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About Foray Business Group

Portland & Vancouver's
Trusted Financial Partner

We're more than bookkeepers — we're strategic partners invested in your success. Built on a belief that every business deserves clarity, confidence, and a team genuinely in their corner.

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"Small and medium-sized businesses deserve the same level of financial expertise as large corporations — just tailored to their unique needs and budget." — Elizabeth Bergen, Founder & CEO
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Our Story

Where It All Began

Foray Business Group was founded on a simple belief: small and medium-sized businesses deserve the same level of financial expertise and strategic guidance as large corporations — just tailored to their unique needs and budget.

What started as a vision to provide better bookkeeping services has evolved into a comprehensive business advisory practice. We've grown from serving a handful of local Portland businesses to supporting companies throughout the Pacific Northwest and across the nation.

Today, Foray Business Group is a CAAS-certified practice with an experienced team of professionals dedicated to one mission: transforming financial data into actionable insights that drive business growth.

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Our Mission

Why We Do What We Do

We exist to empower business owners with the financial clarity and strategic guidance they need to make confident decisions and achieve sustainable growth.

We believe every business owner should have access to accurate, timely financial information presented in a way that's easy to understand and act upon. No jargon, no confusion — just clear insights that help you run your business better.

By combining technical expertise with genuine care for our clients' success, we create lasting partnerships that go far beyond traditional bookkeeping relationships.

Foray Business Group Mission
Mission-DrivenYour success is our success

Our Core Values

These principles guide every decision we make and every interaction we have with our clients

Client-Focused

Your success is our success. We tailor our services to your unique needs and are genuinely invested in helping you achieve your goals.

Integrity

We operate with complete transparency, honesty, and ethical standards in every aspect of our work. Your trust is our most valuable asset.

Excellence

We hold ourselves to the highest professional standards and continuously invest in education and training to deliver exceptional service.

Collaboration

We believe in true partnership — working alongside you and coordinating seamlessly with your other advisors for comprehensive support.

Proactive

We don't wait for problems to arise. We identify opportunities and potential challenges early, keeping you one step ahead.

Education

We empower you with knowledge, helping you understand your finances so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

What Makes Us Different

We're not your typical bookkeeping firm — here's what sets us apart

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Strategic, Not Just Tactical

We don't just record transactions — we analyze trends, identify opportunities, and provide strategic recommendations that drive real profitability and growth.

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Deep Local Expertise

Based in Portland-Vancouver, we understand the unique tax laws, regulations, and business landscape of Oregon and Washington. We speak your language and know your market inside out.

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Industry Specialization

Our team has deep expertise in construction, trades, law firms, and professional services. We understand the nuances of your industry and provide solutions built specifically for it.

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Responsive & Accessible

No black holes or delayed responses. We pride ourselves on quick turnaround times and being available when you need us — not just at month-end.

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Technology-Forward

We leverage the latest accounting technology and cloud-based systems to give you real-time access to your financial information from anywhere, at any time.

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True Partnership Approach

No long-term contracts or lock-ins. We earn your business every single month by consistently delivering value and exceeding expectations.

Credentials & Certifications

Our commitment to excellence is backed by industry-leading certifications and ongoing professional development

CAAS

Certified Practice

Client Accounting Advisory Services

QB

QuickBooks ProAdvisor

Advanced Certification

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Years Combined Experience

Deep expertise across our team

CPE

Continuous Education

Always learning and growing

Meet Our Team

Experienced professionals who genuinely care about your success

Our team brings together decades of combined experience in bookkeeping, accounting, business advisory, and industry-specific financial management. We're not just number crunchers — we're strategic thinkers, problem solvers, and partners who are invested in your success.

Elizabeth Bergen, Founder & CEO of Foray Business Group

Elizabeth Bergen

Founder & CEO

"I founded Foray to give growing businesses access to the financial clarity and strategic partnership that used to be reserved for large corporations."

With over 15 years of experience in bookkeeping and business advisory, Elizabeth built Foray Business Group from the ground up with one goal: to be the financial partner she wished every business owner had access to.

As a CAAS-certified practitioner and QuickBooks ProAdvisor, she specializes in helping business owners transform their financial operations into strategic assets — and in making complex financial concepts genuinely understandable.

CAAS Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor 15+ Years Experience Portland-Vancouver Expert
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Experience the Foray Business Group difference. Schedule a free consultation to discuss how we can bring financial clarity and strategic guidance to your business.

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