Igniting innovation across Oregon's Mid-Willamette Valley

Launch Mid-Valley, the Mid-Willamette Valley Innovation Hub, with funding from Business Oregon, fosters an innovative entrepreneurial ecosystem where local businesses can connect with investors, mentors, and industry leaders in Marion County, Polk County, and Yamhill County.

Register Now: Oregon Startup Conference – June 20

Oregon’s biggest startup event is back!

Connect with founders, makers, and innovators for a high-energy day filled with live pitches, networking, and game-changing insights. Whether you’re launching, scaling, or supporting entrepreneurs, this is where big ideas take off.

📅 When: June 20, 2025
📍 Where: George Fox University

REGISTER HERE

The AI Advantage: Innovation & Entrepreneurship for a Future-Ready World

🚀 Unlock AI & emerging tech to scale smarter, innovate faster, and lead through change!

Join us for The AI Advantage, a free webinar series designed for entrepreneurs, founders, and business leaders. Learn how to harness AI, data, and cutting-edge tech to build future-ready businesses and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving world.

📍 When: Multiple dates available
📍 Where: Online (Zoom Webinars)
📍 Cost: FREE

Brought to you by Launch Mid-Valley, Sacred Fire Creative, and NAWBO Oregon.

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🛠️ InventOR Innovation Jam – April 23 at Chemeketa Community College

Calling all student innovators: If you've got a knack for building things, this is your chance to create a real, physical product that solves a real-world problem.

At InventOR Mid-Valley Innovation Jam, you’ll work hands-on to develop a prototype, connect with industry mentors, and compete for a chance to take your invention to the next level.

Who Can Join?

→ Current students from Chemeketa Community College, Linfield University, and Warner Pacific University
→ Recent graduates (within 12 months) from any Oregon college or university

📅 When: April 23, 2025
📍 Where: Chemeketa Community College

SIGN UP HERE

Mid-Valley Angel Investors Workshop – For Accredited Investors Only (With Approval)

Are you an accredited investor ready to spot the next big startup before it takes off?

Join us for the Mid-Valley Angel Investors Workshop—an exclusive event featuring insights into current portfolios, economic development strategies, and top-tier networking with other accredited investors.

📅 When: April 22, 2025 | 4:30 PM
📍 Where: Domaine Willamette Winery

RSVP TODAY

🗓️ Upcoming Events – Quick Links

☕ Fuel Your Hustle: Join a Coffee Club Near You!

Great ideas start with good coffee. Our monthly Coffee Clubs for Startups & Entrepreneurs offer a relaxed space for entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate, and caffeinate.

📍 Find a Coffee Club Near You:

Find your club and join the conversation! 🚀

Join a Coffee Club!

Stay Connected with Launch Mid Valley!

Sacred Fire Creative is honored to represent Launch Mid-Valley, the Mid-Willamette Valley Innovation Hub, as the program’s Innovation Navigator. We provide tailor-made solutions for entrepreneurs to grow, from digital marketing and brand storytelling to connecting with resources, mentorships, and communities.

Follow us on social media to connect with entrepreneurs, innovators, and resources in Marion, Polk, and Yamhill Counties.

Got questions? Email Malee Ojua, Innovation Navigator for the Launch Mid-Valley Innovation Hub, at malee@sacredfirecreative.com.