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Issue 758

Jul 27, 2024

Three of the biggest Q2 2024 PNW VC deals were Portland startups

I know I wrote about these funding rounds — Boulder Care, Hydrolix, and Reperio Health — when the news broke, but I thought this additional context might be interesting… Those three rounds were among the largest Pacific Northwest venture capital rounds for the second quarter of 2024… More

If you’re in the mood for some gently used technology think Free Geek

Free Geek is one of those well-loved Portland institutions — at least in the tech world. A nonprofit designed to sustainably reuse technology and enable digital access for those folks who might not have the wherewithal to get access to it otherwise… seriously, what’s not to like…? And now, they’re offering some of that affordable technology to you. Through the Free Geek Community Fair on Saturday, July 27, 2024… More

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Pitch Latino expands to Central Oregon with Bend event

Not so long ago, Pitch Latino was a single annual Portland event. Then they expanded to Seattle, Washington. And now, the expansion continues. Pitch Latino will be held in Bend, Oregon, on October 1, 2024. But before that happens, they need Latine-led companies to apply to take the stage… More

Struggling to get your first customers…? Time for Startup School

One of my favorite things about the startup community is founders who take the time to give back by sharing their insights and advice. Sometimes, that comes in the form of one-on-one mentorship. Other times, it’s even better to get two founders talking to one another to draw out the most valuable details. That’s why I’m psyched to see Startup School taking the latter tactic — exploring how to get your first customers… More