Partner Programs/Events

Registration Price Job Seekers & Students: FREE! TAO Member Tech Company: FREE! Non-Member Tech Start Up: $99 Non-Member Tech Company: $150 FOR HIRING TECH COMPANIES Like many teams around the world, we’ve shifted to […]

PSBA Monthly Lunch & Learn series. About this Event Would you like to actually be heard when you speak? Do you want to grasp differing viewpoints with ease? How about […]

Make your social media work harder for you! This workshop offers an introduction to the Top 5 social media channels for small businesses, along with the Top 5 local business […]

Our first-ever online event on 6/18 was a huge success. Join us again for the ultimate entrepreneurial experience and virtual pitch competition. Hosted by Josh Barinstein and Nate Miller. Looking […]

Come learn about the Nikon BioImaging Lab that supports the biotech industry by providing imaging assay services via simple contracts for startups and large companies alike. These contracts provide access […]

Overview: Data Presentation Design is a half-day seminar and workshop that will improve your ability to create powerful data-focused presentations. Effective data presentations have tremendous power to influence the opinions […]

Join PDXWIT with virtual host, Umpqua Bank and speaker Rajkumari Neogy as we explore the Biology of Belonging! We all have the need to belong. But what is belonging, really, […]

Overview: Data integrity and good documentation practices (GDP) are essential in providing evidence of a safe and effective product. Learn what the key elements of good documentation practices and data […]

Building upon the idea that a business is better positioned for long-term success with the right partners on board, this panel brings together three professionals—an accountant, an attorney and a […]

VIRTUAL CYBERSECURITY MEETUP As we have pivoted to all-online events at TAO, we are excited to open up the regional Eugene ISSA monthly chapter meetings to interested folks everywhere.      […]

This summer, get your business on track with OEN x Pregame! We’ve partnered with Pregame to bring you the best of their business coaching for entrepreneurs – all virtual via […]

Badass womxn who have turned their science into successful business ventures and the funding resources that have supported them and others. About this Event Badass Womxn Entrepreneurs Coming at You […]

Prior to World War II, systems — even complex systems — expected the human to fit or adapt to the machine or system. As systems became more complex, this approach […]

ABOUT - TiE Women is dedicated to Embrace, Engage and Empower women entrepreneurs across the globe. TiE Oregon is hosting its first TiE Women Pitch Competition on September 2nd. This will be a virtual event […]

1 hour event kicking off the Palliative Care TRAILS Competition and releasing the applications for entering. Description: Join us virtually for the 2020 TRAILS competition launch! Innovators will hear from a panel […]

Oregon’s Poet Laureate, Anis Mojgani, kicks off Fuel 2020 with a performance bringing the hopeful side of the climate crisis to the forefront of the conversation. Afterward Michael O’Bryan will […]

This roundtable discussion will explore the need to transform the financial models that fuel the development of climate solutions. The panelists will share their perspectives on how to expand diversity […]

You recycle and compost, and ride your bike instead of driving. But what else can you do to slow the climate crisis? Hosted by our partner, WhereByUs, this panel will […]

Be the first to hear from the ten 2020 CleanTech Accelerator cohort companies as they present their technologies! Technologies include modular insect farms that transform agricultural waste into food and […]

In this session we will discuss the merits and pitfalls of leaning in on either storytelling tactics or business led content when you're pitching to investors. Does pulling on emotions […]

Connect with 10 early stage cleantech / impact investors from across the country in this efficient 1 hour networking session.  The event will begin with a “reverse pitch” in which […]

Oregon Bio’s 2020 Biotech Summit: The Value and Voice of Innovation  Our 2020 annual biotech summit is an opportunity for industry leaders and policymakers from Oregon and Southwest Washington to […]

This webinar will help you understand the different forms of trade payment methods available and how to mitigate risk as an importer and exporter.  You’ll also learn an option to […]

The panel will be moderated by Leon Wolf, VertueLab SBIR/STTR Assistance Manager, and include panelists from our sponsor, the National Energy Technology Lab (NETL) as well as successful entrepreneurs from […]

Hosted by the Croatan Institute's Clean Portfolio Project, this session will explore total portfolio approaches to fossil-free investing in integrated climate solutions. In this event, learn how philanthropic investors working […]

OregonAF is a premier PNW food + beverage investment event hosted by Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) Are you OregonAF? With a Taster’s Ticket to the Oregon Angel Food Grand Finale on September […]

Check out the latest and greatest cleantech companies from across North America in this 5x5 company showcase session. Companies will be given five minutes to present to the audience on […]

We must recognize and envision a radically different future for an equitable recovery after the coronavirus pandemic recedes. Without big changes, the system will just rebuild itself along the well-worn […]

The Oregon Technology Awards celebrates excellence and achievement in the region's technology industry and honors outstanding individuals with prestigious Lifetime Achievement, Sam Blackman, and Tech Champion awards and ten companies are recognized for their […]

What is the OregonSaves program? Is it the right fit for your organization and what do you need to do? Oregon Bio has partnered with RetirementDNA to provide you with […]

Field effect transistor (FET) based biosensors, or bioFETs, are increasingly common in such applications as biological research, point-of-care diagnostics, environmental applications and even food safety. As with other semiconductor-based biosensors, […]

Hosted by our partner, Women in Cleantech & Sustainability - Fuel attendees will get access to this event for FREE, but seats are limited, so act fast! Open to everyone!

Our online event on 8/05 was a huge success. Join us again on Thursday, 9/24 for the ultimate entrepreneurial experience and virtual pitch competition. Hosted by Nate Miller and Josh […]

Marc Fine, presenting on Hacking Sales and Marketing for Engineers for the Slack Medical Devices Group (originally the LinkedIn Medical Devices Group led by Joe Hage).  Register here

Finance Community This community works to provide education and guidance to the finance professionals of today's technology companies through the following: Educational programs Collaborative events Building professional networks Identifying trends […]

Join us on Tuesday, October 13th at 2:00 PM for Functional Workshop Tuesday where Founder and CEO of Women Conquer Business, Jen McFarland, MPA will lead a discussion around marketing Come prepared […]

Join Miller Nash Graham and Dunn attorneys Amy Robinson and Nicoleas Mayne to talk about the current COVID-related cost recovery options for businesses, including the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans […]

The Bend Venture Conference (BVC), hosted by EDCO, connects Impact, Early Stage and Growth Stage companies with investment opportunities. About this Event Now in its 17th year, the BVC is the […]

There are many questions that employers and employees have about returning to the office. While the health, safety and well-being of employees take top priority, there are many legal ramifications […]

The Under the Boughs/Under the Aspens quarterly events showcase subject matter experts discussions on important topics in health care. Description: On October 21st, host Lee Huntsman and Cambia Grove are pleased to […]

Applications open for OHSU Invent-a-thon Online, Oct. 23–25 Make Healthcare Better. From anywhere.  Grab your virtual raincoat and apply for our first Pacific Northwest-focused event, in partnership with Oregon Health […]

OPPORTUNITY TO BOOST YOUR BUSINESS: Are you just starting or in the early stages of your business & need help with organizational strategy, incorporation, market research, accounting set-up, financial forecasting […]

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN It may seem counter intuitive for a business owner to develop an exit strategy, but it's very important to consider a plan even if you do […]

This coffee talk series was designed to keep our members updated on the topics of the day. From 30 – 45 minutes, these fast-track, touch-base sessions on key topics are […]

Join us for the inaugural Demo Day of The Cube - PSU Student Incubator managed by the PSU Center for Entrepreneurship. After a rigorous, competitive selection process, six teams were selected […]

Learn More/Register Join Cambia Grove for the 2020 Fall TRAILS Competition finale event. The five selected finalists (listed on our website here) will virtually pitch to a panel of judges […]

SBIR Series 2/4 Review prerequisites, planning, writing style, and aligning applications with priorities. In this part, we will review prerequisites, high level planning, the importance of writing style, aligning an […]

There are many questions looming about the long-term implications of the COVID chapter on a company’s culture, which Peter Drucker noted, “eats strategy for breakfast.” How does working from home […]

The Oregon Bio Annual Conference is going digital in 2020 – Dates are confirmed! Save the Date: We’ll see you Nov 17, 18 and 19 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 […]

SBIR Series 3/4 Research strategies, budgeting, preliminary data, and commercialization.  In this part, we will review the Research Strategy sections: Significance, Innovation and Approach. Budgeting will be discussed in detail. […]

Yes! The show will go on. We are throwing out the standard script though, and embracing 2020's mandate to go completely outside the box - new award categories, new interactive […]

Get the inside story on how to apply for SBIR-STTR grant funding.  You’ll get valuable lessons learned from 3 Oregon entrepreneurs who have received SBIR-STTR funding.  Click here for more […]

SBIR Series 4/4 Understand your target audience and see what reviewers look for in your application. Understanding the review process will enable you to: better understand your target audience, inform […]

Finance Community This community works to provide education and guidance to the finance professionals of today's technology companies through the following: Educational programs Collaborative events Building professional networks Identifying trends […]

We are excited to announce that TechfestNW and PitchfestNW will be transitioning online! Join us December 2-4, 2020 for a virtual program to hear from renowned speakers and watch startup […]

Grow. Connect. Expand. Early Stage Investor Conference (ESIC) is an annual flagship event designed to inspire and advance innovation across industries. Each year, we bring together an ecosystem of entrepreneurs […]

Join us for the 2020 KICDC STARTUP PITCH DAY event–a live, interactive virtual pitch event for 10 successful Korean startups to showcase their disruptive products and solutions on December 8, 2020 […]

It's been six months since the wave of tech industry support for Black Lives Matter and pledges to do better. Has anything really changed? Join Ciara Pressler, founder of Pregame, […]

You have a game-changing idea... but do you have a game plan? Ideas are easy, but execution is what makes for a strong, sustainable business. Join Ciara Pressler, founder and […]

Best practices for product development that will help you scale to commercialization. Getting a product from the lab bench-top to the market can be a risky, complex process. As product […]

LEX (Leadership Exchange) Leadership Exchanges, or LEX, are small groups where c-suite and senior technology leaders can openly and safely discuss critical issues with others WHAT TO EXPECT You will […]

Does it seem odd to celebrate 2020? Maybe. It's been a tough year. But it's also been a year of unbelievable growth and engagement for the PDXWIT community and Portland’s […]

E-commerce! E-blasts! E-gads! How You Can Go Digital with Your Marketing without Going Crazy! If there was something that 82% of your customers were eager to get and it had […]

SBIR/STTR overview, drafting a competitive application, & additional resources. Join the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute on Aging (NIA) Office of Small Business Research (OSBR), Delaware BioScience Association (Delaware […]

Join bioscience peers in raising a glass and celebrating the highlights of this year. Prepare one of our specialty drink recipes in advance and grab a fun holiday hat or […]

Join PDXWIT and Katrina Johnson for an interactive workshop about Data Science. This two-day interactive presentation will provide an introduction to data science, with a special focus on understanding the […]

Join PDXWIT and Katrina Johnson for an interactive workshop about Data Science. This two-day interactive presentation will provide an introduction to data science, with a special focus on understanding the […]

The health care system is complicated. The 5 Points of Health Care™ Conference works to simplify this complicated system for innovators looking to make change. Join us for a real and upfront […]

ADVOCACY TAO bridges industry and government to drive policies that ensure growth and success for our region's tech industry As the voice of the Oregon & SW Washington tech industry, […]

Social Media can have a huge impact not only on your business but your brand. This workshop gives a different perspective to our Basic Social Media workshop. Rest-assured your customers […]