BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID;X-RICAL-TZSOURCE=TZINFO:-//Calagator//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN X-WR-CALNAME:Calagator METHOD:PUBLISH VERSION:2.0 BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID;X-RICAL-TZSOURCE=TZINFO:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20080309T020000 RDATE:20080309T020000 RDATE:20090308T020000 RDATE:20100314T020000 RDATE:20110313T020000 RDATE:20120311T020000 RDATE:20130310T020000 RDATE:20140309T020000 RDATE:20150308T020000 RDATE:20160313T020000 RDATE:20170312T020000 RDATE:20180311T020000 RDATE:20190310T020000 RDATE:20200308T020000 RDATE:20210314T020000 RDATE:20220313T020000 RDATE:20230312T020000 RDATE:20240310T020000 RDATE:20250309T020000 RDATE:20260308T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20081102T020000 RDATE:20081102T020000 RDATE:20091101T020000 RDATE:20101107T020000 RDATE:20111106T020000 RDATE:20121104T020000 RDATE:20131103T020000 RDATE:20141102T020000 RDATE:20151101T020000 RDATE:20161106T020000 RDATE:20171105T020000 RDATE:20181104T020000 RDATE:20191103T020000 RDATE:20201101T020000 RDATE:20211107T020000 RDATE:20221106T020000 RDATE:20231105T020000 RDATE:20241103T020000 RDATE:20251102T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080905T171202Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T080000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20080905T171202Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081012T161801Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250455688 DESCRIPTION:It starts with a simple seed. But from that seed grows strong \, vibrant and sustainable companies that are ripe for investment. Ventu re Northwest (formerly Venture Oregon) is the premier forum for new and emerging investment opportunities in exciting companies from Oregon\, Wa shington\, and throughout the Pacific Northwest. Learn about the region' s growth segments\, explore exciting new technology and research\, and c onnect with entrepreneurs from the area's hottest emerging companies inc luding nanotech\, microtech\, bioscience\, sustainability and more. \ ;\nThis annual conference draws institutional investors and investment b ankers from across the western US who are interested in the emerging com panies that the Northwest has to offer. Companies that have presented at Venture Oregon have raised over $1.3 billion in venture capital since 1 996 and over $68 million in angel investment.* \;\n*Not all companies who presented had investments reported in Venture Source \;\nInteres ted in applying to present at Venture Northwest 2008? If so\, then visit the Venture Northwest 2008 Application &\; Guidelines page for more information.\n\nTags: oen\, tvg\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/e vents/1250455688 URL:http://www.oen.org/ SUMMARY:Venture Northwest 2008 LOCATION:Portland Marriott (Downtown): 1401 SW Naito Parkway\, Portland O regon 97201 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T220441Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081111T193000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081111T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T220441Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T220741Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250456057 DESCRIPTION:White Buffalo\, 4040 Westcliff Drive\, Hood River \;\n5:30 -7:30 PM \;\nAdmission: $10 in advance\; $15 at the door \;\nInfor mation: 541-387-6863 \;\n\n\nTags: tvg\, oen\n\nImported from: http:/ /calagator.org/events/1250456057 SUMMARY:OEN Gorge PubTalk LOCATION:White Buffalo Wines: 4040 Westcliff Dr\, Hood River OR 97031 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T221147Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081118T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081118T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T221147Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T221147Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250456061 DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Jefferson Grapevine\, a gathering of business entrepreneurs\, investors\, bankers\, and others interested in promotin g new business development in Southern Oregon. Jefferson Grapevine event s celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship in Southern Oregon and strive to provide a unique forum where leaders of growing businesses can netwo rk with fellow entrepreneurs\, key advisors\, business professionals and qualified funding sources. Featured speakers for our November gathering will be David Chen of the Oregon Innovation Council and Bob Ward of Cap ybara Ventures. \;\n \;\nTo register for this event\, please visit the SOREDI website at www.soredi.org. \n\nTags: oen\, tvg\n\nImported f rom: http://calagator.org/events/1250456061 SUMMARY:Jefferson Grapevine SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081124T195939Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081204T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081204T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081124T195939Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081124T195939Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250456167 DESCRIPTION:Doing anything in a vacuum is not a good idea\, so why would you go it alone when starting your business? Creating an effective advis ory board can be an inexpensive way to learn from experts who have done it before. You also can gain credibility and you can get connections tha t can help propel your business forward. \;\n \;\nAttend this webi nar led by serial entrepreneurs Spencer Brown and Jim Moon and learn wha t ideas a CEO should consider when forming an advisory board and/or a go verning board for their start-up company. They will also discuss the fol lowing topics every entrepreneur must consider when forming an advisory board: \;\n \;\n * Forming your Board \;\n * Managing you r Board \;\n * Compensating your Board \;\n * Replacing your Board Members \;\n * Using your Board Effectively \;\n * Ho lding your Board Accountable \;\n \;\n \;\nSpeakers - Spencer B rown and Jim Moon \;\n \;\nSpencer Brown \;\nSpencer Brown is c urrently consulting for companies preparing for mergers and acquisitions . His prior management experience includes roles as Chief Executive Offi cer\, President\, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer at both private and public companies that include Euro RSCG Portland\, 800.com\, Now Sof tware\, Sundance Electronics\, TriQuint Semiconductor\, GigaBit Logic\, CR Technology\, and Compact Video. Spencer combines his operational and management expertise with his substantial finance experience\, and has m anaged several mergers and acquisitions aggregating over $250 million. S pencer is also a retired Certified Public Accountant\, and is a member o f the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He has been a guest speaker at U.C.L.A.'s Graduate School of Management\, Marylhurst U niversity\, University of Portland\, Portland State University\, Concord ia University\, George Fox University and the University of Oregon Law S chool of Entrepreneurship. \;\n \;\nJim Moon\, MSEE\, Chief Execut ive Officer\, Lifecom \;\nPrior to becoming CEO of Lifecom\, Mr. Moon was CEO of Serveron Corporation. He was the founder and CEO of Protocol Systems. Under his leadership Protocol Systems pioneered portable patie nt-monitoring equipment that remains the standard of the industry. Mr. M oon served as chairman of the Oregon Chapter of the American Electronics Association. He held engineering and management positions with SpaceLab s\, Intel\, and ESL\, Inc. He holds bachelor's and master's degrees in e lectrical engineering from Santa Clara University. \n\nTags: oen\, tvg\n \nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250456167 URL:http://www.memberservicecenter.org/irmweb/wc.dll/orporntw?id=orporntw &doc=events/event&kn=48 SUMMARY:OEN Advisory Board Formation and Governance\, with Spence Brown a nd Jim Moon LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090105T035217Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090106T193000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090106T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090105T035217Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090105T035217Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250456378 DESCRIPTION: * Appetizers will be served \;\n * Open to the publ ic \;\n * Door prizes &\; gift certificates \;\n * Networ king mixers \;\n * Space is limited \;\n * Cost is just $5&# 13\;\n\n\nTags: ama\, paf\, sao\, secp\, prsa\, aiga\, oen\, asmp\n\nImp orted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250456378 URL:http://www.ama-pdx.org/event/archive/event20090106.htm SUMMARY:AMA: Connect Networking 4 LOCATION:Rogue Distillery & Public House: 1339 NW Flanders\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090818T175504Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090113T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090113T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090818T175504Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090818T175504Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457568 DESCRIPTION:OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalk - Call for Applications - Due Frida y\, December 4 at 5:00 PM \;\n \;\nOEN's Seed Oregon is a unique c ompetition held during four consecutive PubTalk events. The competition is for Oregon and Southwest Washington seed-stage companies who are seek ing capital within the range of $100\,000 to $2\,000\,000. One winner fr om each preliminary round will move on to a championship round\, where a finalist will earn a coveted presenting opportunity at OEN's Angel Oreg on\, the premier angel investing event in the Northwest. \;\n \;\n Nine presenting companies in total will be selected to compete in the 20 09-2010 Seed Oregon tournament. Each will have 10 minutes to present the ir concept to the PubTalk audience\, followed by a 10 minute Q&\;A se ssion. Three companies will compete at each of the preliminary rounds\, with the audience voting for the winning presentations to move to the ch ampionship round. \;\n \;\nOnline registration for this event clos es Wednesday\, January 13th. Please register at the door after that time . \;\n \;\nDate and Time: January 13th\, 2009\, 5:15 pm - 7:00 pm \;\nLocation: Bridgeport Brewpub - 1313 NW Marshall\, Portland\, Ore gon \;\nRegistration to attend: OEN Member: $15\, Non-member: $25 \;\n \;\nPrice to submit application: \;\nMember: $75 (includes en try at one PubTalk and the Seed Oregon application fee) \;\nNon-Membe r: $174 (includes entry at one PubTalk\, a discounted one year OEN indiv idual membership {$26 savings}\, and the Seed Oregon application fee)\n\ nTags: oen\, pubtalk\, seed oregon\, round 3\n\nImported from: http://ca lagator.org/events/1250457568 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=101 SUMMARY: OEN PubTalk™ - Seed Oregon - Round 3 LOCATION:BridgePort Brew Pub: 1313 Nw Marshall St\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T220545Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090113T193000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090113T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T220545Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090102T183039Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250456058 DESCRIPTION:WHEN Tuesday\, January 13\, 2009 \;\n5:30-7:30 PM \;\nW HERE White Buffalo\, 4040 Westcliff Drive\, Hood River \;\n(Exit 62 o ff I-84 next to Charburger) \;\nWHAT PubTalk™ is an informal event th at provides ample time for networking before the program. Typically\, tw o early stage companies present 10 minute pitches to the audience direct ly after the keynote speaker. These companies are most commonly seeking advisors or capital investment. As well-seasoned executives\, keynote sp eakers provide advice and guidance related to many of the issues\, chall enges\, and opportunities entrepreneurs will face along the path to succ ess. \;\nWHO ATTENDS Entrepreneurs\, investors\, leaders of local com panies\, business professionals\, consultants\, and service professional s. \;\nAGENDA 5:30 Networking – Drinks &\; Snacks \;\n6:15 Keyn ote Speaker: “Preparing your Company for Angel Investment” by Kirk Wrigh t \;\n7:00 Early Stage Company Presentations \;\n7:30 Adjourn for More Networking \;\nADMISSION $10 – includes program &\; snacks 3\;\nRSVP Contact Bill Fashing\, Hood River County Office of Economic De velopment\, 541-387-6863\, bill.fashing@co.hood-river.or.us by January 9 . Send checks payable to Hood River County to Hood River County Office o f Economic Development\, 601 State Street\, Hood River\, OR 97301.\n\nTa gs: tvg\, oen\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250456058 URL:http://www.gorgeangelconference.com/about_hrpt.php SUMMARY:Hood River PubTalk LOCATION:White Buffalo Wines: 4040 Westcliff Dr\, Hood River OR 97031 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T222109Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090211T193000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090211T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T222109Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T222109Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250456064 DESCRIPTION:\n\nTags: tvg\, oen\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/ev ents/1250456064 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk - Seed Oregon Tournament\, Round 4 LOCATION:BridgePort Brew Pub: 1313 Nw Marshall St\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T220623Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090310T193000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090310T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T220623Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090102T183156Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250456059 DESCRIPTION:White Buffalo\, 4040 Westcliff Drive\, Hood River \;\n5:30 -7:30 PM \;\nAdmission: $10 in advance\; $15 at the door \;\nInfor mation: 541-387-6863 \;\n\n\nTags: tvg\, oen\n\nImported from: http:/ /calagator.org/events/1250456059 SUMMARY:Hood River PubTalk LOCATION:White Buffalo Wines: 4040 Westcliff Dr\, Hood River OR 97031 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090326T201932Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090417T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090417T124500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090326T201932Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090326T202447Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250456895 DESCRIPTION:Price: \;\nOEN Member Fee: $45.00 \;\nNon-member Fee (i ncludes a one-year OEN Individual Membership): $144.00 \;\n \;\nVi sit the OEN events page to register: \;\nhttp://www.memberservicecent er.org/irmweb/wc.dll/orporntw?id=orporntw&\;doc=events \;\n \;\ nOff the record with a CEO is an opportunity to visit two successful Ore gon entrepreneurs in their place of business. \;\n \;\nParticipant s will briefly tour the business facility\, then spend about an hour and a half with the host entrepreneur\, asking questions regarding lessons learned through their entrepreneurial experience. Attendees have benefit ed from frank discussions about the unique challenges the entrepreneurs faced during the growth phase as well as what challenges lie ahead. Afte r they've completed the second visit\, the tour ends at a pub for some n etworking. \;\n \;\nThe companies featured in the April's "\;O ff the Record"\; are Castor &\; Pollux with CEO Brian Connolly an d AboutUs with CEO Ray King. \;\n \;\nCastor Pollux: Castor &\; Pollux Pet Works® is a leader in organic and natural products for pets. They are dedicated to uncompromised quality\, they celebrate pets in pe ople's lives\, and are committed to feeding pets in need. \;\n \;\ nAbout us: AboutUs is a wiki for and about businesses\, organizations\, blogs\, forums\, and really anything or anyone that has a website. About Us aims to provide you with both an introduction to sites in the areas y ou care about as well as a way to share your knowledge of those websites . \;\n \;\nCome learn how these CEOs are succeeding despite really challenging economic times. \;\n \;\nSpeakers \;\nBrian Connol ly - Pack Leader\, Castor &\; Pollux \;\nA 20-year veteran of the premium pet industry\, Brian began his career as a Hong Kong distributor for Iams Company\, expanding first to Taiwan and South Korea. In 1991\, he began consulting to Iams to drive distribution in New Zealand\, Taiw an\, Singapore\, Malaysia\, Thailand and Japan. \;\n \;\nIn 1993\, Brian and his wife and business partner Shelley Gunton acquired T&\; K Pet Products in Portland\, building the business from $4 million in re venues to $26 million in 1999. \;\n \;\nIn 2000\, he and Shelley l aunched Pet Appeal\, Inc. d/b/a Castor &\; Pollux Pet Works. C&\;P produces Organix\, the leading brand of dog and cat organic food and tr eats\, the Natural Ultramix brand of natural food\, and Cesar Milan's Do g Whisperer food line. \;\n \;\nBrian lives in Portland with his w ife and three children. He holds an MBA degree in international marketin g from the University of Western Ontario. \;\n \;\nRay King is the CEO of Aboutus.orgRay has worked at four startups and enjoys the techni cal and business challenges that go along with birthing totally new idea s. In high school he and a friend launched "\;The Computer Workshop& quot\; to train students on the use of Apple II's and IBM PCs. This comp any was featured on EyeWitness news and the New York Times. Several year s later\, while in college at M.I.T.\, he wrote project management softw are for his father's architectural firm. This project turned into a comp any\, Semaphore\, Inc. and in 1990 had risen to be rated #1 among all of the competitors in the space (by ARCHITECTURE Magazine). By 2000\, the company had over 2\,500 clients\, 100 employees and was acquired by Delt ek. \;\n \;\nLater that year\, Ray moved to from New York City to Portland\, Oregon to co-found SnapNames.com. Inventing several new ways for people to acquire domain names\, the company eventually grew to over $49MM in revenue and was ultimately acquired by Oversee.net. His curren t venture\, AboutUs.org has pioneered the idea of an "\;editable ove rlay"\; for the entire web. Serving over 8 Million unique visitors p er month\, the company profitably employs 30 people in both Portland and it's branch office in Lahore\, Pakistan. \n\nTags: oen\n\nImported from : http://calagator.org/events/1250456895 URL:http://www.memberservicecenter.org/irmweb/wc.dll/orporntw?id=orporntw &doc=events/event&kn=77 SUMMARY:OEN - Off the Record with a CEO - April LOCATION:SmartPark 33 NW Davis: 33 NW Davis St\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T220654Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090512T193000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090512T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20081030T220654Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090310T170318Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250456060 DESCRIPTION:White Buffalo\, 4040 Westcliff Drive\, Hood River \;\n5:30 -7:30 PM \;\nAdmission: $10 in advance\; $15 at the door \;\nInfor mation: 541-387-6863 \;\n\n\nTags: tvg\, oen\n\nImported from: http:/ /calagator.org/events/1250456060 SUMMARY:Hood River PubTalk LOCATION:White Buffalo Wines: 4040 Westcliff Dr\, Hood River OR 97031 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090429T215111Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090527T183000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090527T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090429T215111Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090508T202011Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457155 DESCRIPTION:Today\, if someone took a poll of your customers and constitu ents\, asking if you matter to them\, what do you think the response wou ld be? \;\n \;\nIf you ceased to exist tomorrow\, do you think any one would care? In other words\, has your product\, service or brand est ablished an emotional connection with your customers to the extent that they are invested in your enduring success? \;\n \;\nYou're invite d to participate in a dynamic exploration of how to matter with Stewart Emery co-author of the critically acclaimed bestseller Do You Matter? – an insightful analysis of how great design for the human experience buil ds ardent\, lasting bonds between you\, your company and your customers. \;\n \;\nAs author of the international bestseller\, Success Buil t to Last\, and leader of Belvedere Consultants\, Emery has delivered an d led workshops\, seminars and keynotes all over the world. On May 27th\ , he'll talk about design as a total concept from how a product looks\, operates\, sounds and feels to designing a company culture that is authe ntic and customer-centric focused – and how it's the cornerstone of your survival in a marketplace of mediocrity. This rare opportunity is one y ou don't want to miss. \;\n \;\nDate &\; Time: Wednesday\, May 27\, 2009 - 4:00 – 6:30 \;\nLocation: The Hilton Portland\, 921 SW Si xth Avenue\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97204 \;\n(The Pavilion Room) \;\ nMax Light Rail (Trimet Max Pioneer square two blocks from hotel) \;\ nCost: $50 \;\n \;\nSponsored by: Cappelli Miles [spring] - http: //www.cm-spring.com \;\n \;\nVisit this site to register for this event: http://www.memberservicecenter.org/irmweb/wc.dll/orporntw?id=orpo rntw&\;doc=events/event&\;kn=80\n\nTags: oen\, stewart_emery\, cus tomer_care\, branding\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250 457155 URL:http://www.memberservicecenter.org/irmweb/wc.dll/orporntw?id=orporntw &doc=events/event&kn=80 SUMMARY:OEN: When Your Customers can't Live Without You with Author Stewa rt Emery LOCATION:Hilton Portland and Executive Tower: 921 SW Sixth Avenue\, Portl and OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090602T233252Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090603T173000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090603T080000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090602T233252Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150207T223004Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457268 DESCRIPTION:We're in a world now where people use brands to construct the ir personal\, professional and social identities—where the meaning of a brand is based on the connections between people that transcend charts a nd graphs. It's all about cultural relevance and emotions—not hype. \ ;\n \;\nForward '09 is more than an event\, or even two events. It's a powerful community where networking and collaboration provide a launch ing pad for lasting relationships. \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, brandologie\, networking\, small business\, entrepenuers\n\nImported from: http://cala gator.org/events/1250457268 URL:http://forwardama.com/ SUMMARY:AMA Annual Conference: Forward '09 Brandologie LOCATION:Sentinel Hotel: 614 Southwest 11th Avenue\, Portland Oregon 9720 5 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090522T154910Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090610T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090610T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090522T154910Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090607T223741Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457234 DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, June 10\, 2009 \;\nTime: 5:15 PM - 7: 00 PM \;\n \;\n1313 NW Marshall \;\nPortland\, OR 97209 \; \n \;\nJoin OEN at Bridgeport Brewpub and see Living Harvest Foods\, manufacturers of organic and natural hemp food products\, share how they grew a relatively unknown food product\, hemp seeds\, into a $5 million business. Hemp\, stigmatized and under-valued in the U.S. over the year s\, has now become the darling of the natural foods industry. Learn how Living Harvest took a super-food to the top of the category with the dev elopment of a patented food technology and by understanding the competit ive market arena\, brand positioning\, and the consumer. www.LivingHarve st.com \;\n \;\nChristina Volgyesi\, VP Marketing/co-founder of L iving Harvest Foods\, Inc. brings 12 years of marketing expertise and en trepreneurship to Living Harvest. Following her family's discovery of a local hemp foods company in Vancouver\, Canada in 2002\, Christina put h er passion for health and nutrition to the test\, when she committed to bring hemp foods to the U.S.\; promising the creation of a consumer frie ndly and approachable brand that would legitimize hemp along the way. As the company has grown from a home business to a 15 person team\, Living Harvest continues to grow market penetration and consumer awareness for its great tasting\, nutritious and planet-friendly foods. \;\n \ ;\nOnline registration for this event closes Tuesday\, June 9th. Please register at the door after that time. \;\n \;\nDate and Time: Jun e 10th\, 2009\, 5:15 pm - 7:00 pm \;\nLocation: Bridgeport Brewpub - 1313 NW Marshall\, Portland\, Oregon \;\nRegistration: OEN Member: $15\, Non-member: $25 \n\nTags: oen\, tvg\n\nImported from: http://calag ator.org/events/1250457234 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=57 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ with Living Harvest Foods LOCATION:BridgePort Brew Pub: 1313 Nw Marshall St\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090602T234230Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090611T130000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090611T083000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090602T234230Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110321T184803Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457270 DESCRIPTION:On June 11th\, Greenlight Greater Portland in partnership wit h the Regional Business Plan\, Regional Partners\, the City of Portland and the Portland Development Commission host the second-annual regional economic summit: The Greening of Greater Portland. Registration will op en at 7:30AM and the program will begin at 8:30AM. \;\n \;\nAt noo n\, Greenlight’s annual meeting and luncheon will begin\, which will fea ture the release of the 2009 Greater Portland Prosperity Index and keyno te speaker Tom Szaky of Terracycle.\n\nTags: oen\, greenlight\, enterpen uers\, small business\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250 457270 URL:http://greenlightgreaterportland.com/news-events/2009/02/26/greenligh t-annual-meeting-june-11-2009/ SUMMARY:Greenlight Annual Meeting LOCATION:Portland Art Museum: 1219 SW Park Avenue\, Portland Oregon 97205 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090602T235212Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090616T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090616T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090602T235212Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090602T235212Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457271 DESCRIPTION:The StartUp Exchange is about bootstrapping in the creation o f a software company followed by organic\, grassroots growth. Instead of a formal Board of Advisors\, we are like a Board of Peers. Our events a re for tech startup executives only - sorry services providers you can't attend. \;\n \;\nThis month's Featured Tech Leader Attendees: \;\nDoug Fieldhouse\, CEO\, Vesta \;\n \;\nMeet with peers and peo ple who have "\;been there"\; to discuss your most pressing busi ness critical issues\, ideas\, and concerns. Feel free to pass word alon g to people. There is plenty of space and beer at Chime. \;\n \;\n Request to join the StartUp Exchange group on the social network. It's a n invite only group where ideas can be circulated between entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\n \;\nHere's 4 helpful tips to successfully arrive the re: \;\n# It's on the eastside of the river \;\n# Park under overp ass on Morrison or a nearby street \;\n# Follow signs leading from do or on Morrison to freight elevator \;\n# Take freight elevator to 7th Floor\n\nTags: entrepenuers\, oen\, startup\, small business\n\nImporte d from: http://calagator.org/events/1250457271 URL:https://db.sao.org/calendar2/event_description.htm?eventID=6/16/09 SUMMARY:StartUp Exchange Meetup LOCATION:Chime Software: 215 SE Morrison Ste 700\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090609T163452Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090623T200000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090623T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090609T163452Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090609T163452Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457290 DESCRIPTION:Connect networking 5 : Sustainable Networking\, Tue\, Jun 23r d \;\nKeen Footwear HQs \;\n926 NW 13th Avenue\, Ste 210 \;\n Portland\, OR 97209 \;\n \;\nBuild your network… meet professional s from PDX groups: \;\nAMA OEN SAO SECP PRSA AIGA ASMP PAF 3\;\n \;\nTime: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM \;\nLocation: Keen Footwear Head quarters \;\n 926 NW 13th Avenue\, Suite 210 Portla nd\, OR 97209 \;\nCost: $10 - members &\; non members \;\nRegis tration Deadline: 06/23/2009 \;\nTopic: Connect networking 5 : Sustai nable Networking \;\n \;\n Appetizers will be served \;\n Open to the public \;\n Door prize: Networking lunch with a Creative CEO a t McCormicks \;\n Networking mixers \;\n Space is limited\n\nTags: connect networking\, sustainable networking\, ama\, oen\, sao\n\nImport ed from: http://calagator.org/events/1250457290 URL:http://www.ama-pdx.org/event/archive/event20090623.htm SUMMARY:Connect networking 5 : Sustainable Networking Event LOCATION:Keen Footwear : 926 NW 13th Avenue\, Ste 210\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090612T202905Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090625T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090625T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090612T202905Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090612T202905Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457309 DESCRIPTION:In these tough economic times\, Oregon's economy needs innova tors and entrepreneurs to develop new opportunities for economic growth. SwapMeet is a great way to meet the people who are the drivers of this effort. \;\n \;\nJoin us at the OEN SwapMeet\, a networking progra m specifically for people looking to connect with entrepreneurs\, early- stage companies\, and the people who can help Oregon businesses grow. 3\;\n \;\nThere's no entrance fee\, and no pressure. Just networking\ , connecting\, and a no-host happy hour! We hope to see you there. \; \n\n\nTags: entrepenuers\, oen\, startup\, small business\n\nImported fr om: http://calagator.org/events/1250457309 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=89 SUMMARY:OEN SwapMeet LOCATION:Someday Lounge: 125 NW 5th\, Portland Oregon 97209 SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090728T182724Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090805T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090805T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090728T182724Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100730T204812Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457483 DESCRIPTION:This presentation will be a collaboration between Lee Foster and Steven Prewitt at Schwabe Williamson &\; Wyatt. Steven will prese nt on the legal framework of IP that assists in the creation of economic scarcity. That's what makes an intangible asset valuable! Lee will pres ent on the creative science behind the valuation of various types of int angible assets. \;\n \;\nSpeakers: Lee Foster and Steven Prewitt \;\n \;\nDate and Time: Wednesday August 5\, 10:00 am - 112:00 am \;\nLocation: OEN Online \;\nRegistration: Members - No Cost \ ;\nNon Members - $30 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, webinar\, ostartupskey\n\nIm ported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250457483 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=98 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar: The Principles of IP Valuation LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090625T183219Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090812T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090812T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090625T183219Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090625T200802Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457350 DESCRIPTION:Come see five companies put it all on the line in a speed pit ching competition. In this competition both the judges and the audience will tell the competitors if they’ve got what it takes to be a fundable company. A winner will be selected by the judges who will advance to the first round of OEN’s Seed Oregon: http://www.oen.org/events_seed.aspx. The audience favorite will be mentioned on the OEN blog. \;\n \;\n After the judges select the winner by voting with OEN Dollars\, the judg es will give feedback on each presentation\, explain how they chose the winner\, and answer questions from the audience and the contestants. \;\n \;\nInterested in Competing? \;\nTo apply to "\;So You Th ink You Can Pitch?"\; visit the So you think you can Pitch Competiti on Community and submit your materials by Wednesday\, July 15\, 2009. 3\;\n \;\nThere you will need to submit the following information: 3\;\n(1) A copy of your executive summary – (no need for secret sauce or specific numbers\, simply publish what you are willing to present in pu blic) \;\n(2) A brief explanation (no more than 1 page\, 12 pt font\, single spaced) of why you think your company is a promising investment. \;\n \;\nRegistration: \;\nOEN Member: $15 \;\nNon - Mem ber: $25 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, tvg\, ostartupskey\n\nImported from: htt p://calagator.org/events/1250457350 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=58 SUMMARY:OEN Pub Talk - So You Think You Can Pitch? LOCATION:BridgePort Brew Pub: 1313 Nw Marshall St\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090812T172530Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090909T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090909T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090812T172530Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090812T173248Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457546 DESCRIPTION:Join OEN at Bridgeport Brewpub and see the many faces of entr epreneurship in Oregon. This event highlights a sampling of companies th at have been active in the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network programs as well as companies that have been through Mercy Corps NW programs. Successful start ups come from a wide range of backgrounds - and might receive $10 0K + angel or a $10K micro finance loan - but all add to the diversity a nd strength of our business community and all face many of the same chal lenges on a day to day basis. This event shows the dynamic variety that will help shape Oregon’s economic future. \;\n \;\nDate and Time: Wednesday September 09\, 5:15 pm - 7:00 pm \;\nLocation: 1313 NW Mar shall \;\nPortland\, OR 97209 \;\nRegistration: OEN Members - $15\ , Non Members - $25 \;\n \;\nParticipants: \;\nOEN \;\nRevel ation \;\nWeoGeo \;\nWickedQuick \;\nDesignMedix \;\n \;\ nMercy Corps NW \;\nSweet Elevens \;\nPlywerk \;\nHeart in Oreg on \;\nWaste Away Marine Services \;\n \;\n \;\nLearn More C lick Here \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, pub talk\, many\, faces\, ostartupskey\ , tvg\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250457546 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=59 SUMMARY:OEN Pub Talk - The Many Faces of Entrepreneurship LOCATION:BridgePort Brew Pub: 1313 Nw Marshall St\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090810T210026Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090922T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090922T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090810T210026Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090810T210317Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457537 DESCRIPTION:This seminar reviews all components of an effective\, compell ing business plan. You'll learn from two seasoned OEN experts why certai n information is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present. Besides learning what is critical to include in an effective bu siness\, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resourc es. \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is limited to 20 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\nDate and Time: Tuesday\, September 22\, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm \;\nLocation: Beaverton Library \;\n12375 SW 5th St \;\nMeeting Room B \;\nBeaverton\, OR 97005 \;\nRegistratio n: Non Member - $155\, OEN Member - $30 \n\nTags: oen\, event\, busines s\, plan\, development\, ostartupskey\n\nImported from: http://calagator .org/events/1250457537 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=93 SUMMARY:Business Plan Development Seminar - September LOCATION:Beaverton City Library: 12375 Sw 5th St\, Beaverton Oregon 97005 United States SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090612T204343Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090924T203000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090924T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090612T204343Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090613T132756Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457310 DESCRIPTION:Celebrate entrepreneurial excellence at the 2009 OEN Tom Holc e Awards for Entrepreneurship -- the 16th annual celebration of entrepre neurial spirit in action throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington. \;\n \;\nThis year we’re changing up this historic event. \;\n \;\nYou’ve asked for more time for networking\, and we heard you. We’re compressing the awards program in order to give entrepreneurs more time for networking. We've simplified the format and we are passing the savin gs to you. Join OEN on September 24th for a premier evening of networkin g\, heavy hors d'oeuvres and no-host bar while helping us recognize the best and brightest of entrepreneurship in Oregon. \;\n \;\n \;\ nCompanies will be recognized for the following categories: \;\nOEN D evelopment Stage Company of the Year \;\nOEN Working Capital Stage Co mpany of the Year \;\nOEN Growth Stage Company of the Year \;\nOEN Entrepreneurship Award of Individual Achievement \;\n \;\nTicket Prices: \;\nEarlybird: Until July 31\, 2009 \;\nIndividual (no res erved seat) $99 \;\nReserved half table (5 seats) $600 \;\nReserve d table (10 seats) $1200 \;\n \;\nRegular: August 1 through Septem ber 24\, 2009 \;\nIndividual (no reserved seat) $115 \;\nReserved half table (5 seats) 675 \;\nReserved table (10 seats) $1350 \;\n& #13\;\nPlease contact Julie Brown at 503-222-2270 x 11 or julieb@oen.org if you wish to reserve half a table or a full table and wish to be invo iced instead of paying online. \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, startup\, small bu siness\, tvg\, ostartupskey\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/event s/1250457310 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=86 SUMMARY:OEN Tom Holce Award Celebration SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090902T184919Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091006T093000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091006T073000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090902T184919Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090902T184919Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457639 DESCRIPTION:Business leaders need to be exposed to the latest trends\, as well as core business ideologies. So\, OEN has developed the 2009 Execu tive Series curriculum to provide entrepreneurs with the skills and know ledge to make critical business decisions. This four-week educational se ries is designed to offer entrepreneurs access to industry professionals via interactive and engaging sessions. We will assist you in building c ompanies that are attractive to investors\, customers\, partners and emp loyees via a series of focused\, interactive educational sessions. \; \nSession I – Sales and Marketing - Presented by Bill Etheredge\, WCE Co nsulting \;\nSession II – Understanding Cap Table Dynamics - Present ed by Brent Bullock\, Perkins Coie \;\nSession III – Understanding F inancial Statements - Presented by Jared Holum\, Perkins &\; Co. \;\nSession IV - Ask the Expert Panel \;\n \;\nDates and Times: O ctober 6\, 13\, 20 and 27\, 7:30 am – 9:30 am \;\nLocation: Perkins C oie\, 1120 N.W. Couch Street\, Tenth Floor\, Portland\, OR 97209-4128. P arking in building garage will be validated. \;\nCost: The course is $200 for OEN members for the entire Executive Series and $325 for non-me mbers (includes a one year individual membership)\, and is available for a maximum of 20 participants. \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, executive series \, perkins coie\, ostartupskey\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/ev ents/1250457639 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx SUMMARY:OEN Executive Series – Practical Education for Challenging times LOCATION:Perkins Coie (PDX): 1120 Nw Couch St\, 10th Floor\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090902T185151Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091013T183000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091013T163000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090902T185151Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090902T185151Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457640 DESCRIPTION:Early-stage companies - understanding and managing your cap t able \;\n \;\nStartup and early-stage companies often exchange eq uity for capital. They also use it to incentivize employees and contract ors. However\, few entrepreneurs map out a comprehensive plan to manage their capitalization table through multiple rounds of capital or to maxi mize the efficiency of equity incentives. This workshop will help entrep reneurs understand how to create a capitalization plan that will serve t he company today\, as well as through potentially dilutive transactions in the future. It will be presented in an interactive case-study format and will be limited to ten participants. