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Startup Now! Oregon

Because we Believe in Oregon Entrepreneurs!

Group type: Club
Focus: Business Plans
Organizer: Non-profit
Funding: Corporate Sponsors, Government Grants, Self-generated Revenue, University Support
Industries: Biotech, Cleantech, Computing, Education, Entertainment, Financial, Food and Drink, Gaming, Health, Information Technology, Internet, Lifestyle, Media, Mobile, Nanotech, Real Estate, Retail, Sports, Travel
Location: Oregon
Website: http://younoodle.com/groups/startupnoworegon

ABOUT US

We support a thriving community of entrepreneurs that love Oregon, need investment, pledge to return capital to the state and grow jobs locally.

Our first event on March 19th, 2009 drew approximately 300 people, received over 200 Oregon Entrepreneur Pledge Forms and had over 75 two-minute presentations - see the attached video.

Our second event on April 7th, 2009 in Medford/Ashland drew approximately 75 people, received over 30 Oregon Entrepreneur Pledge Forms and had over 20 presentations.

So what's next?
- we are in dialogue with the Oregon State Treasurer's office regarding the creation and management of this fund
- we are working with media regarding the rationale behind smaller investments in start-up companies, the newest research on the returns for these types of investments and the potential job creation impact of such a strategy.

We won't stop until a fund for Oregon's best entrepreneurs is established.

VIDEO

COMMENTS (2)

  • Ian Fisk Ian Fisk wrote (9 months ago):

    The William James Foundation has announced 8 competitions that together provide $100,000 in cash and in kind support for sustainable entrepreneurs. Entrants can be of any age or from anywhere in the world. First round deadline is December 4th. Details at: www.williamjamesfoundation.org/press.

  • William Graham William Graham wrote (1 year ago):

    I'm looking for some validation that this is a legitmate site before posting much. Please, whomever is for real, send a message. Once validated, I will post my entire start up profile.

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  • Jeff Martens

    Progressive experience in strategic analysis at industry leading organizations including software and consumer products; Finance, forecasting, planning, and inventory expertise; Project management involving both operations and technology solutions.

  • kent Anderson

    Im Not living a dream Im Fighting for a Dream a Global Rights of people To use to share own the Brand FUTURE Vs Outhers want to own the Brand FUTURE . I see FUTURE IP Brand as a way to help people , and countries To work Together , dev new ideas help

  • Scott Cook

    Entrepreneur currently involved in two businesses - An established Internet company and an Energy-Efficiency Startup.

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    Web CEO has been developing the software suite and online education platform to be used for website optimization for visitors and search engines

  • Cedar Glen Water LLC

    Cedar Glen Water LLC was formed in 2007 as the bottled water division for Cedar Hills Brewing, Inc..Cedar Glen Water is a sister company to HighPlains Development Group LLC and HighPlains Beverage LLC. Investors/partners are being sought.

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    EkaTetra redefines the computer keyboard. EkaPad is naturally ergonomic, provides ubiquitous mobility, and is personal.