Portland Mayoral Candidate: Eileen Brady

OPB, Think Out Loud:

This month, we're talking with the front-runners in the Portland mayor's race ahead of the May 15 primary. This time, we'll hear from Eileen Brady. She's best known as the co-founder of New Seasons Market, a local supermarket chain she started with her husband and a group of their friends. The Chicago native got into the race in June of last year and has since raised more money than any other candidate.

Before she got involved with starting New Seasons, Brady was vice president of food and farms at the conservation organization EcoTrust. She also served as vice chair for the state's Health Fund Board. The board recommended legislation on a wide range of issues, much of which passed in the 2009 session. Her campaign has largely focused on her business credentials, garnering her a prominent endorsement from the Portland Business Alliance (PBA).

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