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Doug M orris\, Ater Wynne \;\n \;\nDate and Time: Tuesday October 13\, 4: 30 pm – 6:30 pm \;\nLocation: Ater Wynne\, 1331 NW Lovejoy Ste 900\, Portland\, OR 97209 \;\nCost: OEN Member - $30\, Non Member - $125 (i ncludes a one-year OEN individual membership and the workshop fee is wai ved) \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, selling stock\, ater wynne\, ostartupskey\n\ nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250457640 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=104 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop - Selling Stock in Your Company LOCATION:Ater Wynne: 1331 NW Lovejoy\, Ste 900\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090818T172448Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091014T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091014T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090818T172448Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090930T225506Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457564 DESCRIPTION:OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalk - Call for Applications - Due Frida y\, September 18 at 5:15 PM \;\n \;\n \;\nOEN's Seed Oregon is a unique competition held during four consecutive PubTalk events. The co mpetition is for Oregon and Southwest Washington seed-stage companies wh o are seeking capital within the range of $100\,000 to $2\,000\,000. One winner from each preliminary round will move on to a championship round \, where a finalist will earn a coveted presenting opportunity at OEN's Angel Oregon\, the premier angel investing event in the Northwest. \; \n \;\nNine presenting companies in total will be selected to compete in the 2009-2010 Seed Oregon tournament. Each will have 10 minutes to p resent their concept to the PubTalk audience\, followed by a 10 minute Q &\;A session. Three companies will compete at each of the preliminary rounds\, with the audience voting for the winning presentations to move to the championship round. \;\n \;\nOnline registration for this event closes Tuesday\, October 13th. Please register at the door after t hat time. \;\n \;\nDate and Time: October 14th\, 2009\, 5:15 pm - 7:00 pm \;\nLocation: Bridgeport Brewpub - 1313 NW Marshall\, Portla nd\, Oregon \;\nRegistration to attend: OEN Member: $15\, Non-member: $25 \;\n\n\nTags: seed oregon\, oen\, pub talk\, ostartupskey\, tvg \n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250457564 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=60 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ - Seed Oregon - Round 1 LOCATION:BridgePort Brew Pub: 1313 Nw Marshall St\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090818T172925Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091022T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20091022T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090818T172925Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20090819T075645Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250457565 DESCRIPTION: Meet. Greet. Repeat. \;\n \;\nIn these tough economic times\, Oregon's economy needs innovators and entrepreneurs to develop n ew opportunities for economic growth. SwapMeet is a great way to meet th e people who are the drivers of this effort. \;\n \;\nJoin us at t he OEN SwapMeet\, a networking program specifically for people looking t o connect with entrepreneurs\, early-stage companies\, and the people wh o can help Oregon businesses grow. \;\n \;\nThere's no entrance fe e\, and no pressure. Just networking\, connecting\, and a no-host happy hour! We hope to see you there. \;\n \;\nDate and Time: Thursday O ctober 22\, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm \;\nLocation: Someday Lounge \;\n12 5 NW 5th Ave \;\nPortland\, OR 97209 \;\nRegistration: No Cost \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, swapmeet\, october\, ostartupskey\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250457565 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=96 SUMMARY:OEN SwapMeet - October LOCATION:Someday Lounge: 125 NW 5th\, Portland Oregon 97209 SEQUENCE:0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100204T225512Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100304T160000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100304T150000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100204T225512Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100204T225512Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458285 DESCRIPTION:Join OEN and speaker Naomi Derner for an OEN Workshop Thursda y\, March 4th from 4:00-6:00 P.M. \;\n \;\nAs an early stage entre preneur looking for the first round of funding\, one of the most dauntin g tasks may be determining the valuation of your company. In this worksh op\, we will cover the basics of valuing a seed or launch stage company\ , and answer some questions\, such as: \;\n \;\n* Who sets the val uation - the company or the investor? \;\n* What does pre-money and p ost-money valuation mean? How do I calculate it? \;\n* How do I value my company if we don’t yet have revenues? \;\n* How do investors det ermine the valuation? \;\n* How have valuations changed in the econom ic downturn? \;\n \;\n \;\nWe'll explain the terminology\, demy stify the math and explain some of the ways that valuation is set during the funding process. There will be plenty of time for Q&\;A\, so com e armed with your questions and be ready to participate in a lively disc ussion about valuing early stage companies. \;\n \;\nTo sign up fo r this workshop\, or for more information visit http://www.oen.org/event s.aspx?id=133\n\nTags: oen\, workshop\, angel\, business\, valuing\, com pany\, oregon\, network\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/12 50458285 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=133 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Valuing Your Company LOCATION:Lane Powell : 601 Sw 2nd Ave\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T172942Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100325T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100325T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T172942Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T210721Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458432 DESCRIPTION: Ready to innovate? Launch a company? Meet the mover's and sh akers or Oregon's entrepreneurial community? \;\n \;\nOregon's eco nomy is going to rebound and thrive with innovators and entrepreneurs le ading the way by developing new opportunities for economic growth. SwapM eet is a great way to meet the people who are the drivers of this effort . \;\n \;\nJoin us at the OEN SwapMeet\, a networking program spec ifically for people looking to connect with entrepreneurs\, early-stage companies\, and the people who can help Oregon businesses grow. \;\n& #13\;\nThere's no entrance fee\, and no pressure. Just networking\, conn ecting\, and a no-host happy hour! We hope to see you there. \;\n \;\nWhen: Thursday\, March 25th \;\nTime: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM \;\nWh ere: Someday Lounge\, 125 NW 5th Ave\, Portland\, OR \;\nCost: No fee \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, networking\, swap meet\, business\, oregon\, net work\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458432 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=136 SUMMARY:OEN SwapMeet - March LOCATION:Someday Lounge: 125 NW 5th\, Portland Oregon 97209 SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T174116Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100406T093000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100406T073000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T174116Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T205143Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458433 DESCRIPTION:The OEN 2010 Executive Series provides entrepreneurial execut ives a refresher course on five elements critical to the success of any business\, including: \;\n \;\n * Understanding Financial State ments \;\n * Selecting the Correct Legal Entity for your Company&# 13\;\n * Human Resources Legal Compliance \;\n * Marketing your Company Successfully to Potential Stakeholders \;\n * Developing a Sales Process \;\n \;\n \;\nThis five-week educational series is designed to offer entrepreneurs access to industry professionals via interactive and engaging sessions. Space is limited to the first 20 att endees to register. Seasoned industry professionals will conduct a two-h our session focused on a specific topic (see above). The session will in clude a prepared presentation on the topic\, with plenty of time set asi de for interaction between the attendees. \;\n \;\nWhen: Every Tue sday\, starting April 6 and concluding May 4\, from 7:30am to 9:30am \;\n \;\nWhere: Perkins Coie\, 1120 NW Couch\, 10th Floor\, Portland\ , OR 97209 \;\n \;\nRefreshments: Perkins Coie has generously agre ed to provide pastries and refreshments. \;\n \;\nParking: No vali dation of parking will be granted. Perkins Coie’s offices are located in the Brewery Block section of the Pearl District. The office is one bloc k from the street car and both garage and street parking are available.& #13\;\n \;\nPricing: $195 for OEN members for the entire 5-week Execu tive Series\; $325 for non-members (includes a one-year individual OEN m embership)\n\nTags: executive\, oen\, series\, education\, mba\n\nImport ed from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458433 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=137 SUMMARY:OEN 2010 Executive Series Begins LOCATION:Perkins Coie (PDX): 1120 Nw Couch St\, 10th Floor\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100316T220230Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100407T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100407T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100316T220230Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100316T221755Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458449 DESCRIPTION:The Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN)\, Software Association of Oregon (SAO) \, Oregon Business Association (OBA) and the Portland B usiness Alliance are presenting the 2010 Gubernatorial Candidate Forums. Tech America will be a supporting organization for the forums \;\n&# 13\;\nOregon’s economy is facing great challenges. The state is struggli ng with serious budgetary shortfalls and that is exacerbated by an unemp loyment rate that is hovering above 10 percent. With the recent passage of measures 66 &\; 67 many Oregonians question what the impact will b e for Oregon businesses. Policies that support and encourage business gr owth and economic development are a top-of-mind priority for many Oregon ians. These candidate forums are intended to provide an opportunity for members of the business community to ask the candidates from each party what they would do to help support business and economic growth in Orego n. \;\n \;\nThe Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate forum will take place on Wednesday\, April 7 at Portland General Electric’s auditorium located at 121 SW Salmon St\, 2WTC in Portland. It will feature Democrat ic candidates Bill Bradbury (www.bradburyfororegon.com) and John Kitzhab er\, (www.johnkitzhaber.com). \;\n \;\nThe Republican Gubernatoria l Candidate forum will take place on Tuesday\, April 27 at the Multnomah Athletic Club 1849 SW Salmon St. in Portland. It will feature Republica n candidates Allen Alley (www.allenalley.com) and Chris Dudley (www.chri sdudley.com). \;\n \;\nTickets are required for onsite attendees a nd individual live stream access. Registration is recommended for satell ite venues. \;\n \;\nThe gubernatorial candidate forum will be hel d prior to the primaries and will be moderated by Laural Porter of KGW N ews (twitter.com/lauralkgw). Check-in begins at 4:00PM. The program will begin at 4:30 PM and will run to 6:00 PM. Tickets are $20 for members o f presenting or supporting organizations and $40 for non-members. We enc ourage attendees to pre-register online using the link below. \;\n 3\;\nThe forums will be streamed live over the web. Individual web strea m tickets can be purchased for $10 in advance\, but business community m embers outside of the Portland area may attend a satellite event in thei r local area at no charge. \;\n \;\nFor more information about the forums\, or to register for either of these events\, please go to: \ ;\n \;\nDemocratic Candidates Forum: www.sao.org/event/dgp \;\n 3\;\nRepublican Candidates Forum: www.sao.org/event/rgp \;\n \;\nF ollow the discussions on twitter: #pdxGDP &\; #pdxRGP. \n\nTags: poli tics\, oen\, democratic\, republican\, gubernatorial\, local\, forum\, c andidates\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458449 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=138 SUMMARY: Gubernatorial Candidate Forum - Democratic Candidates LOCATION:World Trade Center: 121 SW Salmon\, Portland Oregon 97204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T174404Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100421T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100421T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T174404Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T210007Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458434 DESCRIPTION:Frank Helle\, CEO of Axian\, Inc.\, will lead an interactive discussion that will help entrepreneurs gain some insightful perspective s on Boards of Directors. Come share your challenges\, observations and successes with other CEOs of emerging businesses. The group will discuss strategies for selecting\, structuring and making your board more effec tive. You will also receive a high-level recap of the discussion from Fr ank. \;\n \;\nOpen only to CEOs or Presidents of currently operati ng companies that have employees. Box lunch will be served. This program is limited to 12 participants\, and is available on a first-come\, firs t-served basis. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Frank Helle\, Axian\, Inc. - www .axian.com \;\n \;\nFrank Helle is CEO of Axian\, Inc.\, a 20-year old privately-held web-services company creating collaboration portals and business intelligence (software &\; data). Prior to 2002 he was a senior global manager at Monsanto Company. During that career he lived in Brussels Belgium for 5 years managing manufacturing\, engineering\, a nd supply chain for Europe\, Middle East\, and Africa. He then lived in Singapore for 5 years as Asia-Pacific Managing Director for 3 Monsanto D ivisions. \;\n \;\nFrank's leadership helps organizations realize more of their full potential\, and often focuses on turnarounds and turb o-charging growth. \;\n \;\nAside from positioning Axian to be &qu ot\;built to last\,"\; Frank mentors and coaches local CXOs to help them compete in the global marketplace and create more jobs in Oregon. F rank is an active Board Director of Oregon's Association for Corporate G rowth as Chair Emeritus &\; Past-President\, is an active Board Direc tor of Oregon’s high tech trade association\,Tech America\, and is an ac tive volunteer with the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network - chairing the CEO Roundtable.\n\nTags: oen\, round table\, board of directors\, ceo\, tvg\ n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458434 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=122 SUMMARY:OEN CEO Roundtable with Frank Helle: Perspectives on Boards of Di rectors LOCATION:IronStone Bank : 309 SW Sixth Avenue\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T174743Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100421T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100421T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T174743Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T174743Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458435 DESCRIPTION:The Southwest Washington Workforce Development Council (SWWDC ) is partnering with the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) to bring a v ital connection with the world of entrepreneurship to Southwest WA. We a re leveraging the network and expertise of OEN to support innovation and growth. \;\n \;\nOEN entrepreneurs tell good stories. They have t o if they want their business to succeed. They also need access to infor mation\, contacts and capital. The OEN PubTalk™ is a great starting plac e for entrepreneurs to find just that. \;\n \;\nOEN's PubTalk™\, h eld the second Wednesday of every month (except July and December)\, is a unique mix of educational panel discussions delivered by successful en trepreneurs\, investors or business experts combined with opportunities for entrepreneurs to gain expertise in delivering investment pitches. En trepreneurs can present as a featured company at a monthly PubTalk or th ey can compete in OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalk™ competition. \;\n \;\ nDuring the monthly PubTalk's™\, OEN selects two emerging entrepreneurs to present their five-minute pitch on who they are\, and what they do in front of a live audience of experienced entrepreneurs. Presenting North west business entrepreneurs receive feedback on their products\, service s\, business model\, marketing strategy\, or other integral component of their business. The objective is to leverage the strength and experienc e of the community\, providing an invaluable learning opportunity for yo ung entrepreneurs. \n\nTags: pubtalk\, oen\, vancouver\, washington\, pi tch\, education\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458435 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=127 SUMMARY:SW Washington PubTalk™ LOCATION:TBD Vancouver: \, Vancouver WA US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T175044Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100427T163000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100427T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T175044Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T205808Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458437 DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us at the 3rd Gorge Angel Conference 2010. This is an event that will match up the Columbia Gorge’s brightest emerging companies with qualified investors. \;\n \;\nCome enjoy lunch\, a keynote presentation and network with entrepreneurs and member s of the local business community. Watch companies compete for an invest ment prize of at least $100\,000 and enjoy the one-minute pitch competit ion where companies compete for additional exposure. To date a total of $205\,000 has been invested in Pistil Designs and eProduce Sales\, both in Hood River. Get a glimpse of the trends of emerging business at this fun event that celebrates the entrepreneurial nature of the Gorge. We ho pe to see you at the event on April 27\, 2010. \;\n \;\nEvent Deta ils \;\nDate and Time: April 27th\, 2010\, 11:30 AM - 4:30 PM \;\n Location: Best Western Hood River Inn\, 1108 E. Marina Way Hood River\, OR \;\nPrices: Participant Registrations @ $75 per person ($100 after April 22nd\, 2010) \;\n \;\nBusiness Presenters must register by contacting Nick Kraemer at Hood River County (nick.kraemer@co.hood-river .or.us). \n\nTags: angel\, oen\, gorge\, pitch\, investor\, seed\, launc h\, tvg\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458437 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=120 SUMMARY:Gorge Angel Conference LOCATION:Hood River Inn : 1108 East Marina Way\, Hood River OR 97031 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T175438Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100429T181500 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100429T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100311T175438Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100416T205349Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458438 DESCRIPTION:This seminar reviews all components of an effective\, compell ing business plan. You'll learn from two seasoned OEN experts why certai n information is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present. Besides learning what is critical to include in an effective bu siness\, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resourc es. \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is limited to 15 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\nWhen: Thursday\, April 29th \;\nTime: 4:00 - 6:15 PM \;\nWhere: Beaverton Library\, 12375 SW 5th St\, Meeti ng Room B\, Beaverton\, Oregon 97005 (corner of SW 5th St. and SW Hall B lvd) \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business plan\, library\, seminar\, learning \, development\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458438 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=129 SUMMARY:Business Plan Development Seminar - April LOCATION:Beaverton City Library: 12375 Sw 5th St\, Beaverton Oregon 97005 United States SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100429T032119Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100616T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100616T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100429T032119Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100429T035556Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458605 DESCRIPTION:SW Washington PubTalk: W 6/16: 5:15 – 7pm \;\n \;\nT he SW WA Workforce Development Council (SWWDC) is partnering with the Or egon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) to bring a vital connection with the wo rld of entrepreneurship to SW WA. We are leveraging the network and expe rtise of the OEN to support innovation and growth in Clark County. OEN e ntrepreneurs tell good stories. They have to if they want their business to succeed. They also need access to information\, contacts and capital . PubTalk is a great starting place to meet people and build business ne tworks. \;\n \;\nhosted by OEN &\; CREDC \;\n \;\nSW WA P ubTalk \;\n Wednesday\, June 16\, 2010 \;\n 5:15 – 7pm \;\n \;\n Venue: \;\n AHA! (Alling Henning Associates Inc) \; \n 415 West Sixth St.\, Suite 605 \;\n Vancouver\, WA 98660 \; \n (360) 750-1680 \;\n \;\nGoogle Map: \;\nhttp://maps.google .com/maps?q=AHA!&\;cd=1&\;ei=8f3YS7CdJ5WKsQP-iKnWDw&\;sig2=-wD9 RZIG4_cUZ-McOp5gCg&\;ie=UTF8&\;hl=en&\;view=map&\;cid=428136 9456162678840&\;ved=0CBwQpQY&\;hq=AHA!&\;hnear=&\;z=16&\; iwloc=A\n\nTags: oen\, pubtalk\, credc\, sw washington pubtalk\, swwdc\, sw wa pubtalk\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458605 URL:https://s07.123signup.com/servlet/SignUp?PG=1520184182300&P=152018400 SUMMARY:SW WA PubTalk LOCATION:AHA!: 415 West Sixth St.\, Suite 605\, Vancouver WA 98660 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100607T214034Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100722T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100722T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100607T214034Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100607T214034Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458752 DESCRIPTION:Today\, big businesses are all chasing "\;user generated content"\; and "\;social media"\; strategies. But how does t hat apply to startups? How do you participate with limited resources? Wh ere should you be? What should you do? Go everywhere or focus? Get every one involved or just a spokesperson? \;\n \;\nThere are a ton of questions. And the answers only come with experience. The good news? Gai ning that experience is easier than you might think. \;\n \;\nJoi n Rick Turoczy as he shares some quick tips on how to start participatin g in social media\, getting your bearings\, and understanding how you ca n become a valued member of communities that match your startup's goals. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Rick Turoczy\n\nTags: education\, webinar\, oen \n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458752 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=153 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar - "Getting Social 101: Quick and easy ways to get you r social media bearings" with Rick Turoczy of Silicon Florist LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T222146Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100811T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100811T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T222146Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T222146Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458908 DESCRIPTION:Come see four companies put it all on the line in a speed pit ching competition. In this competition both the judges and the audience will tell the competitors if they’ve got what it takes to be a fundable company. A winner will be selected by the judges who will advance to the first round of OEN's Seed Oregon. The audience favorite will be mention ed on the OEN blog. \;\n \;\nAfter the judges select the winner b y voting with OEN Dollars\, the judges will give feedback on each presen tation\, explain how they chose the winner\, and answer questions from t he audience and the contestants. \;\n \;\nThe judges: \;\nNic k Stanley \;\n \;\nDiane Fraiman \;\n \;\nKathleen A. Sego \;\n \;\n \;\nInterested in Competing? \;\nThere is no fe e to apply to compete\, however\, you must be an OEN member to be eligib le. If you are not an OEN Member\, join here or call Rori Homme\, OEN's Director of Membership\, at 503-222-2270 x 13 to join. \;\n \;\nT o apply to "\;So You Think You Can Pitch?"\; visit the OEN websi te and submit your materials by Monday\, August 2nd\, 2010. \;\n \;\nThere you will need to submit the following information: \;\n(1) A copy of your executive summary (no need for secret sauce or specific numbers\, simply publish what you are willing to present in public) \;\n(2) A brief explanation (no more than 1 page\, 12 pt font\, single s paced) of why you think your company is a promising investment \;\n& #13\;\n \;\nItems For Purchase \;\nClick here to use your OEN Memb er Login Information to register for the OEN Member items. (Please note that if the item is grayed out it means you have not yet logged in) \;\n \;\nAvailable Items Price Qty \;\nOEN Member Registrati on: $15.00 * \;\nNon-Member Registration: $25.00 * \;\n \n\nTags: venture capital\, oen\, funding\, business\, startup\, entrepr eneur\, pitching\, portland ten\, small business\n\nImported from: http: //calagator.org/events/1250458908 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=162 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™: So You Think You Can Pitch? LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100802T170918Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100811T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100811T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100802T170918Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100810T020335Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458950 DESCRIPTION:Come see five companies put it all on the line in a speed pit ching competition. In this competition both the judges and the audience will tell the competitors if they’ve got what it takes to be a fundable company. A winner will be selected by the judges who will advance to the first round of OEN's Seed Oregon. The audience favorite will be mention ed on the OEN blog. \;\n \;\nAfter the judges select the winner by voting with OEN Dollars\, the judges will give feedback on each present ation\, explain how they chose the winner\, and answer questions from th e audience and the contestants. \;\n \;\nThe judges: \;\n \; \n* Nick Stanley \;\n* Diane Fraiman \;\n* Kathleen A. Sego \;\ n \;\nInterested in Competing? \;\nThere is no fee to apply to com pete\, however\, you must be an OEN member to be eligible. If you are no t an OEN Member\, join here or call Rori Homme\, OEN's Director of Membe rship\, at 503-222-2270 x 13 to join. \;\n \;\nTo apply to "\; So You Think You Can Pitch?"\; visit the OEN website and submit your materials by Wednesday\, July 21\, 2010. \;\n \;\nThere you will need to submit the following information: \;\n(1) A copy of your exec utive summary (no need for secret sauce or specific numbers\, simply pub lish what you are willing to present in public) \;\n(2) A brief expla nation (no more than 1 page\, 12 pt font\, single spaced) of why you thi nk your company is a promising investment\n\nTags: oen\, portland ten\, pitching\, small business\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/ 1250458950 URL:http://bit.ly/cFTKks SUMMARY: Portland Ten Field Trip: OEN Pub Talk\, "So You Think You Can Pi tch?" LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T222432Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100818T183000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100818T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T222432Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100727T040125Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458909 DESCRIPTION:This seminar reviews all components of an effective\, compell ing business plan. You'll learn from two seasoned OEN experts why certai n information is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present. Besides learning what is critical to include in an effective bu siness\, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resourc es. \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is limited to 1 5 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\nWhen: Wednesday\, August 18th \;\nT ime: 4:00 - 6:15 PM \;\nWhere: Beaverton Public Library - Library/Co nference Room \;\n12375 Southwest 5th Street\, Beaverton\, 97005  3\;\n \;\n \;\nItems For Purchase \;\nClick here to use your OE N Member Login Information to register for the OEN Member items. (Please note that if the item is grayed out it means you have not yet logged in ) \;\n \;\nAvailable Items Price Qty \;\nOEN Member: $ 30.00 * \;\nNon-Member $70.00 * \;\n\n\nTags: business pl an\, oen\, entrepreneur\, business\, startup\n\nImported from: http://ca lagator.org/events/1250458909 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=130 SUMMARY:OEN- Business Plan Development Seminar LOCATION:Beaverton City Library: 12375 Sw 5th St\, Beaverton Oregon 97005 United States SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T183209Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100908T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100908T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T183209Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100829T132215Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459157 DESCRIPTION:Facebook and Myspace wont land you a job or help you grow you r business. Get back to basics and learn how to build your own personal network! Join the Oregon Entrepreneurial Network for a two-part event\, exclusively for graduate students\, aimed at providing you with the skil ls you need to build a successful network and successfully leverage your contacts. \;\n \;\nStart with a roundtable discussion led by Bil l Etheredge\, a long time entrepreneur\, recently retired VP of Sales fo r Tektronix\, and currently Principal of WCE Consulting Group. Learn the ins and outs of personal networking including how to strategically buil d your network\, how to present yourself effectively\, and how to manage your contacts. \;\n \;\nThen head over to Backspace for free ent ry into OEN's September Pub Talk\, put your skills to the test and begin building your network by engaging with local entrepreneurs\, investors and service providers. \;\n \;\nLocations: \;\n• Miller Nash (Networking Workshop)\, 111 SW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97204 \;\n \; \n• Backspace (PubTalk)\, 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 \;\n \;\n \;\nSchedule: \;\n4:00 - Round Table Discussion Starts \ ;\n5:00 - Networking Starts at PubTalk \;\n5:30 - Company Presentati ons Start \;\n7:00 - Continue Networking \;\n \;\nCost: $35 f or non-members\; Free for student members. If you are a student member a nd unsure of how to log in\, please contact Larry Williams\, OEN Web/IT Manager\, at 503-222-2270 x 17 or larryw@oen.org and he can take care of your registration. \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, networking\, student\n\nImpor ted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459157 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=171 SUMMARY:OEN Graduate Student Networking Workshop LOCATION:Miller Nash: 111 S.W. Fifth Avenue\, Suite 3400\, Portland Orego n 97204-3699 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T184034Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100908T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100908T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T184034Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T184034Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459158 DESCRIPTION:Portland is rapidly becoming a mecca for innovation in active wear. From interchangeable shoe soles\, to breathable outerwear for cycl ing and snowboarding\, to sustainable fashion designs\, there are terrif ic innovations happening locally! Activewear firms design\, develop\, ma nufacture\, market\, distribute and sell apparel\, footwear and gear for active outdoor recreation. The activewear category consists of more tha n 300 firms in Oregon\, employing more than 14\,000 people with an appro ximate payroll of $1.2 billion. The activewear industry cluster is growi ng in Oregon and includes numerous start-ups that are creating local job s and using the rich and talented local knowledge base. This exciting in dustry cluster is designing and producing innovative products that addre ss niche markets that are currently underserved by the local giants.  3\;\n \;\nJoin the OEN at the September Pub Talk to hear from four ac tivewear entrepreneurs who will share their stories of how they got star ted\, how they have grown\, and the unique opportunities available to th em because of their presence in this hotbed of innovation. \;\n \ ;\nModerator: \;\nRob Langstaff - RYZ \;\n \;\nPanelists:  3\;\nBill Worthington - OluKai \;\nSean Beers - Korkers \;\nEd D alton - Showers Pass \;\nCarrie Atkinson - Sock it to me \;\n 3\;\nOEN Member Fee: $15.00 \;\nNon-Member Fee: $25.00 \ ;\n\n\nTags: oen\, pubtalks\, activewear\, networking\, business\n\nImpo rted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459158 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=169 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ - Activewear Innovation Mecca LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T223226Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100915T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100915T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T223226Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100913T040717Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458910 DESCRIPTION:As an early stage entrepreneur looking for the first round of funding\, one of the most daunting tasks may be determining the valuati on of your company. In this workshop\, we will cover the basics of valui ng a seed or launch stage company\, and answer some questions\, such as: \;\n \;\n \;\nWho sets the valuation - the company or the inv estor? \;\n \;\nWhat does pre-money and post-money valuation mean ? How do I calculate it? \;\n \;\nHow do I value my company if we don’t yet have revenues? \;\n \;\nHow do investors determine the valuation? \;\n \;\nHow have valuations changed in the economic downturn? \;\n \;\nWe'll explain the terminology\, demystify the m ath and explain some of the ways that valuation is set during the fundin g process. There will be plenty of time for Q&\;A\, so come armed wit h your questions and be ready to participate in a lively discussion abou t valuing early stage companies. \;\n \;\n$30 for OEN Members\; $ 70 for non-members. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Naomi Derner \;\nNaomi Derner\, CFA is the founder and managing director of Derner Valuation Co nsulting. Prior to 2008\, she was a Vice President in the San Francisco office of Houlihan Lokey Howard and Zukin. After joining Houlihan Lokey in 1999\, she performed and managed fairness opinions and the valuations of public and private securities as well as intangible assets for a wid e variety of purposes including financial reporting purposes\, tax repor ting purposes\, transactions\, IPO planning\, litigation\, stock and sto ck option grants\, recapitalizations\, gift and estate tax planning\, ES OP updates and general corporate planning purposes. Ms. Derner has valua tion experience across a wide variety of industries\, with specific expe rtise in technology and life sciences companies at all stages of develop ment. \;\n \;\n \;\nItems For Purchase \;\nClick here to us e your OEN Member Login Information to register for the OEN Member items . (Please note that if the item is grayed out it means you have not yet logged in) \;\n \;\nAvailable Items Price Qty \;\nOEN Me mber Registration: $30.00 * \;\nNon-member Registration: $70. 00 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, entrepreneur\, investing\, networking\, educ ation\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458910 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=143 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: What's your company worth? Everything you need to k now about company valuation LOCATION:Lane Powell : 601 Sw 2nd Ave\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T184402Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100915T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100915T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T184402Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T184402Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459159 DESCRIPTION:As an early stage entrepreneur looking for the first round of funding\, one of the most daunting tasks may be determining the valuati on of your company. In this workshop\, we will cover the basics of valui ng a seed or launch stage company\, and answer some questions\, such as: \;\n• Who sets the valuation - the company or the investor? \;\ n• What does pre-money and post-money valuation mean? How do I calculate it? \;\n• How do I value my company if we don’t yet have revenues? \;\n• How do investors determine the valuation? \;\n• How have v aluations changed in the economic downturn? \;\n \;\nWe'll explain the terminology\, demystify the math and explain some of the ways that valuation is set during the funding process. There will be plenty of tim e for Q&\;A\, so come armed with your questions and be ready to parti cipate in a lively discussion about valuing early stage companies. \ ;\n \;\n \;\nOEN Member Registration: $30.00 \;\nNon-membe r Registration: $70.00 \n\nTags: oen\, networking\, business\, educa tion\, entrepreneur\, investing\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/e vents/1250459159 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=143 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: What's your company worth? Everything you need to k now about company valuation LOCATION:Lane Powell : 601 Sw 2nd Ave\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100817T222321Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100915T191500 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100915T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100817T222321Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100817T231335Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459130 DESCRIPTION:SW WA PubTalk ： \;\nWed. Sept 15\, 2010 ： 5:15pm – 7:15pm \;\n \;\nDETAILS ： \;\nCome join us at the Sept 15th SW WA PubTalk… \;\nA great place to meet people\, build business networ ks\, share relevant information\, and connect start-up firms w/ VC capit al. \;\n \;\nLOCATION ： \;\nAHA! \;\n415 West Sixth St.\ , Ste. # 605 \;\nVancouver\, WA 98660 \;\n(360) 750-1680 \;\n& #13\;\nREGISTER ： \;\nOEN member cost ： $15 \;\nNon-member co st ： $25 \;\n \;\nRegistration： @ 123.signup ： \;\nhttps://s07. 123signup.com/servlet/SignUp?PG=1520184182300&\;P=152018400 \;\n&# 13\;\nHOSTED by ： OEN ： CREDC ： SWWDC \;\nSPONSORS ： Bullivant House r Bailey PC ： Blind Onion Pizza \;\n \;\nGoogle Map： \;\nhttp: //maps.google.com/maps?q=AHA!&\;hl=en&\;cd=1&\;ei=QQNrTPePFZCyo AT03tDEBw&\;sig2=HthE8VxOTlmvnrWZ-WLxgg&\;ie=UTF8&\;view=map&am p\;cid=4281369456162678840&\;ved=0CB4QpQY&\;hq=AHA!&\;hnear=&am p\;ll=45.625458\,-122.675421&\;spn=0.008704\,0.021544&\;z=16&\; iwloc=A\n\nTags: pubtalk\, networking\, start-ups\, innovation\, technol ogy\, oen\, vc\, venture capital\, business\, pubtalk washington\n\nImpo rted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459130 URL:http://www.swwdc.org/index.html SUMMARY:OEN SW WA PubTalk LOCATION:AHA!: 415 West Sixth St.\, Suite 605\, Vancouver WA 98660 US SEQUENCE:4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T225536Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100916T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100916T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T225536Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T225536Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458911 DESCRIPTION:This webinar led by Leslie Bottomly\, partner at Ater Wynne L LP\, will cover employment law basics for start-ups. Topics include: hir ing\, firing\, discrimination\, wage and hour compliance\, and developme nt of policies and procedures. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Leslie Bottomly\ , Partner\, Ater Wynne LLP \;\nLeslie Bottomly’s practice focuses on employment matters. She regularly advises public and private employers on such matters as employee discipline and termination\, compliance with family and medical leave\, discrimination\, wage and hour\, and other e mployment laws\, development of employee handbooks\, drug testing progra ms and international issues. Serving as Ater Wynne LLP's Director of Hum an Resources gives Leslie unique insight into the practical challenges e mployers face day to day. \;\n \;\n \;\nItems For Purchase \;\nClick here to use your OEN Member Login Information to register for the OEN Member items. (Please note that if the item is grayed out it mea ns you have not yet logged in) \;\n \;\nAvailable Items Price Qty \;\nOEN Member Registration $0.00 * \;\nNon-member Re gistration $30.00 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, webinar\, entrepreneur\, hr \, education\, business\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/12 50458911 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=156 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar - "Employment Law Basics for Start Ups" with Leslie B ottomly of Ater Wynne LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T182630Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T130000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T120000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T182630Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T182630Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459248 DESCRIPTION:OEN offers many ways for you to connect with the Portland ent repreneurial community and leverage your contacts to create success for your business. Come to our next event on June 24th\, 2010\, 4PM at Somed ay Lounge\, 125 NW 5th Avenue and hear how you can use all of the benefi ts that are part of OEN membership! \;\n \;\nJoin us for the OEN SwapMeet immediately following the Member Orientation to practice your n etworking skills\, meet new people and have some fun. Swap Meet is a fre e quarterly networking event also held at Someday Lounge\, and begins at 5PM. \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, networking\n\nImported from: htt p://calagator.org/events/1250459248 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=165 SUMMARY:OEN Member Orientation - Leveraging Your OEN Membership - Decembe r LOCATION:Someday Lounge: 125 NW 5th\, Portland Oregon 97209 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T230033Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100922T210000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100922T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T230033Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100818T165820Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458912 DESCRIPTION:Join us at OEN's premier annual fundraising event to get insp ired while you give entrepreneurs the support they deserve. \;\n \;\nWednesday\, September 22\, 2010 \;\nDoors open: 5:30 PM \;\n \;\nNetworking &\; Opening Reception: 5:30 PM \;\n \;\nSil ent wine Auction featuring select Oregon Wineries \;\n \;\nWelcome &\; Awards Ceremony: 7:00 PM \;\n \;\nAwards will be presente d in four categories that allow competition between companies in differe nt markets based on performance during a particular stage in the company ’s development: \;\nOEN Development Stage Company of the Year \;\ n \;\nOEN Working Capital Stage Company of the Year \;\n \;\nO EN Growth Stage Company of the Year \;\n \;\nOEN Entrepreneurship Award for Individual Achievement \;\n \;\n2010 OEN Tom Holce Entr epreneurship Awards Pricing \;\nEarlybird: Until August 2\, 2010  3\;\nIndividual seat: $165 \;\nTable of 10 (includes wine at table): $1700 \;\n \;\nRegular Pricing: August 3 - September 22 \;\n Individual seat: $185 \;\nTable of 10 (includes wine at table): $190 0 \;\n \;\nCancellation Policy: \;\nFor cancellations before August 20th registrants will receive a refund. Sorry no refunds after Au gust 20. \;\n \;\nAvailable Items Price Qty \;\nEarly Bi rd Ticket - Individual seat: $165.00 * \;\nEarly Bird - Full Ta ble Reservation: $1\,700.00 \;\n\n\nTags: networking\, oen\, vent ure funding\, entrepreneur\, awards\, business\n\nImported from: http:// calagator.org/events/1250458912 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=144 SUMMARY:2010 OEN Tom Holce Entrepreneurship Awards Celebration LOCATION:Hilton Portland and Executive Tower: 921 SW Sixth Avenue\, Portl and OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T185615Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100922T210000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100922T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T185615Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100914T020438Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459162 DESCRIPTION:Join us at OEN's premier annual fundraising event to get insp ired while you give entrepreneurs the support they deserve. \;\n \;\nNetworking &\; Opening Reception: 5:30 PM \;\n• Silent wine A uction featuring select Oregon Wineries \;\n \;\nWelcome &\; Aw ards Ceremony: 7:00 PM \;\n \;\nAwards will be presented in four categories that allow competition between companies in different markets based on performance during a particular stage in the company’s develop ment: \;\n• OEN Development Stage Company of the Year \;\n• OEN W orking Capital Stage Company of the Year \;\n• OEN Growth Stage Comp any of the Year \;\n• OEN Entrepreneurship Award for Individual Achi evement \;\n \;\n \;\nIndividual Seat: $185.00 \;\nFull -Table Reservation: $1\,900.00 \n\nTags: awards\, networking\, oen\, b usiness\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459162 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=144 SUMMARY:2010 OEN Tom Holce Entrepreneurship Awards Celebration LOCATION:Hilton Portland and Executive Tower: 921 SW Sixth Avenue\, Portl and OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T185933Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100930T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100930T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T185933Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T185933Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459163 DESCRIPTION:OEN offers many ways for you to connect with the Portland ent repreneurial community and leverage your contacts to create success for your business. Come to our next event on June 24th\, 2010\, 4PM at Somed ay Lounge\, 125 NW 5th Avenue and hear how you can use all of the benefi ts that are part of OEN membership! \;\n \;\nJoin us for the OEN SwapMeet immediately following the Member Orientation to practice your n etworking skills\, meet new people and have some fun. Swap Meet is a fre e quarterly networking event also held at Someday Lounge\, and begins at 5PM. \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, networking\n\nImported from: htt p://calagator.org/events/1250459163 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=164 SUMMARY:OEN Member Orientation - Leveraging Your OEN Membership - Septemb er LOCATION:Someday Lounge: 125 NW 5th\, Portland Oregon 97209 