westside pitch
westside pitch
Look no further than the Washington County Pitch Competition—the premier platform for entrepreneurs in the heart of Oregon!
Eligible competitors include all entrepreneurs that either operate their business or live in Washington County. Selected businesses will have developed a unique product or service solution that solves a big problem in a national or international market.
Companies will compete for equity investments, cash prizes, as well as in-kind services provided by local businesses. Additionally, the event offers a great opportunity to increase the visibility of the businesses to both investors and the general public.
Westside Pitch is 1 of 3 Pitch Oregon Pitch Competitions taking place in the Portland Metro area including Washington, Multnomah, Clackamas, and Clark counties.
Applications for Westside Pitch 2025 have closed. If you have questions on your application contact us for more info.
Westside Pitch will take place on May 8th. Click below to attend!
** Investments will only be made if the winning companies and the investors agree to the terms and conditions of the investments **
2025 WESTSIDE Pitch Finalists
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BLKBOOK is a virtual speed networking platform optimized in real-time by AI to address the problem of time-consuming and ineffective professional networking and sales outreach. This solution allows users to uncover hidden career and business opportunities through 1-to-1 video chats with targeted prospects to instantly assess relevance and build stronger relationships faster.
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Funnr is a mobile app designed to simplify how parents coordinate playdates for their children. This app allows users to see and book available play times with their children's friends utilizing AI for predictive playdate recommendations, and provides instantly shareable calendar access.
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Lac to Love aims to empower mothers to breastfeed with confidence by addressing the challenges and lack of support many experience. Lac to Love offers a solution through an "AI Lactation Coach" and a unified support system that includes physicians and lactation consultants, accessible via the internet and social media.
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Sez Us is a new pro-democracy social media platform built on a reputation engine prioritizing respectful communication in a bot-free environment, where consumers own their data, can eventually move seamlessly through platforms, and facilitate a new transparent, healthy reputation-based economic model for creators and advertisers.
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Surgivance is a medical technology company specializing in advanced surgical visualization and navigation solutions. Their flagship products use cutting-edge imaging and augmented reality technologies to help surgeons see critical anatomical details in real time during complex procedures.
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Tortis Sportswear aims to provide women with the best swim, cycling, and run apparel all in one place. Tortis focuses on addressing the frustration female endurance athletes face when trying to find suitable gear, as the endurance sports industry has traditionally focused on men's needs, often overlooking women's shopping behaviors and specific apparel needs.
2025 DETAILS
When: Thursday, May 8th
Time: 4:00 PM
Where: Hidden Creek Community Center, 5100 Northeast Hidden Creek Dr. Hillsboro, OR 97124
Cost: Free for Charter Members/ $15 TiE Oregon Members / $25 Non Members
SPONSORS
If you are interested in sponsoring Westside Pitch, please contact Kari.Naone@oregon.tie.org.







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…
Make a donation or become a sponsor
Whether you plan to sponsor or contribute a tax-deductible donation, TiE Oregon/TiE Oregon Foundation 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 contact Kari.Naone@oregon.tie.org for more information.
GET INVOLVED / CONTACT:
Kari Naone
TiE Oregon Executive Director
Kari.Naone@oregon.tie.org
