SHO DOZONO

OCCUPATION: President, Azumano Travel

OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Teacher/Coach, Grant High School; U.S. Army

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: B.A. UW; M.A. Education, PSU

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Metropolitan Human Relations Commission, Governor's Task Force on Equality, Multnomah County Task Force on Aging

Why did 4,000 Portlanders sign Sho's petitions for Mayor?

Hands-On Community Leader Would Change City Hall

People call Sho “Mr. Portland” because of his lifelong commitment to Portland. Honored with The Spirit of Portland and Governor's Freedom Awards, Sho energizes his fellow Portlanders to tackle any challenge – like the Flight for Freedom post-9/11 and New Orleans mission post-Hurricane Katrina. A natural leader, Sho cares about results, not claiming credit. Dozens have recognized his leadership including the environmental group SOLV, Basic Rights Oregon, and the Cascade AIDS Project.

Strengthening the Economy, Creating Local Jobs

A successful business owner employing hundreds, Sho helped create good-paying jobs and boosted the local economy through his work as a Portland Port Commissioner, on Oregon's International Trade Commission, and in many other roles. He'll put his expertise to work for Portland's economy.

Spending City Money Wisely, Demanding Accountability From Government

“Sho is the responsible leader that Portland needs - with an uncertain economic future Sho will make sure that Portland's core services are covered. Sho's inclusive style will ensure all the voices of Portlanders will be heard.” - Mayor Tom Potter

Delivering Results for Portland's Schools

“Sho brilliantly focuses on real challenges, finding solutions, and getting results, while engaging citizens and community organizations. Sho's commitment to public schools is lifelong. Sho attended Buckman Elementary in Southeast and graduated from Cleveland High. His five children attended Portland's schools. Sho taught and coached at Grant High School before becoming a successful business leader. He spearheaded the historic 1996 March for Our Schools, bringing out 30,000 Portlanders and raising over 11 million dollars to save local teaching jobs. Sho would make a terrific Mayor.” - Cynthia Guyer, public school parent, founding executive director, Portland Schools Foundation

Read our positive message at www.shoformayor.com

(This information furnished by Sho Dozono for Mayor)