--- title: 'Missing the daily Black History Month tweets about Portland founders? Me too. Relive them.' date: '2020-03-03T21:34:51-08:00' type: post word_count: 6056 char_count: 43091 tokens: 7873 categories: - Founders - Oregon - Portland tags: - bhm - black - 'black history month' - 'built oregon' - Founders - history - month - 'stephen green' --- # Missing the daily Black History Month tweets about Portland founders? Me too. Relive them. I’ve really grown quite fond of this tradition that [Stephen Green](https://twitter.com/pdxstepheng) started. Where once a day, throughout the month of February, Stephen has taken the opportunity to highlight one black Portland business for Black History Month. And this year, it got even better. Because [Built Oregon](https://twitter.com/builtoregon) joined in. And because we got an extra day. Worried that you missed someone…? Well that’s why there are recaps. So let’s get to it, shall we? We shall. > Tomorrow kicks off [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) going to be dropping knowledge on Oregon black history, highlighting black owned businesses & introducing you to some of their stories. [\#WeOutHere](https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeOutHere?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/fZ0ykm68p9](https://t.co/fZ0ykm68p9) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [January 31, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1223296565906956290?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Kicking off day 1 [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) of covering OR black businesses with Sunflower Dental. Dr. Gyapong-Porter and her team have been serving smiles in [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) for almost a decade. Be sure to check out [@BuiltOregon](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) coverage as well. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#SupportBlackBusiness](https://twitter.com/hashtag/SupportBlackBusiness?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 1, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1223677122557796352?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Rolling into day 2 of [\#bhm](https://twitter.com/hashtag/bhm?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) to tell you about one of the newest event spaces in NE [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). @LouizaPdx gorgeous space and is centrally located on Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Check them out for your next event. [\#SupportBlackBusiness](https://twitter.com/hashtag/SupportBlackBusiness?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 2, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1224035751316246528?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 3 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). Check out Von's Moving & Hauling. They help people get stuff where it needs to go safely. As they say on their website "No job is too big, or too small."[\#SupportBlackBusiness](https://twitter.com/hashtag/SupportBlackBusiness?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#ShopBlack](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ShopBlack?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 3, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1224420063861596160?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 4 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brings us [@SpawnOnMe](https://twitter.com/SpawnOnMe?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). @Kahjahkins has been championing inclusion in gaming & [\#esports](https://twitter.com/hashtag/esports?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) for years. His latest podcast features [@Ruffin](https://twitter.com/Ruffin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) as they talk about the future of black storytelling in VR. [@shanselman](https://twitter.com/shanselman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@RussellLadson](https://twitter.com/RussellLadson?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 4, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1224795273244762113?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Sharing day 5 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) where we cover Oregon based black businesses with [@BuiltOregon](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). [@Jelanimemory](https://twitter.com/Jelanimemory?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) journey from NE [\#pdx](https://twitter.com/hashtag/pdx?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) to raising tens of millions of $ for his [\#tech](https://twitter.com/hashtag/tech?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) startup all lead him to this moment of launching a publishing company focused on kids. [@turoczy](https://twitter.com/turoczy?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 5, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1225075685749710848?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 6 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brings us Amber Starks founder of [@ConsciousCoils](https://twitter.com/ConsciousCoils?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). She fought for years to get the Natural Hair Act passed in the state of Oregon so that she could continue helping foster kids with their hair. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#NaturalHair](https://twitter.com/hashtag/NaturalHair?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 11, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1227058818674122752?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 7 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brings us to serial entrepreneur Len Allen and his wife Andrea who are all about making sure your swag is sustainable with their [@EcoVibeApparel](https://twitter.com/EcoVibeApparel?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brand and now you get your home swag too with their new biz Ecovibe Home. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/Fl9l7FvEUw](https://t.co/Fl9l7FvEUw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 11, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1227060214660120581?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 8 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brings us to one of [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) most talented creatives, Perez Westbrooks. You can find his work on t-shirts, sneakers & the side of buildings. He hit the PitchBlack stage this year in [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) and he is doing big things. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BlackArt](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackArt?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 11, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1227062762628476928?