“ My name is Janice. I am a board certified anesthesiologist transitioning into a different business. I am excited and can't wait to get it going. My goal is to take my business to the multimillion dollar level. I want to others with the same goal. ”

“ Local Portland Metro I.T. professional and entrepreneur seeking to build my network of friends and associates. My current focus is on my new 501 (c) (3) non-profit foundation called Agains All Odds Restoration Foundation. Visit us at www.aaorf.org ”

“ Hello, All! I like LAUGHING, writing, editing, languages, live music, gym'n it, singing, salsa dancing, happy hour, walking in the rain ('cause often times here in Vancouver we have no choice), and reading (sometimes into) everything... ”

“ I have just started my own business for the first time, and I am looking for 50 associates in expanding a new wireless company that has just launched in the U.S. This is a great opportunity for me to be at the ground floor of this lucrative company. ”

“ My name is Gail and I am the mother of 1 amazing human boy and 1 amazing boy with paws. I'm definitely a home body and want to learn Korean for my son. Honestly, I don't know what type of group to join. I'd like to join various groups. ”

“ Spend time sharing ideas, networking with other small business women, and building friendships. ”

“ Hi I am 26 years old, single, college educated, and I am here to meet new people, gain a wider social network, and open my mind to new books. I enjoy reading, traveling, hanging out with friends, and occasionally going out dancing. ”

“ 30-year old, single, but in a relationship, female, looking for people with common interests to hang out with. Somewhat shy and quiet at first, which can make it hard to meet and make new friends. ”

“ Hello, I'm Edmund. I'm new to Portland, five months. Would like to meet and get involed with like minded people. I'd like to find a cribbage group, folks who play cards, people who like to play backgammon or penete. In nicer weather I play golf. ”

“ Hey all! I'm Kita, and i'm HOME... no more middle east for me! I am so excited about being able to join some of the meetups now that I'm back, can't wait to meet everyone. take care! ”

“ Hello, would love to network with other people who are interested in the same things as I am ”

“ Real Estate Broker with RE/MAX Signature Properties, been in R.E. seventeen yrs. Worked in the Restaurant business ten yrs., chef and owner, graduate of S.F.Culinary Academy. Moved to Portland in 2002 from Bay Area, CA. Love outdoors & Portland! ”

“ Hello everyone, my name is Clay Harding. I am a born and raised Portlander. I am a home business owner of a company that allows me to get paid every time someone pays a telecommunication bill. I am looking forward to have the chance to meet everyone. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'd like to help reduce feelings of isolation among people of color, especially biracial people, in Oregon. I enjoy talking about the biracial experience, including growing up, friendships, dating and marriage. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it's always nice to network with other African Americans ”