Mac Prichard's Blog

Catherine Van began her career in broadcast journalism, a path she’d long dreamed about. When the nonstop news cycle took a toll, she pivoted into nonprofit and corporate communications, bringing her commitment to storytelling and social justice. Years later, after returning from maternity leave at another organization, Catherine faced an unexpected layoff. By leaning on... Read more »

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More than 200 job seekers and community members filled Thesis Agency on Wednesday, Nov. 12, to discuss how to build a meaningful career.  Co-hosted by B Local PDX and Mac’s List, Meaningful Careers in Portland: Align Your Job with Your Values, brought together a full house of attendees, nine tabling organizations, and an expert panel,... Read more »

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Significant workforce changes have dominated recent headlines, from federal government layoffs and program funding cuts to the scaling back of DEI initiatives across industries. These shifts mean thousands of professionals are suddenly finding themselves needing to make quick career pivots, making the need for rapid career transitions increasingly common. Recent data shows significant workforce disruptions... Read more »

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Elena Hein, Director of Development at The Red Door Project, has built a career at the intersection of nonprofit fund development and community engagement. After years of cultivating relationships and contributing to meaningful missions, Elena faced an unexpected career shift when her previous employer closed. Through persistence, strategic networking, and leveraging her education and alumni... Read more »

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On Sept. 11, we hosted our third quarterly event of 2025 in partnership with Willamette University’s Atkinson School of Management. Almost 100 people gathered for networking and a panel discussion, “The Leadership Skills You Need to Succeed in Oregon’s Tough Job Market.” The evening began with a welcome from Leah Straley, dean of Graduate Admissions... Read more »

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Sometimes the path to your ideal career winds like the rivers you’re passionate about protecting. For Melanie Klym, a combination of strategic networking, professional development, and staying true to her values led her from private consulting to her current role as Northwest River Restoration Director at American Rivers. Her job search success story offers valuable... Read more »

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Meet Jontae Grace, a seasoned human resources professional with over a decade of experience. As an Employee Relations Specialist at Do Good Multnomah, a nonprofit supporting veterans experiencing homelessness, Jontae connects employees to vital resources that improve their work-life balance and well-being. Along the way, he’s gained valuable insight into navigating the job market, and... Read more »

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Meet Marsha Sanchez, the Community Energy Programs Communications Project Coordinator at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. In her work, Marsha connects people with the tools and information they need to better understand energy and its impact on their lives. She’s passionate about making complex topics easier to grasp — and helping others find their own... Read more »

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On May 15, we hosted our second quarterly event of 2025 in partnership with the University of Portland’s School of Business. More than 110 attendees gathered for networking and a panel discussion, “How to Get a Marketing Job in Today’s Uncertain Economy: Why Analytics Gives You an Edge. The evening began with a welcome from... Read more »

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Looking for a new job — or a new hire — feels a little different in 2025. And there’s a good reason why. While unemployment rates in Oregon, Washington, and across the United States remain relatively low, the labor market shows signs of change. The economy has cooled since its rapid post-pandemic recovery, and both... Read more »

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