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 9 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brings us one of the country's most talented voices [@RedrayFrazier](https://twitter.com/RedrayFrazier?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). His 2017 [@TEDxPortland](https://twitter.com/TEDxPortland?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) performance brought out all the goosebumps. Come see him at one of his regular sets at [@albertarosepdx](https://twitter.com/albertarosepdx?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) in NE [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 11, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1227065225750470656?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 10 [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) reminds us that black women are the most underestimated group in the US. Chris Poole-Jones & her sisters of the [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) chapter of Delta Theta Sigma sorority turned an unwanted ex-gas station into one of the states greenest buildings > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 11, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1227068518622842881?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 11 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) takes us to Lane County where Bryan Harper is a former Duck & the 5th generation in his family to run the farm. > "most people ask, 'Who do you work for? > …I say, myself." Harper said, smiling. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#SupportBlackBusiness](https://twitter.com/hashtag/SupportBlackBusiness?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/t8JMtMaNWh](https://t.co/t8JMtMaNWh) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 11, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1227252592289312768?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 12 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brings us to the ever so talented [@jeremy\_okai](https://twitter.com/jeremy_okai?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). Some of his work is prominently featured currently at the [@PortOfPortland](https://twitter.com/PortOfPortland?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) airport. He is one of the long line of black artists who have called Oregon home over the last century. [pic.twitter.com/EdiXIw5fSJ](https://t.co/EdiXIw5fSJ) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 12, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1227709783534338049?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 13 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is for an iconic [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) biz. Anyone who grew up here knows that a trip to Lloyd Center was not complete without visiting Joe Brown's Carmel Corn. Now with new leadership, the brand will continue to serve kids for years to come. > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 13, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1228007577788616704?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 14 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is for my love of Oregon's oldest black-owned business Dean's Barber Shop & Beauty Salon. For over 65 years, three generations of the family have served customers in NE [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). I guarantee if you meet the owner Kaye you will love them as well. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/mzHlbFQQzh](https://t.co/mzHlbFQQzh) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 14, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1228379220901945345?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 15 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is all about creativity. [@stuckonaneyelnd](https://twitter.com/stuckonaneyelnd?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is an amazing illustrator who built [@iltopia](https://twitter.com/iltopia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) to tell more stories featuring black characters. Along the way he decided to pick up some [\#tech](https://twitter.com/hashtag/tech?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) chops & built his own [\#AR](https://twitter.com/hashtag/AR?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) app recently. [\#bhm](https://twitter.com/hashtag/bhm?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BlackInTech](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackInTech?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/67oA0GYCdN](https://t.co/67oA0GYCdN) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 15, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1228800417816969217?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 16 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is for [@themayoress](https://twitter.com/themayoress?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw), founder of @pregamemag. Her crew of coaches help founders around the US take their biz to the next level. See her dropping gems on her [@DigitalTrends](https://twitter.com/DigitalTrends?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) show or try a 1:1 coaching session to get your biz right [pic.twitter.com/VzbMAWmym7](https://t.co/VzbMAWmym7) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 16, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1229146037136216064?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 17 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Oregon's oldest African American church, Mt. Olivet Baptist Church. Their original location was in The Pearl (1907) before the KKK (you read that right) donated lumber to help them locate to the "right" side of town in 1921. > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 18, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1229572849876123648?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 18 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brings us to [@HeartandHustle\_](https://twitter.com/HeartandHustle_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). After a career in pro football Rashad turned his talents into a telling humanizing stories. His team of ex-athletes produce video/photography for brands like [@KingJames](https://twitter.com/KingJames?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Nike](https://twitter.com/Nike?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@NBA](https://twitter.com/NBA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) & [@NFL](https://twitter.com/NFL?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 18, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1229838857832525824?