Events

The National Institutes of Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD), along with partnering NIH centers and institutes, has funding opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs with grant applications that propose developing products or services to improve health access or reduce health disparities in NIH-designated populations experiencing health disparities. Webinar Host: CDR Michael Banyas, USPHS, M.P.A., […]

Join us to learn how Amanda Bruegl, M.D. has harnessed her roles as a physician, researcher, innovator, and entrepreneur to pioneer meaningful solutions for unmet needs in healthcare and beyond. Dr. Bruegl is an associate professor of gynecologic oncology and the vice chair of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in the […]

Learn how technology transfer can help support researchers turn their discoveries into real-world impact. In this panel discussion, the OHSU Technology Transfer office's Technology Development and Licensing Team will talk about how they work with innovators to protect intellectual property, find commercial partners, license OHSU technologies, and even help launch startups. This seminar will also touch on […]

Strategic Planning for Success is an interactive workshop designed for startup founders who want to build a strong foundation for their business and execute their vision with confidence. Using our Planning with EASE framework—Empathize, Analyze, Strategize, and Execute—we’ll guide you through a hands-on strategic planning process that helps you clarify your goals and take action […]

Ready to take your Ph.D. beyond academia? Join us for a dynamic webinar diving into exciting career paths in regulatory affairs, industry R&D, startups, patent law, and more. Hear from professionals who’ve made the leap, learn how to pivot your skills, and discover what’s possible when you think outside the academic lab. Moderator: Cadence True, […]

The Oregon Innovation Showcase will develop and strengthen relationships with deep tech investors, including those from out of state, by highlighting Oregon as a premier hub for innovation and startups. The event will feature successful Oregon-grown companies, emerging startups seeking funding, and the supportive state ecosystem that de-risks investments. Fostering shared optimism for economic growth, […]

Seeking research funding beyond the standard federal grants? Don’t miss this timely seminar with expert panelists from industry, foundations, and state organizations sharing practical strategies to help you identify and secure alternative support. This is the fourth of four webinars in the Innovation for All: A Path Forward 2025 Virtual Seminar Series. Click here for a […]

Co-Working PDX at Fox Tower is opening their doors for the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) June Entrepreneur Mixer from 5:00 – 6:30 pm on Thursday, June 19th hosted by Perkins Coie. During this event, you’ll have the opportunity to meet ambitious founders and entrepreneurs with a broad range of expertise and skills that are open to building new relationships and strengthening the regional innovation […]

Clark and Multnomah Counties are brimming with doer and makers creating exceptional products and services to solve some of the worlds biggest problems. Talent, networks, and resources converge here to make Clark and Multnomah Counties great places to start and grow businesses. It’s time to celebrate this entrepreneurial ecosystem and highlight some of its emerging […]

Witness innovation in action! On June 27th, join us for the 9th Annual InventOR Finals! Stewarded by the PSU Center for Entrepreneurship, and hosted by the University of Portland, this exciting FREE event showcases Oregon's brightest collegiate innovators as they pitch their prototypes and compete for $30,000 in cash prizes! A full day of inspiration, […]

Get ready for TAO’s signature summer celebration—Party in the Pinot—hosted at the picturesque Scholls Valley Lodge. Whether you’re looking to entertain clients, connect with colleagues, or simply unwind with a glass of wine and a stunning view, this is the summer event you won’t want to miss. Party in the Pinot is a premier wine and […]

Are you an innovator in the Pacific Northwest working on bringing your cancer technology idea to life? NCI SBIR is excited to host “Sparking Cancer Technology Innovation in the Pacific Northwest” a virtual event for biotech innovators spanning across the Pacific Northwest region. During the webinar, NCI SBIR program directors will provide attendees with insights into funding […]

The Translational Turn: A Fireside Chat on Making Basic Science Drug-Ready Join us for the launch of this new series featuring real-world strategies for aligning research with therapeutic development. The conversation will highlight how practical shifts in research strategy can naturally lead to new opportunities for discovery, funding, and broader impact. Dr. Sanjay Malhotra, P.h.D. and Dr. […]

Join us as life science industry and academic professionals, economic development experts, service partners, investors, students and biotech enthusiasts gather for an evening of networking and a light program. Bio on Tap - part of our regionally rotating "Bio On" series, launched in 2007 - brings together our vibrant bioscience community for an evening of […]

This 6-week I-Corps short course offers a new approach to accelerate the translation of discoveries from lab to clinical practice. Based on the National Science Foundation's Innovation Corps (I-CorpsTM) program, BIP Corp is an evidence-based experience that will take you out of your comfort zone to connect with potential customers and provide you with a […]

Join us for an empowering evening of connection, collaboration, and celebration at the Bio Impact Networking Event. This event is dedicated to creating inclusion in the Bioscience industry to build meaningful networks and foster community support. Highlights of the Evening: ● Networking: Connect with like-minded professionals through networking opportunities and create new connections. ● Fireside Chat: Join us for an […]