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T190234Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100930T183000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100930T163000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T190234Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T190234Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459164 DESCRIPTION:The business concept development workshop is an opportunity f or the prospective entrepreneur to meet face-to-face with two experience d people from within the emerging business sector\, who would provide an honest\, impartial critique of the business idea or model\, in an infor mal setting. This review gives you one hour with two experts - where you can pose your business model for feedback\, discussion and advice on ne xt steps. It's one of the best ways to prepare you for that next step: c reating your business plan. \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, a nd space is limited to 10 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\nRegistration Fe e: $30.00 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, networking\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459164 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=167 SUMMARY:OEN Business Concept Workshop – September LOCATION:City of Hillsboro Civic Center: 150 E. Main Street\, Hillsboro O R 97123 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T232113Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100930T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100930T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T232113Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100914T184114Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458914 DESCRIPTION:Drop by the OEN SwapMeet\, a networking program specifically for people looking to connect with entrepreneurs\, early-stage companies \, and the people who help them both grow. As the Oregon economy continu es to develop\, there will be more and more opportunity to work with\, w ork for\, or start new companies in growing industries. SwapMeet is a gr eat way to get connected to the people making it all happen. There's no entrance fee\, and no pressure. Just networking\, connecting\, and a no- host happy hour! \;\n \;\nDon't miss the pre-event: \;\nInter ested in learning about how to leverage your OEN membership? At 4:00 pm we are hosting an OEN Member Orientation where current OEN members will share some tips about getting the most out of your OEN membership. You a lso will meet some OEN staff and get an overview of the organization and it programs. Please register for both events. \;\n \;\nCost: FRE E\n\nTags: networking\, oen\, education\, entrepreneur\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458914 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=163 SUMMARY: OEN SwapMeet LOCATION:Someday Lounge: 125 NW 5th\, Portland Oregon 97209 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T190553Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100930T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100930T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T190553Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T190553Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459165 DESCRIPTION:Drop by the OEN SwapMeet\, a networking program specifically for people looking to connect with entrepreneurs\, early-stage companies \, and the people who help them both grow. As the Oregon economy continu es to develop\, there will be more and more opportunity to work with\, w ork for\, or start new companies in growing industries. SwapMeet is a gr eat way to get connected to the people making it all happen. There's no entrance fee\, and no pressure. Just networking\, connecting\, and a no- host happy hour! \;\n \;\nDon't miss the pre-event: \;\nInter ested in learning about how to leverage your OEN membership? At 4:00 pm we are hosting an OEN Member Orientation where current OEN members will share some tips about getting the most out of your OEN membership. You a lso will meet some OEN staff and get an overview of the organization and it programs. Please register for both events. \;\n \;\nRegistrati on: $0.00 \;\n\n\nTags: networking\, oen\, business\, education\ , entrepreneur\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459165 URL: http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=163 SUMMARY:OEN SwapMeet - September LOCATION:Someday Lounge: 125 NW 5th\, Portland Oregon 97209 SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T232518Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101013T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101013T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T232518Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100721T232518Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250458915 DESCRIPTION:OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalk - Round 1 - Call for Applications - Due Friday\, September 10 at 5:00 PM \;\n \;\nWant to learn what it takes to raise capital? OEN’s Seed Oregon PubTalks are for you. Appl y to participate or register to attend Round 1 of OEN’s Seed Oregon PubT alk. \;\n \;\nTo apply: Companies must be current OEN members and can pay the application fee below. Your email confirmation will take yo u to the online application form. For more information about the applica tion process visit the OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalk Application &\; Guid elines Page. \;\n \;\nNote: To be considered for the final round of OEN’s Seed Oregon competition\, companies must also have applied to O EN’s Angel Oregon. \;\n \;\nTo attend: People interested in atten ding the event can register below. \;\n \;\nEvent Description: &# 13\;\nFor entrepreneurs with companies on the fundraising path\, OEN’s S eed Oregon is a unique opportunity to not only to compete for funding op portunities\, but to learn the rules of the road of effective fundraisin g. This entertaining and educational competition is the program for OEN PubTalks during October and November of 2010 and then again January and February of 2011. \;\n \;\nThe competition is for Oregon and Sout hwest Washington seed-stage companies who are seeking capital within the range of $100\,000 to $2\,000\,000. One winner from each preliminary ro und will move on to a championship round\, where a finalist will earn a coveted presenting opportunity at OEN’s Angel Oregon\, the premier angel investing event in the Northwest. \;\n \;\nOnline registration f or this event closes Tuesday\, October 12th. Please register at the door after that time. \;\n \;\n \;\nItems For Purchase \;\nClic k here to use your OEN Member Login Information to register for the OEN Member items. (Please note that if the item is grayed out it means you h ave not yet logged in) \;\n \;\nAvailable Items Price Qty &# 13\;\nPubTalk Member Registration: $15.00 * \;\nPubTalk Non-Mem ber Registration: $25.00 * \;\n \;\nIncludes entry at on e PubTalk and the Seed Oregon application fee. \;\n $75.00 *  3\;\nSeed Oregon Application Fee - Non-Member: [+] Seed Oregon Applicat ion Fee - Non-Member: \;\n \;\nIncludes entry at one PubTalk\, a discounted one year OEN individual membership {$26 savings}\, and the Seed Oregon application fee. \;\n $174.00 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, seed funding\, entrepreneur\, networking\, business\, pubtalk\, seed or egon\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250458915 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=160 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ Seed Oregon 2010 - Round 1 LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T191043Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101013T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101013T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T191043Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100913T040841Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459166 DESCRIPTION:For entrepreneurs with companies on the fundraising path\, OE N’s Seed Oregon is a unique opportunity to not only to compete for fundi ng opportunities\, but to learn the rules of the road of effective fundr aising. This entertaining and educational competition is the program for OEN PubTalks during October and November of 2010 and then again January and February of 2011. \;\n \;\nThe competition is for Oregon and Southwest Washington seed-stage companies who are seeking capital withi n the range of $100\,000 to $2\,000\,000. One winner from each prelimina ry round will move on to a championship round\, where a finalist will ea rn a coveted presenting opportunity at OEN’s Angel Oregon\, the premier angel investing event in the Northwest. \;\n \;\nOnline registrat ion for this event closes Tuesday\, October 12th. Please register at the door after that time. \;\n \;\nPubTalk Member Registration:$15.00 \;\nPubTalk Non-Member Registration:$25.00 \;\nSeed Orego n Application Fee - Member:$75.00 \;\nSeed Oregon Application Fee - Non-Member: $174.00 \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: seed oregon\, oen\, pubtalk\, business\, networking\n\nImported from: http://calagator .org/events/1250459166 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=160 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ Seed Oregon 2010 - Round 1 LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183822Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101019T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101019T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183822Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183822Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459254 DESCRIPTION:EthicsPoint's President and CEO\, David Childers\, in conjunc tion with the OEN Gazelle Peer-to-Peer Group\, invites CEO’s of companie s with revenues between $10M - $30M to a frank conversation and sharing of ideas on Effective Strategies for Managing Your Board and Determining Executive Compensation Packages. \;\n \;\nNo fee but registratio n is required. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: David Childers\, CIPP\, Presiden t and CEO\, EthicsPoint \;\nMr. Childers is a pioneer in the field o f Governance\, Risk and Compliance and serves as a Board Member for the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE). He is a member of the Ethics &\; Compliance Officer Association (ECOA)\, the International Association of Privacy Professionals - where he has been trained and is certified as an Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)\, and the Natio nal Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) - where he has completed t he Director of Professionalism course and is certified in Director Educa tion. He is a charter member of the Open Compliance and Ethics Group (OC EG)\, a coalition of the nation's business leaders assembled to develop compliance standards and guidelines. He is a member of the Association f or Corporate Growth (ACG) and serves as the Vice Chairman for the Softwa re Association of Oregon (SAO). Mr. Childers is a frequent lecturer on t he subject of business ethics and was named one of the "\;100 Most I nfluential People in Finance"\; by Treasury &\; Risk Magazine in 2008.\n\nTags: oen\, business\, networking\n\nImported from: http://cala gator.org/events/1250459254 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=175 SUMMARY:OEN CEO Peer Discussion - Managing Your Board and Executive Compe nsation Strategies LOCATION:Ethicspoint: 6000 Meadows Rd\, Ste 200\, Lake Oswego OR 97035 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183659Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101027T203000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101027T180000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183659Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110321T184803Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459253 DESCRIPTION:Light a Fire \;\nA Portland Monthly event benefiting OEN' s Entrepreneurs Foundation of the Northwest \;\n \;\nThe Light A Fire Awards banquet honors the non-profit organizations and individuals whose extraordinary acts of service embody the spirit of giving in the P ortland area and beyond. \;\n \;\nThe event features a cocktail h our\, live entertainment\, dinner and the awards presentation\, includin g inspiring stories behind those who are quietly and profoundly helping the community. \;\n \;\nOEN's EFNW Company of the Year receives t heir award at this event as well\, spotlighting their contributions to b uilding our community now and into the future. \;\n \;\nDate:Wedn esday\, October 27\, 2010 \;\nTime: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm \;\nLocati on: Portland Art Museum\, Kridel Grand Ballroom \;\nTickets: $600 fo r a table of six or $100 for individual seats \;\n \;\nTo purchas e tickets: \;\nCall: 503-222-5144 x135 \;\nPurchase online at th e Portland Monthly website. \;\n \;\nFor more information\, conta ct: \;\nConnie Apa\, Portland Monthly Magazine\, 503-222-5144 X135 a nd capa@portlandmonthlymag.com \;\nLisa Sloan\, OEN's EFNW\, 503-957 -5501 and lsloan@efnw.org \n\nTags: oen\, business\, networking\n\nImpor ted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459253 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=174 SUMMARY:Portland Monthly's Light a Fire 2010 LOCATION:Portland Art Museum: 1219 SW Park Avenue\, Portland Oregon 97205 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T191427Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101028T183000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101028T163000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100825T191427Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100923T225230Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459167 DESCRIPTION:This seminar reviews all components of an effective\, compell ing business plan. You'll learn from two seasoned OEN experts why certai n information is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present. Besides learning what is critical to include in an effective bu siness\, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resourc es. \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is limited to 2 0 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\nRegistration Fee: $30.00 \;\n\n \nTags: business development\, oen\, networking\n\nImported from: http:/ /calagator.org/events/1250459167 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=168 SUMMARY:Business Plan Development Seminar – October LOCATION:City of Hillsboro Civic Center: 150 E. Main Street\, Hillsboro O R 97123 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183524Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101028T183000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101028T163000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183524Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183524Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459252 DESCRIPTION:This seminar reviews all components of an effective\, compell ing business plan. You'll learn from two seasoned OEN experts why certai n information is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present. Besides learning what is critical to include in an effective bu siness\, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resourc es. \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is limited to 2 0 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\nDate: Thursday\, October 28\, 2010 \;\nTime: 4:30 – 6:30 PM \;\nLocation: \;\nCity of Hillsboro Civ ic Center\, Conference Rooms 113B &\; C \;\n150 E. Main Street\, Hillsboro\, OR 97123 \;\n \;\nRegistration: $30 (same as the OEN Member rate) \n\nTags: business plan\, oen\, business development\, netw orking\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459252 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=168 SUMMARY:Business Plan Development Seminar - October LOCATION:City of Hillsboro Civic Center: 150 E. Main Street\, Hillsboro O R 97123 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183317Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101104T160000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101104T080000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183317Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150207T223004Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459251 DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurial Innovation - The Future of the Northwest \;\nReady to converge on the Northwest and discuss what makes it a great place for early and growth stage businesses? The Northwest is teaming w ith talent\, rich with innovative ideas\, and replete with people who kn ow how to build great companies. But\, what will make us even more attra ctive to entrepreneurs and investors? This year we're bringing together three critical drivers of the Northwest entrepreneurial economy to discu ss what successfully fuels innovative business. \;\n \;\nYou'll h ear leading VC's from across the country\, dynamic state and local gover nment leaders\, as well as innovators from successful university commerc ialization programs share\, debate and strategize new ideas for driving our economic success. You'll see presentations from 10 of the best early /growth stage companies in the region\, seeking funding and partnership. \;\n \;\nConverge at OEN's Venture Northwest. Be part of the con versation. Bring ideas for discussion. Help define the future of the Nor thwest's economic growth. Find new investment opportunities. Harness the power as we advance an exciting new era of entrepreneurial innovation. \;\n \;\nUse this pricing chart to select the correct item and qu antity below. \;\n \;\nPrices for Individual Conference Attendees \;\n• Early Bird Registration (through Sept. 24th) - $275 \;\nI ncludes: VNW Conference attendance\, Resource Guide\, and Printed Attend ee List \;\n \;\n• General Registration (after Sept. 24th) - $325 \;\nIncludes: VNW Conference attendance\, Resource Guide\, and Prin ted Attendee List \;\n \;\n• Academic - current student/professor - $225 \;\nIncludes: VNW Conference attendance\, Resource Guide\, a nd Printed Attendee List \;\n \;\n \;\nPrices for Applicant Co mpany Conference Attendees \;\n• Company Registration package for 10 Selected Companies – $300 \;\n* Available only to companies selecte d to present at the conference \;\nIncludes: Venture Northwest Confe rence attendance for two people (Please name attendees in comments field )\, Intel / Perkins Coie Investor Reception\, presentation coaching sess ion\, Resource Guide\, and Printed Attendee List \;\n \;\n• Compa ny Registration package for Applicant companies – $195 \;\n* Availab le only to applicant companies who were not selected \;\nIncludes: V NW Conference attendance for two people (Please name attendees in commen ts field)\, Resource Guide\, and Printed Attendee list \;\n \;\n• Additional Associates from Registered Company – $195 \;\n* Availabl e only to applicant companies who were not selected \;\nIncludes: VN W Conference attendance\, Resource Guide\, and Printed Attendee List\n\n Tags: oen\, business\, networking\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org /events/1250459251 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=155 SUMMARY:Venture Northwest 2010 LOCATION:Sentinel Hotel: 614 Southwest 11th Avenue\, Portland Oregon 9720 5 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101022T225040Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101109T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101109T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101022T225040Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101022T225040Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459390 DESCRIPTION:Revenue and profits are\, of course\, the lifeblood of any bu siness. One of the primary goals for entrepreneurs when they start a com pany is to get to a sustainable level of revenues and to get to profitab ility. Once those goals are reached\, however\, revenue growth becomes a prime imperative for most entrepreneurs\, especially those hoping to ra ise capital or sell their company some day. How fast you can grow your r evenues is a function of your industry\, your products\, and your resour ces but it may be possible for you to create a sales culture in which yo u can try and double your sales each year independent of those external factors. \;\n \;\nIn this OEN workshop\, led by MergerTech CEO\, Nitin Khanna\, you’ll learn why exponential growth can be very good for your company and 10 tips on how to double your revenue every year. \ ;\n \;\nLimit 20 attendees. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Nitin Khanna  3\;\nNitin Khanna is the CEO of MergerTech Advisors\, a boutique investm ent bank that facilitates mergers and acquisitions for technology compan ies with less than $100MM in revenue. \;\n \;\nPrior to MergerTec h\, Mr. Khanna was the founder\, Chairman and CEO of Saber Corp. a Portl and based national firm focused on providing technology solutions to gov ernment clients. Mr. Khanna started Saber in July 1998 and helped grow i t a minimum of 50% each year. Some of the highlights of Saber’s growth i ncluded the Inc. 500 award in both 2006 and 2007\, the Deloitte Fast 500 award\, and being #1 on Oregon’s Fastest Growing Companies list in 2007 . \;\n \;\nSaber's dramatic growth led to a significant investmen t in the company by Accel-KKR Private Equity in 2005 with an eventual sa le of the company for $460MM to EDS in December 2007 (Saber’s revenues w ere $120MM and pre-tax earnings were $21MM in 2007). S \;\n \;\nM r. Khanna currently serves on the board of directors of a diverse range of non-profit\, startup\, and public companies in both the US and Europe \, including Saber Swiss Holdings AG\, NAVTEQ Advisory Board\, Freewire Broadband\, eROI\, and ResponderLife. He is also active with MercyCorps and is a mentor to several entrepreneurs in the Portland area. \;\n& #13\;\nMr. Khanna has a Master’s and Bachelor's of Engineering from Purd ue University. He resides in Portland and with his children Natasha and Madox.\n\nTags: oen\, business\, workshop\n\nImported from: http://calag ator.org/events/1250459390 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=177 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop - 10 tips to doubling your revenue every year\, with Nitin Khanna LOCATION:Miller Nash: 111 S.W. Fifth Avenue\, Suite 3400\, Portland Orego n 97204-3699 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101022T225410Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101110T143000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101110T114500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101022T225410Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20140716T224314Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459391 DESCRIPTION:The Oregon Entrepreneurs Network would like to invite your co mpany to participate at this year's Internship Workshop and Job Fair eve nt. Interns not only provide excellent work\, they can bring new energy and enthusiasm to your organization. Learn how to maximize the internshi p experience for both yourself and your interns and have some of Oregon' s brightest young minds join your team. \;\n \;\nEvent Details &# 13\;\nDate: Wednesday\, November 10th \;\nWhere: University of Portl and Campus \;\nEvent Schedule: \;\n11:30AM - Event begins \; \n11:45 - Workshops begin \;\n12:30 PM - Lunch Break \;\n1:00- I nternship Speed Dating begins \;\n2:00 - Job Fair ends - 30mins of n etworking \;\n2:30 - Event ends \;\n \;\n \;\nWhat to Expe ct at the Workshop \;\nThe 11:45 AM workshop will be held in a round table format of discussion between company participants and panelists f ocused on driving maximum value out of future internships. \;\n \ ;\nWhat to Expect at the Job Fair Event \;\nAt 1:00 PM the internshi p speed dating event will begin. Each company will have its own area to set up basic displays. Students will meet with you in a speed-dating for mat - they will meet with companies for about 2-3 minutes\, then move to the next company. They'll give you their resumes\, and you can discuss your internship options and answer questions. \;\n \;\nThis is a great opportunity for OEN companies to connect with eager students and h ave them join your team as interns. Don't pass it up! \;\n \;\nTo Register \;\nTo register for this event please contact Kirsten Ring en at kirstenr@oen.org by October 29th. If you are a company seeking int erns\, please prepare a one-paragraph description of your company's avai lable internship opportunities. \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, job fair\n\nImpor ted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459391 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=179 SUMMARY:OEN Internship Workshop and Job Fair LOCATION:University of Oregon Portland: 70 NW Couch Street\, Portland Ore gon 97209 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101022T230133Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101110T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101110T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101022T230133Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101022T230133Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459392 DESCRIPTION:OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalk - Round 2 - Call for Applications - Due Wednesday\, October 20 at 5:00 PM \;\n \;\nWant to learn wha t it takes to raise capital? OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalks are for you. App ly to participate or register to attend Round 3 of OEN’s Seed Oregon Pub Talk. \;\n \;\nTo apply: Companies must be current OEN members an d can pay the application fee below. Your email confirmation will take y ou to the online application form. For more information about the applic ation process visit the OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalk Application &\; Gui delines Page. \;\n \;\nNote: To be considered for the final round of OEN’s Seed Oregon competition\, companies must also have applied to OEN’s Angel Oregon. \;\n \;\nTo attend: People interested in atte nding the event can register below. \;\n \;\nEvent Description: & #13\;\nFor entrepreneurs with companies on the fundraising path\, OEN’s Seed Oregon is a unique opportunity to not only to compete for funding o pportunities\, but to learn the rules of the road of effective fundraisi ng. This entertaining and educational competition is the program for OEN PubTalks during October and November of 2010 and then again January and February of 2011. \;\n \;\nThe competition is for Oregon and Sou thwest Washington seed-stage companies who are seeking capital within th e range of $100\,000 to $2\,000\,000. One winner from each preliminary r ound will move on to a championship round\, where a finalist will earn a coveted presenting opportunity at OEN’s Angel Oregon\, the premier ange l investing event in the Northwest. \;\n \;\nOnline registration for this event closes Wednesday\, November 10th. Please register at the door after that time.\n\nTags: oen\, business\, networking\n\nImported f rom: http://calagator.org/events/1250459392 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=173 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ Seed Oregon 2010 - Round 2 LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183027Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101117T183000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101117T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183027Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T183027Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459250 DESCRIPTION:This seminar reviews all components of an effective\, compell ing business plan. You'll learn from two seasoned OEN experts why certai n information is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present. Besides learning what is critical to include in an effective bu siness\, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resourc es. \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is limited to 1 5 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\nWhen: Wednesday\, November 17th \;\ nTime: 4:00 - 6:15 PM \;\nWhere: Beaverton Public Library - Conferen ce Room \;\n12375 Southwest 5th Street\, Beaverton\, 97005\n\nTags: business plan\, oen\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/125045 9250 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=131 SUMMARY:Business Plan Development Seminar - November LOCATION:Beaverton City Library: 12375 Sw 5th St\, Beaverton Oregon 97005 United States SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T233941Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101118T150000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101118T140000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T233941Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T233941Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459469 DESCRIPTION:The economy seems to be slowly recovering\, and venture capit alists are slowly returning to fund new deals again. But what are they f inding most interesting now? And what are the risks they are willing to take\, versus those they aren't\, in the aftermath of the recession and ten years of negative industry returns? \;\n \;\nGerry will take his historic "\;Four risks of venture capital startups"\; and br ing it into focus for the coming years… \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Gerry L angeler\, OVP Partners \;\nGerry Langeler joined OVP Venture Partner s in 1992 and focuses on investments in the digital energy\, software\, imaging and digital biology sectors. His investments include Captivate N etwork\, Carbonflow\, Elekom\, EnerG2\, Foundstone\, Max-Viz\, Now Softw are\, Portland Software\, Preview Systems\, Surplus Software\, TView\, U nify\, Vascular Solutions\, Viral Logic Systems Technology (VLST)\, and Webridge. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Carbonflow\, Collaborative Software Initiative\, EnerG2\, GainSpan\, Max-Viz\, and Vi ral Logic Systems Technology (VLST) and is a Board Observer to DataSpher e\, Serus and Tigo Energy. \;\n \;\nPrior to joining OVP\, Gerry was co-founder of Mentor Graphics Corporation (NASDAQ: MENT) in Portland \, OR in 1981. There he served as President\, and over eleven years help ed lead Mentor through its IPO to over $400M in worldwide sales and over $1B in market capitalization. He began his technology career at Tektron ix. \;\n \;\nGerry received his AB in Chemistry from Cornell Univ ersity and his MBA from Harvard University. He is the author of The Visi on Trap (Harvard Business Review\, 3/92). He also authored a chapter in Venture Capital Best Practices (Aspatore Books\, 2005). Gerry serves on the Advisory Board of Highway 12 Ventures in Boise\, Idaho. \;\n \;\nHe is the father of two boys\, and enjoys skiing (when his knees can stand it) and golf.\n\nTags: oen\, webinar\n\nImported from: http://cal agator.org/events/1250459469 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=181 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar: Four Startup Risks for Venture Capital Companies\, w ith Gerry Langeler LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T182805Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101202T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101202T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T182805Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101127T062430Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459249 DESCRIPTION:OEN offers many ways for you to connect with the Portland ent repreneurial community and leverage your contacts to create success for your business. Come to our next event on June 24th\, 2010\, 4PM at Somed ay Lounge\, 125 NW 5th Avenue and hear how you can use all of the benefi ts that are part of OEN membership! \;\n \;\nJoin us for the OEN SwapMeet immediately following the Member Orientation to practice your n etworking skills\, meet new people and have some fun. Swap Meet is a fre e quarterly networking event also held at Someday Lounge\, and begins at 5PM. \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, networking\n\nImported from: htt p://calagator.org/events/1250459249 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=165 SUMMARY:OEN Member Orientation - Leveraging Your OEN Membership - Decembe r SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T234417Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101202T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101202T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T234417Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101208T020055Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459471 DESCRIPTION:OEN offers many ways for you to connect with the Portland ent repreneurial community and leverage your contacts to create success for your business. Come to our next event on Dec. 2nd\, 2010\, 4PM at Someda y Lounge\, 125 NW 5th Avenue and hear how you can use all of the benefit s that are part of OEN membership! \;\n \;\nJoin us for the OEN S wapMeet immediately following the Member Orientation to practice your ne tworking skills\, meet new people and have some fun. Swap Meet is a free quarterly networking event also held at Someday Lounge\, and begins at 5PM.\n\nTags: oen\, business\, networking\n\nImported from: http://calag ator.org/events/1250459471 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=165 SUMMARY:OEN Member Orientation - Leveraging Your OEN Membership LOCATION:Someday Lounge: 125 NW 5th\, Portland Oregon 97209 SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T234728Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101202T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101202T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T234728Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T234728Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459472 DESCRIPTION:Drop by the OEN SwapMeet\, a networking program specifically for people looking to connect with entrepreneurs\, early-stage companies \, and the people who help them both grow. SwapMeet is a great way to ge t connected to the people making it all happen. There's no entrance fee\ , and no pressure. Just networking\, connecting\, and a no-host happy ho ur! \;\n \;\nDon't miss the pre-event: \;\nInterested in lear ning about how to leverage your OEN membership? At 4:00 pm we are hostin g an OEN Member Orientation where current OEN members will share some ti ps about getting the most out of your OEN membership. You also will meet some OEN staff and get an overview of the organization and it programs. Please register for both events.\n\nTags: oen\, business\, networking\n \nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459472 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=166 SUMMARY:OEN SwapMeet LOCATION:Someday Lounge: 125 NW 5th\, Portland Oregon 97209 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T181935Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101208T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101208T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20100917T181935Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101111T202525Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459247 DESCRIPTION:Frank Helle\, CEO of Axian\, Inc.\, will lead an interactive discussion about the art and science of negotiation. Attendees will lear n how to leverage their instincts for more bargaining power when negotia ting. Share with other CEOs your experiences\, insights and frustrations from past transactions and gain strategies for more successful future o utcomes. \;\n \;\nThis session will feature expert content provid ed by Donald (Don) W. Douglas\, Managing Director of Leveraged Negotiati ons\, LLC. \;\n \;\nOur group will examine how best to prepare fo r a critical negotiation\, the methods and styles of negotiation that ar e most effective\, when and how to adjust to differing situations\, opti mal strategies to employ\, and tactics of persuasion found to be most ef fective. You also will receive a high-level recap of the discussion and an application of these principles to a participant’s current transactio n. \;\n \;\nOpen only to CEOs or Presidents of currently operatin g companies that have employees. Boxed lunch will be served. This progra m is limited to 12 participants\, and is available on a first-come\, fir st-served basis. \;\n \;\nModerator: Frank Helle\, Axian\, Inc. - www.axian.com \;\nContent Expert: Don Douglas\, Leveraged Negotiati ons\, LLC- http://www.linkedin.com/in/leveragednegotiations \;\n \;\nDate: Wednesday\, December 8\, 2010 \;\nTime: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm \;\nLocation: 309 SW 6th Ave. \;\nIronstone Bank Conference Roo m \;\nPortland\, OR 97204 \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Frank Helle \ ;\nFrank Helle is CEO of Axian\, Inc.\, a privately-held web-services so ftware and data engineering firm providing collaboration portals and bus iness intelligence. Previously\, he was a senior global leader at Monsan to Company. During that career he lived in Brussels Belgium for 5 years managing manufacturing\, engineering\, and supply chain for Europe\, Mid dle East\, and Africa. He then lived in Singapore for 5 years as Asia-Pa cific Managing Director for 3 Monsanto Divisions. \;\n \;\nFrank' s leadership helps organizations realize more of their full potential\, and often focuses on turnarounds and turbo-charging growth. \;\n \;\nAside from positioning Axian to be "\;built to last\,"\; Fra nk mentors and coaches local CXOs to help them compete in the global mar ketplace and create more jobs in Oregon. Frank is an active Board Direct or of Oregon’s Association for Corporate Growth as Chair Emeritus &\; Past-President\, is an active Board Director of Oregon’s high tech trad e association\, Tech America\, is on the Software Association of Oregon CEO Roundtable Steering Team\, and is an active volunteer with the Orego n Entrepreneurs Network - Chairing the CEO Roundtabl\n\nTags: oen\, nego tiations\, business\, networking\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/ events/1250459247 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=172 SUMMARY:OEN CEO Roundtable: Leveraged Negotiations LOCATION:IronStone Bank : 309 SW Sixth Avenue\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T234851Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101208T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101208T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T234851Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101127T062312Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459473 DESCRIPTION:Frank Helle\, CEO of Axian\, Inc.\, will lead an interactive discussion about the art and science of negotiation. Attendees will lear n how to leverage their instincts for more bargaining power when negotia ting. Share with other CEOs your experiences\, insights and frustrations from past transactions and gain strategies for more successful future o utcomes. \;\n \;\nThis session will feature expert content provid ed by Donald (Don) W. Douglas\, Managing Director of Leveraged Negotiati ons\, LLC. \;\n \;\nOur group will examine how best to prepare fo r a critical negotiation\, the methods and styles of negotiation that ar e most effective\, when and how to adjust to differing situations\, opti mal strategies to employ\, and tactics of persuasion found to be most ef fective. You also will receive a high-level recap of the discussion and an application of these principles to a participant’s current transactio n. \;\n \;\nOpen only to CEOs or Presidents of currently operatin g companies that have employees. Boxed lunch will be served. This progra m is limited to 12 participants\, and is available on a first-come\, fir st-served basis. \;\n \;\nModerator: Frank Helle\, Axian\, Inc. - www.axian.com \;\nContent Expert: Don Douglas\, Leveraged Negotiati ons\, LLC- http://www.linkedin.com/in/leveragednegotiations \;\n \;\nDate: Wednesday\, December 8\, 2010 \;\nTime: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm \;\nLocation: 309 SW 6th Ave. \;\nIronstone Bank Conference Roo m \;\nPortland\, OR 97204 \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Frank Helle \ ;\nFrank Helle is CEO of Axian\, Inc.\, a privately-held web-services so ftware and data engineering firm providing collaboration portals and bus iness intelligence. Previously\, he was a senior global leader at Monsan to Company. During that career he lived in Brussels Belgium for 5 years managing manufacturing\, engineering\, and supply chain for Europe\, Mid dle East\, and Africa. He then lived in Singapore for 5 years as Asia-Pa cific Managing Director for 3 Monsanto Divisions. \;\n \;\nFrank' s leadership helps organizations realize more of their full potential\, and often focuses on turnarounds and turbo-charging growth. \;\n \;\nAside from positioning Axian to be "\;built to last\,"\; Fra nk mentors and coaches local CXOs to help them compete in the global mar ketplace and create more jobs in Oregon. Frank is an active Board Direct or of Oregon’s Association for Corporate Growth as Chair Emeritus &\; Past-President\, is an active Board Director of Oregon’s high tech trad e association\, Tech America\, is on the Software Association of Oregon CEO Roundtable Steering Team\, and is an active volunteer with the Orego n Entrepreneurs Network - Chairing the CEO Roundtable.\n\nTags: oen\, bu siness\, networking\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/125045 9473 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=172 SUMMARY:CEO Roundtable: Leveraged Negotiations LOCATION:IronStone Bank : 309 SW Sixth Avenue\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T235111Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110112T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110112T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T235111Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T235111Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459474 DESCRIPTION:OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalk - Round 3 - Call for Applications - Friday\, December 03\, 2010 at 5:00 PM \;\n \;\nWant to learn wh at it takes to raise capital? OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalks are for you. Ap ply to participate or register to attend Round 3 of OEN's Seed Oregon Pu bTalk. \;\n \;\nTo apply: Companies must be current OEN members a nd can pay the application fee below. Your email confirmation will take you to the online application form. For more information about the appli cation process visit the OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalk Application &\; Gu idelines Page. \;\n \;\nNote: To be considered for the final roun d of OEN’s Seed Oregon completion\, companies must also have applied to OEN’s Angel Oregon. \;\n \;\nTo attend: People interested in atte nding the event can register below. \;\n \;\nEvent Description: & #13\;\nFor entrepreneurs with companies on the fundraising path\, OEN’s Seed Oregon is a unique opportunity to compete for funding opportunities \, and to learn the rules of the road of effective fundraising. This ent ertaining and educational competition is the program for OEN PubTalks du ring October and November of 2010 and then again January and February of 2011. \;\n \;\nThe competition is for Oregon and Southwest Washi ngton seed-stage companies who are seeking capital within the range of $ 100\,000 to $2\,000\,000. One winner from each preliminary round will mo ve on to a championship round\, where a finalist will earn a coveted pre senting opportunity at OEN’s Angel Oregon\, the premier angel investing event in the Northwest. \;\n \;\nOnline registration for this eve nt closes Wednesday\, January 12th at noon. Please register at the door after that time. \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, networking\n\nImporte d from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459474 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=180 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ Seed Oregon - Round 3 LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110125T193401Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110209T193000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110209T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110125T193401Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110126T090107Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459667 DESCRIPTION:Want to learn what it takes to raise capital? OEN’s Seed Oreg on PubTalks are for you. This event is for entrepreneurs with companies on the fundraising path. This entertaining and educational competition i s the program for OEN PubTalks during October and November of 2010 and t hen again January and February of 2011. In addition to networking with m embers of the entrepreneurial community\, this event is a unique opportu nity to compete for funding opportunities\, and learn the rules of the r oad of effective fundraising. \;\n \;\nCompanies Competing in the OEN Seed Oregon final: \;\n4-Tell http://www.4-tell.com/ \;\nGlo beSherpa http://www.globesherpa.com/ \;\nIndow Windows http://www.in dowwindows.com/ \;\n \;\nOEN’s Seed Oregon is a competition held d uring four sessions of OEN’s PubTalk Networking events. It is for Oregon and Southwest Washington companies who are seeking capital within the r ange of $100\,000 to $2\,000\,000. One winner from each preliminary roun d will move on to a championship round\, where a finalist will earn a co veted presenting opportunity at OEN’s Angel Oregon\, the premier angel i nvesting event\, held at the Governor Hotel on Wednesday\, March 16.  