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 19 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is for > @storiesbimma after a decade working in the sportswear industry he realized the need to highlight diverse folks and the incredible careers they've been able to claim. His podcast tells their stories of grind & triumph. [pic.twitter.com/cCn24WchJh](https://t.co/cCn24WchJh) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 19, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1230157657039757314?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 20 [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is for Cornell AND Harvard grad Anyeley Hallova. Her [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) RE firm Project^ works on some of the greenest projects on the West coast. Their relationship based approach is changing the way communities interact with developers. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/oh6b0cvYrU](https://t.co/oh6b0cvYrU) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 20, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1230558499827929095?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 21 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brings us to community-focused hiphop artist & entrepreneur [@MicCapesRaps](https://twitter.com/MicCapesRaps?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). His 2019 album "Cold Blooded Vol One" gave us the unofficial theme song of [\#PitchBlack](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PitchBlack?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) "Paid In Full" featuring [@TheDraeSlapz](https://twitter.com/TheDraeSlapz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Check it out. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/INR8SLaYMs](https://t.co/INR8SLaYMs) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 21, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1230933450657431553?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 22 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is for the "Queen Of Alberta" aka Roslyn Hill. She is a [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) native (Vanport) & started buying & rehabbing properties on NE Alberta St in the early 90s. She still owns over a dozen properties in N/NE Portland today. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/cD6r5KDkGW](https://t.co/cD6r5KDkGW) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 22, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1231325350619009024?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 23 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brings us to Alexandros Eyewear. Started and run out of [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) their glasses are made in Greece by hand. Check out their story in the link below. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#SupportBlackBusiness](https://twitter.com/hashtag/SupportBlackBusiness?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 24, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1231750097970421761?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 24 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is for Philly native @woollybeanie. His [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) firm @THECOLLABPDX helps biz create content, manage social media & tap into new customer segments. Their work is as dope as the sneakers they wear while doing it. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/61PcEA2SiA](https://t.co/61PcEA2SiA) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 24, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1232037464706957312?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 25 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brings us to the home of cocktails such as the "Call Tyrone" & the "Miss Parker." [@AmalfisPDX](https://twitter.com/AmalfisPDX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Italian cuisine is spot on and the vibe is great. This is all thanks to 3rd generation owner Kiauna Floyd. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/tId2KTDzz7](https://t.co/tId2KTDzz7) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 25, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1232402777227194369?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 26 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) has us ask the question "How do you combine passion with your employment?" This question lead to the creation of Kenyatta Trice's firm, Trice Occupational Consulting Solutions. She helps folks plan for their next career. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/kf4LzHzCgA](https://t.co/kf4LzHzCgA) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 26, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1232758250082205697?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 27 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) brings us to the ever talented Abibat Durosimi, founder of [@TabibaStyles](https://twitter.com/TabibaStyles?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). Known around [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) for her amazing art + fashion event "Bloom Runway" with the 2020 version right around the corner during [@DesignWeekPDX](https://twitter.com/DesignWeekPDX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw). [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/1Ihv3LQtPR](https://t.co/1Ihv3LQtPR) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 27, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1233162150048223233?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 28 of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) takes us to [\#PitchBlack](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PitchBlack?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) winner, Damola Omotosho, who is a software engineer for [@Microsoft](https://twitter.com/Microsoft?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) but also runs [@SwyftStudios](https://twitter.com/SwyftStudios?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) where he makes apps. His most recent app is [@triviablack](https://twitter.com/triviablack?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) where you can challenge friends on topics of black history & culture. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/TtWJJUzxer](https://t.co/TtWJJUzxer) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 28, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1233412955640758272?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 29 and final one of [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) is for [@bynum4thewin](https://twitter.com/bynum4thewin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) state representative, [@FAMU\_1887](https://twitter.com/FAMU_1887?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) alum (Go Rattlers) AND owner/operator of 4 restaurants in the [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) region. She is building community, business and a legacy. [@OregonGovBrown](https://twitter.com/OregonGovBrown?