PITCH POLISH

About Pitch Polish: Preparing Founders for Investment

Pitch Polish - is a TiE Oregon program designed to help faculty researchers, postdoctoral scholars, graduate students, and emerging startup companies become investment-ready and prepare for successful investor engagement and fundraising.

In partnership with the OSU Advantage Accelerator at Oregon State University, the four-day program combines hands-on training, individualized coaching, and mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and investors. Participants refine their pitch, business strategy, financial projections, and fundraising approach—preparing them for the conversations that go beyond the pitch.

The 2026 bootcamp will take place November 16–19 in Corvallis, with virtual participation available. The program will culminate in a live pitch competition, where up to six finalists will present to investors and members of Oregon's entrepreneurial community. TiE Oregon's goal is to raise $20,000 through a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to invest in the winning company, with additional cash and in-kind awards also potentially available.