3\;\n \;\nOEN members can register for this event online for $15 or $ 20 at the door of the event. Pre-register for a savings of $5. \;\n& #13\;\nPlease note online registration for this event closes Wednesday\, February 9th at noon. After that\, please register at the door. No disc ounts will be applied if you miss the noon cut off. \;\n \;\nPubT alk is sponsored by Ater Wynne and Comcast Business Services. \;\n&# 13\;\nDate: Wednesday\, February 09\, 2011 \;\nLocation: Backspace 115 NW 5th Avenue Portland\, OR 97209 \;\nTime: 5:15 PM - 7:00 PM & #13\;\nOEN Member registration: $15.00 \;\nNon-member Registrat ion: $30.00 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, raising capital\n\nI mported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459667 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=195 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ - Seed Oregon Championship Round LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110209T192059Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110221T140000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110221T130000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110209T192059Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110209T192059Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459775 DESCRIPTION:WHAT'S THIS ABOUT? \;\nPicture this: standing up on stage : you\, next to a projector screen filled with your slides. \;\n \;\nSitting in the audience: a room full potential investors and influen cers who can either help you or dismiss you. \;\n \;\nIt's showti me. What\, exactly\, do you say? How\, precisely\, do you talk to an inv estor? And can you avoid the oh-so-common mistakes made by dozens of ent repreneurs who've pitched and failed? \;\n \;\nIf you're someone who's ready to ask for money - or even just someone who wants to get bet ter at presenting - you don't even need to leave your desk. Just grab a cup of coffee and click on the URL that will be sent to you via email af ter you register for OEN's Webinar: How to talk to investors. Think of i t as getting some practical presentation tips while wearing your bunny s lippers. \;\n \;\nYou'll be able to watch presentation coach Dave Yewman demonstrate how to effectively communicate your message\, how to get right to the point\, and how to avoid common mistakes. You'll also be able to submit questions online. \;\n \;\nSponsor: BrandLive&# 13\;\n \;\nDate: Monday\, February 21 \;\nTime: 1:00 PM - 2:00 P M \;\nLocation: Online http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=194 \;\nO EN Member Registration: $0.00 \;\nNon-member Registration: $32.0 0 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, entrepreneurship\, raising capital\n \nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459775 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=194 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar: How to talk to investors\, with Dave Yewman LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110125T200212Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110222T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110222T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110125T200212Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110126T090255Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459668 DESCRIPTION:Frank Helle\, CEO of Axian\, Inc.\, will lead an interactive discussion about the art and science of raising capital. Attendees will learn the do-s and don't-s from some real-world hands-on experiences. Sh are with other CEOs your experiences\, insights and frustrations from pa st efforts and gain insights for more successful future outcomes. \; \n \;\nThis session will feature expert content provided by "\;an old-pro"\; at raising capital\, Spencer Brown\, Board Chair of Oreg on Aesthetics Technologies\, Inc.\, who has raised over $250\,000\,000 f or a variety of start-up and later stage companies\, and by a "\;fir st-timer"\; who has recently raised Angel money for his company. Lea rn from their successes and frustrations to improve your odds! \;\n& #13\;\nOur group will discuss how to attract attention\, methods and sty les of presentations that are most effective\, when and how to adjust to the unexpected\, strategies to employ\, and tactics of persuasion found to be most effective. You also will receive a high-level recap of the d iscussion. \;\n \;\nOpen only to CEOs or Presidents of currently operating companies that have employees. Boxed lunch will be served. Thi s program is limited to 12 participants\, and is available on a first-co me\, first-served basis. \;\n \;\nModerator: Frank Helle\, CEO of Axian\, Inc. - www.axian.com \;\nContent Expert: Spencer J. Brown\, Board Chair of Oregon Aesthetic Technologies\, Inc. - www.ansr.com \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Frank Helle \;\nFrank Helle is CEO of Axian\, I nc.\, a privately-held web-services engineering firm building custom sof tware and data solutions. Previously\, he was a senior global leader at Monsanto Company. He lived in Brussels Belgium for 5 years managing manu facturing\, engineering\, and supply chain for Europe\, Middle East\, an d Africa. He then lived in Singapore for 5 years as Asia-Pacific Managin g Director for 3 Monsanto Divisions. \;\n \;\nFrank's leadership helps organizations realize more of their full potential\, and often foc uses on turnarounds and turbo-charging growth. \;\n \;\nAside fro m positioning Axian to be "\;built to last\,"\; Frank mentors an d coaches local CXOs to help them compete in the global marketplace and create more jobs in Oregon. Frank is an active Board Director of Oregon' s Association for Corporate Growth as Past-President\, is an active Boar d Director of Oregon's high tech trade association\, Tech America\, is o n the Software Association of Oregon CEO Roundtable Steering Team\, and is an active volunteer with the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network - Chairing the CEO Roundtable. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nDate: Tuesday\, Feb ruary 22\, 2011 \;\nTime: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM \;\nLocation: Iro nStone Bank\, Conference Room 309 SW 6th Ave. Portland\, OR 97204 \;\ nOEN Member Registration: $46.00 \;\nNon-member Registration: $80.00 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, raising capital\n\nImported f rom: http://calagator.org/events/1250459668 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=193 SUMMARY:OEN CEO Roundtable with Frank Helle: Raising Money in a Difficult Economy LOCATION:IronStone Bank : 309 SW Sixth Avenue\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110125T201355Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110309T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110309T080000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110125T201355Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110125T201355Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459669 DESCRIPTION:Connecting early stage and seed businesses with angel and ven ture investors in southern Oregon. Its mission is to encourage\, acceler ate and showcase start-up companies. Entrepreneurs and start-ups can sub mit their business plans for review and coaching\, ultimately vying for an estimated $125\,000 investment prize. The competition is expected to have real economic impact in southern Oregon\, generating new business a nd jobs using local entrepreneurs\, talent and intellectual property. &# 13\;\n \;\nEvent Fee: $99 per person up to February 25\, 2011\; $149 February 26\, 2011 to March 9\, 2011 \;\n \;\nRegister here: http ://www.southernoregonangelinvestors.com/Page.asp?NavID=10 \;\n \; \nCall for Applications \;\nSouthern Oregon angel investors are call ing for the best and brightest start ups to compete for an estimated $12 5\,000 seed capital investment. The award will be announced at the March 9\, 2011 Southern Oregon Angel Conference. \;\n \;\nWhere to App ly \;\nwww.southernoregonangelinvestors.com early bird $99 applicati on fee by Dec 15\, $149 thereafter…DEADLINE JANUARY 7 (plans can be amen ded so apply now) \;\n \;\nDate: Wednesday\, March 09\, 2011  3\;\nTime: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM \;\nLocation: Rogue Valley Country Clu b\, 2660 Hillcrest Road\, Medford\, OR 97504 \;\nWeb: http://www.oen. org/events.aspx?id=186 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, raising capital \n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459669 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=186 SUMMARY:Southern Oregon Angel Conference 2011 LOCATION:Rogue Valley Country Club: \, Medford OR 97504 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110215T192408Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110309T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110309T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110215T192408Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110215T192408Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459797 DESCRIPTION:Oregon's entrepreneurial community is growing and thriving. I n fact\, Oregon entrepreneurs raised more than $200 million last year. M any of these companies have raised money in Oregon\, but at some point\, also made the decision to cast the funding net outside of the state. &# 13\;\n \;\nRaising money for your company is never easy and looking o ut of state inevitably creates some new challenges such as\; How do you go about getting connected to investors in other states? Do investors fo llow a different methodology when investing in companies outside of thei r state? Are most out of state investments done by VC firms or are there also angel investments? \;\n \;\nJoin us as we have a panel of e xperts discussing all aspects of out of state funding. \;\n \;\nE vent Panelists: \;\nChris DeVore\, Founders Co-op (Seattle) \;\n Chris Ulum\, Agilyx \;\nScott Kveton\, Urban Airship \;\n \;\ nModerator: \;\nSteve Morris\, OTBC \;\n \;\nPre-register to Save! \;\nOEN members can register for this event online and save $5 . Please note online registration for this event closes Wednesday\, Marc h 9th at noon. After that\, please register at the door. No discounts wi ll be applied if you miss the noon cut off. \;\n \;\nPubTalk is s ponsored by: Ater Wynne and Comcast Business Services. \;\n \;\nD ate: Wednesday\, March 9 \;\nLocation: Backspace 115 NW 5th Avenue P ortland\, OR 97209 \;\nTime: 5:15 PM - 7:00 PM \;\nOEN Member re gistration: $15 Online\, $20 at the Door \;\nNon-member Registration : $30 \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, entrepreneurship\, rai sing capital\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459797 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=199 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ - Raising Money: Casting a wider net LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T235304Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110316T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110316T080000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20101112T235304Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150207T223004Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459475 DESCRIPTION:OEN’s Angel Oregon is the nation’s premier angel investment a ward conference. It gives innovators the opportunity to connect with acc redited angel investors\, as well as the chance to win one of two invest ment awards. OEN's Angel Oregon is an opportunity for Oregon \;\nand southwest Washington’s brightest entrepreneurial talent to vie for a co ncept-stage prize of $25\,000\, as well as a launch-stage prize of ~$200 \,000.* \;\n \;\nWhether you are an investor\, an entrepreneur\, a networker or an attendee\, Angel Oregon 2011 is a conference you don’t want to miss. \;\n \;\nEntrepreneurs interested in applying to p resent at OEN's Angel Oregon 2011 should visit the "\;Apply"\; p age on the OEN Angel Oregon microsite - www.oenangeloregon.com. \;\n \;\n*Anticipated investment award. \;\n \;\nAngel Oregon 2011 Registration Pricing \;\nEarly Bird Registration (Available through February 1) \;\nOEN Member: $175 \;\nOEN Non-Member: $274 (Incl udes one year discounted OEN Individual Membership) \;\nAcademic (fu ll time students and professors) - OEN Member: $128 \;\n \;\nRefu nd Policy: No refunds after February 16th\n\nTags: oen\, business\, netw orking\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459475 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=183 SUMMARY: OEN's Angel Oregon 2011 LOCATION:Sentinel Hotel: 614 Southwest 11th Avenue\, Portland Oregon 9720 5 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110309T202109Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110407T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110407T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110309T202109Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110309T210902Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459906 DESCRIPTION:So\, you are ready to start hiring. Is that an independent co ntractor or an employee? What are the legal compliance issues you need t o consider? What essential processes and policies do you need to have in place? The presentation will cover the employment law basics in hiring employees and other contract workers. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Renee Sta rr \;\nRenee Starr is a solo employment lawyer who focuses her pract ice on advising and defending employers in all aspects of employment law . Before becoming a lawyer\, Renee started her career in human resources \, and currently maintains certifications as a Senior Professional in Hu man Resources (SPHR) and a Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) \n\nTags: oen\, business\, entrepreneurship\, employment law basics\n\nI mported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459906 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=201 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Employment Law Basics LOCATION:Perkins Coie (PDX): 1120 Nw Couch St\, 10th Floor\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110324T212020Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110407T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110407T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110324T212020Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110324T212020Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250460392 DESCRIPTION:Come to Backspace and see OEN's Angel Oregon 2011 Concept-Sta ge winner\, Marrietta Harrison of Soothie Suckers\, present her emerging consumer business. \;\n \;\nPubTalk is a lively forum where earl y-stage entrepreneurs from any industry get a chance to test their compa ny pitch in front of an audience of their peers. Presenters and attendee s alike\, learn from the challenging questions\, which test the presenti ng entrepreneur's business model. \;\n \;\nPre-Register and Save \;\nOEN members can save by pre-registering online. Online registrat ion for this event closes Wednesday\, April 13th at 12:00 pm. Please reg ister at the door after that time\, no discounts will be applied. \; \n \;\nAbout SoothieSuckers: www.soothiesuckers.com \;\nSoothie S uckers delivers good health in great tasting\, all-natural\, herbal\, fr eezable treats! Soothie Suckers come in three formulas: Immune Booster\, Cold Fighter and Sore Throat Relief. "\;It's the cool way to feel b etter."\; \;\n \;\nMarietta Harrison - Soothie Sucker's Found er\, CEO\, &\; Mom \;\nMarietta Harrison is a true "\;mompren eur."\; About 15 years ago\, before most pediatricians stopped presc ribing antibiotics for many common ailments\, Marietta lost faith in the medical community. Relying on her own research and input from friends a nd fellow parents familiar with natural medicine\, she began creating he r own herbal remedies and mixing them with fruit juices to help treat he r own children. \;\n \;\nYears later\, while brainstorming with h er husband\, musician Michael Allen Harrison\, and his sister\, they cam e up with the idea to put natural medicines into ice pops. As they began to move forward with their idea\, they were amazed at the lack of produ cts available to treat children for colds and other illnesses. Marietta' s experience with adding herbal medicines to her children's fruit juice helped them develop a great tasting and effective product - and Soothie Suckers were born. \;\n \;\nDate: Wednesday\, April 13 \;\nTim e: 5:15 PM - 7:00 PM \;\nBackspace\, 115 NW 5th Ave. Portland\, OR 97 204 \;\nOEN Member Registration: $15 \;\nNon-member Registratio n: $30 \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: pubtalk\, business\, sta rtup\, oen\, entrepreneurship\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/eve nts/1250460392 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=202 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ featuring Soothie Suckers LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110215T214603Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110420T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110420T133000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110215T214603Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20140716T224314Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459800 DESCRIPTION:The Oregon Entrepreneurs Network would like to invite you to participate at this year's Internship Workshop and Job Fair event. Inter nships not only provide excellent work experience\, but also allow you t o be an integral of an exciting and dynamic business environment. Learn how to maximize the internship experience and meet some of Oregon's hott est startups. \;\n \;\nWhat Students Can Expect at the Workshop a nd Speed Dating Event: \;\nThe workshop will be held in a round tabl e format to generate an environment of healthy discussion between studen t participants and panelists focused on driving maximum value out of fut ure internships. After the workshops the speed dating event will begin a nd each student will be able to meet with each company independently for 10 minutes. This will be your chance to make a connection and lay groun d work for prospective internship opportunities. Directly following the Job Fair\, you will have an additional 30 minutes available to follow up with the companies that best fit your future career aspirations. \; \n \;\nStudents: \;\nIf you are a student that wishes to register for this event\, please click on the Member or Non-member links below. If you are a student and unsure about the status of your OEN membership through your university\, please contact Kirsten Ringen (kirstenr@oen.or g) or Larry Williams (larryw@oen.org) to verify your membership. \;\ n \;\nCompanies Seeking Interns: \;\nIf you are a company seeking summer interns\, the OEN invites you to participate at this spring’s In ternship Workshop and Job Fair. Learn how to maximize the internship exp erience and connect with some of Oregon’s brightest business students. T he workshop will be held in a roundtable format to generate an environme nt of healthy discussion between participants and 3-4 expert panelists. Topics include general best practices\, tips for employing an intern and the legal consideration of internships. After the workshop\, the Job Fa ir will be held in a speed dating format where each company will be able to meet with students independently for 10 minutes per session. \;\ n \;\nThis event is open at all companies. Please send a couple of pa ragraphs describing your company and your internship needs to Kirsten Ri ngen\, kirstenr@oen.org. \;\n \;\n*Companies must be current OEN Members. \;\n \;\nPanelists: \;\nAre you interested in being a Panelist for OEN’s spring Internship Workshop and Job Fair? We will ho ld two simultaneous workshops\, one for companies and one for students\, focused on driving maximum value out of the internship experience. The workshop will be held in a roundtable format to generate an environment of healthy discussion between participants and 3-4 expert panelists.  3\;\n \;\nIf you are interested in being a panelist or if you would l ike more information\, please contact Kirsten Ringen\, kirstenr@oen.org. \;\n \;\nDates: April 20 \;\nTime: 1:45 PM - 5:00 PM \;\ nLocation: University of Portland Campus \;\nMember Registration: No Fee \;\nStudnet Non-member Registration: $45 \;\n \;\n\n\nT ags: job fair\, oen\, networking\, internship\n\nImported from: http://c alagator.org/events/1250459800 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=200 SUMMARY:OEN Internship and Job Fair LOCATION:University of Oregon Portland: 70 NW Couch Street\, Portland Ore gon 97209 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110406T201836Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110420T200000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110420T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110406T201836Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110406T201836Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250460441 DESCRIPTION:Clark County PubTalk \;\nApril 20th is Pitch Night @ Van couver’s PubTalk \;\n \;\nJoin us at Vancouver’s PubTalk for a fa st-paced networking evening where you’ll see 3 start-up companies pitche s\, &\; connect w/over 100 local start-ups\, small-business owners\, business professionals\, investors\, &\; service providers from both sides of the river. \;\n \;\nEvent Details: \;\n AHA ! \;\n 415 W 6th Street Ste 605\, \;\n Vanco uver\, WA 98660 \;\n 5-8 pm \;\n Cost：OEN Mem bers: $20 \;\n Non-Members: $25 \;\n \ ;\n Register： http://bit.ly/hNtYD9 \;\n \;\nPresenting Comp anies： \;\n • GroEasy：Designer/Manufacturer of GroEasy Grow Bag s \;\n • Bowserwear：Designer/Manufacturer of Healers™ medical devices for the veterinary industry \;\n • Stark Foundations： Man ufacturer of “no-concrete” proprietary fab systems used in erecting towe r structures. \;\n \;\nEvent Sponsors: \;\n • Schwabe\, Williamson &\; Wyatt \;\n • Eric Fuller &\; Associates\, Inc. \;\n • Kristine M. Peterson | Talbot\, Korvola &\; Wa rwick\, LLP \;\n \;\nFor more info： \;\n contact Mari a Swanson\, PubTalk Coordinator： (678) 314-6228 \;\n mdcswa nson@gmail.com \;\n \;\nClark County PubTalk: • OEN • SWWDC  •   CREDC • \n\nTags: networking\, start-ups\, vc\, funding\, entreprene urs\, investors\, tech\, pubtalk\, oen\n\nImported from: http://calagato r.org/events/1250460441 URL:http://events.linkedin.com/Pubtalk-Vancouver-WA/pub/620614 SUMMARY:Clark County PubTalk LOCATION:AHA!: 415 West Sixth St.\, Suite 605\, Vancouver WA 98660 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T224253Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110511T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110511T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T224253Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T224641Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250460577 DESCRIPTION:Do you know what to expect when applying for funding? Join OE N at Backspace for the skinny on local Angel Investment avenues. We’ve i nvited four local angel investment organizations to give an overview of their programs and share what kind of investments they make. You’ll lear n the ins and outs of how to obtain funding including: how to apply\, an d tips about what investors are looking for\, and how best to stand out against the competition. \;\n \;\nModerator: Rob Wiltbank\, Willam ette University \;\n \;\nPanelists: \;\n \;\nJulie Gulla\, P ortland Angel Network \;\n \;\nJim Huston\, Portland Seed Fund \;\n \;\nAngela Jackson\, Keiretsu Forum \;\n \;\nEric Pozzo\, Oregon Angel Fund \;\n \;\n \;\nPre-Register and Save \;\n&# 13\;\nOEN members can save by pre-registering online. Online registratio n for this event closes Wednesday\, April 13th at 12:00 pm. Please regis ter at the door after that time\, no discounts will be applied. \;\n& #13\;\n \;\n5-Minute Pitch \;\n \;\nPubTalk is a lively forum w here very early-stage entrepreneurs from any industry get a chance to te st their company pitch in front of an audience of their peers. Presenter s and attendees alike\, learn from the challenging questions\, which tes t the presenting entrepreneur’s business model. Companies who would like to apply to present at an upcoming PubTalk can apply here: http://www.o en.org/5_minute_pitch.aspx. \;\n \;\nSponsors \;\n \;\nAter Wynne \;\nComcast Business Services\n\nTags: oen\, business\, entrep reneurship\, angel\, investment\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/e vents/1250460577 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=208 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™: Angel Investment Avenues LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T224528Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110524T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110524T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T224528Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T224552Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250460578 DESCRIPTION:Frank Helle\, CEO of Axian\, Inc.\, will lead an interactive discussion about what to look for as you're selecting and growing your e xecutive team. We’ll focus on leadership team issues and the warning sig ns that\, if left untended\, can derail executives' careers -- and in th e process can torpedo both the culture of your team and your growing com pany. Share with other CEOs your experiences\, insights and frustrations in working with your own and others’ potential career derailers\, and g ain insights for proactively addressing these leadership issues. \;\ n \;\nOur featured content expert is executive coach Rebecca Perry. A s a former manager in a Fortune 50 company\, and with 20+ years of exper ience as coach and sounding board for leaders in start-up and growing or ganizations\, she brings to our table her curiosity\, insights and lesso ns-observed. \;\n \;\nThe content of this session will include a brief description of the Hogan Leadership instrument -- a unique persona lity assessment so incisive it’s a legally-defensible predictor of leade rship success. You'll hear about the 11 most common ways leaders shoot t heir careers and their company cultures in the foot. This information ca n help you notice warning signs in your team before they become show-sto ppers. \;\n \;\nOur group will discuss lessons-learned in creatin g alignment on a leadership team\, and fostering an environment where we ’re bringing out each others' best especially during the intense and oft en stress-producing phases of a young company. \;\n \;\nOpen only to CEOS or Presidents of currently operating companies that have employ ees. Boxed lunch will be served. This program is limited to 12 participa nts\, and is available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \;\n 3\;\nDate: Tuesday\, May 24\, 2011 \;\nTime: 11:30-1:30 pm \;\nL ocation: 309 SW 6th Ave. Ironstone Bank Conference Room \;\nPortland \, OR 97204 \;\nRegistration: OEN Member - $46 \;\nNon-Member - $80 \;\n \;\nModerator: Frank Helle\, CEO of Axian\, Inc. – www.a xian.com \;\nContent Expert: Rebecca Perry\, Executive Coach – www.l inkedin.com/in/rebeccaperryleadership \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Frank Hel le \;\nFrank Helle is CEO of Axian\, Inc.\, a privately-held web-ser vices engineering firm building custom software and data solutions. Prev iously\, he was a senior global leader at Monsanto Company. He lived in Brussels Belgium for 5 years managing manufacturing\, engineering\, and supply chain for Europe\, Middle East\, and Africa. He then lived in Sin gapore for 5 years as Asia-Pacific Managing Director for 3 Monsanto Divi sions. \;\n \;\nFrank's leadership helps organizations realize mo re of their full potential\, and often focuses on turnarounds and turbo- charging growth. \;\n \;\nAside from positioning Axian to be &quo t\;built to last\,"\; Frank mentors and coaches local CXOs to help t hem compete in the global marketplace and create more jobs in Oregon. Fr ank is an active Board Director of Oregon's Association for Corporate Gr owth as Past-President\, is an active Board Director of Oregon’s high te ch trade association\, Tech America\, is on the Software Association of Oregon CEO Roundtable Steering Team\, and is an active volunteer with th e Oregon Entrepreneurs Network - Chairing the CEO Roundtable. \;\n\n\ nTags: oen\, business\, entrepreneurship\, ceo\, roundtable\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250460578 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=203 SUMMARY:CEO Roundtable - Creating an Executive Leadership Team That Works LOCATION:IronStone Bank : 309 SW Sixth Avenue\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T224823Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110526T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110526T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T224823Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T225326Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250460579 DESCRIPTION:OEN offers many ways for you to connect with the Portland ent repreneurial community and leverage your contacts to create success for your business. Come to our next event on Thursday\, May 26\, 2011\, 4PM at Someday Lounge\, 125 NW 5th Avenue and hear how you can use all of th e benefits that are part of OEN membership!\n\nTags: oen\, business\, en trepreneurship\, new members\, orientation\n\nImported from: http://cala gator.org/events/1250460579 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=210 SUMMARY:OEN New Member Orientation - May LOCATION:Someday Lounge: 125 NW 5th\, Portland Oregon 97209 SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T224950Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110602T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110602T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T224950Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T225400Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250460580 DESCRIPTION:Raising equity capital can be a daunting task for entrepreneu rs. OEN is proud to offer a workshop that provides entrepreneurs who are planning to try and raise capital from Angel Investors\, an overview on what it takes to prepare. \;\n \;\nThe workshop covers a road ma p of how to improve your investor readiness. Topics will include: \; \n• Who is an Angel Investor - and what motivates them to invest. \; \n• Understanding Angel Investor realities. \;\n• Where to find Ange ls. \;\n• Investor readiness and preparation \;\n• The Due Dilig ence process. \;\n• Criteria of an ideal Angel Deal. \;\n \;\ nDennis Powers\, Cornerstone Management Resources \;\nMr. Powers is the Managing Partner of Cornerstone Management Resources and has over 35 years experience in technology ventures. He has been an officer and/or director in a number of companies that have successfully gone from early formation to successful exits. He has experience on several boards of d irectors\, is an active angel investor\, and volunteer in the entreprene urial community. \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, entrepreneurship\, an gel\, investment\, pitch\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1 250460580 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=207 SUMMARY:Preparing to Pitch Angel Investors – Do you have the right stuff? LOCATION:Perkins Coie (PDX): 1120 Nw Couch St\, 10th Floor\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T225138Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110607T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110607T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T225138Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T225430Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250460581 DESCRIPTION:Ever try to solve a Rubik's cube? Most people can complete on e side\, but solving the whole puzzle is decidedly more difficult. Entre preneurs experience the same thing when trying to solve the revenue grow th puzzle. Achieving the first million is pretty straightforward\, but g rowing revenues from $1M to $5M is complicated. You have to be thinking several steps ahead and managing several moving parts. Solving the reven ue growth puzzle requires you to think of marketing\, sales\, staffing\, training\, financing\, production and distribution. OEN has assembled a stellar panel of entrepreneurs who have successfully grown their compan ies’ revenues past the $5M mark and are willing to share their experienc es\, and answer your questions. Please join moderator Frank Helle\, CEO of Axian\, Inc. and Program Chair for OEN's CEO Roundtable\, along with the following three revenue-growth experts for an informative and entert aining panel discussion. There will be plenty of interactive Q&\;A ti me regarding how to drive revenue growth from the $1M marker to the $5M marker. \;\nChris Marsh\, Pulse Health \;\nJulie Pickens\, Little Busy Bodies \;\nMike Wright\, Wellpartner \;\nYou can cut to prof itability but not to top-line growth...learn what these experts know Thi s panel of local entrepreneurs knows how to create long-term value for a ll stake holders through top-line growth. They also have succeeded recen tly despite the challenging access to capital and the difficult economy businesses face today. This workshop is your opportunity to quiz them on their successes\, frustrations\, and lessons learned that you can apply to your growing business.\n\nTags: oen\, business\, entrepreneurship\, revenue\, growth\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/125046058 1 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=206 SUMMARY:Helping you Solve the Rubik's Cube of Revenue Growth: Getting fro m $1M to $5M LOCATION:Perkins & Company: 1211 SW Fifth Ave\, Suite 1000\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T225204Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110607T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110607T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110509T225204Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110609T204821Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250460582 DESCRIPTION:Ever try to solve a Rubik's cube? Most people can complete on e side\, but solving the whole puzzle is decidedly more difficult. Entre preneurs experience the same thing when trying to solve the revenue grow th puzzle. Achieving the first million is pretty straightforward\, but g rowing revenues from $1M to $5M is complicated. You have to be thinking several steps ahead and managing several moving parts. Solving the reven ue growth puzzle requires you to think of marketing\, sales\, staffing\, training\, financing\, production and distribution. OEN has assembled a stellar panel of entrepreneurs who have successfully grown their compan ies’ revenues past the $5M mark and are willing to share their experienc es\, and answer your questions. Please join moderator Frank Helle\, CEO of Axian\, Inc. and Program Chair for OEN's CEO Roundtable\, along with the following three revenue-growth experts for an informative and entert aining panel discussion. There will be plenty of interactive Q&\;A ti me regarding how to drive revenue growth from the $1M marker to the $5M marker. \;\nChris Marsh\, Pulse Health \;\nJulie Pickens\, Little Busy Bodies \;\nMike Wright\, Wellpartner \;\nYou can cut to prof itability but not to top-line growth...learn what these experts know Thi s panel of local entrepreneurs knows how to create long-term value for a ll stake holders through top-line growth. They also have succeeded recen tly despite the challenging access to capital and the difficult economy businesses face today. This workshop is your opportunity to quiz them on their successes\, frustrations\, and lessons learned that you can apply to your growing business. \;\n \;\n*NOTE - This listing says 9th\ , OEN listing says 7th.... \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, entrepreneu rship\, revenue\, growth\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1 250460582 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=206 SUMMARY:Helping you Solve the Rubik's Cube of Revenue Growth: Getting fro m $1M to $5M SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110125T210726Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110615T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110615T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110125T210726Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110126T085317Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459672 DESCRIPTION:Need to learn how to develop a solid business plan? This semi nar is for you. Join OEN at OTBC to attend the OEN Business Plan Develop ment Seminar. It reviews all components of an effective\, compelling bus iness plan. You'll learn from two seasoned OEN experts why certain infor mation is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present . Besides learning what is critical to include in an effective business plan\, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resources . \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is limited to 15 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\nPresenter: Steve Morris \;\nSteve Mor ris is the Executive Director of OTBC and the Managing Director of Orego nStartups.com. He is a veteran of three start-ups\, and has more than 25 years of management experience in the software\, service\, and semicond uctor test industries at companies such as Hewlett Packard\, Integrated Measurement Systems\, Cadence Design Systems\, Mentor Graphics\, Credenc e Corporation and Teseda Corporation. He holds a B.A. in mathematics fro m Reed College and a Masters of Science degree from Carnegie-Mellon Univ ersity Graduate School of Industrial Administration (now The Tepper Scho ol of Business). \;\n \;\n \;\nDate: Wednesday\, June 15\, 20 11 Remind Me \;\nTime: 4:00 PM - 6:15 PM \;\nLocation: 8305 SW Creekside Place\, Suite C\, Beaverton\, OR 97008 \;\nWeb: http://www .oen.org/events.aspx?id=189 \;\nOEN Member Registration: $32.00 &# 13\;\nNon-member Registration: $70.00 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business \, raising capital\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459 672 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=189 SUMMARY: Business Plan Development Seminar - June LOCATION:OTBC (Oregon Technology Business Center): 8305 Southwest Creeksi de Place\, Beaverton Oregon 97008 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110804T172702Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110914T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110914T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110804T172702Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110912T220157Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461190 DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, September 14 \;\n5:15 PM – 7:00 PM \;\nBa ckspace\, 115 NW 5th Avenue\, Portland\, OR\, 97209 \;\n \;\nWant to learn what it takes to raise capital? OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalks are for you. \;\n \;\nOEN's Seed Oregon is a unique opportunity for companies from Oregon and Southwest Washington that are seeking capital within the range of $100\,000 to $2\,000\,000. In this competition\, CEO s of emerging companies learn the rules of the road for effective fundra ising and receive coaching from content experts to help them shine. \;\n \;\nThis entertaining and educational competition is the program for OEN PubTalks during September\, October\, November of 2011 with the finale in January of 2011. The overall winner of OEN's Seed Oregon PubT alk will receive exposure at OEN's Angel Oregon\, the premier angel inve sting event in the Northwest. \;\n \;\n5-Minute Pitch Company: &# 13\;\nMyReplayLive http://www.myreplaylive.com/ \;\n \;\nRound 1 S eed Oregon Presenting Companies: \;\nBikeTrak http://www.biketrak.co m/ \;\nRES Equine Products Inc. http://www.resboot.com/ \;\nthedo t http://thedot.tv/ \;\n \;\nSponsored by: \;\nAter Wynne http: //www.aterwynne.com/ \;\nComcast Business Services http://business.co mcast.com/\n\nTags: oen\, pubtalk\, seed oregon\, vc\, investor\, entrep reneur\, start-ups\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250461 190 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=223 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ Seed Oregon: Round 1 – Sept. 14\, 2011 LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110822T185019Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110915T200000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110915T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110822T185019Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110909T202759Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461237 DESCRIPTION:Clark County PubTalk™Thus Sept 15th: 5pm-8pm \;\n \;\nP ubTalk has a new VENUE! PubTalk's moved to the Red Cross Community Room at Ft. VancouverRed Cross Building at Fort Vancouver605 East Barnes St.& #13\;\nVancouver\, WA 98661 \;\nGoogle Map: http://g.co/maps/arjkaPD F Map: http://bit.ly/qOoA2y \;\n \;\nAre you investor ready? \; \n \;\nJoin us and find out if you are angel investor ready and if yo u fully understand the due diligence process. Also find out how to attra ct the right investor for your business and learn how a local success st ory\, Ryonet Corporation\, met the challenge of growing a company withou t adequate funding. Confirmed speakers: \;\n \;\nNathan McDonald\ , Keiretsu NW President \;\nRyan Moor\, President\, Ryonet Corporati on \;\nRob Wiltbank\, Assoc. Prof of Strategy &\; Entrepreneurship \, Willamette Univ. \;\n \;\n It's OPEN MIC night at PubTalk!  3\;\nRegister here: http://bit.ly/hNtYD9$25 General registration$20 OEN membersDrinks &\; hors d'oeuvre served. \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: pub talk\, networking\, clark county\, entrepreneurs\, networking event\, in vestors\, vc’s\, vancouver\, oen\, swwdc\, credc\, innovation\, startups \n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250461237 URL:http://www.swwdc.org SUMMARY:Clark County PubTalk™ LOCATION:The Red Cross Community Room: 605 Barnes Street\, Vancouver WA 98661 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110830T183346Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111006T183000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111006T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110830T183346Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120419T205010Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461247 DESCRIPTION:Tonkon Torp's Intellectual Property Practice Group will provi de practical guidance to new business owners on avoiding common intellec tual property pitfalls when starting a business. The speakers will cove r a number of important topics for new business owners\, including brand ing\, trade secret protection\, financing/investor disclosure issues\, i dea submission and restrictions on use of internet materials. The prese ntation is intended to give attendees a roadmap for understanding and ad dressing potential IP liability issues when starting a business. \;\n \;\nThe speakers are all members of Tonkon Torp's Intellectual Prope rty Practice Group: \;\n \;\nVicki Ballou\, Partner\, Tonkon Torp - Ms. Ballou specializes in intellectual property licensing \;\n \ ;\nJon Stride\, Partner\, Tonkon Torp- Mr. Stride practices commercial l itigation\, including intellectual property matters \;\n \;\nSteve n Wilker\, Partner\, Tonkon Torp- Mr. Wilker practice commercial litigat ion\, including copyright\, media and other intellectual property matter s \;\n \;\nChris Erickson\, Tonkon Torp- Mr. Erickson specializes in trademark and branding\n\nTags: intellectual property\, workshop\, oe n\, entrepreneurs\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/12504612 47 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=230 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Intellectual Property Tool Kit for Start-Ups: Pract ical Advice for Avoiding Some of the Biggest IP Mistakes New Businesses Make LOCATION:Tonkon Torp LLP : 888 SW Fifth Ave\, Suite 1600\, Portland OR 9 7204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111001T020210Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111012T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111012T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111001T020210Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111001T020210Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461406 DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Oct 12 \;\n5:15 PM – 7:00 PM \;\nBackspac e\, 115 NW 5th Avenue\, Portland\, OR\, 97209 \;\n \;\nWant to le arn what it takes to raise capital? OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalks are for y ou. \;\n \;\nOEN's Seed Oregon is a unique opportunity for compan ies from Oregon and Southwest Washington that are seeking capital within the range of $100\,000 to $2\,000\,000. In this competition\, CEOs of e merging companies learn the rules of the road for effective fundraising and receive coaching from content experts to help them shine. \;\n&# 13\;\nThis entertaining and educational competition is the program for O EN PubTalks during September\, October\, November of 2011 with the final e in January of 2011. The overall winner of OEN's Seed Oregon PubTalk wi ll receive exposure at OEN's Angel Oregon\, the premier angel investing event in the Northwest. \;\n \;\nSponsored by: \;\nAter Wynne http://www.aterwynne.com/ \;\nComcast Business Services http://busine ss.comcast.com/\n\nTags: entrepreneur\, investor\, oen\, pubtalk\, seed oregon\, start-ups\, vc\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/12 50461406 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=224 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk Seed Oregon: Round 2 – Oct. 12\, 2011 LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T221255Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111026T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111026T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T221255Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T221255Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461486 DESCRIPTION: \;\n \;\nOEN offers many ways for you to connect with the Portland entrepreneurial community and leverage your contacts to cre ate success for your business. Come to our next event\, meet other OEN members\, and hear how you can use all of the benefits that are part of OEN membership from a veteran OEN member. \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: star tups\, oen\, oregon\, network\, entrepreneurs\, Small\, Businesses\, net working\, oen events\, community events\, portland\, free to oen members \n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250461486 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=212 SUMMARY:OEN New Member Orientation LOCATION:Someday Lounge: 125 NW 5th\, Portland Oregon 97209 SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110706T183243Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111103T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111103T080000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110706T183243Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150207T223004Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250460802 DESCRIPTION:OEN Venture NW 2011 \;\n \;\n When: Thurs Nov 3rd\, 8am -5pm \;\n Where: \;\nGovernor Hotel \;\n614 SW 11th Avenue 3\;\nPortland\, OR 97205y \;\n \;\nVenture NW: \;\nhttp://www.v enturenw.org \;\n \;\nOEN 2011 Venture Northwest: \;\n On Nov 3rd come hear from the 10 NW Venture finalists: \;\n \;\n10 Start up Finalists: \;\n ・ 4-Tell\, Inc.