What are the reasons businesses belong to AOI?
First, Oregon companies belong to AOI because they want to “be in the room” when public policy is developed affecting their company. If a company wants to “be in the room” AOI membership is the best way to achieve that. AOI also provides access to legislative leaders, ways to influence public policy, and a variety of publications to keep business leaders informed of current issues. Second, businesses belong to AOI because they consider membership good business citizenship. Third, businesses belong to AOI because they support AOI’s mission and guiding principles. Fourth, AOI is Oregon’s only comprehensive network of business leaders. Businesses belong to AOI to gain access to other business leaders from all parts of the state and other industries. Fifth, businesses belong to AOI to take advantage of our low cost services.