CHARLES LEWIS

OCCUPATION: Non-Profit Executive Director

OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Former small business owner; Habitat for Humanity; Peace Corps

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: University of Portland , B.A.; Harvard University , Kennedy School of Government, Masters in Public Policy

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Ombudsman Associate, Mayor Vera Katz; Intern, Senator Mark Hatfield

PERSONAL: Married, new father

Creating Jobs, Watching the Bottom Line

“Charles doesn't just talk about fiscal responsibility, he lives it. As a business owner and non-profit executive director, Charles knows how to create jobs, make payroll and provide important services while keeping a close eye on the bottom line. In these tough economic times, that's more important than ever and one reason we support Charles.”

Judy O'Conner, Northwest Oregon Labor Council/AFL-CIO

Innovative Solutions and the Determination to Get the Job Done

“Charles has proven expertise creatively solving problems with limited resources. When budget cuts eliminated music from many schools, Charles took action. With just a dream and a credit card he founded Ethos Music Center , which now serves over two thousand deserving children, has 78 employees and a budget of nearly a million dollars. That's the kind of innovation and determination we need.”

Annette Mattson, Board Member, David Douglas School District

Tireless Dedication to Schools and At-Risk Youth

“Charles has demonstrated he knows what it takes to improve our schools and keep kids on the right track. His non-profit provides a well-rounded education to thousands of children and an alternative to the streets, drugs and violence that might otherwise rob them of their future .”

Jonah Edelmen, Executive Director, Stand for Children

The Right Experience and a Dedication to Public Service

Charles grew up in poverty, the son of a single mom who struggled to make ends meet. He went on to Harvard, and rather than cash in, came back to Portland to give back to the community. He has the background we need: business and non-profit experience with a commitment to public service.

Dedication. Innovation.
Experienced Leadership over a Lifetime.
Charles Lewis for Portland City Council 

www.charleslewis.com
503-616-2655

(This information furnished by Friends of Charles Lewis)