\, Portland\, OR \;\nwww.4-t ell.com \;\n ・ Avado\, Bellvue\, WA \;\nwww.avedo.com \;\ n ・ Cloudability\, Portland\, OR \;\nwww.cloudability.com \;\n ・ Meridian\, Portland\, OR \;\nwww.meridianapps.com \;\n ・ Mo toCzysz\, LLC\, Portland\, OR \;\nwww.motoczysz.com \;\n ・ Nig ht &\; Day Studios\, Inc.\, Portland\, OR \;\n www.nightanddayst udios.com \;\n ・ Northwest Analytics\, Portland\, OR \;\nwww.n wasoft.com \;\n ・ OpenSesame\, Portland\, OR \;\nwww.opensesam e.com \;\n ・ Pacific Light Technologies Corp. Portland\, OR \; \nwww.pacificlighttech.com \;\n ・ The Clymb\, Portland\, OR \; \nwww.theclymb.com \;\n \;\nTen great investment opportunities a wait you\, and we have the coordinates! You’ll also hear from brilliant business leaders about trends in social media and mobile computing\, as well as hear why some leading venture firms are plotting their course to the Northwest to find real treasures. \;\n \;\nOEN’s Venture Nort hwest is an annual Portland-based conference that draws VCs\, institutio nal investors and investment bankers from across the US and Western Cana da\, who are interested in early and growth stage companies. \;\n 3\;\nOEN Venture Northwest is an outstanding networking opportunity for all entrepreneurs and investors. So whether you are chosen to present or not – we encourage you to register. How often are you in a room with 1 00 + investors? Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity. \;\n \;\n Register: OEN Venture NW \;\nhttp://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=219\n\ nTags: business\, networking\, oen\, startups\, vc\, investors\, Venture NW\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250460802 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=219 SUMMARY:OEN's Venture Northwest 2011 LOCATION:Sentinel Hotel: 614 Southwest 11th Avenue\, Portland Oregon 9720 5 US SEQUENCE:8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T221629Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111108T210000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111108T180000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T221629Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T221629Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461487 DESCRIPTION:The Light A Fire Awards Dinner honors the nonprofit organizat ions and individuals whose extraordinary acts of service embody the Port land spirit of giving to make our region more prosperous\, beautiful\, h ealthful\, and sustainable— in a word\, better—for all of us. \;\n &# 13\;\nProceeds benefit OEN’s Entrepreneurs Foundation of the Northwest.& #13\;\n \;\n6pm Cocktail Hour \;\n7pm Dinner &\; Awards Ceremo ny \;\n \;\nSpecial thanks to our sponsors below who make the eve ning possible. \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, nonprofit\, oregon\, netwo rk\, entrepreneurs\, Award\, Dinner\n\nImported from: http://calagator.o rg/events/1250461487 URL:http://lightafire.eventbrite.com/ SUMMARY:OEN Light a Fire 2011 LOCATION:Portland Art Museum: 1219 SW Park Avenue\, Portland Oregon 97205 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111104T002955Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111109T193000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111109T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111104T002955Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111104T002955Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461543 DESCRIPTION:##**OEN PubTalk – Nov 9th\, 5:15-7:30pm** \;\n \;\n### **OEN PubTalk – Seed Oregon Round 3** \;\n Want to learn what it take s to raise capital? Then OEN’s Seed \;\n Oregon PubTalks are for you. Apply to participate or register for \;\n Round 3 of OEN Seed Oregon . \;\n \;\n###**Presenting Companies** \;\n • Chainge Capit al \;\n http://www.chaingecapital.com \;\n • My Replay L ive \;\n http://www.myreplaylive.com \;\n • Cloudfeet\, Inc. \;\n http://www.cloudfeet.com \;\n \;\n Reg ister: http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=225 \;\n \;\n###**Become a 5-Minute Pitch Company** \;\n PubTalk is a lively forum where very early-stage entrepreneurs \;\n from any industry get a chance to te st their company pitch in front \;\n of an audience of their peers. \;\n Presenters and attendees alike\, learn from the challenging  3\;\n questions\, which test the presenting entrepreneur’s business \;\n model. \;\n Companies interested in presenting at PubTalk can ap ply here: \;\n http://www.oen.org/5_minute_pitch.aspx \;\n \;\ n###**Venue:** Backspace \;\n \;\n 115 NW 5th Ave \;\n Portland\, OR 97209 \;\n www.backspace.bz \ ;\n (503) 248-2900\n\nTags: funding\, startups\, vc\, oen\, pubtal k\, seed oregon\, investors\, pdx\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org /events/1250461543 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=225 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk – Seed Oregon Round 3 LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111011T182626Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111110T200000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111110T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111011T182626Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120419T205456Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461458 DESCRIPTION:**Clark County PubTalk “Alumni Night”：** Thur. 11/10: 5-8pm&# 13\;\n \;\nJoin us for another great networking event on Nov 10th t o hear previous PubTalk early stage companies talk about their progress and lessons learned\, and to celebrate their achievements. \;\n \; \nFind out how former PubTalk 'Alumni’ companies have grown and evolved via their direct involvement w/the PubTalk experience. Network with over 150 local business professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and service provider s to strengthen your social and professional connections and participate in the growing Clark County buzz! \;\n \;\n**Presenting Alumni Co mpanies:** \;\n \;\n* REDpoint： http://www.redpointcorp.com \;\ n* Bowserwear： http://bowserwear.com \;\n* Helidyne LLC： http://www.h elidynepower.com \;\n* Oasis： http://www.4saliva.com \;\n* Hydrovo lts： http://hydrovolts.com \;\n* GroEasy： http://www.groeasy.com \ ;\n \;\n**Registration:** http://bit.ly/tDpZYH \;\n \;\n* $25 General \;\n* $20 OEN members \;\n*$30 Walk-ins \;\n \;\nHo sted by: SWWDC\, CREDC\, OEN\n\nTags: pubtalk\, clark county pubtalk\, networking\, startups\, vc\, oen\, oen pubtalk\, vancouver\, credc\, sww dc\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250461458 URL:https://s07.123signup.com/servlet/SignUp?PG=1520184182300 SUMMARY:Clark County PubTalk “Alumni Night” LOCATION:Fort Vancouver Artillery Barracks: 600 E Hatheway Rd\, Vancouver WA 98661 US SEQUENCE:6 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111115T234548Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111115T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111115T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111115T234548Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150207T223004Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461586 DESCRIPTION:For innovators\, investors\, and networkers alike\, OEN’s Ang el Oregon is more than the northwest’s premier angel investment prize co nference\; it’s where breakthrough ideas are nurtured\, new markets are tapped\, and invaluable business connections are made. \;\n \;\nAt OEN’s Angel Oregon 2012 investment conference\, Oregon and southwest Wa shington’s brightest entrepreneurs will be competing for the launch-stag e investment award. It is the perfect opportunity for entrepreneurs to p resent to accredited angel investors. \;\n \;\nThis must-attend ev ent gives presenting companies excellent visibility and a chance to obta in substantial investment capital by bringing together Oregon and southw est Washington’s brightest entrepreneurial talent with accredited angel investors. \;\n \;\nPeople interested in applying or investing sho uld visit www.oenangeloregon.org to learn more. \;\n \;\nConferenc e attendence includes: lunch\, keynote speaker\, presentations followed by questions and answers by Launch Stage Company Finalists and Concept S tage Company Finalists\, vote for audience favorites\, announcement of w inners\, and celebratory networking reception. \;\n \;\nPricing 3\;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n•Early bird Member Registration: $185 (Earl y bird pricing ends March 22nd) \;\n \;\n \;\n•Early bird Non-m ember: $310 (Includes a one-year individual membership to OEN) \;\n& #13\;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n•OEN Member Registration: $210 (After Mar ch 22nd) \;\n \;\n \;\n•OEN Non-member Registration: $335 ( Inc ludes a one-year individual membership to OEN) \;\n \;\n \;\n•A cademic Registration: $140 \;\n \;\n \;\n•Additional colleague from finalist company: $132 \;\n \;\n \;\n•OEN Board and Angel Oregon Committee Registration: $130 \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n\n\n Tags: angel\, oen\, oregon\, network\, entrepreneurs\n\nImported from: h ttp://calagator.org/events/1250461586 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=245 SUMMARY:OEN's Angel Oregon 2012 LOCATION:Sentinel Hotel: 614 Southwest 11th Avenue\, Portland Oregon 9720 5 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T222335Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111115T200000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111115T180000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T222335Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T222335Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461488 DESCRIPTION: \;\nPaul O'Brien\, who founded Visionary Networks/Tarot.c om\, will share his experiences and perspective as an entrepreneur who b ootstrapped an innovative Internet-based content business\, invented his own unique approach to monetizing it via 'micropayments'\, turned Googl e\, AOL\, MySpace and others into major partners in helping grow a follo wing for the company’s horoscope readings to millions of users per month \, and then sold the company for $21M in 2007. Paul will touch on motiva tion\, desire\, and innovation as they apply to successful entrepreneurs hip\, and share in depth how he developed better decision making ability \, which he credits as key to his process. Paul has served as the “Pathw ays” radio host for KBOO for 25 years\, and now runs his own foundation. Whether you have started your own venture or are thinking about it\, th is presentation will give you plenty of food for thought. \;\n \;\ n \;\n$5.00 Gorge OEN Members \;\n$10.00 Non Gorge OEN Members \;\nOnline Registration Deadline: Nov. 11\, 2011 @ Noon \;\n \;\n& #13\;\nFor information: Robin Cope\, Gorge OEN\, Executive Director\, ro binc@gorge.net\, 541-296-8080\n\nTags: oen\, oregon\, network\, entrepre neurs\, Tarot.com\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/12504614 88 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=236 SUMMARY:Gorge OEN Presents... "Entrepreneurship\, Inspiration & Visionary Decision Making"\, Paul O'Brien LOCATION:Columbia Center for the Arts: 215 Cascade Ave.\, Hood River Oreg on 97031 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110125T212505Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111116T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111116T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110125T212505Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20110126T085357Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250459673 DESCRIPTION:Need to learn how to develop a solid business plan? This semi nar is for you. Join OEN at OTBC to attend the OEN Business Plan Develop ment Seminar. It reviews all components of an effective\, compelling bus iness plan. You'll learn from two seasoned OEN experts why certain infor mation is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present . Besides learning what is critical to include in an effective business plan\, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resources . \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is limited to 15 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\nPresenter: Steve Morris \;\nSteve Mor ris is the Executive Director of OTBC and the Managing Director of Orego nStartups.com. He is a veteran of three start-ups\, and has more than 25 years of management experience in the software\, service\, and semicond uctor test industries at companies such as Hewlett Packard\, Integrated Measurement Systems\, Cadence Design Systems\, Mentor Graphics\, Credenc e Corporation and Teseda Corporation. He holds a B.A. in mathematics fro m Reed College and a Masters of Science degree from Carnegie-Mellon Univ ersity Graduate School of Industrial Administration (now The Tepper Scho ol of Business). \;\n \;\nDate: Wednesday\, November 16 \;\n Time: 4:00 PM - 6:15 PM \;\nLocation: OTBC 8305 SW Creekside Place \, Suite C\, Beaverton\, OR 97008 \;\nWeb: http://www.oen.org/events. aspx?id=191 \;\nOEN Member Registration: $32.00 \;\nNon-member Registration: $70.00 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, business\, business pla n\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250459673 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=191 SUMMARY:OEN Business Plan Development Seminar - November LOCATION:OTBC (Oregon Technology Business Center): 8305 Southwest Creeksi de Place\, Beaverton Oregon 97008 US SEQUENCE:4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T222940Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111130T113000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111130T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T222940Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T222940Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461489 DESCRIPTION:This workshop will cover the basics concepts of angel investm ents that a company should know before negotiating with investors or par ticipating in any angel competition\, including understanding a term she et\, preparing for an angel investment\, and understanding the process a nd timeline for completing an angel investment. The workshop will be led by experienced startup attorneys\, and will cover the term sheet used i n the Angel Oregon competition. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nSpeakers& #13\;\n•Ernie Bootsma - Ater Wynne \;\n•Scott Davidson - Lane Powell& #13\;\n•Jon Summers - White Summers \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: business\, oen\, oregon\, network\, entrepreneurs\, term\, sheets\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250461489 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=235 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: What Entrepreneurs need to know about Term Sheets LOCATION:Ater Wynne: 1331 NW Lovejoy\, Ste 900\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111027T213116Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111130T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111130T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111027T213116Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111027T213116Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461532 DESCRIPTION:Learn about angel investing and OEN’s Angel Oregon experience and process at the Angel Oregon 2012 Investor Information Session &\ ; Reception. OEN's Angel Oregon is an annual investment conference for c oncept and launch stage companies. Investors looking for an opportunity to diversify their investment portfolios\, learn more about angel invest ing\, as well as have fun and network with the Oregon entrepreneurial co mmunity should attend. \;\n \;\n \;\nPresenters: \;\n \ ;\n \;\n•Drew Smith\, Investor Recruitment Chair\, Angel Oregon 2012& #13\;\n•Shelley Gunton\, Chair\, Angel Oregon 2012 \;\n•Bill Stevens \, LLC Manager Panel of angel investors who have benefitted from their e xperience with Angel Oregon. Other AO12 Steering Committee members \ ;\n \;\n \;\n**Note: Attendees must meet the SEC accredited invest ors' criteria. See requirements in the following link: http://www.sec.go v/answers/accred.htm. \;\n \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: angel\, oen\, o regon\, investment\, network\, entrepreneurs\n\nImported from: http://ca lagator.org/events/1250461532 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=242 SUMMARY:OEN Angel Oregon 2012: Investor Information Session & Reception LOCATION:Lane Powell : 601 Sw 2nd Ave\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T223221Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111201T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111201T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111018T223221Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120419T210043Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461490 DESCRIPTION:Tonkon Torp's Intellectual Property Practice Group will provi de practical guidance to new business owners on avoiding common intellec tual property pitfalls when starting a business. \;\nThe speakers wil l cover a number of important topics for new business owners\, including branding\, trade secret protection\, financing/investor disclosure issu es\, idea submission and restrictions on use of internet materials \ ;\nThe presentation is intended to give attendees a roadmap for understa nding and addressing potential IP liability issues when starting a busin ess. \;\n \;\n \;\nThe speakers are all members of Tonkon Torp' s Intellectual Property Practice Group: \;\n \;\n•Vicki Ballou\, Partner\, Tonkon Torp- Ms. Ballou specializes in intellectual property l icensing \;\n•Ari Okano\, Tonkon Torp- Ms. Okano's practice is focuse d on trademarks and copyrights \;\n•Steven Wilker\, Partner\, Tonkon Torp- Mr. Wilker practice commercial litigation\, including copyright\, media and other intellectual property matters \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: workshop\, oen\, oregon\, network\, entrepreneurs\n\nImported from: http ://calagator.org/events/1250461490 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=230 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Intellectual Property Tool Kit for Start-Ups: Pract ical Advice for Avoiding Some of the Biggest IP Mistakes New Businesses Make LOCATION:Tonkon Torp LLP : 888 SW Fifth Ave\, Suite 1600\, Portland OR 9 7204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111109T000752Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111201T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111201T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111109T000752Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111109T000752Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461556 DESCRIPTION:Learn about what angel investors look for in an angel investm ent\, what it means to be "\;investor ready"\;\, the Angel Orego n application\, how to use GUST (the software platform used by Angel Ore gon to gather and review company information)\, the Angel Oregon process \, and a brief overview of the Angel Oregon 2012 term sheet. OEN’s Angel Oregon is an annual investment conference for Concept and Launch stage companies. This year\, the OEN Angel Oregon Steering Committee is hoping to raise in excess of $300\,000 with a minimum of $200\,000 going to th e Launch Stage Company winner and the possibility of second and even thi rd place investments too. \;\n \;\n \;\nSpeakers \;\n \; \n \;\n \;\n•Kermit Yensen\, Company Recruitment Chair\, Angel Ore gon 2012 \;\n \;\n•Dennis Powers\, Angel Oregon 2012 Steering Com mittee and longtime angel investor/advisor. \;\n \;\n•Shelley Gun ton\, Chair\, Angel Oregon 2012 (and Angel Oregon 2005 winner) \;\n& #13\;\n•Julie Brown\, OEN \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: angel \, free\, oen\, oregon\, event\, network\, entrepreneurs\n\nImported fro m: http://calagator.org/events/1250461556 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=244 SUMMARY:OEN Angel Oregon Information Session - For Companies Seeking Outs ide Investors - Dec. 2011 LOCATION:Miller Nash: 111 S.W. Fifth Avenue\, Suite 3400\, Portland Orego n 97204-3699 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111109T000439Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111206T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111206T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111109T000439Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111109T002316Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461555 DESCRIPTION:Frank Helle\, CEO of Axian\, Inc.\, will lead an interactive discussion on the use of strategic partnerships. The session will focus on options that can provide leverage to your organization when internal resources are scarce. Too often\, CEO’s neglect these attractive options due to uncertainty on how to establish them or how to make effective us e of them. Practical discussion will highlight: \;\n \;\nKey areas for consideration: \;\n \;\n•Determining where leverage is neede d in your organization \;\n•Keys to initiating relationships \;\n• Practical suggestions for consideration \;\nYour insights and consid erations will be welcome and integrated into the discussion. \;\n \;\n \;\nOur featured content expert is Peter Arezzini\, Principal\, Arezzini Consulting. Arezzini Consulting specializes in strategic plann ing and development of growth strategies for mid-market companies. Peter Arezzini has served as a President/Chief Operating Officer for over 15 years. He has taken divisions of Fortune 500 companies to double-digit g rowth through organic as well as acquisition strategies that are simple\ , yet powerful. He has experience in high technology as well as industri al-based companies. Peter has successfully grown\, consolidated and posi tioned companies for IPO and ultimate sale to other public companies. &# 13\;\n \;\n \;\nOpen only to CEOs or Presidents of currently opera ting companies that have employees. Boxed lunch will be served. This pro gram is limited to 12 participants\, and is available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \;\n \;\n \;\nModerator: Frank Helle\, CEO of Axian\, Inc. - www.axian.com. \;\nContent Expert: Peter Arezzini\ , Arezzini Consulting Inc. \;\n \;\n \;\nTo register for this e vent\, please contact Kirsten Ringen\, OEN Director of Membership Servic es\, at 503-222-2270 x 113 or kirstenr@oen.org. Registration: OEN Membe r - $46\; Non-Member - $80. \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: workshop\, oen\, o regon\, network\, entrepreneurs\, roundtable\n\nImported from: http://ca lagator.org/events/1250461555 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=243 SUMMARY:OEN CEO Roundtable: Establishing Strategic Partnerships LOCATION:IronStone Bank : 309 SW Sixth Avenue\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111026T234643Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111215T100000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111215T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111026T234643Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111026T234643Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461526 DESCRIPTION:Savvy business owners and leaders agree – the most valuable a sset in any company is its employees. So are your current hiring practic es set up to support your most valuable asset? While there is no exact s cience for guaranteeing the perfect hire\, you can improve your chances of hiring right the first time through a well planned and executed proce ss. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n•Understand the legal considerations pertaining to the hiring of independent contractors and employees \ ;\n \;\n•Develop a consistent and objective process to avoid negligen t hiring practices and minimize costly turnover \;\n \;\n•Acquire tips and tools to uncover a candidate’s skills\, values and performance within your culture \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, oreg on\, network\, webinar\, entrepreneurs\, Xenium\n\nImported from: http:/ /calagator.org/events/1250461526 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=240 SUMMARY:Xenium HR Webinar Series: Making Your Best Hire LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111123T000546Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111215T183000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111215T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111123T000546Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111123T000546Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461613 DESCRIPTION:For Gazelle CEOs whose companies have annual revenues between $3M - $30M. This event is part four of a five-part series\, chaired and moderated by Sudhir Bhagwan. It provides informative and interactive ad vice to Gazelle CEOs. The OEN Running with the Gazelles CEO Forum of...f ers attendees two topic discussions each session. \;\n \;\nThis se ssion will cover: Protecting Intellectual Property \;\n \;\nIntell ectual Property 101: The goal of this presentation is to arm the attende es with a basic working knowledge of each of the distinct areas of intel lectual property protection and provide practical approaches and clear o ptions for protecting the intangible assets of a company. This session w ill cover the distinct legal concepts (trademark\, copyright\, patent an d trade secrets) that are available to protect intellectual assets. We’l l address the common misconceptions\, misnomers and pitfalls associated with each. Additionally\, we’ll cover what intangibles can be protected\ ; the process of protecting those intangible assets\, the duration of pr otection\, and the typical costs associated such protection. \;\n \;\nManaging Your Business in Challenging Times \;\n \;\nAs compan ies grow and face an array of challenges\, it is critical that the busin ess remain nimble and continually develop new offerings / solutions. For this program\, the speaker will discuss the challenges that his busines s has faced as it grew its revenue from $0 to $100M and its strategy to grow to the $200M+ level. In the present fast changing business and econ omic environment\, CEOs cannot hang on to a static Business Plan or Stra tegy. They need to adapt to emerging competition and disruptions to stay in business. Lessons from Wellpartner will provide useful examples on h ow to make such maneuvers. \;\n \;\nTo Register: Contact Kirsten Ringen at kirstenr@oen.org or 503-222-2270. \;\n \;\nSession Spon sored by Davis Wright Tremaine Series Sponsored by: Davis Wright Tremain e Moss Adams Perkins Coie The Brentwood Group \;\n \;\nSpeaker Bi os - Content Experts: Sheila Fox Morrison\, Partner\, Davis Wright Trama ine LLP Sheila Fox Morrison represents wineries\, breweries\, and liquor manufacturers\, restaurants and food product companies in the U.S. and abroad with brand protection and enforcement efforts and other intellect ual property protection needs. She also represents apparel companies\, t echnology companies including a leading online market research firm\, so ftware companies\, and those in biotech industries. Sheila speaks freque ntly on intellectual property topics\, including international trademark law and prosecution. \;\n \;\nMike Wright\, President\, and CEO\, Wellpartner As President and Chief Executive Officer of Wellpartner\, a $100M revenue company\, Mr. Wright has received numerous awards and rec ognition for the Company\, including repeated listings as one of the Fas test Growing Private Companies in Oregon by the Portland Business Journa l\, as well as being recognized by Inc 500 as one of the fastest growing companies in the US. Additionally\, Wellpartner was recognized by the O regon Entrepreneurs Network as the Growth Company of the Year in 2005 an d Mr. Wright was selected as Entrepreneur of the Year in 2006. Prior to co-founding Wellpartner in 1999\, Mr. Wright founded two other companies \, Gene Therapeutics and MicroHeart\, both of which were focused on deve loping site-specific drug delivery systems for the delivery of genetic a gents in the treatment of cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Previously \, Mr. Wright was President and CEO of TomTec Imaging\, a developer and manufacturer of advanced ultrasound imaging software and hardware. The b ulk of Mr. Wright’s career\, 27 years\, was spent with the Johnson &\ ; Johnson Family of Companies working in a number of the Johnson &\; Johnson operating units\, both in domestic and international assignments . His last 15 years with the company were focused on acquisitions\, turn -around scenarios and divestitures across a broad line of advanced medic al products. Mr. Wright received a B.S. in Business Administration and E conomics from Midwestern University. In addition to his business roles\, Mr. Wright has been an active supporter of non-profit entities througho ut his career\, most recently having served as the Chairman of the Board of The Neuropsychiatric Institute at Oregon Health &\; Science Unive rsity for a period of four years. \;\n \;\nModerator: Sudhir Bhagw an Sudhir Bhagwan is a local angel investor. He sits of several Boards a nd recently retired from the Advisory Board of the National Science Foun dation SBIR/STTR program. Sudhir retired from Intel in 2000\, after 21 y ears serving in several executive positions. From 2005-2008 he was Chair man &\; CEO of SnapNames.com\, Inc.\, a Portland based internet softw are company\, and led the company to profitably grow revenues 600% to $5 0million\, and then sold it to Oversee.net in 2007. Sudhir was the first investor in\, and Chairman of Second Porch\, which was sold to HomeAway in May 2011. He is the Chairman of Your Next Step\, a local 501(c)(3) n on-profit organization. From 1988-1990 he was appointed by Oregon’s Gove rnor Neil Goldschmidt as the founding President for the Oregon Advanced Computing Institute (OACIS)\, a unique partnership between industry\, ac ademia and government to spur the growth of the high-tech industry in Or egon. \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, oregon\, network\, ceo\, entreprene urs\, Gazelle\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250461613 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=247 SUMMARY:OEN's "Running with the Gazelles" CEO Forum - Part 4 LOCATION:Davis Wright Tremaine: 1300 SW Fifth Avenue\, Suite 2400\, Portl and Oregon 97201 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111214T002656Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120111T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120111T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111214T002656Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111214T002656Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461725 DESCRIPTION:Want to learn what it takes for entrepreneurs to raise capit al? OEN’s Seed Oregon PubTalks are for you. \;\n \;\nOEN’s Seed O regon is a unique opportunity for companies from Oregon and Southwest Wa shington that are seeking capital within the range of $100\,000 to $2\,0 00\,000. In this competition\, CEOs of emerging companies learn the rul es of the road for effective fundraising and receive coaching from conte nt experts to help them shine\; come show time. This entertaining and educational competition will showcase the winners from the OEN Seed Oreg on September\, October and November PubTalks. \;\n \;\n \;\nPi tching Companies: \;\n \;\nComic Rocket \;\n \;\nMyReplayLiv e \;\n \;\nRES Equine \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nThe overall w inner of OEN’s Seed Oregon PubTalk will receive exposure at OEN’s Angel Oregon 2012 the premier angel investing event in the Northwest on April 18th. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nMember Special: Pre-Register and S ave \;\n \;\nOEN members can save by pre-registering online. Onlin e registration for this event closes Wednesday\, January 11th at 2:00 pm . Please register at the door after that time\, no discounts will be app lied. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nPubTalk Sponsors: \;\n \;\nAt er Wynne \;\n \;\n \;\nBecome a 5-Minute Pitch Company \;\n& #13\;\nPubTalk is a lively forum where very early-stage entrepreneurs fr om any industry get a chance to test their company pitch in front of an audience of their peers. Presenters and attendees alike\, learn from the challenging questions\, which test the presenting entrepreneur’s busine ss model. Companies who would like to apply to present at an upcoming Pu bTalk can apply here: http://www.oen.org/5_minute_pitch.aspx \;\n \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: startup\, networking\, oen\, capital\, Oregon Entr epreneurs Network\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/12504617 25 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=248 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ - Seed Oregon Championship Round LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120106T001311Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120118T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120118T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120106T001311Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120106T001311Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461806 DESCRIPTION:Need to learn how to develop a solid business plan? This semi nar is for you. Join OEN at OTBC to attend the OEN Business Plan Develop ment Seminar. It reviews all components of an effective\, compelling bus iness plan. You'll learn from seasoned OEN experts why certain informati on is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present. Be sides learning what is critical to include in an effective business plan \, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resources. &# 13\;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is li mited to 15 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nPresenter: St eve Morris \;\nSteve Morris is the Executive Director of OTBC and th e Managing Director of OregonStartups.com. He is a veteran of three star t-ups\, and has more than 25 years of management experience in the softw are\, service\, and semiconductor test industries at companies such as H ewlett Packard\, Integrated Measurement Systems\, Cadence Design Systems \, Mentor Graphics\, Credence Corporation and Teseda Corporation. He ho lds a B.A. in mathematics from Reed College and a Masters of Science deg ree from Carnegie-Mellon University Graduate School of Industrial Admini stration (now The Tepper School of Business). \;\n \;\n \;\n&# 13\;\n\n\nTags: startup\, networking\, oen\, business plan\, capital\, O regon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/event s/1250461806 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=250 SUMMARY: OEN Business Plan Development Seminar - January 2012 LOCATION:OTBC (Oregon Technology Business Center): 8305 Southwest Creeksi de Place\, Beaverton Oregon 97008 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120112T233222Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120118T200000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120118T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120112T233222Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120112T233222Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461853 DESCRIPTION:Clark County PubTalk： “Patents &\; Rock ’n’ Roll” \;\nD etails： \;\nWed Jan 18\, 2012: 5–8pm \;\nFt. Vancouver Artillery B arracks \;\n600 E Hatheway Rd \;\nVancouver\, WA 98661 \;\n 3\;\nFeature Speaker: Kurt Rylander \;\nPubTalk features Vancouver p atent attorney Kurt Rylander\, discussing intellectual property protecti on under the new patent laws. \;\nhttp://www.rylanderlaw.com \;\n& #13\;\nPitch: \;\nYoung Guitars http://www.youngguitars.com \;\n& #13\;\n \;\nRegistration: http://bit.ly/AebG8L \;\nOEN Members: $2 0 General: $25 Walk-ins: $30 \;\n \;\n \;\nSponsors: \; \n• Rylander&\; Associates: http://www.rylanderlaw.com \;\n• Peter son &\; Associates: http://www.vancouvercpa.com \;\n• TKW: http:// www.tkw.com \;\n• Coldwell Banker: http://bit.ly/AAbNRh \;\n• Fort Vancouver National Trust: http://bit.ly/A1qaL0 \;\n \;\n \;\n\ n\nTags: startups\, vc\, oen\, pubtalk\, investors\, credc\, swwdc\, Inn ovate Clark County\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250461 853 URL:http://bit.ly/AebG8L SUMMARY:Clark County PubTalk LOCATION:Fort Vancouver Artillery Barracks: 600 E Hatheway Rd\, Vancouver WA 98661 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120206T232825Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120208T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120208T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120206T232825Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120206T232825Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461930 DESCRIPTION: \;\nSearch Engine Optimization (SEO) is much more than ju st inserting keywords into your title tags. These days you need to go be yond the tags and ensure that your design and development of your site i s search engine friendly. Learn 11 actionable SEO tactics that will cove r optimizing your site backend\, site copy\, site assets\, inbound links \, and social signals. This is not just for geeks – marketers or those t hat are in charge of creating content and marketing it on search engines and social media sites are more than welcomed! \;\n \;\n Speaker : Hallie Janssen\, CEO of Anvil Media \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, seo \, search engine optimization\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250461930 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=259 SUMMARY:OEN SEO Workshop: 11 Actionable Tactics to Get Your Content Ranki ng on Google LOCATION:Perkins Coie (PDX): 1120 Nw Couch St\, 10th Floor\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120111T182612Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120208T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120208T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120111T182612Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120111T182612Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461851 DESCRIPTION:Incubators. That word seems to be all the rage right now\, bu t what really happens within these start up incubators? Do they help com panies become successful or at least get over certain challenges? What t ype of companies and people find the incubator experience to be a positi ve? Are there downfalls to going through the experience? \;\n \;\ n \;\n \;\nCome to OEN's February PubTalk and hear from the compan ies that have just completed the local incubator sessions at PIE (http:/ /www.piepdx.com)\, OTBC (http://otbc.org) and the Portland Seed Fund (ht tp://portlandseedfund.com). It is sure to be an engaging evening filled with Q&\;A with the panelists. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nModera tor \;\nPinky Gonzales -Bio:http://www.linkedin.com/in/pinkygonzales& #13\;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nPanelist \;\nPDX Seed Fund Com pany - Viziify - Todd Silverstein\, CEO and Cofounder \;\nVizify show cases the best of you by creating a highly visual\, interactive profile based on the sites and services you already use. http://vizify.com/ \ ;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nOTBC - SheerID - CEO Jake Weatherly \;\nF or companies who currently offer or would like to offer discounts to gro ups like college students\, association members\, active-duty and vetera n military personnel\, government employees\, etc.\, SheerID instantly e stablishes that your customer qualifies for the discount they are attemp ting to redeem. The SheerID verification platform ensures that your excl usive offers are only used by a verified member of the targeted group. I t all happens instantly\, quietly and without fraud. This means that you can freely offer any type of special promotions or discounts to your ta rget market and it will be protected while keeping your customer experie nce seamless in your online shopping cart. For more information\, go to www.sheerid.com. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nPIE - Revisu - CEO Brad Heller \;\nRevisu allows designers to effortlessly share Photoshop\ , Illustrator\, and other design files for their clients to review\, com ment\, and approve--whether they have the right software or not. http:// revisu.com \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n----- \;\n5 Minute Pitch Co mpanies - Both from the Portland State Business Accelerator \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nTellagence - Matt Hixson - Co-founder and CEO \;\ nTellagence develops and markets predictive social analytics software th at gives companies insights on behaviors such as how people will share a message across a community or how individuals within the community will respond to a call to action. Understanding these behaviors are critical to any organization being able to optimize and measure their use of soc ial networks for business objectives such as shaping brand perception\, increasing awareness or lead generation. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n Sight Line Applications - Jordan Holt - CTO \;\nSightLine Application s\, LLC produces embedded video stabilization\, object tracking\, and im age enhancement systems well-suited for airborne and ground video applic ations which demand high performance in a small\, light\, low-power pack age. SightLine systems reduce operator workload and increase situational awareness in surveillance and security applications. They are designed specifically to work on unmanned vehicles where low latency feedback to a camera gimbal system is critical. www.sightlineapplications.com \;\ n \;\n \;\n \;\nMember Special: Pre-Register and Save \;\nOE N members can save by pre-registering online. Online registration for th is event closes Wednesday\, February 8th at 2:00 pm. Please register at the door after that time\, no discounts will be applied. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nBecome a 5-Minute Pitch Company \;\nPubTalk is a live ly forum where very early-stage entrepreneurs from any industry get a ch ance to test their company pitch in front of an audience of their peers. Presenters and attendees alike\, learn from the challenging questions\, which test the presenting entrepreneur’s business model. Companies who would like to apply to present at an upcoming PubTalk can apply here: ht tp://www.oen.org/5_minute_pitch.aspx \;\n \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: oe n\, pubtalk\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported from: http://cala gator.org/events/1250461851 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=255 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ - Life in an Incubator LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120206T231532Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120215T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120215T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120206T231532Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120206T231532Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461929 DESCRIPTION:Attention Westside entrepreneurs: OEN is bringing PubTalk™ t o Hillsboro on Wednesday\, February 15! Join other entrepreneurs for th e area’s premier networking event from 5:15pm to 7:00 pm at Coyote’s Bar &\; Grill\, 5301 W Baseline in Hillsboro. \;\n \;\n \;\n 3\;\nThe Hillsboro Chamber\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, and Jones &a mp\; Roth are pleased to partner in bringing you the OEN PubTalk™ - Hill sboro. If you haven’t already discovered\, PubTalks are a unique mix of educational panel discussions delivered by successful entrepreneurs\, i nvestors or business experts combined with opportunities for entrepreneu rs to gain expertise in delivering investment pitches. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nAt the February PubTalk\, we’ll be hearing from the foun ders of ZH Brewing Company: Shauna Carter\, Nick Roberts\, and Alan Tayl or. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n5-Minute Pitch presentations from: S teven Speer\, Cardiowise\, and Mark Bates\, Good Works Now. \;\n \ ;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nCost is $15/HCC\, OEN\, TiE and OTBC members and $30/non-members and guests. The OEN PubTalk™ - Hillsboro s eries is proudly sponsored by Jones &\; Roth. \;\n \;\n \; \n \;\nRegister below or contact Kirsten Ringen OEN’s Director of Mem bership Services at 503-222-2270 or kirstenr@oen.org. \;\n \;\n& #13\;\nContact the chamber’s Special Events Director\, Kris Carico at 50 3.726.2145 or krisc@hillchamber.org for more information about future pr ograms or to get a pitch application. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n 3\;\n\n\nTags: oen\, network\, entrepreneurs\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Netw ork\, Hillsboro\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250461929 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=258 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ Hillsboro - Hillsboro is on Tap LOCATION:Coyote's Bar and Grill: 5301 W Baseline Rd\, Hillsboro OR 97123 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T002217Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120223T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120223T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T002217Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T002217Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462049 DESCRIPTION:Good managers and leaders agree - the most valuable asset in any company is its employees. \;\n \;\nIs your hiring process set up to support your most valuable asset? \;\n \;\nWhile there is no exact science for guaranteeing the perfect hire\, you can improve you r chances of hiring right the first time through a well planned and exec uted hiring process. This interactive session addresses the legal consi derations associated with hiring and provides participants with tools to identify and uncover a candidate’s skills\, performance and fit within their industry and workplace culture. Participants will practice intervi ewing and screening techniques and will develop a plan for refining thei r current hiring practices. \;\n \;\nWhat You Will Gain: \;\n• Understand pertinent employment laws affecting the hiring and interview process \;\n• Implement practices to avoid negligent hiring practice s \;\n• Acquire and practice the most effective interview styles and strategies \;\n• Plan and organize an objective interview and evaluat ion process \;\n \;\nWho Will Benefit: \;\n• Supervisors \;\ n• Managers \;\n• HR Professionals \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Molly Kell ey with XeniumHR\n\nTags: workshop\, oen\, hiring\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, How-to\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/12504620 49 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=261 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Intelligent Hiring - March 2012 LOCATION:Miller Nash: 111 S.W. Fifth Avenue\, Suite 3400\, Portland Orego n 97204-3699 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T001423Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120223T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120223T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T001423Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T001423Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462048 DESCRIPTION:Good managers and leaders agree - the most valuable asset in any company is its employees. \;\n \;\nIs your hiring process set up to support your most valuable asset? \;\n \;\nWhile there is no exact science for guaranteeing the perfect hire\, you can improve you r chances of hiring right the first time through a well planned and exec uted hiring process. This interactive session addresses the legal consi derations associated with hiring and provides participants with tools to identify and uncover a candidate’s skills\, performance and fit within their industry and workplace culture. Participants will practice intervi ewing and screening techniques and will develop a plan for refining thei r current hiring practices. \;\n \;\nWhat You Will Gain: \;\n• Understand pertinent employment laws affecting the hiring and interview process \;\n• Implement practices to avoid negligent hiring practice s \;\n• Acquire and practice the most effective interview styles and strategies \;\n• Plan and organize an objective interview and evaluat ion process \;\n \;\nWho Will Benefit: \;\n• Supervisors \;\ n• Managers \;\n• HR Professionals \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nSp eaker: Molly Kelley with XeniumHR\n\nTags: workshop\, oen\, hiring\, Ore gon Entrepreneurs Network\, How-to\n\nImported from: http://calagator.or g/events/1250462048 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=261 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Intelligent Hiring - March 2012 LOCATION:Miller Nash: 111 S.W. Fifth Avenue\, Suite 3400\, Portland Orego n 97204-3699 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T225320Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T160000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T150000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T225320Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T225320Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462102 DESCRIPTION:Good managers and leaders agree - the most valuable asset in any company is its employees. \;\n \;\nIs your hiring process set up to support your most valuable asset? \;\n \;\nWhile there is no exact science for guaranteeing the perfect hire\, you can improve you r chances of hiring right the first time through a well planned and exec uted hiring process. This interactive session addresses the legal consi derations associated with hiring and provides participants with tools to identify and uncover a candidate’s skills\, performance and fit within their industry and workplace culture. Participants will practice intervi ewing and screening techniques and will develop a plan for refining thei r current hiring practices. \;\n \;\nWhat You Will Gain: \;\n&# 13\;\n• Understand pertinent employment laws affecting the hiring and in terview process \;\n• Implement practices to avoid negligent hiring practices \;\n• Acquire and practice the most effective interview sty les and strategies \;\n• Plan and organize an objective interview and evaluation process \;\n \;\nWho Will Benefit: \;\n \;\n• Su pervisors \;\n• Managers \;\n• HR Professionals\n\nTags: oen\, sma ll business\, hiring\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported from: ht tp://calagator.org/events/1250462102 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=261 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Intelligent Hiring LOCATION:Miller Nash: 111 S.W. Fifth Avenue\, Suite 3400\, Portland Orego n 97204-3699 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T230919Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T230919Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T230919Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462106 DESCRIPTION:You've got a great product but how do you sell it? This works hop will show you the foundations that you need to know\, to move your p roduct or service. \;\n \;\nIn this workshop\, participants will learn: \;\n \;\n•How to create and exchange value through buildin g and fostering relationships. \;\n•Why and how customers choose to b uy. \;\n•How to plan\, prepare\, and jump start an effective sales st rategy. \;\n•How to successfully start and manage your own sales\, ev en if you've never done it before. The first steps towards building a sa les team and/or 3rd party sales networks. \;\n \;\nPeople that wi ll benefit from this workshop are: \;\n \;\n•Entrepreneurs who are new to sales or are seeking to raise capital (there are some very simil ar principles that apply) \;\n•Business owners and leaders who may no t be familiar with sales and want to improve their existing sales effort s. \;\n•Individuals that want to become more involved in their compa ny's sales activities \;\n•Individuals wishing to start a career in s ales or development. \;\n \;\nPresenter: Robin Wang \n\nTags: wor kshop\, oen\, sales\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported from: htt p://calagator.org/events/1250462106 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=262 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Sales 101: What Every Entrepreneur Needs to know ab out Sales LOCATION:Stoel Rives LLP: 900 SW Fifth Ave.\, Suite 2600\, Portland OR 97 204 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T000920Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120308T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120308T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T000920Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T000920Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462046 DESCRIPTION:Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is much more than just inser ting keywords into your title tags. These days you need to go beyond the tags and ensure that your design and development of your site is search engine friendly. Learn 11 actionable SEO tactics that will cover optimi zing your site backend\, site copy\, site assets\, inbound links\, and s ocial signals. This is not just for geeks – marketers or those that are in charge of creating content and marketing it on search engines and soc ial media sites are more than welcomed! \n\nTags: oen\, seo\, search eng ine optimization\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported from: http:/ /calagator.org/events/1250462046 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=259 SUMMARY:OEN SEO Workshop: 11 Actionable Tactics to Get Your Content Ranki ng on Google LOCATION:Perkins Coie (PDX): 1120 Nw Couch St\, 10th Floor\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120206T233246Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120313T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120313T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120206T233246Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120206T233246Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461931 DESCRIPTION:In this OEN CEO Roundtable\, Nitin will talk about the HR phi losophy\, culture\, policies\, and tactics that allowed Saber to grow fr om 20 employees to 1200 with zero voluntary separations from the company in its first 8 years. More importantly\, 100% of the management team t hat drove this growth were promoted from within (programmers to executiv es) thus keeping our compensation and recruiting costs amongst the lowes t in the industry. \;\n \;\nOpen only to CEOs or Presidents of c urrently operating companies that have employees. Boxed lunch will be se rved. This program is limited to 12 participants\, and is available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \;\n \;\nWho should attend this event: CEOs and VP of HR for current and future high growth companies th ough any CEO that wants to build a company with a fabulous performance b ased culture would benefit from this event. \;\n \;\n \;\nTo re gister for this event\, please call Kirsten Ringen\, OEN Director of Mem bership Services\, at 503-222-2270 x 113. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Nitin Khanna\, CEO\, MergerTech \;\nNitin Khanna\, CEO\, MergerTech\, a bou tique investment bank that facilitates mergers and acquisitions for tech nology companies with less than $100MM in revenue. Prior to MergerTech\, Nitin was the founder\, Chairman and CEO of Saber Corp. a Portland base d national firm focused on providing technology solutions to government clients. Nitin started Saber in July 1998 and grew it to $120MM in reven ues by 2007. The company was sold to EDS in December 2007 for $460MM. Currently he is very active in the Portland tech entrepreneurial communi ty as an advisor\, investor\, mentor\, and teacher. \;\n \;\n\n\nT ags: workshop\, oen\, hiring\, entrepreneurs\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Netw ork\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250461931 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=257 SUMMARY:OEN CEO Roundtable: How to build great teams by having a rigorous HR personnel management system LOCATION:First Citizen's Bank: 309 SW 6th Ave.\, Ste. 100\, Portland OR 9 7204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T001104Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120314T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120314T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T001104Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120224T001104Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462047 DESCRIPTION:The March PubTalk features a panel of experts from companies who know the ins and outs of the mobile application space. Panelists in clude leadership from CrowdCompass and Meridian. These companies are cr eating innovative technologies\, building partnerships and client networ ks\, and securing funding sources. \;\n \;\nCome hear experience d mobile entrepreneurs share their unique insights into what’s next for mobile development\, including a conversation as to challenges and oppor tunities in finding talent\, building revenue\, raising investment dolla rs\, and other topics. Tim Shields of Comic Rocket will lead the conver sation as moderator. \;\n \;\n5 Minute Pitch Companies: Splitsvil \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, iphone\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, Mobile A pps\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250462047 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=260 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ - Mobile Apps LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T225745Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120411T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120411T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T225745Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T225745Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462103 DESCRIPTION:Urban Airship powers the world's most successful mobile apps. It is great for brands because it make makes mobile apps far more engag ing\, effective\, efficient and profitable. It is also one of the hot ne w mobile technology startups in Portland that is breathing excitement in to the Portland entrepreneurial ecosystem and making the world take noti ce. In fact they were recently named as one of the Top 25 Mobile Compani es by tech news site Informilo. With $21.6 M in funding and a potentiall y huge marketplace of app developers\, Urban Airship is considered “one to watch”. \;\n \;\nCome to OEN's April PubTalk and hear from Urba n Airship’s CEO\, Scott Kveton. He will share the story of Urban Airship ’s journey since being founded in 2009. He will also share his goals for Urban Airship’s future and insights that entrepreneurs should think abo ut as they work to make their own startup take flight. \;\n \;\nS peaker: \;\nUrban Airship – Scott Kveton\, Co-founder and CEO \;\ nScott Kveton is the co-founder and CEO of Urban Airship based in Portla nd\, Oregon. He is widely recognized as an expert on mobile app strategy and cloud infrastructure. He speaks frequently on app monetization\, en gagement and the developer ecosystems around the various mobile platform s. Prior to starting Urban Airship\, Kveton had more than a dozen years of experience building technology\, developing business strategy and lea ding engineering teams with companies including Amazon.com\, Rulespace\, JanRain and Vidoop.\n\nTags: oen\, urban airship\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, Mobile Apps\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/125 0462103 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=263 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ Urban Airship taking flight LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T231331Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120413T160000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120413T130000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T231331Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120411T172801Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462255 DESCRIPTION:Students: \;\n \;\n The Oregon Entrepreneurs Network wo uld like to invite you to participate at this year's Internship Workshop and Job Fair event. Internships not only provide excellent work experie nce\, but also allow you to be an integral part of an exciting and dynam ic business environment. Learn how to maximize the internship experience and meet some of Oregon's hottest startups. \;\n \;\nCompanies se eking Interns: \;\n \;\nIf you are a company seeking summer in terns\, the OEN invites you to participate at this spring's Internship W orkshop and Job Fair. Learn how to maximize the internship experience an d connect with some of Oregon’s brightest business students. The Job Fai r will be held in a speed dating format where each company will be able to meet with the students for 10 minutes per session. \;\n\n\nTags: o en\, internships\, job fair\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported f rom: http://calagator.org/events/1250462255 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=265 SUMMARY:OEN Internship and Job Fair LOCATION:PSU Business Accelerator: 2828 SW Corbett Ave\, Portland OR 9720 1 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111214T003018Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120418T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120418T120000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111214T003018Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150207T223004Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461726 DESCRIPTION:For innovators\, investors\, and networkers alike\, OEN’s Ang el Oregon is more than the northwest’s premier angel investment prize co nference\; it’s where breakthrough ideas are nurtured\, new markets are tapped\, and invaluable business connections are made. \;\n \;\nAt OEN’s Angel Oregon 2012 investment conference\, Oregon and southwest Wa shington’s brightest entrepreneurs will be competing for the launch-stag e investment award. It is the perfect opportunity for entrepreneurs to p resent to accredited angel investors. \;\n \;\nThis must-attend ev ent gives presenting companies excellent visibility and a chance to obta in substantial investment capital by bringing together Oregon and southw est Washington’s brightest entrepreneurial talent with accredited angel investors. \;\n \;\nPeople interested in applying or investing sho uld visit www.oenangeloregon.org to learn more. \;\n \;\nConferenc e attendence includes: lunch\, keynote speaker\, presentations followed by questions and answers by Launch Stage Company Finalists and Concept S tage Company Finalists\, vote for audience favorites\, announcement of w inners\, and celebratory networking reception. \;\n \;\nPricing 3\;\n \;\n•Early bird Member Registration: $185 (Early bird pricing e nds March 22nd) \;\n \;\n•Early bird Non-member: $310 (Includes a one-year individual membership to OEN) \;\n \;\n•OEN Member Regis tration: $210 (After March 22nd) \;\n \;\n•OEN Non-member Registra tion: $335 ( Includes a one-year individual membership to OEN) \;\n&# 13\;\n•Academic Registration: $140 \;\n \;\n•Additional colleague from finalist company: $132 \;\n \;\n•OEN Board and Angel Oregon C ommittee Registration: $130 \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: st artup\, networking\, oen\, capital\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, Ange l Oregon\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250461726 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=245 SUMMARY:OEN's Angel Oregon 2012 LOCATION:Sentinel Hotel: 614 Southwest 11th Avenue\, Portland Oregon 9720 5 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111222T234612Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20120425 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20120423 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111222T234612Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20111222T234612Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250461753 DESCRIPTION:This event runs from Monday\, April 23\, 2012 at 1pm through Tuesday\, April 24\, 2012 at 5pm.\n\nDescription:\nGorge OEN Pre-Confere nce Seminars &\; Reception and Gorge Angel Conference \;\n \;\n Pre-Conference Seminars &\; Reception \;\nDate: April 23\, 2012 3\;\nTime: 1:00-7:00 PM \;\nColumbia Gorge Hotel \;\n4000 Westclif f Drive \;\nHood River\, OR 97031 \;\n \;\nNEW! Pre-Conference Seminars &\; Reception\, presented by Gorge OEN and Co-Sponsored by t he Gorge Technology Alliance. Three seminars packed with information abo ut business planning\, company valuation and commercializing big ideas - from research to product. Seminars are followed by a Reception with foo d and cash bar. \;\n1:00-2:00 PM - "\;Top Ten Business Plan Tips& quot\; - Palo Alto Software \;\n2:00-3:30 PM - "\;Valuations for the Owner &\; Investor"\; - Cascadian Group and Davis Wright Trem aine\, LLP \;\n3:30-5:00 PM - "\;Big Ideas: Commercializing Orego n's Research"\; - ONAMI and OSU \;\n5:30-7:00 PM - "\;Recepti on &\; Cash Bar"\; \;\n \;\n \;\n5th Gorge Angel Confere nce \;\nDate: April 24\, 2012 \;\nTime: 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM \;\n Columbia Gorge Discovery Center \;\n5000 Discovery Drive \;\nThe D alles\, OR 97058 \;\n \;\nGorge OEN's Gorge Angel Conference match es the brightest companies with qualified investors. Seed-stage to estab lished businesses with a connection to the Gorge will compete for a &quo t\;Key(s)"\; to the Gorge Angel Investor Network (GAIN\, LLC) "\ ;Negotiation Room"\; for an anticipated investment of up to $100\,00 0. \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, Gorge OEN\, Gorge Technology Alliance\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/ events/1250461753 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=249 SUMMARY:2012 Gorge OEN Pre-Conference Seminars & Reception and Gorge Ange l Conference LOCATION:Columbia Gorge Hotel and the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center: fa lse SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T230135Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120424T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120424T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T230135Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T230135Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462104 DESCRIPTION:Need to learn how to develop a solid business plan? This semi nar is for you. Join OEN at OTBC to attend the OEN Business Plan Develop ment Seminar. It reviews all components of an effective\, compelling bus iness plan. You'll learn from seasoned OEN experts why certain informati on is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present. Be sides learning what is critical to include in an effective business plan \, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resources. &# 13\;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is li mited to 15 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nPresenter: St eve Morris \;\nSteve Morris is the Executive Director of OTBC and th e Managing Director of OregonStartups.com. He is a veteran of three star t-ups\, and has more than 25 years of management experience in the softw are\, service\, and semiconductor test industries at companies such as H ewlett Packard\, Integrated Measurement Systems\, Cadence Design Systems \, Mentor Graphics\, Credence Corporation and Teseda Corporation. He ho lds a B.A. in mathematics from Reed College and a Masters of Science deg ree from Carnegie-Mellon University Graduate School of Industrial Admini stration (now The Tepper School of Business). \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, de velopment\, business plan\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported fro m: http://calagator.org/events/1250462104 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=251 SUMMARY:OEN Business Plan Development Seminar LOCATION:OTBC (Oregon Technology Business Center): 8305 Southwest Creeksi de Place\, Beaverton Oregon 97008 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T231613Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120425T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120425T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T231613Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T231613Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462256 DESCRIPTION:Many small (and even large) businesses struggle with structur ing the compensation of key employees. This webinar will focus on the s ome of the common ways to compensate key employees and the tax and other legal issues that are often implicated by such arrangements. Topics wi ll include equity and quasi-equity arrangements\, deferred compensation and how to comply with or be exempt from the grasp of Internal Revenue C ode Section 409A\, and common missteps in structuring key employee compe nsation. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Ryan Nisle \;\nRyan R. Nisle\, a pa rtner in the business department\, joined Miller Nash in 2001. Ryan focu ses his practice primarily on tax and business law\, with an emphasis on partnership and corporate tax\, state and local taxation\, internationa l taxation\, executive compensation\, and tax incentives related to ener gy and affordable housing. \n\nTags: oen\, compensation\, entrepreneurs\ , Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, tax\n\nImported from: http://calagator. org/events/1250462256 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=271 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar: Tax Issues Around Compensation LOCATION:Online (Portland): false SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T231904Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120501T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120501T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T231904Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T231904Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462257 DESCRIPTION:According to Business Incubation Works\, "\;Business incu bators reduce the risk of small business failures. Historically\, \;\ n \;\nNBIA* member incubators have reported that 87 percent of all fi rms that have graduated from their incubators are still in business.&quo t\; In this webinar series\, OEN will explore the ups and downs of star ting a company in an incubator. \;\n \;\nWhat really happens withi n start up incubators? Do they help companies become successful or at le ast get over certain challenges? What type of companies and people find the incubator experience to be a positive? Are there downfalls to going through the experience? These are just a few of the questions you can a sk Jason Lander who has started his successful company in an incubator.& #13\;\n \;\nWant to submit your questions ahead of time? Email them to Larry Williams at larryw@oen.org for the next session. \;\n \;\ n*National Business Incubation Association \;\n \;\nSpeaker Bios: Jason Lander \;\n \;\n \;\nJason Lander is the Founder and CEO of Hively. This is the second tech start up company he has founded here in Portland\, Oregon. Through these companies Jason has learned a lot a bout the challenges of running a successful start up including the pros and cons of raising capital\, boot strapping\, building strategic over t actical features and going through a start up incubator. \n\nTags: oen\, incubator\, entrepreneurs\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, Hively\n\nIm ported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250462257 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=267 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar: Life in an Incubator Series: Hively LOCATION:Online (Portland): false SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T230539Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120504T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120504T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T230539Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T230539Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462105 DESCRIPTION:According to Business Incubation Works\, “Business incubators reduce the risk of small business failures. Historically\, NBIA* member incubators have reported that 87 percent of all firms that have graduat ed from their incubators are still in business.” In this webinar series \, OEN will explore the ups and downs of starting a company in an incuba tor. \;\n \;\nWhat really happens within start up incubators? Do t hey help companies become successful or at least get over certain challe nges? What type of companies and people find the incubator experience to be a positive? Are there downfalls to going through the experience? Th ese are just a few of the questions you can ask Josh Blank and Tom Turnb ull who has started their successful company in an incubator. \;\n& #13\;\nWant to submit your questions ahead of time? Email them to Larry Williams at larryw@oen.org for the next session.\n\nTags: oen\, webinar \, incubator\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported from: http://cal agator.org/events/1250462105 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=264 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar: Life in an Incubator Series: OpenSesame LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120417T222705Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120509T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120509T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120417T222705Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120417T222705Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462283 DESCRIPTION:According to Business Incubation Works\, "\;Business incu bators reduce the risk of small business failures. Historically\, NBIA* member incubators have reported that 87 percent of all firms that have g raduated from their incubators are still in business."\; In this we binar series\, OEN will explore the ups and downs of starting a company in an incubator. \;\n \;\nWhat really happens within start up incu bators? Do they help companies become successful or at least get over ce rtain challenges? What type of companies and people find the incubator e xperience to be a positive? Are there downfalls to going through the exp erience? These are just a few of the questions you can ask Nathan Tagga rt who has started his successful company in an incubator. \;\n \; \nWant to submit your questions ahead of time? Email them to Larry Will iams at larryw@oen.org for the next session. \;\n \;\n*National Bu siness Incubation Association \;\n \;\nSpeaker Bio: Nathan Taggart \;\n \;\nNathan Taggart is CEO of LaunchSide\, a Portland Seed Fu nd company. He's acts as marketing advisor to UpStart Labs\, mentors at Startup Weekend\, and is active in Portland's startup community.\n\nTags : oen\, incubator\, entrepreneurs\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, Launc hside\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250462283 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=274 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar: Life in an Incubator Series: Launchside LOCATION:Online (Portland): false SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T232144Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120516T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120516T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T232144Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T232144Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462258 DESCRIPTION:The Hillsboro Chamber and the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network ha ve partnered to bring you the OEN PubTalk™ Hillsboro. Attend and you’ll find a unique mix of educational panel discussions\, delivered by succes sful entrepreneurs\, investors or business experts\, combined with oppor tunities for entrepreneurs to gain expertise in delivering investment pi tches. \;\n \;\n \;\nJoin us on May 16th\, 2012 for an informa tive panel on the “Three Stages of a Start-Up”. This event will feature a panel of entrepreneurs representing companies from early stage to matu re. Each panelist will share their triumphs and tribulations\, along wit h their plans for the future\, as they make the move along the path to s uccess! \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, pubtalk\, entrepreneurship\, Oreg on Entrepreneurs Network\, entrepreneur\, startup\n\nImported from: http ://calagator.org/events/1250462258 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=270 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ Hillsboro: Three Stages of a Start-Up LOCATION:Golden Valley Brewing: 1520 NW Bethany Blvd\, Beaverton OR 97006 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120319T225309Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120522T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120522T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120319T225309Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120320T024654Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462153 DESCRIPTION:You've got a great product but how do you sell it? This works hop will show you the foundations that you need to know\, to move your p roduct or service. \;\n \;\nIn this workshop\, participants will learn: \;\n \;\nHow to create and exchange value through building and fostering relationships. \;\nWhy and how customers choose to buy . \;\nHow to plan\, prepare\, and jump start an effective sales strat egy. \;\nHow to successfully start and manage your own sales\, even i f you've never done it before. The first steps towards building a sales team and/or 3rd party sales networks. \;\n \;\nPeople that will b enefit from this workshop are: \;\n \;\nEntrepreneurs who are new to sales or are seeking to raise capital (there are some very similar pr inciples that apply) \;\nBusiness owners and leaders who may not be f amiliar with sales and want to improve their existing sales efforts.  3\;\nIndividuals that want to become more involved in their company's sa les activities \;\nIndividuals wishing to start a career in sales or development. \;\n \;\n Presentor: Robin Wang \;\nRobin Wang i s the Co-Publisher of the ReDirect Guide\, a media company focusing on p romoting sustainable lifestyles in Portland\, Salt Lake City\, and Denve r/Boulder. Robin began his career as an Engineer and at that time never envisioned pursuing a career in sales. Since then\, Robin has spent the vast majority of his career performing and managing sales across a wide spectrum of industries including telecommunications\, software\, profess ional and consulting services\, advertising\, events\, media\, real esta te and even an occasional used car. \n\nTags: entrepreneur\, oen\, sales \, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/e vents/1250462153 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=262 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Sales 101: What Every Entrepreneur Needs to know ab out Sales LOCATION:Stoel Rives LLP: 900 SW Fifth Ave.\, Suite 2600\, Portland OR 97 204 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T232641Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120608T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120608T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T232641Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120410T232641Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462259 DESCRIPTION:According to Business Incubation Works\, "\;Business incu bators reduce the risk of small business failures. Historically\, NBIA* member incubators have reported that 87 percent of all firms that have g raduated from their incubators are still in business."\; In this we binar series\, OEN will explore the ups and downs of starting a company in an incubator. \;\n \;\nWhat really happens within start up incu bators? Do they help companies become successful or at least get over ce rtain challenges? What type of companies and people find the incubator e xperience to be a positive? Are there downfalls to going through the exp erience? These are just a few of the questions you can ask Sheetal Dube who has started his successful company in an incubator. \;\n \;\n Want to submit your questions ahead of time? Email them to Larry Willia ms at larryw@oen.org for the next session. \;\n \;\nPresented by t he Oregon Entrepreneurs Network \;\n \;\n*National Business Incuba tion Association \;\n \;\nSheetal Dube of AudioName \;\n \;\ nSpeaker Bios: Sheetal Dube\n\nTags: oen\, incubator\, entrepreneurs\, O regon Entrepreneurs Network\, AudioName\, entrepreneur\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250462259 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=269 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar: Life in an Incubator Series: AudioName LOCATION:Online (Portland): false SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T231254Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120620T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120620T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T231254Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T231254Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462107 DESCRIPTION:Need to learn how to develop a solid business plan? This semi nar is for you. Join OEN at OTBC to attend the OEN Business Plan Develop ment Seminar. It reviews all components of an effective\, compelling bus iness plan. You'll learn from seasoned OEN experts why certain informati on is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present. Be sides learning what is critical to include in an effective business plan \, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resources. &# 13\;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is li mited to 15 entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nPresenter: St eve Morris \;\nSteve Morris is the Executive Director of OTBC and th e Managing Director of OregonStartups.com. He is a veteran of three star t-ups\, and has more than 25 years of management experience in the softw are\, service\, and semiconductor test industries at companies such as H ewlett Packard\, Integrated Measurement Systems\, Cadence Design Systems \, Mentor Graphics\, Credence Corporation and Teseda Corporation. He ho lds a B.A. in mathematics from Reed College and a Masters of Science deg ree from Carnegie-Mellon University Graduate School of Industrial Admini stration (now The Tepper School of Business). \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, ot bc\, development\, business plan\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImpor ted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250462107 URL:http://www.oen.org/events.aspx?id=252 SUMMARY:OEN Business Plan Development Seminar LOCATION:OTBC (Oregon Technology Business Center): 8305 Southwest Creeksi de Place\, Beaverton Oregon 97008 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T180852Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120627T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120627T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T180852Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T222827Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462495 DESCRIPTION:Learn the: Who\, What\, When\, Why\, Where\, &\; How of Se ll-side Mergers and Acquisitions! Come ask your questions directly to an active dealmaker. Learn from an insider/expert how to sell your compan y for THE MAXIMUM PRICE. All business owners eventually exit their bus iness\, but most do not know the mechanics to achieve the full value for their firm. \;\n \;\nTopics will include: Am I ready? What is ac complished with a valuation? What advisors will be required and why\, an d what you should expect from them? How to plan for the unforeseen. When and what should be disclosed? How not to say too much. How to do due di ligence on the buyers. \;\n \;\nSpeakers: \;\n \;\nMichael S . Crawford\, Sr. Partner &\; Managing Principal\, at The Merger Exper t\, Inc who is a sell-side M&\;A firm exclusively. Michael began hi s M&\;A career in 1983 and has 41\,000 hours of M&\;A experience. For the first 12 years he was on the buying side of transactions for l arge private\, and latter\, publicly-traded\, companies. In 1995\, he founded a full-time\, sell-side exclusively\, M&\;A firm specializing in companies with $3-40 million in revenue. \;\n \;\nBruce Slater \, Partner\, The Merger Expert\, INC. has over 69\,000 hours experience within the consumer products manufacturing industry for three FORTUNE 50 0 Global companies. Bruce's M&\;A experience includes actively partic ipating on the successful acquisition team at BLOUNT International for 1 4 years.\n\nTags: workshop\, oen\, mergers\, acquisitions\n\nImported fr om: http://calagator.org/events/1250462495 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=276 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: What you need to know about Sell-side Mergers and A cquisitions. LOCATION:Miller Nash: 111 S.W. Fifth Avenue\, Suite 3400\, Portland Orego n 97204-3699 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T181408Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120706T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120706T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T181408Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T181408Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462496 DESCRIPTION:According to Business Incubation Works\, “Business incubators reduce the risk of small business failures. Historically\, NBIA* member incubators have reported that 87 percent of all firms that have graduat ed from their incubators are still in business.” In this webinar series \, OEN will explore the ups and downs of entrepreneurs starting a compan y in an incubator. \;\n \;\nWhat really happens within start up incubators? Do they help companies become successful or at least get ov er certain challenges? What type of companies and people find the incuba tor experience to be a positive? Are there downfalls to going through th e experience? These are just a few of the questions you can ask David E mbree who has started his successful company in an incubator. \;\n&# 13\;\nWant to submit your questions ahead of time? Email them to Larry Williams at larryw@oen.org for the next session. \;\n \;\n*Nationa l Business Incubation Association\n\nTags: oen\, webinar\n\nImported fro m: http://calagator.org/events/1250462496 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=281 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar Series: Life in an Incubator: Athletepath LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:5 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T181739Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120710T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120710T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T181739Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T181739Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462497 DESCRIPTION:The world of benefits is changing. This webinar will provide entrepreneurs with an overview of the basics of implementing a group ben efit program\, the many different plan options available and the benefit s to offering a group program. You will gain a better understanding of t he basic benefit concepts and explanation of terminology\, state and fed eral laws and programs available. We will share helpful hints on low or no cost solutions\, plan comparison examples and ideas on how to be a be tter consumer in the health care arena. We will end on the most up to da te information on health care reform legislation and information on indu stry trends. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: \;\n \;\nTracy Vicario has ov er 20 years of experience in operations management\, human resources and employee benefits. After a move from California in 2010\, she joined Co ordinated Resources Group as a Benefit Consultant and is Operations Mana ger of the agency. She has a degree in Business Administration and a Cer tification in Human Resource Management from California State University with licenses in California\, Oregon\, Washington and Mississippi. Trac y is a member of the National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) and Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and a Notary Public. He r integrity and expertise in customer service has earned her many accola des and referrals from clients and colleagues. \;\n \;\nWhen not w orking\, you will find Tracy actively volunteering in the community. She is on the board of the Portland Pearl Rotary where she received the Tra nsformer Award for energy\, dedication and integrity. She is a mentor fo r two Salvation Army White Shield teens and an active member of the Pear l District Business and Neighborhood Associations. She volunteers on the Membership Committee of OEN and helps entrepreneurs with human resource s and employee benefits. You can also find Tracy running the Portland tr ails and local races in the community.