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/Us4k0ItKht](https://t.co/Us4k0ItKht) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [February 29, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1233816738124439553?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) **BONUS** > The ever talented team over at [@HeartandHustle\_](https://twitter.com/HeartandHustle_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) decided to drop a dope [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) video featuring spots/people around [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) like [@DeadstockPDX](https://twitter.com/DeadstockPDX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@flyguyhuey5](https://twitter.com/flyguyhuey5?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@dopeinfluencer](https://twitter.com/dopeinfluencer?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) shop Influential Grooming and others. Check it out. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@Dame\_Lillard](https://twitter.com/Dame_Lillard?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/OXFOlJiCsw](https://t.co/OXFOlJiCsw) > > — Stephen Green (@PDXStephenG) [March 1, 2020](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG/status/1233910301398982656?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) What’s that? You need more. Say no more. Built Oregon has a bunch of consumer products focused folks to highlight, as well. > Day 1 [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – Paula Hayes, Founder & CEO of [@huenoir](https://twitter.com/huenoir?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Cosmetics. Paula founded & has built the company around a mission to change the face of beauty by putting multicultural women at the center of the modern beauty movement. [\#startup](https://twitter.com/hashtag/startup?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/OP4FBKUfA3](https://t.co/OP4FBKUfA3) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 1, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1223629460051615744?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 2 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – Elsy Dinvil, Founder of Creole Me Up. Raised in Jérémie, Haiti, she specializes in producing organic, allergen-free, healthy Haitian food products, catering services & teaching Haitian cuisine around PDX + she's a published author [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#startup](https://twitter.com/hashtag/startup?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/Djv1bPnpLM](https://t.co/Djv1bPnpLM) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 2, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1224004708089548801?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 3 [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – Chaunci King, Founder of Royalty Spirits. King became the 1st Black woman to operate a vodka company on the West Coast when she launched Royalty Spirits in 2014. Chaunci/Royalty are now launching CBD mixers as well [@miruvodka](https://twitter.com/miruvodka?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@rexwhiskey](https://twitter.com/RexWhiskey?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#startup](https://twitter.com/hashtag/startup?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/dN0TAKEp7K](https://t.co/dN0TAKEp7K) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 3, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1224353316525621248?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 4 [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – Andrea Wade, Founder of the [@HSyrups](https://twitter.com/HSyrups?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) . After a career working in a large school district, Andrea launched Honeybee Lemonade Syrups, which are all-natural syrups, free from preservatives and added sugars & seriously taste uh-mazing. [\#startup](https://twitter.com/hashtag/startup?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/RA9nqpKUMy](https://t.co/RA9nqpKUMy) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 4, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1224709010479370241?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 5 [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – [@jelanimemory](https://twitter.com/Jelanimemory?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw), CEO/Cofounder of [@akidsbookabout](https://twitter.com/akidsbookabout?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) a publishing company that makes kids books that matter, because kids are ready. \*Jelani is giving all 3 of their books by black authors to one of the people who retweet this post [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) cc [@PDXStephenG](https://twitter.com/PDXStephenG?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/VWsQrmPU78](https://t.co/VWsQrmPU78) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 5, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1225073610861109248?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 6 [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – Okon Udosenata, Roaster/Owner of Equiano Coffee in Eugene. Equiano Coffee specializes in sourcing small-farm, single-varietal coffees & Okon has built relationships with specialty coffee producers in Columbia, Brazil, Vietnam, & the Congo \*DRC) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/hI6Owv32xx](https://t.co/hI6Owv32xx) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 6, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1225437662837739522?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 7 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Mathilde Aurélien Wilson, Founder in 2016 she launched the cart Jouk Li Jou at [@PortlandMercado](https://twitter.com/PortlandMercado?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) to connect folks to French Caribbean cuisine, & led her to make her tasty tropical brew (Roselle/Ginger). It's so good. [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/dHwZsOctk4](https://t.co/dHwZsOctk4) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 7, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1225800400395108352?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 8 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – Geno Hill, Founder of Geno’s NW Underground Chili Powder. His unique chili powder blends found their way from his backyard to people's plates all over Portland. Follow to see where Geno & his great spices will be next [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/4LDUM12fxC](https://t.co/4LDUM12fxC) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 8, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1226174731314843648?