Oregon DOJ surrenders to settlement under pressure from Roy Jay’s attorneys

Writer: J.L. Ryan, Government & Justice – Washington D.C. (Part one of a continuing series) http://www.royjay.com/wp-content/uploads/AM-1410-News-Roy-Jay.mp3 After a lengthy 3 year investigation of chasing ghosts, the Oregon Department of Justice spent an estimated $1.6 million in taxpayer funds in an attempt to topple well known Portland, Oregon African American business entrepreneur, Roy Jay. DOJ spent hundreds of man hours on bogus leads and dead ends involving Jay’s nonprofit, Project Clean Slate which helped an estimated 10,000 individuals in the greater Portland area over a 10 year period expunge criminal records, convert traffic fines to community service, regain drivers licenses, assist...

Let’s Get Down To Business

Big personality entrepreneur has advice for the next generation Jay realizes that the struggle to succeed is indeed a difficult one because of his own tribulations. From hearing the whispers of doubt from his own community to even physical threats of violence against him, he’s been no stranger to the trials of achievement. Even-so, the Portland Daily Journal of Commerce two-time Newsmaker of the Year has managed to persist, and serve as an inspiration for those both inside and outside of the black community. Although an early career stop for was Jay hosting one of Portland’s premier radio shows, he...

Roy Jay Key To Maintaining And Growing Portland’s Share Of Burgeoning African-American Meetings Market

For twenty years, he has led the way and paved the way for many people of color in the convention and tourism industry. Roy Jay is an icon and expert. It was his savvy professional presence that put Portland, Oregon on the map in this niche industry. Jay is the type of convention industry professional that goes far beyond the normal 8 to 5 scenario. Those that know him understand that he has worked nonstop to help organizations have successful events. He has shown so many organizations and meeting professionals techniques on making money and saving money. Jay has always...

‘Your Voice, Your Vote:’ Convention Center hotel

Roy Jay, president of the Oregon Convention and Visitor Services Network, and Sandeep Kaushik, with Coalition for Fair Budget Priorities, join KATU’s Steve Dunn Sunday, March 23, 2014, to discuss who should pay to build a new hotel adjacent to the Oregon Convention Center. View the Video Now...

GOLF ASSOCIATION AND STUDENTS THANK ROY JAY

Portland business icon, Roy Jay served as Master Of Ceremonies for Leisure Hour Golf Club annual dinner and awards ceremonies held last Saturday evening at Holiday Inn at Portland Airport. Jay is president of the African American Chamber of Commerce and was instrumental in helping the Western States Golf Association secure a five figure grant for their organizations regional events which will be held in Portland for three consecutive years. According to Keith Edwards, LHGC Chair Emeritus, this is the first time in the history of the association that they have ever received a grant. One of the missions of...

A Used Car May Cost You Three Times The Purchase Price

“We Finance Anyone The Law Allows” A familiar slogan from heard at many used car and some new car dealerships from coast to coast.  Realizing that the economy is starting a slow recovery, the amount of available credit has increased but maybe not in the conventional locations. The confessions of a used car salesman tells some experiences that many people may not really understand or were aware of.  Some of the biggest profit is made in the secondary credit finance business. Interest on secondary credit, like car financing, is paying some investors double digits while your local bank could only...

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