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.

Pop Up & Pitch Marketplace in Salem

Oregon Entrepreneurs Network in partnership with Launch Mid-Valley is bringing their Pop Up & Pitch Marketplace to Salem once again! Come meet Oregon’s best new local food and beverage innovators at Pop Up & Pitch Marketplace in the Grand Hotel Lobby on Friday, November 21st from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Marketplace vendors will be on hand with products for attendees to sample, sip and buy. The afternoon will also include a series of 3-minute pitches by food and beverage entrepreneurs. Just them, their product and a microphone.

Vendor Applications

For companies who are interested in showcasing your product, we invite you to follow the link above to apply. Use the Launch Mid-Valley discount code - LMVMarketplace25 for $25 off the Non-OEN Member rate. Feel free to reach out to Rylee at OEN (rylee@oen.org), if you have any questions.

Learn more here

On the Blog:
George Fox University: Fueling Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Mid-Valley

Looking for design help, prototype support, or student collaborators for your next big idea? George Fox University is building powerful connections between students, startups, and community innovators. At a recent Newberg Coffee Club, George Fox University’s Shawn Daley shared how the university is helping ideas take shape across the Mid-Valley.

Learn how their programs can help your business grow
— read more on the Launch Mid-Valley blog.

Find a Coffee Club Near You!

Come find a Launch Mid-Valley Coffee Club for Startups and Entrepreneurs near you! Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, these monthly Coffee Clubs are your space to tackle challenges, uncover resources, and launch what's next. So bring your questions, your roadblocks, and your ideas - we’ll talk through them together in a collaborative, supportive space.

☕ Find a Coffee Club in your area and start building your network today

Salem: 2nd Tuesday at 9am
- Next one: October 14th
Women/BIPOC: 3rd Friday at 9am
- Next one: October 17th
McMinnville: 3rd Tuesday at 9am
- Next one: October 21st
Dallas: 4th Wednesday at 9am
- Next one: October 22nd
Independence: 4th Thursday at 9am
- Next one: October 23rd
Pride: 4th Tuesday at 9:30am
- Next one: October 28th
Newberg: 1st Tuesday at 9am
- Next one: November 4th

Check the LMV Calendar here &
RSVP for your nearest Coffee Club

Resources & Opportunities

Chehalem Valley Innovation Accelerator
- The Chehalem Valley Innovation Accelerator helps entrepreneurs turn ideas into thriving businesses by providing workspace, expert mentorship, branding and web development support, and connections to funding and industry partners. Startups can use these resources to accelerate growth and establish their ventures in the Chehalem Valley community.
- Learn more here
Chemeketa SBDC's 1:1 Advising
- No cost for businesses and consulting services are provided in person or virtually.
- Learn more here
Chemeketa SBDC's Power Lunches
- Bring your lunch and learn monthly from experts about various topics. This month there are two sessions that you can join, Cybersecurity and Prompting AI Chatbots.
Indy Commons
- Indy Commons is a coworking and business resource hub in Independence that provides shared workspace, commercial kitchen, networking opportunities, and entrepreneurial support to help local businesses and startups thrive in Polk County.
- Learn more here
Mac Market Space Available
- Mac Market is a place where local flavors, positive connections, and creative businesses all thrive under one roof. They are currently welcoming new food/drink/retail entrepreneurs into their dynamic space.
- Learn more here
OEN's Pitch Please
- Pitch, Please is a monthly event hosted by OEN offering founders and entrepreneurs the opportunity to showcase their 5-minute pitch virtually or in person at select events throughout the state.
- Learn more here
WIN Yamhill County Student Manufacturing Experience
- Yamhill County is gearing up to celebrate the power of manufacturing and inspire the next generation of makers through the 2025 Yamhill County Student Manufacturing Experience. This two-part fall event series connects local students with hands-on opportunities to explore careers, tour modern facilities, and discover the skills needed to thrive in today’s high-demand manufacturing workforce.
- Learn more here
Yamhill County Economic Development Newsletter
- Stay up to date on economic development resources in Yamhill County by signing up for the newsletter and reading archived ones here

Stay Connected with Launch Mid Valley!

Share resources, get insights, and engage in exciting opportunities all in our exclusive LinkedIn Group for the Launch Mid-Valley network! Be the first to know what’s happening and connect with like-minded innovators.

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We’re here to keep you connected to the latest workshops, meetups, and opportunities happening across the Mid-Valley, designed to support your innovative business and help you grow.

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