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 9 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Chad Brown, Founder of [@SR\_RunsDeep](https://twitter.com/SR_RunsDeep?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – Inspired by a mix of art, design, fashion, humanity and fly fishing, Soul River is an outdoor lifestyle brand where urban meets outdoors. Chad also founded the incredible NPO [@TheSoulRiver](https://twitter.com/TheSoulRiver?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/XlDZPF4T0b](https://t.co/XlDZPF4T0b) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 9, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1226544161249091584?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 10 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Risa Regory, Founder of Amaree & Reese Jewelry. With a unique design aesthetic and vision, Risa creates beautiful one of a kind pieces. You can find her jewelry at various shops around PDX, and also at > [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/7VNdOzemce](https://t.co/7VNdOzemce) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 10, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1226885748147671041?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 11 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – Ian Williams, Founder of [@DeadstockPDX](https://twitter.com/DeadstockPDX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) . He's created & grown a sneaker themed coffee shop in Old Town [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) where the coffee is dope, conversations are nonstop, the customers are family, and a bit of community comes with every drip of coffee > [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/kcd5KuYEeZ](https://t.co/kcd5KuYEeZ) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 11, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1227247656151306241?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 12 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – Lee Hedgmon, Founder of [@thebarreledbee](https://twitter.com/TheBarreledBee?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – The hand crafted small batch, barrel-aged honey is amazing. Lee is also the co-founder of the [@shebrewpdx](https://twitter.com/SheBrewPDX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Festival, which features events that highlight female identified brewers & raises funds for [@HRC](https://twitter.com/HRC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/C4G3srSLU0](https://t.co/C4G3srSLU0) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 12, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1227616004777234432?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 13 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Kayin Talton Davis- Owner/Designer [@soapboxtheory](https://twitter.com/soapboxtheory?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Starting as an outlet while earning her mechanical engineering degree is now a full-time venture that sells cards,tote bags,T-shirts, etc adorned with illustrations of Black community & culture. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/hFRKUxy637](https://t.co/hFRKUxy637) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 13, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1227972826918834177?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 14 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Brings us to Oregon's first black winemaker, Bertony Faustin of [@AbbeyCreekWine](https://twitter.com/abbeycreekwine?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) . Abbey Creek processes, bottles and sells their wine direct via their North Plains winery (where hip hop, family & smiles welcome you) & soon at their PDX location [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/42GkZygIWG](https://t.co/42GkZygIWG) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 14, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1228331953931214850?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 15 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Mildred Winters, Founder of Mildred's Sweet Treats. She started cooking when she was 18 in Kosciusko, Mississippi and now delivers Southern deliciousness (desserts and baked goods) to cafes, restaurants, and catering events throughout [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/q7LQ7pCYwz](https://t.co/q7LQ7pCYwz) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 15, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1228718432943689729?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 15 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) David Jenkins, Founder of [@marieernst\_llc](https://twitter.com/marieernst_llc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) He founded the company around a passionate spirit and simple objective: to offer all-natural body care and sleep wellness while embracing a socially conscious business model. [\#PDX](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PDX?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/ha5U2pDupE](https://t.co/ha5U2pDupE) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 16, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1229085720431607808?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 17 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Ben Berry, CEO of Airship Technologies, which designs and manufactures clean-tech/long flight endurance drones that can stay in flight for up to 5 days because of their unique ability to use solar power. PDX [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/3nGyF97zGA](https://t.co/3nGyF97zGA) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 17, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1229440576119918593?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 18 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Tory Campbell, Founder/Steward of [@feltonandmary](https://twitter.com/feltonandmary?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) (& the entire Campbell family). Tory created a line of artisan sauces/rubs based off of the ones his grandparents, Felton & Mary Campbell, served at their former SE PDX restaurant. [\#familybusiness](https://twitter.com/hashtag/familybusiness?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/b74ttZVpw5](https://t.co/b74ttZVpw5) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 18, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1229788148055437313?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 19 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) – D'Wayne Edwards, Founder of @Pensole\_Academy Pensole has impacted/changed the entire apparel & footwear industry by giving talented young design students, regardless of socioeconomic background,an opportunity to learn from the industry’s best [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/oy76Csbc40](https://t.co/oy76Csbc40) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 19, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1230148283248463872?