09/01/2026
⚠️ Scam Alert for Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce Members⚠️
I wanted to make fellow Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce members aware of a scam that recently targeted my business.
I received an email from someone using a Gmail address and the title "Business Executive," offering to sell a list of over 1,000 Chamber member contacts. After I responded, a second email arrived from a different domain containing pricing information and a payment link. The cost was listed as $299.
When I expressed skepticism, they immediately offered a 50% discount and encouraged me to make a purchase.
After doing some research, I found that the company behind the offer does not appear to be legitimate. The website appears to exist solely to create the appearance of a real business, and the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce does not sell member contact lists in this manner.
I declined the offer, reported the emails as spam, and did not engage further.
Please be cautious if you receive similar emails. If something seems suspicious, verify it directly with the Chamber before responding or making any payment.
Stay safe and help spread the word.
