Venture capital is a form of risk equity financing provided by professionally managed firms/funds to emerging and later-stage companies believed to have high growth potential or those having demonstrated high growth in terms of number of employees, annual revenue or both. Some local and national examples of venture firms that have invested in science-based companies are listed below.
Pitch Oregon is still at it, showcasing the talent and innovation of Pacific Northwest founders. Each year, Pitch Oregon brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and mentors from the region, creating a collaborative and dynamic environment for launching startups on their growth journeys.
Winners of the growth categories for Pitch Oregon 2023 will receive investment through a special purpose vehicle (SPV). A cash prize will be awarded to the Early-Stage winner.
Last year, $875K was invested in six companies, and we’re expecting approximately the same again in 2023!
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What is Pitch Oregon? The event is organized by The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE), whose mission is to foster entrepreneurship through mentoring, networking, education, funding and incubation. With a focus of giving back to the community, TiE’s focus is on generating and nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs.
TiE was founded in 1992 in Silicon Valley by a group of successful entrepreneurs, corporate executives, & senior professionals. There are currently more than 12,000 members and over 1,800 charter members in 61 chapters in 12 countries.
Over the last 25 years of existence TiE Chapters around the world has become a vibrant platform for entrepreneurs, professionals, industry leaders, investors to interact with one another & forge long lasting relationships.