We create win-win strategic partnerships between Portland creatives and Japanese businesses.
We want to build meaningful connections and a borderless business community between Japan and Portland.
”Evolving connections between the US and Japan are like sound waves rippling out, and UPLIFT acts as the amplification.
Katsu TanakaFounder of Uplift
Harmony, community, guidance: our values are inspired by the native symbol of the Orca, which traditionally acts as a guide to travelers in the Pacific Northwest.
We curate and produce a tailored inspiration tour and workshop to spark creative ideation. The tour offers an unique experience that features product, services and ideas from Portland that ignite creativity and innovation.
We connect our community of creative experts and business leaders to create new business opportunities.
Portland is like one giant creative agency. We work with a carefully curated local group of experts from a diverse range of professions.
