

Oregon vendors needed

Is anyone in Portland conservative? What is it like for you being there? I get along with just about anyone, but seems pretty hostile towards non-liberal folks from what I've seen

Anyone have a good (and not exorbitantly expensive) accountant? My taxes have gotten more complicated than TurboTax and I can handle this year

Where my Portland Advertising people at??

Is moving from Seattle worth it? I've heard the freeze is still in affect in Portland but I'm more worried about prices. I WFH mostly and pull down like 120k a year, Seattle is getting crazy expensive rent wise and crazy full. I'd like to find somewhere new but stick to the PNW.

What’s up Portlandians, still enjoying the warm sept?

Happy week of Christmas! How are we doing with last minute shopping?! I haven’t started 🤔

Any opinions about Thesis as a creative?

Got a date with a girl I've admired for a while this weekend, where should I take her? Best romantic/fun date spots, ideally with great food or near great food. She has no dietary restrictions as far as I know. Thanks

Moving to Oregon from California in about a month. I don't know anyone in the city. Any suggestions on activities/cool sights to see?

Hello PDX Ad folk! Moving back to Portland after 6 yrs away doing the NYC LA circuit. I'm currently a freelance Strategy Director, are there shops in Portland hiring freelancers into the New Year? Landing in January so looking to get connected to the right agencies ahead of my move. Thanks all!
(Connections & Creative Strat)

Anyone have any connections with Portland General Electric? I am a design technician that works remotely on pole replacement jobs (designing, creating construction drawings, estimating) based in California. My 6 month contract will be up with my company soon and I am looking for a better salary (I currently make ~$48k/yr). This is my first job in this field as I graduated from UP in 2020 and it took a while to land a "professional" job due to the pandemic.

Anyone have a recommend for a seasonal depression light? There are lots of options and I would prefer one that turns on in the early am hours.

Anyone want to be my +1 to a screening of Avatar 2: The Way of Water? 12/15 @ 6pm Progress Ridge?

What’s the best or worst place to work in Portland right now?

I’m looking to move to the Portland area. Would love to connect with a head hunter or recruiter. I have 15 yrs experience in advertising and marketing—agency and in-house. CD level for past 5 years. Im currently making 175k base. Is this a reasonable salary at most shops for a CD or Dir. of Marketing role?

What are the top tools/resources to be familiar with as a strategist? Meant to be a broad question...maybe you're surprised more people aren't aware of them...

Anyone looking to start a junior copywriting gig?