Event Description: Bend Venture Conference (BVC) takes place in beautiful downtown Bend and creates a high level of entrepreneurial activity and energy. For over two decades, BVC has served as a pillar of Central Oregon’s robust entrepreneurial culture that has transformed the small timber community into a mecca for startups....
Event Description: The BVC Networking Reception brings together a robust and diverse entrepreneurial community from across the Pacific NW and beyond. For a who's who in the area, you can't beat the relationship building opportunities this event has to offer. If you are short on time, and can't carve out...
EVENT DETAILS: This Year End Entrepreneurship Celebration is a three part event that includes a Networking Reception, followed by the Awards Ceremony and wraps up with an After Party. The event will celebrate a range of entrepreneurial activity taking place throughout Oregon and is a great keynote event to attend...
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Connection driven meet up event that is designed to provide a bit of pitching, with a healthy serving of networking and entrepreneurial community development. The event headlines local entrepreneurs and consists of 5 minute pitches, food and drink and the opportunity to meet network contacts that can really...
Event Description: Pitch, Please is a monthly event hosted by OEN offering founders and entrepreneurs the opportunity to showcase their 5-minute pitch virtually or in person at select events throughout the state. Following the pitch, regional thought leaders will ask questions and provide feedback to help strengthen pitches for when it’s time for...
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Monthly events hosted by North Bank Innovations that feature a local founder who gives a short presentation about their company. Prior to the feature, there is coffee, light snacks and fantastic Vancouver, WA based networking with founders and support organizations. NETWORKING | LOCAL IMPACT | IN-PERSON WHO SHOULD...
Event Description: Join the Oregon Bioscience Incubator for an evening of dinner, drinks, and smart competition. Whether you roll in with friends or show up solo, you’ll be placed on a team of four or fewer to keep things fair and fun. Expect classic pub-style trivia covering a wide range of...
Event Description: This month’s HubTalk centers women who are leading businesses and institutions across the Gorge. These are founders, executives, and operators who carry responsibility for hiring, investment, growth, and long-term direction. NETWORKING | LOCAL IMPACT | IN-PERSON Register Now! Who Should Attend: This HubTalk is designed for founders, business...
Competition Info: The Beaverton Startup Challenge 2026 is now open for applications. Submissions will be accepted from March 6 through March 27. This year, the committee is seeking high-potential companies that have achieved early validation or traction. If you are building momentum and are ready to accelerate growth through early-stage investment and...
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Monthly events hosted by North Bank Innovations that feature a local founder who gives a short presentation about their company. The event has a podcast feel, with a healthy dose of networking piled on top. Prior to the feature presentation, there is coffee, light snacks and fantastic Vancouver,...