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Marquis Who's Who Honors J. Scott Andrews, MBA, for Expertise in Business and Real Estate

J. Scott Andrews, MBA, recognized as the vice chairman of the Lundquist College of Business at the University of Oregon



Since 2019, he has served as the vice chairman of the Lundquist College of Business at the University of Oregon, playing a pivotal role in shaping future business leaders.

    PORTLAND, OR, June 25, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- J. Scott Andrews, MBA, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Andrews has established himself as a distinguished figure in commercial real estate, bringing to the table an extensive career that spans several decades. Since 2019, he has served as the vice chairman of the Lundquist College of Business at the University of Oregon, playing a pivotal role in shaping future business leaders. In addition to his current role, Mr. Andrews has been active as the principal of Melvin Mark Brokerage Company and as the co-chairman of HLC since 2018.

Prior to his current role, Mr. Andrews held other significant positions within Melvin Mark, a cornerstone in Portland's real estate landscape. From 2015 to 2018, he served as the president of Melvin Mark Brokerage Company, where he was instrumental in driving the company's strategic initiatives and expanding its market presence. This role was preceded by his leadership as president of Melvin Mark Properties between 1992 and 2015, during which time he oversaw substantial growth and diversification of the company's portfolio. Mr. Andrews began his career at Melvin Mark Properties as a real estate broker in 1978 after his two-year post as a clerk and customer representative at Pacific Power and Light in 1974.

The foundation of Mr. Andrews' success can be traced back to his academic achievements. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Oregon in 1974, followed by a Master of Business Administration in real estate finance from The Wharton School in 1978. These educational experiences equipped Mr. Andrews with a deep understanding of business practices and real estate finance, which have been instrumental in his professional journey.

Mr. Andrews' commitment to his profession is further evidenced by his active involvement in various industry-related organizations. He has served as a member of the board of advisers for the Elevate Inclusion Fund since 2017. His leadership roles have also included posts as the director at Capital Pacific Bank from 2014 until 2015 and the chairman of the Portland Development Commission between 2009 and 2015.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. Andrews has significantly contributed to civic and community organizations. He has served on the board of Portland Mall Management Inc. since 2006 and was a trustee for the University of Oregon Foundation from 2009 to 2017. Additionally, he chaired LifeWorks between 2006 and 2015 and the Portland Business Alliance for a year in 2005. Mr. Andrews was also the president and chairman of Sport Oregon from 1996 to 2001 and served a one-year period as the president of the Multnomah Athletic Club in 1994.

Mr. Andrews has been recognized for his significant contributions with numerous prestigious awards. Among them include the Liberty & Hope Award from the Oregon League of Minority Voters, which he earned in 2019. His efforts to revitalize Portland's downtown earned him the Downtown Champion Award from the Portland Business Alliance in 2018. Furthermore, Mr. Andrews' global impact was honored with the Global Business Award from the Oregon Special Olympics in 2016.

In his personal life, Mr. Andrews is passionate about golfing, skiing, and spending quality time with his grandchildren. Looking ahead, he is committed to continuing his work on addressing Portland's urban development issues and making the city a safer place to live. Among his current projects is co-chairing an initiative aimed at renovating key city landmarks to enhance downtown Portland's vibrancy and appeal. Through both his professional achievements and civic engagement, Mr. Andrews exemplifies leadership and dedication to improving his community.

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