Dynamite Circle Chapter
Top Chapter
Portland, United States
The DC Portland Chapter has 7 active local members, largely in professional services, ecommerce, and marketing. The chapter has hosted 2 events this year and currently has 10 DC members in the city. With DC members already planning trips, the chapter is conveniently located near the DC Austin, New York, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Chicago Chapters.
Industry Focus
Professional Services & Industry Specific Consulting, Ecommerce & Amazon, SaaS & Tech, Marketing Agency
Chapter Activity
2 events this year
Aggregated from member profile industries in this chapter.
| Industry | Share | Revenue Range | Team Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ecommerce & Amazon | 29% | $600K | 8 |
| Professional Services & Industry Specific Consulting | 29% | $600K | 2 – 8 |
| Marketing Agency | 14% | $300K | 4 |
| Productized Services | 14% | $50K | 2 |
| SaaS & Tech | 14% | $10K | 4 |
Highest-revenue businesses among chapter members.
| # | Industry | Revenue | Team Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professional Services & Industry Specific Consulting | $600K | 8 |
| 2 | Ecommerce & Amazon | $600K | 8 |
| 3 | Marketing Agency | $300K | 4 |
This chapter has hosted 27 local meetups in the last 2 years.
Feb 19, 2026 - Portland, United States
Jan 15, 2026 - Portland, United States
Nov 20, 2025 - Portland, United States
Oct 16, 2025 - Portland, United States
Sep 18, 2025 - Portland, United States
Aug 21, 2025 - Portland, United States
Jul 24, 2025 - Portland, United States
Jun 19, 2025 - Portland, United States
Jun 17, 2025 - Portland, United States
Jun 10, 2025 - Portland, United States
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Are there any founders or entrepreneurs in Portland?
Yes. Around 10 founders and entrepreneurs are based in Portland, across industries like Professional Services & Industry Specific Consulting, Ecommerce & Amazon, SaaS & Tech, Marketing Agency.
What does the Dynamite Circle chapter in Portland do?
The Dynamite Circle chapter in Portland connects location-independent founders for local meetups, Juntos (curated roundtables), and informal coworking. DC members can see who is in the city, plan trips, and find trusted peers.
Can I join the Portland chapter?
Chapters are open to all Dynamite Circle members — once you're accepted into DC, you automatically have access to every chapter worldwide including Portland. To get started, apply to join DC.
Are there founder events in Portland?
Yes. The DC Portland Chapter has hosted 2 events this year, including meetups and Juntos. Check the chapter page for the latest event history and upcoming activities.
How active is the Portland chapter?
The DC Portland Chapter has an activity score of 86/100, making it one of the most active chapters in the Dynamite Circle network. The score reflects event frequency, member engagement, travel activity, and community size — higher scores indicate chapters where founders regularly meet, host events, and collaborate.
What is a top DC chapter?
A "Top Chapter" is a Dynamite Circle chapter that stands out for having a large base of local members, hosting global DC events, running regular meetups and Juntos, and attracting many visiting founders from around the world. The DC Portland Chapter earned this distinction thanks to its consistently high activity, strong local community, and popularity as a destination for DC members.
Does the Portland chapter have a Chapter Lead?
Yes — the DC Portland Chapter has 2 Chapter Leads. Chapter Leads are DC members who volunteer to help visitors get connected, organize local meetups and events, and serve as a point of contact for anyone new to the city. They help keep the chapter active and welcoming.
Can I visit Portland as a DC member from another city?
Absolutely. DC members visit each other's chapters all the time — you can see who's currently in Portland, plan your trip in the DC app, and join local events like the regular Junto (a structured roundtable typically held every third Thursday). Chapters are not exclusive to local members; visiting founders are always welcome.
What is Dynamite Circle?
Dynamite Circle (The DC) is a private community of location-independent entrepreneurs and founders, built around in-person connection and mutual support. The DC members include bootstrapped founders, agency owners, SaaS builders, and e-commerce operators from around the world.