Lunch and Learn with Jane Boutwell
Giving a Great Elevator Pitch
Giving a Great Elevator Pitch
with Jill Lam and Jim Giacobazzi of Plus Point Consulting Building the Foundation to Support a Great Company – Advice from Two Experienced Financial Consultants
with Miguel Mendez – European VC Landscape
Crowd Funding Strategies in Science and Healthcare w/ Molly Lindquist. Registration required.
with Claire Celeste Carnes of Providence Ventures. Registration required.
Business Oregon Presentation on Small Business Financing Options David Weiss and Mark Brady of Business Oregon will be joining us to discuss funding and grants that are available for bioscience companies through the State of Oregon. You will learn about the following: Small Business Expansion Program Other business finance programs SBIR Phase II support grants Phase […]
The OTRADI Bioscience Incubator (OBI), PSU Business Accelerator (PSBA), and Ater Wynne LLP are partnering to bring you a comprehensive 5-part Lunch and Learn Series on: IP Strategies for Bioscience, Digital Health, and Tech Companies The 5-part series will cover introductory lectures and roundtable discussions regarding key technology and intellectual property issues which all startups and emerging […]
Patents - Presenter: Paul Churilla
Copyrights & Open Source - Presenter: Ernie Bootsma
Data & Know-How - Presenter: Tammy Buist
Please join us for the fifth luncheon in our series. Ron Epperson will be sharing his expertise on effective strategies in licensing, joint technology development, and collaboration.
The OBI is partnering with Amazon Web Services to provides OBI-affiliated startups with the following resources: $10,000 in AWS Promotional Credit valid for 2 years 2 years of AWS Business Support (up to $5,000). Access to the AWS Technical and Business Essentials web-based (or instructor-led) training ($600 value per course) 80 credits for Self-Paced Labs ($80 value) Please join […]
2018 Tech Lunch and Learn Series IP Strategies for Bioscience, Digital Health, and High Tech Companies Register now The OTRADI Bioscience Incubator (OBI), PSU Business Accelereator (PSBA), and Ater Wynne LLP are partnering again to bring you the new 2018 IP Strategies for Bioscience, Digital Health, and High Tech Companies Lunch and Learn Series. Due to the […]
2018 Tech Lunch and Learn Series IP Strategies for Bioscience, Digital Health, and High Tech Companies The OTRADI Bioscience Incubator (OBI), PSU Business Accelereator (PSBA), and Ater Wynne LLP are partnering again to bring you the new 2018 IP Strategies for Bioscience, Digital Health, and High Tech Companies Lunch and Learn Series. Due to the success […]
CBD or CBDon't: The Hazy Law of Industrial Hemp and CBD Join Alex Tinker of Tonkon Torp's Cannabis Industry Group for a discussion on the evolving legal status of "industrial hemp," help-derived CBD, and the emerging maybe-legal nationwide market for hemp-derived CBD products. Bring your questions and your appetite for an interactive and nourishing midday […]
So much to accomplish in so little time: deadlines to meet, investors to attract and please, regulatory hurdles to achieve and, hovering above it all, the unrelenting competitive and investor pressures to be the first to market. If you are a member of this Biotech community, the screen image of your computer is barely faded […]
2018 Tech Lunch & Learn Series IP Strategies for Bioscience, Digital Health, and High Tech Companies The OTRADI Bioscience Incubator (OBI), PSU Business Accelerator (PSBA), and Ater Wynne LLP are partnering again to bring you the new 2018 IP Strategies for Bioscience, Digital Health, and High Tech Companies Lunch & Learn Series. Due to the […]
Come hear the OBI Interns present on their learning! Join us in sending off our OBI interns in style by letting them present on their hard work throughout this year. Each of the interns will be giving a 5 - 10 minute presentation with time for questions and comments. Please make sure to register so […]
The Entrepreneurs' Ally A professional back-office suite with everything you need to manage your HR, Benefits, and Payroll - all with affordable, 5 Star healthcare coverage. All in one place. This Lunch & Learn will address how outsourcing can help you grow your company as well as the, sometimes significant, time and cost savings realized […]
Come connect with your fellow OBI Client Companies at our monthly OBI Client Company Lunch & Learn If you would like to learn more about what other companies in the incubator are up to, join us for our monthly Lunch & Learns to hear updates from OBI client companies and to network. This is a […]
FDA Regulation of Digital Health Products: Recent Changes By FDA and Congress Digital health is one of the most explosive areas of innovation with software products aimed at wellness and medical applications. Depending on the intended application, software may meet the FDA's definition of a medical device and be subject to an extensive set of […]
Building a scale-able financial system and creating meaningful forecasts Managing the financial, tax and compliance aspects of a business can be daunting for many entrepreneurs and early stage companies. Creating a solid foundation is essential to running your business, submitting grant proposals and developing meaningful projections for investors and bankers. Please join us for a […]
