Shiketha Riley is a retired U.S. Army combat veteran, entrepreneur, and community advocate for homeownership and prosperity who is passionate about strengthening communities and creating pathways to opportunity. With nearly 30 years of military service, Shiketha brings a boots-on-the-ground approach to community engagement, she believes in showing up, listening, building relationships, and working alongside businesses and residents to help the community thrive. She brings extensive experience in leadership, outreach, relationship-building, operations, and connecting people with the resources they need to succeed.

Through her dedication to market research and data analysis, Shiketha has developed a strong understanding of how housing, local businesses, economic development, and community investment intersect to create stronger neighborhoods and build wealth. Her experience working with families, first-time homebuyers, business owners, and community organizations has given her valuable insight into the diverse needs, challenges, and opportunities throughout East Portland and strengthened her commitment to connecting people with resources that help the entire community thrive. She is passionate about helping connect residents to information, resources, and opportunities that contribute to long-term financial stability and community wealth.

Shiketha believes that thriving businesses and successful residents go hand in hand. She enjoys building relationships with local business owners, community organizations, and residents and finding ways to connect people, resources, and opportunities that strengthen the community.

Shiketha joined Historic Parkrose in 2026 and is excited to contribute her leadership, energy, and relationship-focused approach to the Historic Parkrose district. She is passionate about getting out into the community, learning from local businesses and residents, promoting the unique identity of Parkrose, and helping create a welcoming, connected, and prosperous community where businesses and residents thrive together.