\n\nTags: oen\, webinar\n\nImporte d from: http://calagator.org/events/1250462497 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=275 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar: Everything you wanted to know about Employee Benefit s but were afraid to ask LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T182225Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120711T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120711T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T182225Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T182225Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462498 DESCRIPTION:Oregon continues to build on its reputation as the place to g o for artisan beer\, wine\, and spirits. The July OEN Pubtalk™ features a panel of experts who are on the forefront of that movement and who kn ow what it takes to build a successful brewery\, winery\, and distillery . Panelists include leadership from Ninkasi Brewing Company\, Seven Bri dges Winery\, and Bull Run Distillery. Kerry Finsand\, CEO of Taplister will be moderating. \;\n \;\nCome hear experienced entrepreneurs s hare their unique insights into developing quality products\, arranging supply channels\, and maneuvering regulatory requirements\, among other topics. \;\n \;\nSpeakers: \;\n \;\nNinkasi Brewing Company – Nikos Ridge\, President and CEO \;\n \;\nNinkasi Brewing began o n June 15th\, 2006 when Jamie Floyd and Nikos Ridge spent 17 hours brewi ng their first batch of Total Domination IPA in leased space inside a Ge rman restaurant in Springfield\, Oregon. Once a brewery\, the building w as equipped with a 15 barrel brew house set up for brewpub brewing. A ye ar later\, Ninkasi moved to its current location at 272 Van Buren Street \, in the Whiteaker neighborhood of Eugene. \;\n \;\nThe brewery n ow features a 50 barrel brewing system\, and uses it to produce beer tha t is distributed throughout Oregon\, Washington\, Idaho\, Alaska\, and S an Francisco. The Ninkasi family of beers has grown from a single IPA (T otal Domination) to include Tricerahops Double IPA\, Believer Double Red \, and Oatis Oatmeal Stout\, as well as some popular seasonals: Spring R eign\, Radiant Ale\, and Sleigh'r Dark Double Alt. \;\n \;\nBull R un Distilling Company – Lee Medoff\, President and CEO \;\n \;\nN aturally pure water\, the finest raw grains and sugar\, precise barrel a ging and an ideal blend of art and science. These are the elements that define Bull Run Distilling Company. Bull Run Distilling Company are prod ucers of small-batch\, crafted distilled Rum\, Whiskey and an revolving collection of other unique spirits sold only at our distillery under our Temerance label. \;\n \;\nBull Run Distilling Company (BRD) was f ounded by acclaimed Portland distiller\, Lee Medoff\, and business partn er Patrick Bernards in the spring of 2010. What began as a "\;what i f"\; conversation over cocktails a few years ago evolved into a full -on crusade in late 2009. Hundreds of hours\, a few business plans and a couple of emptied bank accounts later Bull Run Distilling Company becam e a reality. \;\n \;\n \;\nSeven Bridges Winery – Kevin Ross\, CEO \;\n \;\nSeven Bridges Winery is an urban winery in Portland Oregon founded in 2008. We make rich\, big\, Bordeaux-style reds from W ashington State fruit. We started small\, at just 350 cases\, and have e xpanded production to approximately 1000 cases/year. Our focus is on mak ing quality wine using traditional techniques. We self-distribute throug h our wine club\, tasting room\, and to a few local restaurants and wine shops. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nModerator: \;\n \;\nTapli ster – Kerry Finsand\, Founder &\; CEO \;\n \;\nWhile working for Citysearch\, Kerry Finsand caught the start-up bug and left to try something new. Over a 3 year span he worked as a marketing consultant a t a variety of start up companies in the technology and hospitality indu stries. These opportunities lead him into a position in sales and eventu ally the creation and testing of a Community Manager role with Groupon. Along the way\, Kerry has combined his passion for craft beer\, technolo gy and marketing into various beer related projects including Taplister. com a resource to help craft beer fans find their favorite beers on tap or to discover new ones. Now his full time role is CEO of Taplister wher e Kerry is working on creating a marketing platform for the craft beer i ndustry. \;\n \;\nIn his free time Kerry puts together beer events \, blogs about beer and is a monthly regular on KXL's Beer O'Clock. Whe n he is not working on Taplister you can find Kerry checking out some o f the best craft beers in the world in Beervana aka Portland\, Oregon.&# 13\;\n \;\nMember Special: \;\nPre-Register and Save: OEN members can save by pre-registering online. Online registration for this event closes Wednesday\, July 11th at 2:00 pm. Please register at the door aft er that time\, no discounts will be applied. \;\n \;\nBecome a 5-M inute Pitch Company: \;\nPubTalk is a lively forum where very early- stage entrepreneurs from any industry get a chance to test their company pitch in front of an audience of their peers. Presenters and attendees alike\, learn from the challenging questions\, which test the presenting entrepreneur’s business model. Companies who would like to apply to pre sent at an upcoming PubTalk can apply here: http://www.oen.org/5_minute_ pitch.aspx. In order to present\, you must be a current OEN member. \ ;\n \;\n$15 for Members \;\n$30 for Non-members \;\n\n\nTags: o en\, pubtalk\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250462498 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=282 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ - Eat\, Drink and Start a Business LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T182451Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120717T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120717T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T182451Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T182451Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462499 DESCRIPTION:As an early stage entrepreneur looking for the first round of funding\, one of the most daunting tasks may be determining the valuati on of your company. In this workshop\, we will cover the basics of valui ng a seed or launch stage company\, and answer some questions\, such as: \;\n \;\n \;\nWho sets the valuation - the company or the inve stor? \;\n \;\nWhat does pre-money and post-money valuation mean? How do I calculate it? \;\n \;\nHow do I estimate a premoney value for my company if we don’t yet have revenues? \;\n \;\nHow do inv estors determine the valuation? \;\n \;\nRecent trends in valuatio n for Portland start ups \;\n \;\nWe'll explain the terminology\, demystify the math and explain some of the ways that valuation is set du ring the funding process. There will be plenty of time for Q&\;A\, so come armed with your questions and be ready to participate in a lively discussion about valuing early stage companies. \;\n \;\nSpeaker: Naomi Derner \;\n \;\nNaomi Derner\, CFA is the founder and managi ng director of Derner Valuation Consulting\, where she performs valuatio ns of businesses\, securities and intangible assets\, primarily for tax and fair value reporting compliance in connection with merger and acquis ition transactions and stock option issuance. Ms. Derner has valuation experience across a wide variety of industries\, and possesses specific expertise in technology and life sciences companies at all stages of dev elopment. \;\n \;\nPrior to 2008\, she was a Vice President in th e San Francisco office of Houlihan Lokey Howard and Zukin. Prior to joi ning Houlihan Lokey\, Ms. Derner held positions in the financial valuati on services group at Arthur Andersen LLP\, the financial institutions e quity research group at NationsBanc Montgomery Securities\, and the fina ncial analysis unit at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco. \;\ n \;\nMs. Derner holds the designation of Chartered Financial Analyst and is a candidate member of the American Society of Appraisers. She h olds a bachelor’s degree in managerial economics from Carnegie Mellon Un iversity and a master’s degree in economics from the University of Calif ornia Santa Barbara.\n\nTags: workshop\, oen\n\nImported from: http://ca lagator.org/events/1250462499 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=280 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Valuing Your Company - July 2012 LOCATION:Ater Wynne: 1331 NW Lovejoy\, Ste 900\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120718T183654Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120724T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120724T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120718T183654Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120718T183654Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462615 DESCRIPTION:According to Business Incubation Works\, "\;Business incu bators reduce the risk of small business failures. Historically\, NBIA* member incubators have reported that 87 percent of all firms that have g raduated from their incubators are still in business."\; \;\nIn t his webinar series\, OEN will explore the ups and downs of starting a co mpany in an incubator. \;\n \;\nWhat really happens within start u p incubators? Do they help companies become successful or at least get o ver certain challenges? What type of companies and people find the incub ator experience to be a positive? Are there downfalls to going through t he experience? \;\nThese are just a few of the questions you can ask Daniel Clancey who grew his successful company in an incubator. \;\n& #13\;\nWant to submit your questions ahead of time? Email them to Larry Williams at larryw@oen.org for the next session. \;\n \;\n*Nationa l Business Incubation Association\n\nTags: entrepreneur\, oen\, online\, webinar\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250462615 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=284 SUMMARY:OEN Webinar Series: Life in an Incubator: Homeschool Snowboarding LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120718T183906Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120808T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120808T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120718T183906Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120718T183906Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462616 DESCRIPTION:You asked for it\, so here it is! An OEN PubTalk™ that is all networking. Plus\, we are invading Urban Airship! Come\, have a beer\, meet some good people and enjoy the beautiful space that is Urban Airshi p! \;\n \;\nRegister today because space is limited to 80 people. We don't want the fire marshall coming in and shutting the party down!&# 13\;\n \;\nSponsored By: Ater Wynne and KS&\;Co. \;\n \;\nAn d many thanks to OEN Member\, Urban Airship\, for allowing entrepreneurs to use their great space!\n\nTags: networking\, entrepreneur\, oen\, pu btalk\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250462616 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=285 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ - OEN Invades Urban Airship LOCATION:Cloudability: 334 NW 11th Avenue\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120726T164927Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120817T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120817T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120726T164927Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120726T164927Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462656 DESCRIPTION:generic motilium cymbalta generic lisinopril \n\nTags: entrep reneur\, oen\, online\, webinar\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/e vents/1250462656 URL:http://sildenafil.science SUMMARY:jcnsgn7v LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T231515Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120905T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120905T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T231515Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120901T205537Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462108 DESCRIPTION:Need to learn how to develop a solid business plan? This semi nar is for you. Join OEN at OTBC to attend the OEN Business Plan Develop ment Seminar. It reviews all components of an effective\, compelling bus iness plan. You'll learn from seasoned OEN experts why certain informati on is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present. Be sides learning what is critical to include in an effective business plan \, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resources. &# 13\;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is limited to 15 entr epreneurs. \;\n \;\n \;\nPresenter: Steve Morris \;\nSteve Morris is the Executive Director of OTBC and the Managing Director of O regonStartups.com. He is a veteran of three start-ups\, and has more tha n 25 years of management experience in the software\, service\, and semi conductor test industries at companies such as Hewlett Packard\, Integra ted Measurement Systems\, Cadence Design Systems\, Mentor Graphics\, Cre dence Corporation and Teseda Corporation. He holds a B.A. in mathematic s from Reed College and a Masters of Science degree from Carnegie-Mellon University Graduate School of Industrial Administration (now The Tepper School of Business). \n\nTags: oen\, development\, business plan\, Oreg on Entrepreneurs Network\, otbc\, entrepreneur\n\nImported from: http:// calagator.org/events/1250462108 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=253 SUMMARY:OEN Business Plan Development Seminar LOCATION:OTBC (Oregon Technology Business Center): 8305 Southwest Creeksi de Place\, Beaverton Oregon 97008 US SEQUENCE:7 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120807T220435Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120912T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120912T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120807T220435Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120807T220435Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462692 DESCRIPTION:It’s back-to-school time! \;\nWith high school graduation rates falling\, student achievement lagging and new Common Core Standar ds on the way\, K-12 education reform is a hot topic around the U.S. and in this election year. \;\n \;\nWhat’s exciting is that a new gen eration of “edupreneur” entrepreneurs has emerged to disrupt education i n innovative ways with new solutions that are transforming the way we le arn\, teach\, communicate and share information. And some of them are ri ght here in Oregon! \;\n \;\nJoin us this back-to-school season at our Sept. 12th\, OEN PubTalk™ “Back-to-School with Edupreneurs” and lea rn how some of Oregon’s most innovative education startups\, including E dCaliber\, Membean and Sublime Learning\, are changing the face of educa tion. Bill Kelly\, a veteran of the education startup world\, will be ou r moderator.\n\nTags: networking\, entrepreneur\, oen\, pubtalk\n\nImpor ted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250462692 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=287 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ - Back-to-School with Edupreneurs LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T183126Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120920T210000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120920T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T183126Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120625T183126Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462500 DESCRIPTION:Register today for the OEN Tom Holce Entrepreneurship Awards dinner! Early bird pricing for the event ends on Wednesday\, August 15t h\, at midnight. \;\n \;\n**Earlybird Pricing:** \;\n \;\n*M ember Pricing* \;\n \;\nIndividual Seat - $175 \;\n \;\nTabl e of 10 - $1700 \;\n \;\n*Non Member Pricing* \;\n \;\nIndiv idual Seat - $195 \;\n \;\nTable of 10 - $1850 \;\n \;\n**Pr icing after August 15th:** \;\n \;\n*Member Pricing* \;\n \; \nIndividual Seat - $195 \;\n \;\nTable of 10 - $1900 \;\n \ ;\n*Non Member Pricing* \;\n \;\nIndividual Seat - $215 \;\n 3\;\nTable of 10 - $2050\n\nTags: oen\, entrepreneur\n\nImported from: h ttp://calagator.org/events/1250462500 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=278 SUMMARY:OEN Tom Holce Entrepreneurship Awards 2012 LOCATION:Hilton Portland and Executive Tower: 921 SW Sixth Avenue\, Portl and OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120718T184219Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121004T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121004T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120718T184219Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120718T184219Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462617 DESCRIPTION:Besides employee payroll\, "\;Office\, Industrial\, or Re tail Space"\; is usually a company's highest business expense. Ye t many entrepreneurs put this on the back burner and deal with their spa ce needs at the last minute. \;\n \;\nThis workshop will cover wha t you need to know when your company is growing and you are ready to tak e the next step for new space or ready to expand/relocate from your curr ent location. This session will help you plan\, as well as begin thinkin g of future space needs so you do not lose your leverage with landlords or get thrown into a space that will cost you and your investors money t hat could and should be used towards other business expenses. \;\n 3\;\nTopics covered in this session will be: \;\n \;\nTimeline for the real estate process \;\n \;\nLease terms \;\n \;\nTypi cal length of leases and expectations for Tenant Improvements \;\n&# 13\;\nCosts the Landlord should pick up\, NOT the company \;\n \; \nCosts other than the rent you should expect \;\n \;\nTypical st eps during the real estate process \;\n \;\nPresenter: Josh Schwei tz \;\n \;\nJosh Schweitz is in the 13th year of his commercial r eal estate career\, and is dedicated to providing the best service and v alue for his clients. During his career\, he won the Commercial Associat ion of Realtors' "\;Rookie of the Year"\; award\, was listed as one of Oregon Business Magazine's 2003 top ten "\;Up-and-Coming Brok ers\,"\; and ranked among Costar's top 20 "\;Power Brokers." \; Josh has successfully negotiated over 2.9 million square feet in offi ce/flex transactions worth approximately $245 million in consideration. Josh focuses on high tech\, creative\, communications\, and advertising companies and has been very involved with the Oregon Entrepreneurs Netwo rk\, serving on their board in 2006. \;\n \;\nEducation \;\nUni versity of Oregon\, 1995 \;\n \;\nLicensed Real Estate Broker\, Or egon and Washington \;\n \;\nUSPTA Certified Tennis Teaching Pro\n \nTags: workshop\, entrepreneur\, oen\n\nImported from: http://calagator .org/events/1250462617 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=283 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: From Garage to an Office - Everything an Entreprene ur Needs to Know about Leasing Space LOCATION:Kidder Mathews: 1 SW Columbia\, Suite 950\, Portland Oregon 9725 8 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120914T160337Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121017T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121017T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120914T160337Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120914T160600Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462846 DESCRIPTION:An opportunity for entrepreneurs to ask questions to a panel of investors.\n\nTags: startup\, entrepreneur\, oen\, investor\n\nImport ed from: http://calagator.org/events/1250462846 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=289 SUMMARY:OEN: Ask an Investor SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T231623Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121107T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121107T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120305T231623Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20120901T205712Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250462109 DESCRIPTION:Need to learn how to develop a solid business plan? This semi nar is for you. Join OEN at OTBC to attend the OEN Business Plan Develop ment Seminar. It reviews all components of an effective\, compelling bus iness plan. You'll learn from seasoned OEN experts why certain informati on is important and how your audience will evaluate what you present. Be sides learning what is critical to include in an effective business plan \, you'll take away valuable handouts and a listing of key resources. &# 13\;\n \;\nRegistration is required\, and space is limited to 15 entr epreneurs. \;\n \;\n \;\nPresenter: Steve Morris \;\nSteve Morris is the Executive Director of OTBC and the Managing Director of O regonStartups.com. He is a veteran of three start-ups\, and has more tha n 25 years of management experience in the software\, service\, and semi conductor test industries at companies such as Hewlett Packard\, Integra ted Measurement Systems\, Cadence Design Systems\, Mentor Graphics\, Cre dence Corporation and Teseda Corporation. He holds a B.A. in mathematic s from Reed College and a Masters of Science degree from Carnegie-Mellon University Graduate School of Industrial Administration (now The Tepper School of Business). \n\nTags: oen\, development\, business plan\, Oreg on Entrepreneurs Network\, otbc\, entrepreneur\n\nImported from: http:// calagator.org/events/1250462109 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=254 SUMMARY:OEN Business Plan Development Seminar LOCATION:OTBC (Oregon Technology Business Center): 8305 Southwest Creeksi de Place\, Beaverton Oregon 97008 US SEQUENCE:5 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121025T181836Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121114T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121114T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121025T181836Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121025T181836Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250463030 DESCRIPTION:There are only so many shopping days left until the holidays are here! How will next generation technology influence your spending d ecisions? Can merchants personalize your online shopping experience? Wh at about your traditional in-store shopping? Will you realize it if they do? Join us at the OEN Pubtalk™ on November 14 to discover how three lo cal companies – 4-Tell\, Shopigniter and Embodee – are helping drive sal es this holiday season. Hint: The retail landscape has changed! The dis tinguished panelists will describe the techniques and tactics that merch ants are using to make this season’s shopping experiences different from last\, and provide insight into what consumers might expect for holiday 2013. \;\n \;\nPanelist: Ken Levy\, CEO of 4-Tell \;\n4-Tell i s an ecommerce software company that provides personalized product recom mendations giving a more engaging shopping experience by automatically r ecommending products that online shoppers are likely to buy. Its Boost® Recs4 product line delivers the next generation technology for true cros s-channel personalization\, working seamlessly across web\, e-mail\, mob ile and in-store. Designed for midsize online retailers\, and optimized for their budget and sales profile\, 4-Tell has helped existing clients increase sales by 25% and more. \;\n \;\nPanelist: Matt Compton\, CEO at ShopIgnitor \;\nShopIgniter enables brands and retailers to pr omote and sell products using social media. Industry leaders use ShopIgn iter’s purpose-built solution to create\, manage\, and measure highly en gaging product posts and experiences that drive discovery\, amplificatio n and conversion via social and mobile channels. ShopIgniter delivers m easurable ROI through customer acquisition\, product engagement\, and pu rchase intent across Facebook\, Twitter\, Pinterest\, and others. Found ed in 2009\, ShopIgniter is proud to be headquartered in Portland\, OR.& #13\;\n \;\nPanelist: André Wolper\, Founder and CEO at embodee \;\nEmbodee is a Portland based technology company that's pioneering a w ay for personalized garment experiences -- digitally\, anytime\, everywh ere. The first customers are Hurley International and Nike Corp. \;\n Embodee facilitated garment can be experienced via a phone or an iPad\, where they can be digitally turned\, "\;touched\,"\; and viewed from any angle. Early applications are for garment personalization as w ell as shopper specific\, personalized try-on. This engages buyers deep ly and allows apparel buyers to experience garments before they are deli vered. Embodee’s platform is built for easy adoption by brands\, retaile rs\, and their interactive agencies and web shops. \;\n \;\nOEN Me mber Registration: $15 \;\nNon-Member Registration: $30\n\nTags: oen\ , oen pubtalk\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported from: http://ca lagator.org/events/1250463030 URL:http://memberservices.membee.com/orporntw/events.aspx?id=294 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk™ - Retail has Changed: How the New Consumer Makes Pur chase Decisions LOCATION:Backspace: 115 NW 5th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121218T164222Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130206T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20130206T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121218T164222Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20121218T164422Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250463244 DESCRIPTION:To close funding from investors\, you first must accomplish s ome key milestones. When it's time to pitch investors\, you must convey the investment opportunity and what you've accomplished in a compelling way that motivates the investor to want to learn more. \;\n \;\n In this OTBC/OEN workshop you'll learn what headway investors expect tha t you've already made\, and what topics they want to learn about in a pi tch. And you'll learn about effective pitch techniques\, and effective pitch tactics. In the interactive portion of the workshop\, you'll dev elop and delivery the front-end of an investor pitch - one of the hardes t pieces: a description of the problem or unmet need\, and a description of your solution both of which are concise\, compelling and motivating. \n\nTags: startup\, funding\, entrepreneur\, oen\, otbc\n\nImported from : http://calagator.org/events/1250463244 URL:http://www.oen.org/events/event-calendar/?#id=301&cid=367&wid=1101 SUMMARY:SmartPitch: Creating an Effective Investor Pitch LOCATION:Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce: 5193 NE Elam Young Pkwy\, Suite A \, Hillsboro Oregon 97124 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150129T223600Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150211T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150211T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150129T223600Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150129T223600Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250467752 DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what it takes to make Inc. 5000‘s list of the 10 fastest-growing private companies in America? Cliff Johnson\, COO and co -founder of Vacasa\, is here to tell you. Of course\, there’s no “secret sauce\,” but Cliff will share the challenges\, successes\, and lessons learned in the six years since co-founding this wildly popular vacation rental startup.\n\nTags: oen\, entrepreneur\, startup\, portland\n\nImpo rted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250467752 URL:http://www.oen.org/blog/feb-2015-pubtalk/ SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk: How to Grow Your Startup by 16\,000 Percent in Three Years LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150427T163126Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150605T163000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150605T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150427T163126Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20150427T163126Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250468331 DESCRIPTION:Join us at Castaway on June 5 to hear from 10-15 successful O regon entrepreneurs about how they persist through hard times. Fuel your own entrepreneurial journey with personal stories of challenge and triu mph from Oregon’s Doers and Big Thinkers. \;\n \;\nLearn more and register: http://www.oen.org/blog/2015-summit/\n\nTags: oen\, entrepren eur\, oregon\, portland\, startup\, storytelling\n\nImported from: http: //calagator.org/events/1250468331 URL:http://www.oen.org/blog/2015-summit/ SUMMARY:OEN’s 2015 Entrepreneurial Summit: What’s Your Wilson? LOCATION:Castaway: 1900 NW 18th Ave\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170124T193449Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170206T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170206T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170124T193449Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170124T193449Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471361 DESCRIPTION:Are you an Oregon entrepreneur looking to get connected? Come talk to an OEN staff member about how to get started leveraging our net work\, educational offerings\, and funding options. Stop by WeWork any t ime between 9 and 11 a.m. on Monday\, February 6 to say hi and chat with us – no appointment necessary.\n\nTags: pdxstartupweek\, oen\, Oregon E ntrepreneurs Network\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/12504 71361 URL:http://bit.ly/oenwework-feb SUMMARY:OEN Office Hours at WeWork LOCATION:WeWork Custom House: 220 Northwest 8th Avenue\, Portland OR 9720 9 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170124T193608Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170208T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170208T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170124T193608Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170124T193608Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471362 DESCRIPTION:Our PubTalk PitchFest is on! Featuring one-minute pitches fro m applicants to our OEN Angel Oregon Program\, our PitchFest will introd uce you to exciting new ideas from up-and-coming Oregon entrepreneurs.&# 13\;\n \;\nThe OEN PubTalk™ is our flagship monthly happy hour — a pe rfect starting point for new community members and a great place for est ablished members to make new connections. \;\n \;\nAs always\, the program will be preceded by time for networking and will include free a ppetizers and pizza. Registration begins at 5:15 p.m. \;\n \;\nReg ister here: http://bit.ly/oenpitchfest-2017\n\nTags: pubtalk\, pitch\, h appy hour\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, oen\n\nImported from: http:// calagator.org/events/1250471362 URL:http://bit.ly/oenpitchfest-2017 SUMMARY:OEN PitchFest! LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170125T181214Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170210T160000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170210T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170125T181214Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170125T181214Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471371 DESCRIPTION:Is one of your 2017 resolutions to create a plan for your bus iness with clear goals and a tool for tracking your progress? This works hop is for entrepreneurs who have an established and growing business an d are ready to take it to the next level. \;\n \;\nIn this one day immersion workshop you will: \;\n \;\n- Establish a solid a found ation: define what you offer\, who you serve\, why you’re in business an d how your business stands apart from others \;\n- Create a tool you can use every day to filter opportunities and ideas \;\n- Articulate a clear vision of where you want to go (both long term and short term)&# 13\;\n- Create an actionable plan to get there \;\n \;\nAll materi als\, lunch\, drinks &\; snacks included. This event is limited to 12 participants. \;\n \;\nRegister here: http://bit.ly/oenplan\n\nTa gs: Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, oen\, workshop\n\nImported from: http ://calagator.org/events/1250471371 URL:http://bit.ly/oenplan SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Create Your Power Plan LOCATION:Ater Wynne: 1331 NW Lovejoy\, Ste 900\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170322T204606Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170412T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170412T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170322T204606Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170322T204606Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471653 DESCRIPTION:There’s a lot more to Artificial Intelligence than self-drivi ng cars. At our April PubTalk\, local AI experts will talk about what AI entrepreneurs are working on right here in Portland. They will discuss the opportunities and barriers when it comes to making Portland the next AI hub\, including where AI is headed in the next 3-5 years and some of the possibilities they see in the industry based on current technology. \;\n \;\nThe OEN PubTalk™ is our flagship monthly happy hour — a perfect starting point for new community members and a great place for e stablished members to make new connections. \;\n \;\nHeld the seco nd Wednesday of every month\, OEN PubTalks are what the name implies — a n hour of networking followed by a talk on a specified theme. And yes\, they take place at a pub. \;\n \;\nOur PubTalks usually kick off w ith a short pitch from an OEN member\, followed by audience Q&\;A. As always\, the program will be preceded by time for networking and will i nclude free appetizers and pizza. Registration begins at 5:15 p.m. \; \n \;\nLearn more and register at: http://bit.ly/pubtalkai\n\nTags: p ubtalk\, happy hour\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, oen\n\nImported fro m: http://calagator.org/events/1250471653 URL:http://bit.ly/pubtalkai SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk: Can Portland Be the Next Hub for Artificial Intellig ence? LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170322T204837Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170427T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170427T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170322T204837Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170322T204837Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471654 DESCRIPTION:OEN’s Angel Oregon Showcase is your opportunity to discover b reakthrough ideas\, explore new markets\, and make valuable business con nections. \;\n \;\nJoin over 300 investors\, entrepreneurs\, and b usiness leaders to get a sneak peek at Oregon’s most exciting up-and-com ing companies! \;\n \;\nHeld annually each April\, the Showcase re presents a culmination of our Spring Angel Oregon Investment Program for angel investors and entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\nDuring the investment program\, early-stage companies compete for an investment award and con cept-stage companies compete for a valuable package of goods and service s\, all while receiving coaching from angel investors and serial entrepr eneurs. Meanwhile\, new angel investors have a chance to conduct due dil igence and learn from experienced investors. \;\n \;\nAt our annua l Showcase\, you will: \;\n \;\n- Hear pitches from up-and-coming companies across multiple sectors \;\n- See the showcased products an d services in action at our display area \;\n- Vote on your favorite concept-stage company \;\n- Hear from a panel of investors about what goes into selecting a company for investment \;\n- Learn about the s tate of angel investing in Oregon\, and the status of our past winners\, in our popular “Where Are They Now?” segment \;\n- Network with hund reds of investors\, business leaders\, and entrepreneurs over lunch and at our closing reception \;\n \;\nDuring the program\, we will ann ounce: \;\n \;\n- The concept-stage category winners based on inpu t from an audience vote \;\n- The winners of $35\,000 in cash awards for women and minority entrepreneurs \;\n- The early-stage category w inner of an investment award\, historically between $200\,000 and $300\, 000\n\nTags: Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\, oen\, Angel Oregon\n\nImport ed from: http://calagator.org/events/1250471654 URL:http://bit.ly/aoshowcase2017 SUMMARY:OEN Angel Oregon 2017 Showcase LOCATION:Castaway: 1900 NW 18th Ave\, Portland Oregon 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173213Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170517T160000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170517T140000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173213Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173213Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471869 DESCRIPTION:Are you an Oregon entrepreneur trying to start or scale a bus iness? Come chat with staff from OEN about how to leverage our network a nd resources. \;\n \;\nMake an appointment during our May 17 offic e hours so you can introduce yourself and chat with us. When you arrive\ , check in at the front desk and the receptionist will tell you where to go. \;\n \;\nHope to see you there! If you can’t make it this tim e around or if all time slots are full\, we hold office hours at WeWork on the first Wednesday of every month and at CENTRL East on the third We dnesday of every month. \;\n \;\nReserve your slot here: https://c alendly.com/oenorg/15min\n\nTags: office hours\, networking\, oen\n\nImp orted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250471869 URL:https://calendly.com/oenorg/15min SUMMARY:OEN Office Hours at CENTRL East LOCATION:CENTRL Office: 329 NE Couch Street\, Portland OR 97232 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173535Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170524T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170524T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173535Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173535Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471871 DESCRIPTION:Millennials have a reputation for bashing brands in social me dia\, expecting companies to do the impossible in order to win their bus iness\, and lacking the sense of brand loyalty that generations before t hem held. Are these perceptions true? We’ll bust some myths and look at the realities of this coveted demographic’s consumer behavior. \;\n&# 13\;\nIn this session\, you’ll discover what makes millenials unique whe n it comes to choosing the brands and products they buy and talk about. You’ll see real-life examples and learn to craft a brand story that comp els them to say\, “Yes!” \;\n \;\nBy the end of this workshop you’ ll: \;\n \;\n- Develop a better understanding (and appreciation) f or millennial consumers \;\n- Know how to deeply define your most ide al customers \;\n- Have a better idea of what tactics you might imple ment right away to stand out and earn some millennial love \;\n \; \nLearn more and register: http://bit.ly/oenmillenials\n\nTags: workshop \, oen\, business\, entrepreneurship\n\nImported from: http://calagator. org/events/1250471871 URL:http://bit.ly/oenmillenials SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Marketing to Millennials – How to Earn Their Love a nd Money LOCATION:Miller Nash: 111 S.W. Fifth Avenue\, Suite 3400\, Portland Orego n 97204-3699 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173338Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170607T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170607T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173338Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173338Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471870 DESCRIPTION:Are you an Oregon entrepreneur trying to start or scale a bus iness? Come chat with staff from OEN about how to leverage our network a nd resources. \;\n \;\nMake an appointment during our May 17 offic e hours so you can introduce yourself and chat with us. When you arrive\ , check in at the front desk and the receptionist will tell you where to go. \;\n \;\nHope to see you there! If you can’t make it this tim e around or if all time slots are full\, we hold office hours at WeWork on the first Wednesday of every month and at CENTRL East on the third We dnesday of every month. \;\n \;\nReserve your slot here: https://c alendly.com/oenorg/15min\n\nTags: office hours\, networking\, oen\n\nImp orted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250471870 URL:https://calendly.com/oenorg/15min SUMMARY:OEN Office Hours at WeWork LOCATION:WeWork Custom House: 220 Northwest 8th Avenue\, Portland OR 9720 9 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173752Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170608T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170608T143000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173752Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170504T173752Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471872 DESCRIPTION:Got an idea for a startup\, but don’t know where to start? Th is workshop will provide an overview of local resources\, along with a c hecklist of steps to take as you build out your plan. \;\n \;\nThi s workshop\, held jointly by OEN and OTBC\, will provide you with: \; \n \;\n- A checklist of where to get started \;\n- A review of com mon mistakes entrepreneurs make and how to avoid them \;\n- An overvi ew of startup funding options (and realities) \;\n- An overview of re sources available to entrepreneurs \;\n- Answers to some of the basic questions that always come up about protecting your idea\, co-founders\ , etc. \;\n \;\nLearn more and register: http://bit.ly/startup411- oen\n\nTags: workshop\, oen\, business\, entrepreneurship\, startup\n\nI mported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250471872 URL:http://bit.ly/startup411-oen SUMMARY:OEN & OTBC Workshop: Startup 411 – How to Start Your Startup LOCATION:University of Portland Westside Campus: \, Portland Oregon US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T164513Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170614T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170614T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T164513Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T164513Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471985 DESCRIPTION:Much ado is made about angel investment and venture capital\, but the truth of the matter is that the majority of businesses get thei r funding elsewhere. Before you start chasing down angel investors\, tak e some time to understand the full funding landscape\, from community pu blic offerings to crowdfunding to small business loans. \;\n \;\nA t our June PubTalk\, funders will pitch to YOU to provide an overview of who their target market is and how they stack up to their competition.