CONTRIBUTORS

Brand Strategist

Hailei Aberson-Holford

Hailei Aberson-Holford advises the team on company message and customer experience.

CEO & Editor in Chief

John Washington

John Washington leads Flossin with decades of knowledge, experience and an abiding love for the Black community. He is also the host of the Black Beat Podcast Show.

Fawn Aberson

Fawn Aberson helps drive the publication and organization’s innovative approach to surround sound marketing.

Associate Writer & Copy Editor

Michele Darr

Michele Darr is a longtime writer and editor who brings her passion as a human rights and social justice warrior to assist staff in reinforcing the restorative justice narratives.

Alexander Gebreab works with small business owners by providing tools for stability and growth.

Jurell Scott

Jurell Scott supports small businesses with their marketing needs. He’s also a freelance photographer, and founder of Photoshoot Jay LLC.

Jacob Rousso

Jacob Rousso brings his expertise in audio engineering & Photography to help his team capture compelling stories and events.

Ron Smith brings a wealth of skills in all things technology. His contributions help the organization with IT consulting and full media integration.

Spencer Gifford

Spencer Gifford works with the team to provide AV and event technical support.

Writer U.S. Senator

Ron Wyden

U.S. Senator Wyden is a retired educator serving as a senior U.S Senator from Oregon, a seat he has held since 1996.

Writer Governor Tina Kotek

Governor Tina Kotek is a member of the Democratic Party who served eight terms as a State Representative from the 44th district of the Oregon House of Representatives before becoming the current, and 39th Governor of the State of Oregon.

Art Director & Design Layout

Jamaal Hale

Jamaal Hale is a designer and founder of Good Green, a creative studio that specializes in graphic design, print, ideation and more. hello@goodgreenpdx.com

Writer Alexander James

Poet and Pastor, Alexander James, is a passionate, South LAborn artist. His forthcoming debut book: JUST BE HONEST will be released this summer 2023.

Writer Kimberly S. Moreland

Kimberly S. Moreland is a Community Historian, and owner of Moreland Resource Consulting LLC. She has over 30 years of experience documenting and interpreting the Black history of Oregon.

Writer Daniel Barrick

As an observer of the profoundities and absurdities of life, Daniel Barrick, aka MC Noisemaker, is a writer and digital creator with a flair for avant garde expression.

Writer Eric C. Hunter

With more than 25 years of leadership experience in the healthcare field, Eric C. Hunter is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Care Oregon.

Writer Rosa Colquitt

Ms. Rosa Colquitt is a lifelong community organizer and coalition builder. She currently serves as the State Party Chair of theDemocratic Party of Oregon.

Writer Bryson Davis

Bryson is Counsel at PNW Business Law in Vancouver, Washington. His practice involves advising and representing forprofit and nonprofit clients in a broad range of business issues from formation to sale.

Investing in the Soul of Portland since 1977

The Soul District is here to support your small business:

The Soul District Business Association is a 501(c)3 nonprofit membership organization that promotes the economic and business development of inner N/NE Portland. Established in 1977, we are one of the oldest and largest business districts in the city, housing approximately 5,000 businesses and 64,000 residents within our geographical boundaries. Call or visit the Soul of Portland: (503) 841-5032

Corporate Office: 6607 NE MLK Jr. BLVD Portland, OR 97211

Our Goal

The Soul District Business Association continues to promote and advocate for growth and opportunity, representing over 5000 diverse businesses in the N/NE Portland community.