For over 30 years, the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) has been helping founders start up and scale up by connecting them to peers and mentors, funding opportunities, and hands-on business training. But did you know that for twenty of those years we have also been growing the capital side of the entrepreneur equation through our Angel Oregon […]
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 […]
Surviving Investor Due Diligence Thursday, April 4th 8:30 – 10:00 am The goal of investor due diligence for a startup is to audit or review a company’s financial records, legal status, market positioning, and competitive landscape. This is done to catch anything that could hinder your company’s growth trajectory or compromise its ability to deliver […]
Join regional program leaders for virtual “fireside chats” with biomedical entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts. Conversations are aimed at early-stage academic and community innovators who need to quickly learn the essentials. This is a series of 7 sessions. Session 5 of 7: Regulatory Strategy, April 4, 2024, Moderator, Josh Kim, MS, University of Washington, School […]
Pitch Decks: Content & Design Strategies Over the past fifty years, pitch decks have undergone a dramatic evolution, transitioning from mostly verbal presentations with simple charts and a focus on substance over style to more visually captivating modern decks that blend striking visuals with core messages to better capture and hold the audience’s attention. That […]
The National Science Foundation (NSF) invests more than $200 million annually in their SBIR/STTR Program to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; and to secure the national defense. NSF-funded research has led to breakthroughs and new discoveries that help people live longer, healthier and more productive lives, and […]
Registration is now open for Science Talk ‘24, the annual conference of the Association of Science Communicators. At ASC, we believe that science is a human right. Connecting the multifaceted world of science communicators is critical for building a strong and knowledgeable society. SCIENCE TALK ’24 is taking place as a hybrid conference April 11-12 in […]
Demystifying the Term Sheet Thursday, April 11th 8:30 – 10:00 am Raising capital for an emerging biotech company is rarely easy. For founders seeking funding, the term sheet is a critical document that can make or break a deal. It sets out the key terms that will form the building blocks of the relationship and […]
Looking to raise capital for your AI or data science-based venture? Considering creating a startup in this space? Join the TAO AI & Data Community to hear from and engage with VCs, CEOs and funders in this informative event focused on best practices in finding external capital to launch or grow your business. Panels include […]
Life Science Innovation Northwest (LSINW) is the Pacific Northwest’s largest annual life science conference. This one-and-a-half-day event will bring our life sciences community to discuss and feature some of the most compelling life science breakthroughs of our time. LSINW is the can’t-miss event for the PNW’s life science community. No other local event brings together […]
Join us for another installment of the OHSU Innovates Speaker Series, where we will delve into promoting equity and inclusivity in patent inventorship. As of 2019, women and people of color make up a very small percentage of inventors on patents issued in the US, at approximately 12% and 1.7% respectively. These disparities in patent […]
The National Science Foundation (NSF) invests more than $200 million annually in their SBIR/STTR Program to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; and to secure the national defense. NSF-funded research has led to breakthroughs and new discoveries that help people live longer, healthier and more productive lives, and […]
Join regional program leaders for virtual “fireside chats” with biomedical entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts. Conversations are aimed at early-stage academic and community innovators who need to quickly learn the essentials. This is a series of 7 sessions. Session 6 of 7: Product Development, April 18, 2024, Moderator, Teddy Johnson, PE, MBA, University of Washington […]
The National Science Foundation (NSF) invests more than $200 million annually in their SBIR/STTR Program to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; and to secure the national defense. NSF-funded research has led to breakthroughs and new discoveries that help people live longer, healthier and more productive lives, and […]
Gather your friends and join us for an exciting night of Quizzy Business Trivia at the Oregon Bioscience Incubator! Your ticket includes a delicious dinner and two drink tickets. Our trivia questions will cover a range of general knowledge topics, similar to what you'd find in a pub quiz. To ensure a level playing field, […]
Oregon’s Climate Tech Conference: “She Flies With Her Own Wings” Oregon’s state motto calls us to address the pressing challenges of our planetary moment. We will gather at the center of Portland to highlight the solutions, conversations, and leaders who are deploying and scaling climate innovations and solutions. We will gather and unite Oregon’s most […]
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Small Business Applicant Assistance Program - Informational Webinar | April 25, 2024 2:00 - 3:30pm ET | Register | The Applicant Assistance Program (AAP) helps small businesses apply for Phase I Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) funding. Selected small businesses can participate in the program at […]
Get tips on developing the components of a credible commercialization plan from demonstrating market opportunity, to product/technology considerations, developing business strategy and building your team. Reviewer exceptions are covered throughout along with agency requirements, and much more. Register HERE
Mingle with your fellow biotech and digital health enthusiasts, help build community, and share your ideas on how to further accelerate the growth of these promising sectors in Portland. We will gather at OBI’s event space for our May 2 Accelerate Happy Hour. These happy hours bring together creative and driven professionals who are passionate about promoting the […]
Are you in R&D and seeking greater job security? Join us for an insightful exploration into Regulatory Affairs (RA), Quality Assurance (QA), and Quality Control (QC) career paths. In the midst of today's dynamic job market, discover how these interconnected fields offer stability and rewarding opportunities, especially for those transitioning from R&D. Our panel of […]
Join regional program leaders for virtual “fireside chats” with biomedical entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts. Conversations are aimed at early-stage academic and community innovators who need to quickly learn the essentials. This is a series of 7 sessions. Session 7 of 7: Clinical Study Requirements for New Products May 2, 2024, Moderator, Lynn Rose, PhD, […]