BOOTSTRAPPING vs. RAISING VENTURE FUNDING Investor, entrepreneur and startup advocate Josh Carter from Upstart Collective answers your questions about how best to fund your early stage startup idea. Agenda: 11:00a - 12:00a: Fireside Chat: BOOTSTRAPPING vs. RAISING VENTURE FUNDING This event is part of Startup Cafe. This event is in conjunction with the City of Gresham […]

Bringing healthcare innovations to market takes strategy, resilience, and adaptability. In this online seminar, a panel of experienced health and medical innovators will share how they have navigated the journey from early ideas to real-world impact. Designed for early-stage innovators, the discussion offers practical insights, key lessons and candid advice to help you clarify your […]

In entrepreneurship every decision leads down a new path, filled with unexpected twists, challenges, and opportunities. Founders start with a vision but must make bold choices at every turn, often without knowing exactly what the next page holds. There are moments of risk, detours, and triumphs, and no two journeys look the same. Just the […]

We are excited to announce the 2nd International Conference on Agriculture & Natural Resources (ICANR 2025), set to take place on November 17-18, 2025, in Rome, Italy. This prominent event will bring together agriculture professionals, natural resource experts, and environmental scientists from across the globe to discuss the theme "The Agricultural Sector’s Challenges in Safeguarding […]

Join Oregon Life Sciences as life science industry and academic professionals, economic development experts, service partners, investors, students and biotech enthusiasts gather for an evening of networking and a light program. Bio on the Valley - brings together our vibrant bioscience community for an evening of connection, engagement, and education. Whether you are a biotech […]

Klamath IDEA continues its 25-26 IDEA Talks! season with featured entrepreneur Kim Freeze - director of the Southern Oregon Innovation Hub. Kim Freeze is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience launching and supporting ventures across diverse industries. As Director of the Southern Oregon Innovation Hub, she champions startup growth, ecosystem building, and […]

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Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) PubTalks, presented by Columbia Bank, are where Oregon’s entrepreneurial energy comes to life. Every beloved CPG brand has a beginning, but the real story starts long before it ever hits a shelf. On Wednesday, February 11th join OEN at Tender Loving Empire Headquarters for a panel conversation that dives into the messy, creative, and occasionally chaotic early chapters […]

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the limits of traditional workplace mental health approaches and created an urgent need for innovative, evidence-based solutions. Learn from Leslie Hammer, PhD, professor and director of the Oregon Healthy Workforce Center, and Erin Flynn, PhD, director of outreach operations at the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences, as they discuss how […]

Calling all women in the life sciences industry! Join us for a relaxed gathering designed to foster meaningful connections and celebrate the camaraderie among women working across the life sciences. This intimate, casual meetup offers a welcoming space to connect with colleagues from our community. During the event, you’ll have the opportunity to network, share […]

Launched in 2007, Oregon Life Sciences’ Bio On networking series brings together our regional life sciences community for an evening of connection and conversation. Industry professionals, entrepreneurs, economic development experts, investors, service providers, students, and life science enthusiasts gather to build relationships and learn about the latest trends shaping the life sciences landscape. Join us for […]

Enjoy a morning just for entrepreneurs and founders at the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) March Entrepreneur Mixer from 9:00 – 10:30 am on Thursday, March 5th in partnership with Oregon Startup Center and sponsored by City of Beaverton. During this event, you’ll have the opportunity to meet ambitious founders and entrepreneurs with a broad range of expertise and skills that are open to building new relationships […]

Oregon Entrepreneurs Network’s PubTalks, presented by Columbia Bank, are where Oregon’s entrepreneurial energy comes to life. Part happy hour, part startup show-and-tell, and all about making great connections. We’re teaming up with our friends at Woodruff Sawyer and NW Innovation Hub for the March PubTalk on Wednesday, March 11th at 5:00 p.m. at the Columbia Bank Astoria Financial Center in Astoria. Come for the […]

How do two local innovators go from a bold research idea to a multi-million dollar manufacturing facility? It takes more than just a great product--it takes an ecosystem. Hear the Valliscor story from the company's founders, the economic development team that helped them scale locally, and university leaders who powered their growth. Speakers include: Rich Carter and Mike Standen, Founders, Valliscor Todd Miller, Director, ATAMI, […]

Join Todd Davey for an interactive workshop designed for early-stage, innovation-driven founders. This interactive session will be led by Todd Davey, Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship at the Institut Mines-Télécom Business School in Paris, Adjunct Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney, and visiting academic at the Technical University of Vienna and Washington University in St. […]

Connect with the drug discovery community! Welcome to the Oregon Drug Discovery Symposium (ODDS). This event offers a unique opportunity for all members of the drug discovery community – including researchers, pharmaceutical companies, investment groups, academia, and the broader biomedical community – to share ideas and innovations. We anticipate days of exciting talks and discussions, […]

Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) PubTalks, presented by Columbia Bank, are where Oregon’s entrepreneurial energy comes to life. Angel investing is evolving beyond early checks and friendly advice. Today’s angels are increasingly expected to be strategic partners who bring operational insight, strong governance practices, and a long-term commitment to the companies they back. Our Wednesday, April 8th PubTalk panel explores the […]

Join us on April 9th for an inspiring interactive evening in collaboration with Rose Haven and J.P. Morgan Wealth Management, centered on the powerful and timely conversation around Women’s Wealth. This event is designed to empower women with financial education, open dialogue, and community support to help break down the invisible barriers that often stand […]

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Join us at the Oregon Innovation Showcase, May 11–12 in Portland, for a special fireside chat featuring Lance Armstrong, General Partner at Next Ventures, in conversation with T.A. McCann, Managing Director at Pioneer Square Labs. Together, they’ll explore the parallels between elite endurance sports and entrepreneurship, sharing insights on: Developing discipline and daily habits that drive long-term success Building resilience […]

Join us at the Oregon Innovation Showcase, May 11–12 in Portland, for a special fireside chat featuring Lance Armstrong, General Partner at Next Ventures, in conversation with T.A. McCann, Managing Director at Pioneer Square Labs. Together, they’ll explore the parallels between elite endurance sports and entrepreneurship, sharing insights on: Developing discipline and daily habits that drive long-term success Building resilience […]

Come discover what's building on the Westside. Join the Oregon Startup Center for a public Demo Day spotlighting standout companies on the rise, featuring past winners of the Beaverton Startup Challenge. For over a decade, the Oregon Startup Center has supported founders with programming and early funding. The winners of the Beaverton Startup Challenge have gone on […]

The Pegasus Ventures Startup World Cup (SWC) Portland Regional will take place on May 13, marking the inaugural event that brings a world-class global pitching competition to Oregon. As part of a coordinated effort with Upstart Collective’s Portland Startup Week, Business Oregon’s Oregon Innovation Showcase, Greater Portland Inc. (GPI), Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN), and other […]

Oregon Entrepreneurs Network’s PubTalks, presented by Columbia Bank, are where Oregon’s entrepreneurial energy comes to life. Part happy hour, part startup show-and-tell, and all about making great connections. We’re teaming up with our friends at Mid Oregon Credit Union and Oregon Frontier Innovation Hub for the May PubTalk on Wednesday, May 13th at 5:00 p.m. at the 1188 Brewing Company in John Day. Come for the conversation, stay […]

Career planning is challenging in the best of times, and with increased uncertainty around the future of science careers, it is helpful to have guidance on how to plan your professional trajectory. Women in Science Portland is happy to present Career Planning in Times of Uncertainty, a professional development mixer taking place on May 13 […]

Launched in 2007, Oregon Life Sciences’ Bio On networking series brings together our regional life sciences community for an evening of connection and conversation. Industry professionals, entrepreneurs, economic development experts, investors, service providers, students, and life science enthusiasts gather to build relationships and learn about the latest trends shaping the life sciences landscape. Join us for […]

Ready to demystify the money side of growing your business? We’ve got you. Join Xcelerate Women, OEN, Latino Founders, and the Metro Region Innovation Hub for Capital Literacy for Women Entrepreneurs—an event created to help women founders get clear, confident, and connected when it comes to raising capital. Whether you're bootstrapping your growth, eyeing your first investor, or just curious about […]

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When the Playbook Runs Out: Innovation and You 2.0 Innovation that changes the playing field, splinters the glass ceiling and grows talent requires hard work. And evolution, flexibility and scalability. On June 11, Oregon Bio Women will be in force to connect with each other and four of the brilliant minds of 6453 Forward, the Nike […]

Join OHSU Innovates for the third installment of the Drug Discovery Series, featuring Tom Scanlan, Ph.D., professor of chemical physiology and biochemistry at the OHSU School of Medicine and co-founder and scientific adviser to Autobahn Therapeutics, in conversation with Travis Cook, senior director of OHSU Innovates. This session will explore how discoveries from an academic lab can advance […]

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Featured Session: SBIR 101 Startup Cafe is a great opportunity for founders and startup partners to connect, learn, and level up. Free coffee and donuts throughout the event! Feel free to drop by for 10 minutes or stay the entire time...all are welcome! Register HERE

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Artificial intelligence is transforming how organizations conduct research, develop new technologies and bring innovations to market. As AI becomes an increasingly important tool for researchers, entrepreneurs and innovators, it is creating new opportunities as well as new questions around ownership, confidentiality, intellectual property and legal risk. Join attorneys Xavier Clark and Brittani Gambrell of Schwabe […]

Oregon Entrepreneurs Network’s PubTalks, presented by Columbia Bank, are where Oregon’s entrepreneurial energy comes to life. Part happy hour, part startup show-and-tell, and all about making great connections. We’re teaming up with our friends at Cascades West Innovation Hub and Economic Development Alliance of Lincoln County for the October PubTalk on Wednesday, October 14th at 5:00 p.m. at Primaltones in Newport. Come for the conversation, stay for […]