pitch Oregon
Pitch Oregon
Elevating Startups Across the Pacific Northwest
Are you an ambitious entrepreneur with a game-changing idea in Oregon or SW Washington? Pitch Oregon is your platform to shine. In 2025, we're continuing our impact with three pitch competitions held throughout the region, providing opportunities for startups to gain visibility, funding, and support.
Our mission is to accelerate the growth of traded-sector, technology, and tech-enabled startups by offering equity investment opportunities, significant cash prizes, and access to top-tier professional services. Pitch Oregon connects bold entrepreneurs with the investors, mentors, and resources needed to turn vision into reality.
Ready to pitch? Below, please find the competition in your area for detailed information and to apply, Westside Pitch, Columbia River Pitch, or the Collegiate Startup Challenge.
Interested in investing in the fund? Contact Ben.Nahir@oregon.tie.org, TiE Oregon Angel Chair.
For general questions, please contact Kari.Naone@oregon.tie.org, TiE Oregon Executive Director.
“TiE Oregon has been an essential supporter of my early entrepreneurial journey. Their mentorship and coaching have been instrumental. Yak was honored to pitch alongside other incredible local startups,” said Shannon Smith, Founder and CEO of Yak.
** Investments will only be made if the winning companies and the investors agree to the terms and conditions of the investments **
2025 PITCH COMPETITIONS OVERVIEW
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2025 Washington County
WESTSIDE PITCH: The premier event for local innovators! Join us in Washington County, the heart of Oregon's entrepreneurial ecosystem, and pitch your ideas for a chance to win investment, recognition, and vital resources.
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2025 Multnomah County and Clark County
COLUMBIA RIVER PITCH: Spanning the vibrant areas of Portland and Vancouver, this cross-border competition welcomes entrepreneurs from diverse sectors. This year, we've expanded our reach beyond Multnomah and Clark counties, inviting applications from across the region.
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New! State-Wide Challenge
TIE COLLEGIATE STARTUP CHALLENGE: Calling all Oregon college and university innovators - students, faculty, and alumni - Showcase your venture, gain exposure, and compete for high-value prizes.
SPONSORS
If you are interested in sponsoring Pitch Oregon - please contact Kari.Naone@oregon.tie.org.
2024 clackamas county pitch WINNERS
2024 Clackamas county Pitch Finalists
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Alpha Speech was founded by Dr. Katie Pierson, a certified speech-language pathologist who was recently recognized as a 2024 Pioneer by the Women's Aerospace Network. Alpha Speech is revolutionizing aerospace communication, training non-native English speakers to achieve their fullest potential through improved clear speech. Learn more…
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An LMS platform with AI-driven technology, Artclever enables the creation of personalized career roadmaps for design professionals. Founded by Maria Pokrovskaya, an architect and a professor turned entrepreneur founded and continues to grow this platform to bridge a gap between traditional Higher Education and Modern Creative Industries. Learn more…
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CareSpace is a platform designed to digitize musculoskeletal care via a mobile or webcam powered by visual AI learning to measure, and recommend personalized care pathways to improve outcomes at population health scale. Founded by David Richards, a serial entrepreneur with 16+ years of experience starting and building innovative companies. Learn more…
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Everfull is a sales-enablement platform for the experience economy (brick+mortar with camps, classes, events), combining Canva, Shopify, and Mailchimp to simplify offer creation, sales, and engagement. Learn more…
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FANWAGN is a re-commerce platform that serves as the ultimate connection point for fans of teams and athletes, enabling them to discover, purchase, and re-sell fan apparel. Founded by Lauren Teague, a speaker, and strategic business advisor who’s obsessed with fandom and building brands for great businesses. Learn more…
2024 Columbia River Pitch WINNERS
2024 Columbia River Pitch Finalists
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Make documents and presentations more engaging by adding audio or video narration. Add clarity and personalize any content you share. Learn more…
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Nourish and indulge with vegan chocolate mousse that tastes like dairy. Learn more…
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An AI Assistant for Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. Learn more…
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Producer of a direct therapeutic ultrasound device. Learn more...
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The oil change that comes to you. Learn more…
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An organic coffee substitute. Learn more...
2024 WESTSIDE Pitch WINNERS
2024 WESTSIDE Pitch Finalists
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A food robotics company, forging a world where people can come together over a cup of delicious bubble tea. Learn more…
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The fast, all-in-one hiring platform. Learn more…
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Individual single, serve artisian sauces. Learn more…
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Ourtifact captures the story of your love as a beautifully crafted, podcast-like audio keepsake. Learn more...
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Delivering Wine Country to your door. Learn more...
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Stiira is an easy-to-use leave management software solution that streamlines the entire leave process. Learn more…
2023 EARLY-STAGE FINALISTS & WINNERS
2023 EARLY-STAGE FINALISTS & WINNERS
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Providing “Clear Vision” affordably for children with the greatest need by with good quality, durable, and attractive pediatric prescription glasses at a cost of ~$10, within 10-15 minutes of their examination for children of the financially challenged families in the developing countries. Learn more…
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develop plant-powered water treatment and reuse systems for high-performance homes that offer greater water conservation and more comfortable living. Learn more…
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Custom-Branded Mobile Apps for a Low Monthly Subscription. Learn more…
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*Declined to attend
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(*Alternate) Providing a best in-class learning system that focuses on speech and language development through music, motion and interactive technology. Learn more…
2023 TECH / SOFTWARE FINALISTS & WINNERS
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Membio is a dynamic data platform that powers an entire ecosystem of marketing technology critical to MLSs and real estate associations. Learn more…
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Phosio serves the tech hardware industry with nano-imprintable high index optical materials for use in components such as Augmented Reality, OLED, μLED and more. Learn more…
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An amaking it easier for you to discover, plan and book your next adventure, all in one place. Learn more…
2023 CLEAN TECH FINALISTS & WINNERS
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A platform and service scaling zero waste solutions. Learn more…
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Developing the world’s first self-cleaning membrane elements for efficient water generation and reuse from various quality water sources. Learn more…
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A platform that solves the complex financial, technical, and logistical challenges associated with sourcing renewable energy to cover supply chain emissions. Learn more…
2023 LIFE SCIENCE FINALISTS & WINNERS
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Developing a new solution for patients with Alzheimer’s Disease, allowing them to live longer, independent lives. Learn more…
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Myoaligner® turnkey system empowers dentists to expand their services beyond general dentistry, bridge the gap between medical and dental and ultimately make specialty treatment more accessible. Learn more…
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A digital, proactive respiratory care platform helping medical groups, hospitals and ACOs test, monitor and track pulmonary patients. Learn more…
Make a donation or become a sponsor
Whether you plan to sponsor or contribute a tax-deductible donation, TiE Oregon ensures that your support is contributing to our next generation of innovators and strives to grow a workforce that understands the global marketplace and entrepreneurship.
Click below to make a donation, or more investment information contact Ben Nahir, TiE Oregon Angel Program Director – ben.nahir@oregon.tie.org.