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 20- [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Biba Nzibra, artist and owner of Biba’s Gift, an African inspired doll making business. Her art pays homage to women, especially generations of African women in her family she grew up watching wrapped in garments woven of the colors of the earth [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/2aAL2ZPmiD](https://t.co/2aAL2ZPmiD) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 20, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1230508127990104065?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 21 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Kamelah (Mimi) Adams, Founder of Mimi’s Fresh Tees. Her passion for social justice and artistic design led her to create a line of shirts that, when worn, make sure others know who they are, and where they stand, without uttering a word. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/scmMsVhh5R](https://t.co/scmMsVhh5R) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 21, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1230873311015424002?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 22 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Inger McDowell-Hartye, Founder of [@withlovefrompdx](https://twitter.com/withlovefrompdx?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) . With Love allowed Inger to combine her passion for community and locally-made goods to grow the company that supports over 75(!) local small businesses [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/I50i8FaW3h](https://t.co/I50i8FaW3h) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 22, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1231259264317964288?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 23 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) George Johnson, Cofounder, Brewmaster at Assembly Brewing. George & cofounder Adam Dixon have created an approachable brewpub w/ good pizza & good beer in the Foster-Powell neighborhood with a touch of his hometown of Detroit via the wall murals.[\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/UqtOobaWwK](https://t.co/UqtOobaWwK) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 23, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1231636537248366592?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 24 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Tiffany Kirkpatrick, Founder Parker+Simonne. Tiffany taught herself to sew & now creates one of a kind designs that are made to be worn by all sizes and genders, & crafted from textiles she’s sourced from Africa, Guatemala, Mexico and beyond.[\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/wqN0rGMZJB](https://t.co/wqN0rGMZJB) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 24, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1231953379728904199?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 25 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Affouet Price , Owner/ Manager of Hibisbloom. Inspired from the West African cultural and social drink commonly known as Bissap, Hibisbloom comes in a ready to drink version and a concentrate for drinks & cocktail mixers. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/ZEkjb7Rg8x](https://t.co/ZEkjb7Rg8x) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 25, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1232325145462575104?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 26 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Johannah Hamilton, MS & Nicole Hams, PhD Founders of Melanin Minerals, which specializes in handcrafted beauty products such as bath bombs, sugar scrubs, lotions & similar items + a line with the added holistic benefits of CBD (cannabidiol) [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/7iHe0g7obL](https://t.co/7iHe0g7obL) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 26, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1232685940956549121?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 27 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Cole Reed, who founded greenHAUS gallery + boutique with her wife, Dayna. In addition to featuring Cole's custom artwork and furniture, they support local companies by showcasing a plethora of local artists & makers in the space. [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/ZXuOkTUOlm](https://t.co/ZXuOkTUOlm) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 27, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1233044761549819904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 28 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Ayomide Nikzi, who, with her husband Kian, founded The Portland Chocolate Laboratory (+ Milieu in Sellwood). Their chocolate is a marriage of Heaven + Earth, a combo of botanicals+premium cacao- an experience they call: Chakralot [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/IBi0YZI8sD](https://t.co/IBi0YZI8sD) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 28, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1233409812404195328?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) > Day 29 – [\#BlackHistoryMonth](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BlackHistoryMonth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Stephen Green, Dir of Ops at @Pensole\_Academy , Founder [\#PitchBlack](https://twitter.com/hashtag/PitchBlack?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw), Cofounder/Treasurer [@oregonpubhouse](https://twitter.com/oregonpubhouse?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [@BuiltOregon](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Board Member & a tireless voice for underestimated founders/makers. He would never highlight himself for [\#BHM](https://twitter.com/hashtag/BHM?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) so we will [\#thankyou](https://twitter.com/hashtag/thankyou?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/rx65V9uybn](https://t.co/rx65V9uybn) > > — Built Oregon (@BuiltOregon) [February 29, 2020](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1233783835810091008?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) And while I only captured the Twitter feed, [Built was also sharing on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/builtoregon/). What’s that? You want more daily stuff? Well, March is Women’s History Month. And Built Oregon is sharing amazing women founders on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/BuiltOregon/status/1234172428789506049) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/B9My9Vzh5T5/), all month. *\[Full disclosure: I am the cofounder of Built Oregon.\]* - - - - - -