Events

Location

Online/Zoom

Intellectual property (IP) protection is critical for companies in every industry. Whether you operate in technology, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, consumer goods or services, IP rights can help secure the value you've built into your offering, from product design and processes to branding, marketing and unique business methods.

Join us online on Tuesday, August 12, from 8:30 to 10am for a discussion with Tonkon Torp Partner Parna Mehrbani (see Parna's LinkedIn profile) on the vital role IP protection plays in defending brand identity, driving innovation and creating long-term business value across industries.

Session Focus:

• Trademarks: Protecting brand names, logos and slogans
• Trade Dress: Safeguarding the visual appearance of products or packaging
• Copyrights: Covering original content, software and creative assets
• Trade Secrets: Preserving confidential business information and know-how

No matter your sector, understanding IP is key to protecting your business.

There is no cost for OEN members, and non-members pay $5 to participate. Not yet an OEN member? Join today, and you can get to join in on future Business Essentials events.

Register here!

Location

McMenamins Roadhouse, Hillsboro

Calling all women in the bioscience industry! 

We invite you to a relaxed gathering on August 14 from 4-5pm, which is right before OBI's 5-7pm Bio on Tap event.

At this intimate and casual event, foster connections and enjoy the camaraderie among women working in bioscience. It’s an excellent opportunity to connect with your bio-colleagues in our community. Attendees will have the chance to network, share insights and form valuable connections. We believe in the power of networking and the incredible potential it holds for our industry. Don’t miss out on this exciting occasion.

McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse is located at:

4045 Northeast Cornelius Pass Road
The Octagonal Barn
Hillsboro, OR 97124

Learn more and register here!

Location

McMenamins Roadhouse, Hillsboro

Join us on August 14 from 5 to 8pm for aife 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, from 5 to 8pm.

Bio on the Rocks—part of OBA's regionally rotating "Bio On" series, launched in 2007—brings together Oregon's vibrant bioscience community for an evening of connection, engagement, and education. 

Whether you are a biotech veteran, new to the trade, or simply curious - all are welcome.

McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse is located at:

4045 Northeast Cornelius Pass Road
The Octagonal Barn
Hillsboro, OR 97124

Learn more and register!

Location

McMenamins Mission Theater, Portland

The Angel Oregon Technology (AOTech) Investment Announcement Mixer takes place on August 18 from 4 - 7pm at McMenamins Mission Theater.

Regional startup founders will be in the running to earn an equity investment from the Angel Oregon Technology investor group and will pitch their companies on the main stage. The featured speaker is Paresh Patel, founder and CEO of PayRange. AOTech Investors will announce the investment finalist, who'll receive $100,000! If you like what you see on stage, attendees are welcome to join the Angel Oregon Technology investment fund up until the close of the event, please contact Cara Turano for additional information.

Learn more here!
Register here!

Meet the 2025 AOTech finalists:

Hindsight VIP - Visual blockchain explorer and trusted platform for Web3 enthusiasts and experts.
Chandler Schaak, Founder & CEO

Life2Launch - Life and career launching system that is youth-driven, industry-connected, and focused on community well-being.
Denise Ker Waldron, Executive Director

Stiira - Simplifying leave management process with specialized software, built by leave experts.
Calvin Gower, CEO & Co-Founder and Casey Rillahan, Vice President of Sales & Co-Founder

Topsail - Sales execution platform that keeps reps above water and focused on closing ~ increasing revenue and velocity, effortlessly.
Austin Buell, Co-Founder & Jamie McGaw, Co-Founder

Yak - Reimagining the audit process to empower auditors with tools that make compliance smarter, faster, and more efficient.
Shannon Smith, Founder

Location

Online/Zoom

NSF regularly hosts one-hour virtual Q&As for startups and small businesses to learn about NSF's SBIR/STTR programs.

The August 21 Intro to America's Seed Fund takes place from 11am - 12pm PDT.

In addition to this session, Intro to America's Seed Fund will be held at the same time on: September 18, October 16 and November 13.

There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.

Location

Worthy Brewing, Bend

Join the Oregon Bioscience Association on August 28 in Bend 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.
• Refreshments: Enjoy a selection of appetizers and beverages while mingling with fellow attendees in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you're looking to advance your career, find a mentor, or simply expand your professional network, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with others who share your experiences and aspirations. Come prepared to share your story, exchange ideas, and be inspired by the collective strength of our vibrant community.

Learn more and register here!

Location

Online/Zoom

NSF regularly hosts one-hour introductions for startups and small businesses learn about the agency's SBIR/STTR programs.

The September 2 Zoom NSF SBIR/STTR Phase I overview will runs from 11am - 12pm PDT.

The Preparing your NSF SBIR/STTR Phase I Proposal session will be held at the same time on: September 30, October 28 and November 20; also, on October 21, the event will be in the afternoon from 3pm - 4pm. 

There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.

Location

Online/Zoom

The U.S. National Science Foundation invites you to join an NSF Innovation Corps (I-Corps™) Teams webinar on September 4 from 9 - 10am PDT.

NSF I-Corps is an immersive, entrepreneurial training program that facilitates the transformation of invention to impact. This seven-week experiential training program prepares scientists and engineers to extend their focus beyond the university laboratory—accelerating the economic and societal benefits of NSF-funded and other basic research projects that are ready to move toward commercialization. Learn more about the Teams Program.

The webinar will include a brief presentation followed by time for questions.