Following a proven design process reduces risk in the design of medical devices Register Now No matter where you are in the design of your medical product, it is beneficial to follow a proven design process to reduce risk and have the proper documentation in place for FDA submittal. During this Lunch & Learn, Simplexity Product […]
RSVP NOW What A lunch-hour overview of a legal topic that impacts startup businesses When Wednesday, November 7, 2018 from 12:00-1:00pm Where CENTRL Downtown - 1155 SW Morrison St., Boardroom (M1), Portland, OR 97209 Business Immigration for Startups Join Tonkon Torp for a lunchtime session with business immigration attorneys Alan Perkins, Turid Owren, Melany Savitt, and […]
REGISTER NOW The Oregon Bioscience Incubator hosts a monthly Life Science & Digital Health CEO Roundtable that brings together CEOs for an invigorating exchange of information, ideas, and insights. This peer group is composed of both seasoned and inexperienced CEOs who delve into candid, solution-seeking discussions focused on CEO-level issues, and the challenges and pressures […]
Join Tonkon Torp for a lunchtime session with guest speaker Deepa Seshan, Founder & Owner of Kindle Consulting LLC, who will cover issues related to scaling a startup business. Deepa has over 18 years' experience with big-name hi-tech brands and at small and mid-sized companies. An entrepreneur at heart, she's incubated and launched new B2B and […]
Come connect with your fellow neighbors at our OBI Client Company Lunch & Learn If you would like to learn more about what other companies in the incubator are up to, join us for our monthly Lunch & Learns to hear updates from OBI client companies and to network. This is a great opportunity to […]
The Oregon Bioscience Incubator hosts a bi-monthly Life Science & Digital Health CEO Roundtable that brings together CEOs for an invigorating exchange of information, ideas, and insights. This peer group is composed of both seasoned and inexperienced CEOs who delve into candid, solution-seeking discussions focused on CEO-level issues, and the challenges and pressures unique to top-level management. […]
Tonkon Talks – The California Consumer Privacy Act What: A lunch-hour overview of a legal topic that impacts startup businesses When: Wednesday, February 6, 2019 from 12:00-1:00pm Where: CENTRL Pearl - 1355 NW Everett, Suite 100, Boardroom, Portland, OR 97209 The California Consumer Privacy Act Getting ready for the big shakeup It's the biggest state […]
OBI is hosting a Lunch & Learn where Andre' Petett, Managing Director of Aptly Focused, will speak on sales; understanding how to plan, execute and track them. Uncovering the distinction between sales and marketing. Does commercialization have to change your original vision? REGISTER NOW Learn about Andre' Petett: Mr. Petett has been in sales and sales […]
Join Tonkon Torp for a lunchtime session with guest speaker Dave Sanders, M.D., former CEO and Co-Founder of ZOOM+Care who will walk you through his experiences founding, growing, and selling ZOOM. REGISTER NOW
The Oregon Bioscience Incubator hosts a bi-monthly Life Science & Digital Health CEO Roundtable that brings together CEOs for an invigorating exchange of information, ideas, and insights. This peer group is composed of both seasoned and inexperienced CEOs who delve into candid, solution-seeking discussions focused on CEO-level issues, and the challenges and pressures unique to top-level management. […]
Privacy and security are critical requirements for applications that handle health care data. Position yourself for success and avoid the cost of retrofitting required compliance features. Come learn how to incorporate these key features before your application begins handling live data. REGISTER NOW
What: A lunch-hour overview of a legal topics that impact startup businesses When: Wednesday, April 3, 2019 from 12:00-1:00pm Where: CENTRL Pearl - 1355 NW Everett, Suite 100, Boardroom, Portland, OR 97209 Dreaming about and planning for your startup can be a thrill, but how do you actually make the dream happen? The truth is, […]
Come connect with your fellow neighbors at our OBI Client Company Lunch & Learn If you want to learn more about what other companies in the incubator are up to, join us for our monthly Lunch & Learns to hear quick introductions and updates from OBI client companies and to network. This is a great […]
Product development in the healthcare space is complicated by both a complex regulatory environment and a large stakeholder group. This talk will address a broad overview of best practices and strategy from regulatory pathway and IP protection to go-to-market and exit strategy. We will dive into how to test your value proposition and gather insights […]
Developing a robust go-to-market strategy requires understanding what healthcare providers are treating your target patient population and how those patients are being cared for today. Health insurance claims are submitted for every service and procedure delivered by doctors or hospitals who seek reimbursement. The claim contains a rich trove of data about the patient, the […]