& #13\;\n \;\nThe OEN PubTalk™ is our flagship monthly happy hour — a p erfect starting point for new community members and a great place for es tablished members to make new connections. As always\, the program will be preceded by time for networking and will include free appetizers and pizza. \;\n \;\nLearn more and register: http://bit.ly/pubtalk-ju ne\n\nTags: oen\, entrepreneur\, startup\, entrepreneurship\, portland\n \nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250471985 URL:http://bit.ly/pubtalk-june SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk: Beyond Angels – Startup Funders Pitch to YOU LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T165923Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170621T160000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170621T140000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T165923Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T165923Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471987 DESCRIPTION:Want to chat with an OEN staff member about how to get starte d leveraging our network? How to leverage other entrepreneurial resource s in Portland and beyond? How to best take advantage of your membership? How to get more involved in OEN? \;\n \;\nMake an appointment dur ing our June 21 office hours so you can introduce yourself and chat with us. When you arrive\, check in at the front desk and the receptionist w ill tell you where to go. \;\n \;\nReserve your slot here: http:// bit.ly/centrl-june\n\nTags: oen\, entrepreneur\, startup\, entrepreneurs hip\, portland\, office hours\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/eve nts/1250471987 URL:http://bit.ly/centrl-june SUMMARY:OEN Office Hours at CENTRL East LOCATION:CENTRL Office: 329 NE Couch Street\, Portland OR 97232 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T165715Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170628T110000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170628T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T165715Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T165715Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471986 DESCRIPTION:Are you starting a new business but not sure how to get tract ion? This workshop is all about defining who exactly your customer is\, and emotionally connecting the dots between what you offer and what they need or want. The result? Get more fans\, followers\, subscribers\, and *customers*. \;\n \;\nWe’ll teach you a step-by-step\, proven fra mework you will use again and again! (In your customer definition. As yo u develop your products or services. In your web\, blog\, and print copy . Basically\, everywhere.) \;\n \;\nIn this workshop\, you’ll lear n how to: \;\n \;\n- Define exactly who your target customer is (h int: it’s NOT “everyone”) \;\n- Hone in on what your target customer needs and wants – so you can deliver it \;\n- Attract\, woo + win you r target customers\, so they want to work with you again and again \; \n- Learn a step-by-step blueprint that will enable you to pinpoint who you should be selling to\, and why they need you. \;\n- Find the best free\, simple\, easy-to-use tools to get into the hearts and minds of y our target customer \;\n- Use a simple recipe to describe exactly wha t you sell\, and for whom \;\n \;\nRegister at: http://bit.ly/oen- focus \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, entrepreneur\, startup\, entrepreneurship\, portland\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250471986 URL:http://bit.ly/oen-focus SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Find Your Fans & Focus – How To Get More Customers and Read Their Minds LOCATION:Stoel Rives Portland: 900 Southwest 5th Avenue\, Portland OR 972 04 USA SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T164252Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170629T193000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170629T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T164252Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170530T164252Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250471984 DESCRIPTION:Whether it’s the decision to quit your day job and go all in\ , to make a major pivot\, or to take on a new partner\, entrepreneurship involves many leaps of faith. \;\n \;\nJoin us at our 2017 Entrep reneurial Summit to hear stories from successful local entrepreneurs on the leaps of faith they have had to take\, and whether success or disast er ensued. This year’s Summit will feature the founders of barre3\, Ruby Receptionists\, Society Nine\, Panacea Valley Gardens\, Harper’s Playgr ound\, and Sudara. The opening reception includes food\, drinks\, wine t asting\, and networking opportunities. \;\n \;\nCost: Early-bird registration is $45 for OEN members and $75 for non-members. \;\n 3\;\nRegister at: http://bit.ly/oensummit2017\n\nTags: oen\, entrepreneu r\, startup\, entrepreneurship\, portland\n\nImported from: http://calag ator.org/events/1250471984 URL:http://bit.ly/oensummit2017 SUMMARY:OEN 2017 Entrepreneurial Summit: Leap of Faith LOCATION:Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA): 511 NW Broadway\, Portl and OR 97209 us SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170622T192906Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170705T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170705T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170622T192906Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170622T192906Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472116 DESCRIPTION:Are you an Oregon entrepreneur trying to start or scale a bus iness? Come chat with a staff member from the nonprofit Oregon Entrepren eurs Network about how to get started leveraging our network and resourc es. Make an appointment here: http://bit.ly/office-hrs-july\n\nTags: sta rtup\, entrepreneur\, oen\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/ 1250472116 URL:http://bit.ly/office-hrs-july SUMMARY:OEN Office Hours at WeWork LOCATION:WeWork: 220 NW 8th Ave\, Portland OR 97209 USA SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170622T193032Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170719T160000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170719T140000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170622T193032Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170622T193032Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472117 DESCRIPTION:Are you an Oregon entrepreneur trying to start or scale a bus iness? Come chat with a staff member from the nonprofit Oregon Entrepren eurs Network about how to get started leveraging our network and resourc es. Make an appointment here: http://bit.ly/office-hrs-centrl\n\nTags: s tartup\, entrepreneur\, oen\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/event s/1250472117 URL:http://bit.ly/office-hrs-centrl SUMMARY:OEN Office Hours at CENTRL East LOCATION:CENTRL Office: 329 NE Couch Street\, Portland OR 97232 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T174719Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170830T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170830T093000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T174719Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T174719Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472415 DESCRIPTION:Got an idea for a startup\, but don’t know where to start? We 'll help you get unstuck! This workshop will provide an overview of loca l resources\, along with a checklist of steps to take as you build out y our plan. \;\n \;\nThis workshop\, held jointly by OEN and OTBC\, will provide you with: \;\n \;\n- A checklist of where to get star ted \;\n- A review of common mistakes entrepreneurs make and how to a void them \;\n- An overview of startup funding options (and realities ) \;\n- An overview of resources available to entrepreneurs \;\n- Answers to some of the basic questions that always come up about protect ing your idea\, co-founders\, etc. \;\n \;\nLearn more and registe r: Learn more: http://bit.ly/startup411-aug30 \;\n\n\nTags: oen\, por tland\, workshop\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/125047241 5 URL:http://bit.ly/startup411-aug30 SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Startup 411 LOCATION:WeWork Custom House: 220 Northwest 8th Avenue\, Portland OR 9720 9 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T181745Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170906T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170906T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T181745Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T181745Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472418 DESCRIPTION:Are you an Oregon entrepreneur trying to start or scale a bus iness? Come chat with a staff member from the nonprofit Oregon Entrepren eurs Network about how to get started leveraging our network and resourc es. \;\n \;\nMake an appointment here: http://bit.ly/oen-sept\n\n Tags: oen\, portland\, networking\, entrepreneur\, startup\n\nImported f rom: http://calagator.org/events/1250472418 URL:http://bit.ly/oen-sept SUMMARY:OEN Office Hours at WeWork LOCATION:WeWork Custom House: 220 Northwest 8th Avenue\, Portland OR 9720 9 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T180946Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170913T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170913T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T180946Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T180946Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472417 DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of big data. But if you’re like most of us\, you ’re not sure you totally get it. Join us for our September PubTalk\, whe re panelists will share real-life examples of how businesses are using b ig data\, what insights they are gaining that previous datasets couldn’t reveal\, and what potential is still left untapped. \;\n \;\nThe OEN PubTalk™ is our flagship monthly happy hour — a perfect starting poi nt for new community members and a great place for established members t o make new connections. \;\n \;\nHeld the second Wednesday of ever y month\, OEN PubTalks are what the name implies — an hour of networking followed by a talk on a specified theme. And yes\, they take place at a pub. Registration begins at 5:15 p.m. and the program will begin at 6 p .m. \;\n \;\nOur PubTalks usually kick off with a short pitch from an OEN member\, followed by audience Q&\;A. We’ll be serving free ap petizers and pizza\; beer\, wine\, or other beverages are available for purchase. \;\n \;\nLearn more and register: http://bit.ly/pubtalk- bigdata\n\nTags: oen\, portland\, networking\, happy hour\, pubtalk\n\nI mported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250472417 URL:http://bit.ly/pubtalk-bigdata SUMMARY:Big Data - What's the Big Idea? LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T222057Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170928T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170928T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T222057Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T222057Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472420 DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Scale Up workshop series to learn how to: tai lor your company’s growing operations to a specific business strategy\, learn when and how to outsource work\, align your product development an d business goals\, and develop a scalable sales &\; marketing strateg y. \;\n \;\nLearn more and register: http://bit.ly/scaleseries \;\n \;\nOur workshop series consists of three sessions on Sept. 28\, Oct. 5\, and Oct. 12 focused on operations\, product development\, and marketing. Each session runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and includes l unch.\n\nTags: oen\, portland\, networking\, entrepreneur\, startup\, ed ucation\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250472420 URL:http://bit.ly/scaleseries SUMMARY:How to Scale Up Your Startup LOCATION:JLL: 1120 Northwest Couch Street\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170907T195329Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170928T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170928T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170907T195329Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170907T195329Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472471 DESCRIPTION:Scaling a startup requires careful attention to the operation al details within the company. Experts in finance\, human resources\, an d real estate will equip you with concepts and tools to build and evalua te operations to support your vision. You will learn how to tailor your company’s operational competencies\, processes\, and assets to a specifi c business strategy. \;\n \;\nLearn more and register: http://bit. ly/scaling-operations \;\n \;\nThis session is part of a three-par t workshop series\, "\;How to Scale Your Startup\,"\; hosted by the nonprofit Oregon Entrepreneurs Network. Register for the entire seri es here: http://bit.ly/scaleseries\n\nTags: oen\, portland\, networking\ , entrepreneur\, startup\, education\n\nImported from: http://calagator. org/events/1250472471 URL:http://bit.ly/scaling-operations SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Scaling Operations for Startups LOCATION:JLL: 1120 Northwest Couch Street\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170907T194802Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171005T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171005T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170907T194802Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170907T195158Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472469 DESCRIPTION:You’ve turned your idea into a product – now how do you grow your team and deliver that product to the broader market? In this worksh op session\, we will focus on the unique and practical considerations of scaling product development for the next level. \;\n \;\nLearn mo re and register: http://bit.ly/product-dev \;\n \;\nThis session i s part of a three-part workshop series\, "\;How to Scale Your Startu p\,"\; hosted by the nonprofit Oregon Entrepreneurs Network. Registe r for the entire series here: http://bit.ly/scaleseries\n\nTags: oen\, p ortland\, networking\, entrepreneur\, startup\, education\n\nImported fr om: http://calagator.org/events/1250472469 URL:http://bit.ly/product-dev SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Scaling Product Development for Startups LOCATION:JLL: 1120 Northwest Couch Street\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171005T155034Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171011T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171011T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171005T155034Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171005T155034Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472623 DESCRIPTION:Sick of the healthcare status quo? Join us to learn about wha t’s going on in bioscience and healthcare right here in Portland. Enjoy some pizza\, buy a beer\, and meet entrepreneurs who are at the front li nes of healthcare innovation—from inventing life-saving medical products \, to eliminating physician burnout\, to improving patient care with cus tomizable software. \;\n \;\nThe OEN PubTalk™ is our flagship mont hly happy hour — a perfect starting point for new community members and a great place for established members to make new connections. As always \, the program will be preceded by time for networking and will include free appetizers and pizza. Registration begins at 5:15 p.m. and the pane l discussion will kick off around 6 p.m. \;\n \;\nLearn more and register: http://bit.ly/pubtalk-oct\n\nTags: oen\, portland\, networking \, happy hour\, pubtalk\, entrepreneur\n\nImported from: http://calagato r.org/events/1250472623 URL:http://bit.ly/pubtalk-oct SUMMARY:Innovations in Healthcare - OEN PubTalk LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170907T194948Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171012T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171012T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170907T194948Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170907T195110Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472470 DESCRIPTION:Startups face unique challenges when it comes to identifying and developing their growth engines and putting sustainable processes in place. In this workshop session\, learn how to create a sales force and develop a selling process and strategy. \;\n \;\nLearn more and r egister: http://bit.ly/scaling-sales \;\n \;\nThis session is part of a three-part workshop series\, "\;How to Scale Your Startup\,&qu ot\; hosted by the nonprofit Oregon Entrepreneurs Network. Register for the entire series here: http://bit.ly/scaleseries\n\nTags: oen\, portlan d\, networking\, entrepreneur\, startup\, education\n\nImported from: ht tp://calagator.org/events/1250472470 URL:http://bit.ly/scaling-sales SUMMARY:OEN Workshop: Scaling Sales for Startups LOCATION:JLL: 1120 Northwest Couch Street\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T174938Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171025T210000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171025T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170823T174938Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20170920T175434Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472416 DESCRIPTION:It’s like the Oscars\, but with less glam and more grit. Each fall\, over 600 local business leaders converge at OEN’s Tom Holce Entr epreneurship Awards Dinner for Oregon’s largest and most prestigious bus iness networking event. \;\n \;\nJoin us for our October 25 Award s Dinner to: \;\n \;\n- Meet the movers and shakers in Oregon’s en trepreneurial community. \;\n- Network with hundreds of business lead ers during our opening reception. \;\n- Help us select this year’s so cial enterprise Game Changer. \;\n- Discover up-and-coming entreprene urs from across the state and across all industries\, including the fina lists and winners of our Game Changer\, Company\, Entrepreneurial Achiev ement\, and Wyatt Starnes Awards. \;\n- Enjoy signature cocktails\, l ocal wine\, samples from up-and-coming Oregon food &\; beverage entre preneurs\, and a plated dinner. \;\n \;\nLearn more &\; registe r: http://awards.oen.org/2017\n\nTags: oen\, portland\, networking\n\nIm ported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250472416 URL:http://awards.oen.org/2017 SUMMARY:OEN Entrepreneurship Awards LOCATION:Oregon Convention Center: 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.\, Portland OR 97232 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171120T221137Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171130T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171130T093000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171120T221137Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171120T221137Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472865 DESCRIPTION:Got an idea for a startup\, but don’t know where to start? Th is workshop will provide an overview of local resources\, along with a c hecklist of steps to take as you build out your plan. \;\n \;\nThi s workshop\, held jointly by OEN and OTBC\, will provide you with: \; \n \;\n- A checklist of where to get started \;\n- A review of com mon mistakes entrepreneurs make and how to avoid them \;\n- An overvi ew of startup funding options (and realities) \;\n- An overview of re sources available to entrepreneurs \;\n- Answers to some of the basic questions that always come up about protecting your idea\, co-founders\ , etc. \;\n \;\nLearn more and register here: http://bit.ly/start up411-nov\n\nTags: facebook:event=883635038478585\, oen\, startup\, entr epreneurship\, workshop\, networking\n\nImported from: http://calagator. org/events/1250472865 URL:http://bit.ly/startup411-nov SUMMARY:Workshop: Startup 411 – How to Start Your Startup LOCATION:Hillsboro Public Library: 2850 NE Brookwood Pkwy\, Hillsboro\, O R 97124 OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171120T221344Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171213T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171213T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171120T221344Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20171120T221344Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250472866 DESCRIPTION:Did you know that in the Portland metro area alone\, there ar e over 50 organizations dedicated to helping entrepreneurs? But which on es can help YOU? \;\n \;\nOur Startup Resource Tradeshow 2017 is t he perfect starting point for new entrepreneurs trying to navigate our s tartup ecosystem. It includes representatives from local organizations\, accelerators\, incubators\, and government programs that provide suppor t\, mentorship\, and potential funding for entrepreneurs. \;\n \;\ nLearn more and register here: http://bit.ly/oen-tradeshow\n\nTags: face book:event=2053077424904338\, oen\, startup\, entrepreneur\, trade show\ , tradeshow\, networking\, business\n\nImported from: http://calagator.o rg/events/1250472866 URL:http://bit.ly/oen-tradeshow SUMMARY:OEN Startup Resources Tradeshow 2017 LOCATION:Vacasa: 926 NW 13th Ave #200\, Portland OR 97209 us SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180109T002420Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180110T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180110T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180109T002420Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180109T002420Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250473066 DESCRIPTION:Everyone knows about Kickstarter\, but it’s only one of many ways to crowdfund your startup. At our January PubTalk\, we’ll explore a range of crowdfunding opportunities\, including regulation crowdfunding \, community public offerings\, Regulation A+\, crowd lending\, and more . \;\n \;\nEntrepreneurs who have taken advantage of crowdfunding options will share their experiences so that you can decide whether crow dfunding is right for you. \;\n \;\nLearn more and register: http ://www.oen.org/pubtalk\n\nTags: facebook:event=1592560254194777\, oen\, startup\, entrepreneur\, pubtalk\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/ events/1250473066 URL:https://www.facebook.com/events/1592560254194777/ SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk: Crowdfunding Your Startup LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180111T184703Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180220T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180220T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180111T184703Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180111T184703Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250473108 DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurs are often told to “network” their way to invest ors\, mentors\, and business partners. But this can be scary if you’re n ot comfortable\, don’t know where to start\, or what to say. We’re here to help—our Speed Networking PubTalk is back by popular demand! Join us to practice building your social capital game. \;\n \;\nRegister n ow: http://bit.ly/oen-networking\n\nTags: facebook:event=151059767566249 7\, oen\, startup\, portland\, entrepreneur\, networking\, business\n\nI mported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250473108 URL:http://bit.ly/oen-networking/ SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk: Speed Networking! LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180226T174308Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180301T230000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180301T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180226T174308Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180226T174308Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250473315 DESCRIPTION:Whether talking to someone in line at the supermarket or pitc hing to a VC\, you need to be able to communicate your great idea. But t he best message in the world won’t stick if you deliver it poorly\, and a great delivery cannot overcome a confusing message. Join us to learn h ow to craft a clear\, concise\, compelling pitch that will pique investo r interest. \;\n \;\nYou’ll walk away with an understanding of: 3\;\n \;\n- The problem you’re solving and your value proposition \;\n- What questions you need to answer before crafting your pitch \; \n- The elements\, structure\, and visuals that comprise a successful pi tch \;\n- How to condense a full pitch into a one-minute elevator pit ch \;\n \;\nRegistration for this workshop includes one pass to ou r March 14 PitchFest and three free months of LivePlan business plan sof tware (combined value of $85). Following the workshop\, participants wil l have an opportunity to complete a one-page overview of their business using LivePlan and submit it for the opportunity to compete in PitchFest . \;\n \;\nRegister here: http://bit.ly/oen-seminar-pitchperfect\n \nTags: facebook:event=161972401099976\, oen\, pdx\, entrepreneur\, star tup\, workshop\, business\, networking\n\nImported from: http://calagato r.org/events/1250473315 URL:http://bit.ly/oen-seminar-pitchperfect SUMMARY:OEN Seminar: Pitch Perfect LOCATION:Portland State Business Accelerator: 2828 SW Corbett Ave.\, Port land OR 97201 us SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180226T173917Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180306T143000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180306T113000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180226T173917Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180226T173917Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250473313 DESCRIPTION:Got a great idea\, but don't know where to start? Our Startup 411 workshop will provide you with: a checklist of where to get started \, a review of common mistakes entrepreneurs make\, an overview of start up funding options\, and answers to common questions\, including protect ing your idea\, finding co-founders\, and more! \;\n \;\nRegister here: http://bit.ly/startup411-mar\n\nTags: facebook:event=1700260596705 518\, oen\, pdx\, entrepreneur\, startup\, workshop\, business\, network ing\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250473313 URL:http://bit.ly/startup411-mar SUMMARY:Startup 411 LOCATION:Perkins Coie (PDX): 1120 Nw Couch St\, 10th Floor\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180226T174107Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180314T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180314T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180226T174107Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180226T174107Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250473314 DESCRIPTION:Our PubTalk PitchFest is on! Featuring 25 one-minute pitches\ , our PitchFest will introduce you to exciting new ideas from up-and-com ing entrepreneurs. One lucky winner\, determined by an audience vote\, w ill walk away with $1\,000 in cash and a two-night stay at a Vacasa prop erty. \;\n \;\nInterested in pitching? Sign up for our Pitch Perfe ct Seminar on Thursday\, March 1. We will select 25 seminar participants to proceed to our PitchFest. \;\n \;\nRegister here: http://bit.l y/pitchfest-2018\n\nTags: facebook:event=1978298559051200\, oen\, pdx\, entrepreneur\, startup\, pubtalk\, business\, networking\n\nImported fro m: http://calagator.org/events/1250473314 URL:http://bit.ly/pitchfest-2018 SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk: PitchFest 2018! LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180308T190248Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180411T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180411T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180308T190248Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180308T190248Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250473391 DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurs are often told to “network” their way to invest ors\, mentors\, and business partners. But this can be scary if you’re n ot comfortable\, don’t know where to start\, or what to say. We’re here to help—our Speed Networking PubTalk is back by popular demand! Join us to practice building your social capital game. \;\n \;\nRegister n ow: http://bit.ly/oen-networking\n\nTags: facebook:event=442695469521806 \, pubtalk\, oen\, entrepreneur\, networking\, business\n\nImported from : http://calagator.org/events/1250473391 URL:http://bit.ly/oen-networking SUMMARY:Speed Networking! LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T200826Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190116T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190116T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T200826Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T200826Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250474849 DESCRIPTION:Do you have a growing Cannabis business? Are you curious abou t the Cannabis industry? Our January PubTalk will cover a high-level rev iew of business issues all entrepreneurs should be aware of\, including sales &\; marketing\, fundraising\, finance and accounting\, and more \, all through the lens of the cannabis industry. Register today and get tips on growing your cannabis business.\n\nTags: entrepreneurship\, can nabis\, networking\, pubtalk\, oen\n\nImported from: http://calagator.or g/events/1250474849 URL:https://www.oen.org/calendar-events/oen-pubtalk-mainstreaming-cannabi s/ SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk: Mainstreaming Cannabis LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201132Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190118T163000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190118T133000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201132Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201132Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250474850 DESCRIPTION:OEN’s new Coaching Program is an opportunity for entrepreneur s to share their goals\, challenges\, insights\, and advice in an intima te and confidential setting. Limited to 15 participants\, this Program i s supported by a certified Coach and a network of mentors with expertise in various topics. Participants will meet monthly for a period of six m onths\, though we expect the connections you make will endure long after the program ends. \;\n \;\nCoaching and leadership development ca n often be inaccessible for entrepreneurs at this stage\, which is why O EN is partnering with Geffen Mesher\, one of Portland’s local accounting firms\, and Industrious\, Portland’s newest co-working space\, to pilot this coaching experience. Participants will be assigned a small group o f partners within their cohort to connect with between sessions to tackl e pressing and emerging issues. All participants will be able to contact everyone in the cohort and all the mentors on an ongoing basis. \;\n \;\nEntrepreneurship is hard\, but it’s much harder if you try to go it alone. You need the support of other founders and startup executives who can “feel your pain” and help you solve real-life problems in real time. You also need experienced mentors who can help guide you on your p ath. \;\n \;\nEligibility: \;\nFounders and/or leaders of compa nies currently experiencing significant growth who want to learn how to scale up their business from an experienced coach\, a peer cohort\, and a network of mentors/experts in various fields. This is the perfect “nex t step” after our Startup Series. \;\n \;\nProgram: \;\nThis si x-month pilot program will kick off with a half-day session with subsequ ent sessions running for three hours. Participants will be also be match ed up with a small Pod cohort to discuss emerging issues\, homework\, an d other matters as they arise in between monthly meetings. \;\n \; \nGiven that many startups face similar challenges\, we have curated a g roup of mentors\, each with expertise on topics relevant to leaders of c ompanies at this stage\, including legal\, accounting\, sales\, marketin g\, leadership\, finance/fundraising\, and more. These mentors have agr eed to provide advice and support to the participants for the duration o f the program. They will attend the first and last session and may appea r as guest speakers when appropriate. \;\n \;\nPrior to the first session\, participants will be invited to take the Clifton Strengthsfind er Assessment to identify their Top 5 Strengths so that over the course of the Program\, participants can expand their effectiveness\, learn to leverage others’ strengths\, and extend the collective strengths of thei r team. \;\n \;\nThe format of the monthly meeting will have one m entor present for the first 1-1.5 hours with a facilitated group discuss ion to follow. The discussion will be customized to the specific needs of the participants. \;\n \;\nTopics: \;\nTopics will focus on issues the group identifies\, but we expect to include: \;\n \;\nD eveloping a Sales Pipeline \;\nMarketing \;\nAccounting/Finance/Fu ndraising \;\nLegal: IP\, entity issues\, HR\, raising capital \;\ nTeaming \;\nLeadership Presence and Culture \;\nOutcomes: \;\n Participants should expect the following outcomes: \;\n \;\nAccele rate the growth of their companies \;\nBuild a winning culture \;\ nCollaborate with and build lasting relationships with trusted peers \;\nConnect with expert resources \;\nBecome a better leader \;\nD ates \;\nJan 18 \;\nFeb 8 \;\nMarch 8 \;\nApril 12 \;\nMa y 10 \;\nJune 14\n\nTags: entrepreneurship\, coaching\, networking\, oen\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250474850 URL:https://www.oen.org/calendar-events/oen-coaching-program/ SUMMARY:OEN Coaching Program LOCATION:Industrious: 811 SW 6th Ave\, Suite 1000\, Portland Oregon 97204 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201738Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190123T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190123T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201738Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201738Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250474853 DESCRIPTION:Financing is tough and confusing. There are multiple options available for startups and small businesses: angel investors\, seed fund s\, loans. How do you figure out which one is right for you? Come to the Westside PubTalk and hear from experienced investors on the options and expectations for your business.\n\nTags: entrepreneurship\, networking\ , pubtalk\, oen\, funding\, educational\, debt\, finance\, financing\n\n Imported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250474853 URL:https://www.oen.org/calendar-events/oen-westside-pubtalk-equity-versu s-debt-financing-012319/ SUMMARY:OEN Westside PubTalk: Equity versus debt financing. Which is righ t for your business? LOCATION:Golden Valley Brewery: 1520 Northwest Bethany Boulevard\, Beaver ton OR 97006 USA SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201336Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190125T163000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190125T133000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201336Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201336Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250474851 DESCRIPTION:Are you a scaling business in the cannabis industry? Are you looking to connect with experts in the sector who can help you get to t he next level? Do you want to connect with a peer group of other cannab is founders? If so\, our 10-week Cannabis Business Basics series is for you! \;\n \;\nOur 10-week Cannabis Business Basics series covers t he nuts and bolts of building and scaling a strong business\, through th e lens of the cannabis industry. Topics will include sales &\; market ing strategies\, fundraising\, finance and accounting\, HR\, legal &\ ; compliance\, and much more. All instructors are experts in the cannabi s industry and have a track record of helping companies succeed. \;\n \;\nThis series has also been designed to educate participants on th e diversity and equity challenges facing the cannabis industry\, and pro vide strategies for building a more diverse industry. Each course topic will take into account the unique hurdles business owners of color face\ , and include tools for overcoming those challenges. \;\n \;\nSess ions: \;\n \;\nWelcome &\; Goal Setting\; Intro to equity and i nclusion \;\nYour Business Structure Checklist and Intro to real esta te considerations \;\nMarketing Strategy \;\nBuilding a Sales Stra tegy \;\nDeveloping a Healthy Financial Structure \;\nBusiness Ope rations and Lean Principles \;\nCompliance and Licensing \;\nFundi ng Your Company \;\nHiring and Firing a Team \;\nWrap Up Session&# 13\;\nIn addition to a top-notch curriculum that provides critical busin ess skills applicable to any business\, each participant in OEN’s Cannab is Business Basics will have access to a network of mentors covering eac h of the session topics above. Our mentors have agreed to provide guida nce during the full 10 weeks of this program. Have a burning question a bout licensing? No need to wait until week 7\, just email one of our men tors. A full mentor list will be provided on the first day of class and will be updated regularly. \;\n \;\nThis course was developed by OEN’s Cannabis Leadership team in partnership with Nu Leaf\, and is the first major program specifically tailored for businesses in the cannabis sector. OEN’s goal is to help a diverse group of entrepreneurs in the c annabis industry connect to the resources they need so they can signific antly increase their odds of success. OEN’s driving mission is that a th riving networking of entrepreneurs makes Oregon stronger\, and we look f orward to playing our part to strengthen the business community surround ing cannabis.\n\nTags: entrepreneurship\, cannabis\, networking\, oen\, startup\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250474851 URL:https://www.oen.org/calendar-events/oen-cannabis-business-basics/ SUMMARY:OEN Cannabis Business Basics LOCATION:Emerge Law Group: 805 SW Broadway #2400\, Portland Oregon 97205 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201552Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190213T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190213T171500 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201552Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190115T201552Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250474852 DESCRIPTION:Getting funding for your startup is tough—and it’s even harde r for food and beverage companies and consumer products companies. Join us on February 13 for an overview of funding options and hear from entre preneurs like you who have been through this journey.\n\nTags: entrepren eurship\, networking\, pubtalk\, oen\, food and beverage\, F&B\, consume r products\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250474852 URL:https://www.oen.org/calendar-events/oen-pubtalk-feb-2019/ SUMMARY:OEN PubTalk: Funding Your Food & Beverage or Consumer Products Co mpany LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20200208T033309Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20200212T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20200212T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20200208T033309Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250107T012337Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250476789 DESCRIPTION:Quick\, what’s the difference between an incubator and an acc elerator? How can each one help you? And how are they different from a c o-working space? Our panel of experts will break it all down for you. Th ey’ll discuss how to pick the right program based on your start-up stage \, how to “win” the application\, and more. \;\n \;\nYou’ll learn& #13\;\n \;\n \;\nKey differences between an incubator\, an acceler ator\, and a co-working space \;\nWhat support you should expect from each \;\nHow to capitalize on what they offer to build your business \;\n \;\n \n\nTags: startup\, startups\, entrepreneur\, entrepren eurs\, founder\, founders\, cofounder\, cofounders\, incubator\, coworki ng\, oen\, oregon\, pub\, beer\, accelerator\n\nImported from: http://ca lagator.org/events/1250476789 URL:https://www.oen.org/calendar-events/oen-pubtalk-picking-the-right-inc ubator-accelerator-or-co-working-space/ SUMMARY:Picking the Right Incubator\, Accelerator\, or Co-Working Space LOCATION:Lucky Labrador Beer Hall: 1945 NW Quimby\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20211115T173114Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20211118T200000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20211118T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20211115T173114Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20211115T173114Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250477997 DESCRIPTION:This November 18th\, join OEN and the Oregon entrepreneurial community as we honor the exceptional startups that inspire and propel u s into the future. Enjoy an evening of celebration with your colleagues and clients either via a virtual table or IRL at an Official Watch Party . This is a great opportunity to come together as a community and celebr ate the special people and teams who make up Oregon’s innovation economy . \;\n \;\nAwards will be given in Early\, Development\, and Growt h stages\, plus three special categories: 30th Anniversary\, FUTUREPROOF \, and Entrepreneurial Achievement.\n\nTags: oen\, oregon\, entrepreneur \, entrepreneurship\, awards\, online\n\nImported from: http://calagator .org/events/1250477997 URL:https://www.oen.org/awards21 SUMMARY:Oregon Entrepreneurs Network Entrepreneurship Awards 2021: Future proof LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20231227T181836Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20240110T193000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20240110T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20231227T181836Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20231227T181836Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250480854 DESCRIPTION:Founders and entrepreneurs possess a lot of the same characte ristics like motivation\, passion\, curiosity and risk-taking that inspi re them to start and run a new business. Yet\, the pathways to entrepren eurship are wildly different and each faces a diverse set of challenges along the way. \;\n \;\nFor our first PubTalk of 2024\, Oregon Ent repreneurs Network is excited to bring to the stage three winners from t he OEN Entrepreneurship Awards to share their own origin stories\, the r esources\, and people who have helped them along the way\, what has work ed for them\, and where they plan on going next. \;\n \;\nWe welco me entrepreneurs at all stages to join us for this interactive conversat ion – whether to commiserate and show solidarity with your peers or to f ind out what it’s like launching and growing a business in our community . \;\n \;\nCost: $15 for OEN members\; $25 for non-members\n\nTags : startup\, startups\, entrepreneur\, entrepreneurs\, founder\, founders \, cofounder\, cofounders\, portland\, pdx\, community\, oen\, Oregon En trepreneurs Network\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/125048 0854 URL:https://www.oen.org/calendar-events/oen-january-pubtalk-founder-origi n-stories/ SUMMARY:OEN January PubTalk: Founder origin stories LOCATION:TrovaTrip: 850 Northwest 13th Avenue\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20231227T182350Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20240116T130000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20240116T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20231227T182350Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20231227T182350Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250480856 DESCRIPTION:Receive feedback on your pitch before stepping foot in front of investors\, buyers\, or customers. \;\n \;\nPitch\, Please is a member-only monthly event hosted by OEN offering founders and entrepren eurs the opportunity to showcase their 5-minute pitch virtually or in pe rson at select events throughout the state. \;\n \;\nFollowing the pitch\, regional thought leaders will ask questions and provide feedbac k to help strengthen pitches for when it’s time for the real thing. \ ;\n \;\nCost: Free for OEN members\n\nTags: pitch\, feedback\, practi ce\, Pitch Practice\, oen\, Oregon Entrepreneurs Network\n\nImported fro m: http://calagator.org/events/1250480856 URL:https://www.oen.org/calendar-events/pitch-please-january/ SUMMARY:Pitch\, Please: January LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20231227T183119Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20240201T093000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20240201T080000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20231227T183119Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20231227T183119Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250480858 DESCRIPTION:Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) is excited to be partnerin g with GRAYBOX and Upstart Collective for our February Entrepreneur Mixe r in SE Portland from 8:00 – 9:30 am on Thursday\, February 1st. \;\n \;\nDuring this event\, you’ll have the opportunity to meet ambitiou s founders and entrepreneurs with a broad range of expertise and skills who are open to building new relationships and strengthening the regiona l innovation ecosystem. Enjoy coffee\, tea and a light breakfast\, netwo rking\, and the chance to learn from regional thought leaders. \;\n&# 13\;\nAttendees will find out more about\, and tour\, Upstart Collective \, a new experiment and collaboration years in the making. Through the c ontinued efforts of startup leaders in Portland (and a generous contribu tion from partner company\, GRAYBOX)\, UpStart Collective is now a highl y subsidized creative space open to founders\, funders\, tinkerers\, cre ators\, doers\, and idealists. \;\n \;\nPricing \;\n \;\nOEN Member: Free \;\nNon-Member: $10 \;\n \;\nLight breakfast and coffee will be provided for attendees.\n\nTags: oen\, Oregon Entrepreneu rs Network\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250480858 URL:https://www.oen.org/calendar-events/february-entrepreneur-mixer/ SUMMARY:OEN February Entrepreneur Mixer LOCATION:UpStart Collective: 107 SE Washington St. Unit 700\, Portland OR 97214 USA SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260304T033951Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260319T150000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260319T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260304T033951Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260304T033951Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482490 DESCRIPTION:Oregon's Flagship Startup Hiring Event \;\n \;\n​The Or egon Hiring Festival brought to you by MeeBoss\, Oregon Entrepreneur Net work [OEN]\, and WeWork\, is HERE! We'll be bringing together 10+ hiring companies and ~100+ job seekers for an afternoon of matchmaking\, conve rsation\, and in-person connections. \;\n \;\n​Here’s how it works : once you register\, MeeBoss will get your open roles live within 48 ho urs. Our match-first\, chat-first platform connects you directly with qu alified candidates ahead of time so you can begin conversations online b efore the event. Then\, at the festival\, you’ll meet those candidates f ace-to-face at your booth\, alongside new walk-ups who discover your tea m on the spot. \;\n \;\n​​To keep things flowing smoothly\, the hi ring block runs for three hours straight. While some job seekers step ou t for lunch or attend the panel discussion\, others stay engaged at the booths. Creating a natural rotation and steady candidate flow without ov erwhelming lines. Please bring more then one person to support your boot h. \;\n \;\n​​This streamlined format guarantees high-quality inte ractions while giving you the buzz\, PR spotlight\, and networking energ y of a full-day festival\, but without requiring your team to commit an entire day.\n\nTags: hiring\, meeboss\, oen\, hr\n\nImported from: http: //calagator.org/events/1250482490 URL:https://luma.com/sdvngfhr SUMMARY:MeeBoss Hiring Festival – Startup Registration SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR