Oregon Tourism Commission (Travel Oregon)

Present Duties

A tall, white building with many windows under a clear blue sky. The building has a classic architectural style with decorative cornices and appears to be in an urban setting. — The Spalding Building in SW Portland is the home for the Oregon Tourism Commission.

Travel Oregon is semi-independent and led by a nine-member governor-appointed commission. They employ 70 staff members responsible for the stewardship of the state as a travel destination for domestic and international visitors. Functions include advertising campaigns, publications, research, grants, destination development, community enrichment initiatives and managing the state’s Welcome Centers. Travel Oregon works with local communities, industry partners, government agencies and private businesses to implement its 10-year strategic vision. The agency ensures broad economic impact throughout the state by partnering with Oregon’s Regional Destination Management organizations in the state’s seven tourism regions.  Agency Website