Bend Venture Conference

Each fall hundreds of entrepreneurs and investors from around the country descend on beautiful Bend, Oregon for a two-day celebration of Central Oregon’s entrepreneurial community. Now in its 21st year, BVC is the longest standing angel investment conference in the Pacific Northwest and has served as a hub for entrepreneurship in the region. Since its inception, investors have awarded over $14 million to participating startups.As Central Oregon’s flagship entrepreneurship event, BVC creates an opportunity to connect prominent investors and industry leaders with startup founders looking to scale. With separate categories for growth, early stage and new economy companies, BVC aims to garner as much exposure for participating companies as possible and serves as a catalyst for additional funding for the portfolio of companies that participate.. Throughout the event, attendees hear company pitches, break away for networking events and learn from aspiring entrepreneurs and industry thought leaders.For more information, visitwww.bendvc.com.