TIE WOMEN
TiE Women is dedicated to Embrace, Engage and Empower women entrepreneurs across the globe. The program is focused on women entrepreneurs, irrespective of their, origins, standing or background. TiE Women is part of the larger Global TiE Women’s Program.
The TiE Women Pacific Northwest program consists of a series of local workshops and culminates with one women-led business from the region competing in the TiE Global Regional Semi-finals. The top six companies of that competition go on to compete in the TiE Global Pitch Competition at the TiE Global Summit. They compete for equity and prize money along the way.
Timeline:
June 30, 2026 | Application Deadline
July 22nd | Workshop #1 - TiE Women Overview
July 29th | Workshop #2 - Fueling the Founder
Aug 5th | Workshop #29 - Raising Capital as a Women Founder
August 12th | Regional Pitch Competition
2026 judges
Check back for the 2026 Judges
Eligibility criteria
One woman-led business from this Region will have the chance to compete at TiE Women Global for equity-free prize money, available to both winners and runners-up.
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Eligible startups must be female-founded or co-founded.
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The female founder or co-founder must own at least 33% of the company’s equity.
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The business should have been established within the last seven years, with the company registration dated no earlier than January 1, 2018.
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Preference is given to startups that are currently seeking funding to facilitate their growth and development.
Make a donation or become a MENTOR OR 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:
Ivo Lukas
TiE Oregon President Elect / Program Lead
ivo@24notion.tv
Kari Naone
Executive Director
kari.naone@oregon.tie.org
2025 WINNERS
BEST OVERALL
1ST PLACE
2ND PLACE
2024 WINNER
ASHLEY CRAFTON
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AT GALENA INNOVATIONS, 2024 TIE WOMEN OREGON WINNER
Ashley Crafton is a dedicated obstetric nurse with a distinguished 16-year career, demonstrating a profound passion for family, exceptional medical expertise, and unwavering empathy for women and children.
2024 state competition FINALISTS
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Innovating the field of Life Sciences with a medical device that aims to prevent preterm birth. Learn more…
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Private workspaces and meeting spaces, rentable by the day. Learn more…
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Crafting non-alcoholic cocktails with bold, bitter flavors for a sophisticated drinking experience. Learn more…
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Revolutionizing the boba experience with healthier, sustainable options. Learn more…
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A hiring solution for the hospitality industry connecting employers to the right employee right when they need them. Learn more…
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Virtual care designed specifically for the lifelong hormonal health journey. Learn more…
2023 WINNER
PALLAVI PANDE
FOUNDER/OWNER DTOCS, 2023 TIE WOMEN OREGON WINNER
“When I won the TiE Women Oregon State Competition, I didn’t know that TiE was going to take care of me, and cover my costs to compete at TiE Global. Everyone was so helpful. TiE has played a very important role in my life, and I feel fortunate I now have a global network for support.”
2023 FINALISTS
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Innovations in sustainable business practices. Learn more…
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Eco-friendly tableware revolution. Learn more…
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Products designed with women's needs in mind.
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Pioneering gentle healthcare solutions. Learn more…
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Leather goods with a 100% traceable supply chain. Learn more…
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Safety applications for female empowerment.
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Innovating eyelid surgery, to make vision and appearance-enhancing procedure available to anyone. Learn more…
previous FINALISTS
In case you missed it, you can watch last year’s competition on our Youtube Channel @tieoregon
