If you’ve been enjoying these weekly blog posts, as well as the various other centennial-themed efforts to celebrate 100 years here at the port, you’re not alone. The Port of Vancouver USA was recently awarded a top communications prize by the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA). In June, the port received the prestigious Award […]
The Congressional Medal of Honor Society is dedicated to educating our nation’s youth and the broader U.S. public about the values of courage, sacrifice, selfless service and patriotism embodied in the Medal of Honor and applying those values to our daily lives. On November 7, 1991, Vancouver hosted the Congressional Medal of Honor Society National […]
This week we present a centennial moment highlighting the longest-standing tenant at the Port of Vancouver. Great Western Malting has called the port home for more than 75 years. Below, port Environmental Project Manager Lisa Willis presents the company’s history, from Prohibition’s end to the overflowing Tap Room in a piece called, “The Thirsty Port […]
You pick the topic, but some of our favorites include trade, job creation, industry, freight, environmental stewardship and economic development. So far, all three commissioners have met with visitors within the port district, and there are more coffee events to come. Hoping for mornings filled with lively conversations, Port of Vancouver Commissioners Nancy Baker, Jerry […]