CFE 40th Anniversary Gala and 2025 Excellence in Family Business Awards

Schedule

Thu Oct 09 2025 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm

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Location

Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront | Portland, OR

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Join us for the Center for Family Enterprise 40th Gala & 2025 Family Business Awards—an evening of celebration and recognition!
About this Event

Celebrate 40 Years of Excellence in Family Business
The Center for Family Enterprise 40th Anniversary Gala & 2025 Excellence in Family Business Awards

Join us for a special evening as the Center for Family Enterprise celebrates 40 years of supporting and honoring family businesses at Oregon State University. This year’s Excellence in Family Business Awards will be held in conjunction with our 40th Anniversary Gala, creating one unforgettable night of recognition, reflection, and celebration.

📅 Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront | Portland, Oregon

The evening, themed “40 Years of Excellence: Legacy and Continuity,” will bring together the family business community to honor exceptional companies, connect with industry leaders, and commemorate four decades of impact.

🎉 Enjoy:
• Networking Reception
• Silent Auction
• Special Guest Speakers
• Dinner

We are proud to welcome our current and former directors who have shaped the Center’s legacy and will share reflections during the program:
Ted A. Paterson, Sherri Noxel, Mark Green, and Pat Frishkoff

Whether you’ve been part of the journey or are just joining us, we invite you to celebrate this milestone with us.

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Where is it happening?

Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront, 1401 Southwest Naito Parkway, Portland, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Oregon State University College of Business

Host or Publisher Oregon State University College of Business

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