Register Now Description Organizations that thrive typically all have one thing in common: They understand what contributes, and detracts, from their bottom line. But mastering that task in a world of hidden government pricing is becoming a tightrope walk. That’s because government pricing programs can disproportionately impact sales channels—and paint a vastly different picture of […]
Life Science Startup CEOs and Founders are building equity in two products: their companies, and their own profiles. This OBI Lunch and Learn will take CEOs, Founders, and life science executives through the best practices and helpful tips to raise an individual's profile through timely thought pieces, conference speaking opportunities, and social media engagement. Raising […]
Description Oregon Bioscience Incubator (OBI) and the Portland State Business Accelerator (PSBA) are partnering to bring you a Finance Series. The first of three programs will be on September 17th at the Portland State Business Accelerator with the NOW CFO Financial Consultant, Chris Hall. Come learn about the basics of finance from Chris Hall of NOWCFO. Learn what things […]
REGISTER NOW How to set up your books, and the importance of quality financial statements As a small business owner, the failure to properly set up your accounting records, and produce quality financial statements may affect your company's future. This Lunch & Learn will cover the basics of setting up quality financial records, and the […]
REGISTER NOW Funding continues to lag for women entrepreneurs in Biotechnology. As the largest women-owned intellectual property IP firm in the US (based on the number of issued patents), McCoy Russell LLP has been closely watching the participation of women as inventors. The ability to protect innovation through patents is a key driver to obtaining […]
REGISTER NOW You have a business plan, but do you have a game plan? Find out how Pregame has reinvented business strategy for entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators. Founder and author Ciara Pressler will share the new best practices for growth in your business, marketing, and more. Pregame is the new HQ for entrepreneurs and experienced executives […]
Fact: Nearly half of entrepreneurs do their marketing all by themselves. If you’re a biotech or life science startup founder out there bootstrapping your social media, you’re not alone — but the stakes can feel especially high when you’re also juggling fundraising, business development, team building, and more. Whether you’re a CEO moonlighting as your […]
Expert speakers from Oregon's leading entrepreneurial associations share invaluable insights and resources tailored to Oregon startups. About the Speakers: -Elaine Hsieh, Director of Community Engagement, Technology Association of Oregon (TAO) -Tara Dahl, Executive Director, Oregon Techworks Association (OTA) -Rylee O’Brien, Associate Executive Director, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) -Liisa Bozinovic, Executive Director, Oregon Bioscience Association […]
Too often, patents are obtained in a vacuum, without first fully considering current and future market needs and conditions. This leads to patents that don’t adequately cover what you sell, patent portfolios with serious gaps, or patents that don’t stop competitors. Nobody has a crystal ball, but what is needed, both before and during patent […]
Join us for the "Biotech Business Bootcamp," a dynamic virtual series designed specifically for biotech businesses and startups looking to accelerate their growth and achieve success. This three-part series will equip you with the essential tools and strategies needed to navigate the complexities of the biotech industry. The first session, "Investor-Ready Financials and Marketing Your […]
Join us for the second installment of the Biotech Business Bootcamp Series, focusing on the essential aspects of establishing and scaling your biotech startup. In this virtual lunch and learn session, titled "Navigating Expansion and Staffing," you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal and operational foundations crucial for your business's success. Our expert speakers […]
Join us in-person for an insightful session on the R&D Tax Credit, covering key topics such as eligibility requirements, claiming the credit, Section 174 capitalization and amortization, and the Orphan Drug Credit. Whether you're new to R&D tax incentives or looking to deepen your understanding, this event is perfect for entrepreneurs, researchers, and professionals in the biotech […]
In the final session of the Biotech Business Bootcamp series, we’ll focus on the essential infrastructure your biotech startup needs to retain and manage employees effectively. As your company grows, having systems in place for payroll, HR management, and retirement planning is key to long-term success. We’ll also provide a brief recap on employee benefits […]
Join seasoned investors Bill and Gordon for a Lunch & Learn that reveals the hidden landmines in early-stage startup funding. Through real-world case studies, learn how common fundraising approaches that seem logical can actually raise red flags for institutional investors and potentially derail your company's future. What You'll Learn -Critical misconceptions about institutional funding that can […]