OPEN EVERYDAY
262 SE MAIN ST.
PORTLAND, OR 97214

About Us 

Our community needs more than places to eat and drink — it needs spaces where people can belong, connect, and thrive. Businesses require partners that fuel growth and economic health, while individuals seek experiences that inspire joy, wonder, and love. By serving as a vibrant hub for connection and creativity, we meet these needs and create lasting impact for our neighborhood and beyond.

 Where Vision Meets Expertise

At our core, we believe that a gathering place can be more than just a business — it can be a heartbeat of the community. Our mission is to cultivate a welcoming space that strengthens bonds, supports prosperity, and creates unforgettable experiences. By showing love in every interaction and creating moments of wonder, we build an environment where people feel connected and inspired.

Our vision is to fuel growth for our local community, our partners, and our team by serving as a vibrant hub where culture, creativity, and care come together. Through collaboration with businesses, inclusive events for every demographic, and a relentless focus on customer experience, we aim to create lasting impact that extends beyond our walls.

We invite our community, partners, and supporters to join us in shaping a space where connection thrives, love is shared, and growth is possible for all.



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Michael Morrow
Co-Founder | Visionary & Brand Architect

Michael Morrow is the creative force and long-range visionary behind WonderLove. As Co-Founder, he leads brand identity, experiential design, and the overarching creative direction of the property—shaping WonderLove into more than a venue, but a fully immersive ecosystem where art, culture, entertainment, and community collide.

Michael is a proud Oregon native who bleeds orange—growing up immersed in Oregon State athletics and later designing the iconic OS logo for the university. He went on to graduate from the prestigious Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, where the school’s signature Orange Dot feels like fate.

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Joel Beaudoin
Co-Founder | Operations, Finance & Infrastructure 

Joel Beaudoin is the operational backbone of WonderLove. As Co-Founder, he oversees financial strategy, business development, and large-scale operational systems that keep the property running sustainably and efficiently. Joel’s expertise spans infrastructure planning, vendor and partnership management, and long-term growth strategy. His leadership ensures WonderLove is built on a solid foundation—financially sound, scalable, and equipped to support both day-to-day operations and ambitious future expansion.

Nathan Jenkins
Entertainment Director | Large-Scale Events & Production
Kayt Crow
Director of Operations | Administration 
Kaylee McClung
Events Manager
Jonny Wessels
Bar Manager
Seth Jones
Bar Lead | Trainer 

 

MISSION

Our mission is to cultivate a welcoming space that strengthens community bonds, supports prosperity, and delivers outstanding experiences. By creating wonder in everyday moments and showing love through genuine connection, we partner with businesses and creators to inspire growth, joy, and belonging.

 

VISION

We envision a vibrant hub where love is shown, wonder is created, and growth is fueled — a place where local community thrives, prosperity flourishes, and every experience leaves a lasting connection.