This Intro to NSF I-Corps webinar will be held again on October 2 and November 6.

There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.

Location

Online/Zoom

Angel Oregon Life & Bioscience (AOBIO) is designed to support early-stage life and bioscience startups based in Oregon and Southwest Washington by offering investment-readiness education, connectivity within the local bioscience community, and the opportunity to receive an equity investment from local angel investors.

The program is one in a series of Angel Oregon events facilitated by Oregon Entrepreneurs Network in collaboration with ONAMI, Oregon Bioscience Association, Oregon Bioscience Incubator/OTRADI, and OHSU.

Like the in the Spring 2025 program, the September cohort will particiipate in an online three-week investment-readiness series for life and bioscience startups at any stage of development. Courses take place on Thursdays from 8:30 to 10:00am and will cover:

• September 4:  Capital Readiness for Bio Startups
• September 11: Valuations and Cap Tables for Bio Startups
• September 18: Due Diligence for Bio Startups

In addition, the program will include an in-person pitch practice at OBI/OTRADI on Thursday, September 25 from from 11am to 1pm with feedback from regional thought leaders.

Learn more and register here!

Location

Online

Based on NSF’s I-CorpsTM program, BIP Corp's 6-week course will help you connect with potential customers and better understand the market potential for your research project, protocol, service or prototype. This online-only course is hosted by OHSU's Oregon Clinical & Translational Research Institute, and the structure is flexible for participants, with a blend of synchronous and asynchronous learning.  

Participants might be individuals or teams of clinicians, scientists, postdocs, residents, graduate/medical students or entrepreneurs with an early-stage biomedical innovation or idea. The BIP Corp teaching team includes experienced biotech industry founders and executives, academic entrepreneurs and product development specialists.

There is no cost to participate in this program.

Schedule:

September 12    Intro to I-Corps & Customer Discovery 
September 19    Market Analysis and Competition 
September 26    FDA / Regulatory Strategies 
October 3       exGo-to-Market Case Studies 
October 10       xStorytelling for Pitches 
October 17       xTeam Presentations 

* All sessions are on Fridays from 9 - 11am.

Activities and outcomes:

• Determine the commercial viability of your innovation 
• Develop a successful business case to secure funding and attract collaborators 
• Expand your network of innovation partners, mentors, and potential investors 
• Further your research idea and gain preliminary data for research grants and SBIR/STTR proposals 

Non-OHSU participants are welcome. 

Register here!

Questions? Contact Melissa Mudd, Innovation Alliance Manager, OCTRI muddm@ohsu.edu

Location

Online/Zoom

Angel Oregon Life & Bioscience (AOBIO) is designed to support early-stage life and bioscience startups based in Oregon and Southwest Washington by offering investment-readiness education, connectivity within the local bioscience community, and the opportunity to receive an equity investment from local angel investors.

The program is one in a series of Angel Oregon events facilitated by Oregon Entrepreneurs Network in collaboration with ONAMI, Oregon Bioscience Association, Oregon Bioscience Incubator/OTRADI, and OHSU.

The September cohort will particiipate in an online three-week investment-readiness series for life and bioscience startups at any stage of development. (The first session, Capital Readiness for Bio Startups, took place on September 4.) Courses take place on Thursdays from 8:30 to 10:00am and will cover:

• September 11: Valuations and Cap Tables for Bio Startups
• September 18: Due Diligence for Bio Startups

In addition, the program will include an in-person pitch practice at OBI/OTRADI on Thursday, September 25 from from 11am to 1pm with feedback from regional thought leaders.

Learn more and register here!

Location

Oregon Bioscience Incubator, Portland

Join us for on September 11 for an exciting evening of innovation, inspiration and connection at the Annual Startup Spotlight Expo, hosted by the Oregon Bioscience Incubator. This can't-miss event highlights the groundbreaking work of OBI's resident startups in biotech, health and life sciences.

Explore exhibits, meet the brilliant minds behind the science, and discover the technologies that are shaping the future of health and innovation. The evening will also feature a panel of industry experts discussing the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in biotech and life sciences.

Your ticket includes:

• Admission to the expo and expert panel
• Appetizers and refreshments
• Access to a vibrant networking environment in our beautiful, state-of-the-art event center

Don’t miss this chance to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the incredible work happening in our community. We can’t wait to see you there.

Learn more and register to attend!

Location

Online/Zoom

Angel Oregon Life & Bioscience (AOBIO) is designed to support early-stage life and bioscience startups based in Oregon and Southwest Washington by offering investment-readiness education, connectivity within the local bioscience community, and the opportunity to receive an equity investment from local angel investors.

The program is one in a series of Angel Oregon events facilitated by Oregon Entrepreneurs Network in collaboration with ONAMI, Oregon Bioscience Association, Oregon Bioscience Incubator/OTRADI, and OHSU.

The September cohort will particiipate in an online three-week investment-readiness series for life and bioscience startups at any stage of development. (The first two sessions, Capital Readiness for Bio Startups and Due Diligence for Bio Startups, took place on September 4 and 11, respectively.) The Course take place on Thursdays from 8:30 to 10:00am and will cover:

• 8:30 to 10:00am on Thursday, September 18: Due Diligence for Bio Startups

The program will include an in-person pitch practice at OBI/OTRADI on Thursday, September 25 from from 11am to 1pm with feedback from regional thought leaders.

Learn more and register here!