Central Oregon Innovation Hub

The Central Oregon Innovation Hub connects entrepreneurs across the region to the people, programs and resources that help them move forward. Led by Economic Development for Central Oregon, the Hub brings together a coordinated network of partners focused on supporting entrepreneurs from early ideas through growthand expansion. By aligning regional expertise and strengthening collaboration, the Hub makes it easier for founders to find the right support at the right time.

The Hub serves entrepreneurs across industries including technology, life sciences, outdoor and consumer products, climate innovation, and small businesses. The focus is simple; help Central Oregon entrepreneurs build companies and grow right here in the region.

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Hub Sponsored Partners

Bend Outdoor Worx (BOW)

Bend Outdoor Worx is a specialized accelerator program that provides strategic guidance, resources and networking opportunities to outdoor industry startups, fostering their growth and success.

Cultivate Bend

Community through Connection. Cultivating an ecosystem of collaboration and growth for the natural products Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) sector throughout Central Oregon.

EDCO

Founded in 1981, EDCO is a non-profit organization supported by private and public members and stakeholders. Its mission is to strengthen communities by creating opportunities that generate new revenue and family-wage jobs. Guided by its vision to be the catalyst for economic prosperity for all, EDCO works to recruit new employers to Central Oregon, support entrepreneurs in starting new, scalable businesses, and help existing companies grow and expand

Opportunity Knocks

Opportunity Knocks is a 501 (c)(6) private nonprofit organization that serves the Central Oregon business community. OK matches industry and community leaders to build facilitated synergistic teams. These teams collaborate and act as peer mentors ultimately becoming an informal board of advisers.

Oregon State University-Cascades

OSU-Cascades' academic programs reflect Central Oregon’s vibrant economy and abundant natural resources. Input from area businesses and industries has helped develop and enhance programs in computer science, energy systems engineering, hospitality management, outdoor products, and kinesiology.

Small Business Development Center

The Small Business Development Center delivers expert business advice and education to help existing and future business owners grow and succeed. SBDC's experienced team provides free guidance and advising in all aspects of funding and developing small business, plus the advisers and instructors offer practical courses and workshops to help business owners make smart business decisions and prosper.

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Resources

Bend Climate Collective

We are building a bold, local movement to make Central Oregon a hub for climate innovation and progress. Join the thinkers, doers, and dreamers shaping a thriving, resilient future, right here in Bend.

Business Oregon

Business Oregon administers more than 80 grant, loan, tax incentive, and other programs to further the development of businesses, communities, and economies in Oregon. For a full list of programs and resources available, visit the agency's website.

Deschutes Women in Business

We are a woman+ community dedicated to connecting and empowering local women to reach their full potential. We put the individual first, creating space for authenticity, inspiration, and real growth. Together, we’re building stronger leaders and a more connected Central Oregon.

Latino Founders

Latino Founders Empowering entrepreneurs to grow and succeed by providing them with resources, mentorship, business support and networking opportunities.

Oregon Entrepreneurs Network

OEN is a statewide entrepreneur support nonprofit in Oregon. We help companies start, get support, and scale.

Oregon Life Sciences

Oregon Life Sciences is the state's trade association and champion for the life sciences industry.

Oregon Outdoor Alliance (OOA)

The Oregon Outdoor Alliance, established in 2014 by experienced outdoor industry professionals in Bend, aims to connect and foster growth within Oregon's outdoor industry across the state.

Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE)

SCORE offers free business education and mentorship, connecting retired executives with business owners and founders, while providing access to valuable templates and tools through its national website.

What the Tech, Bend?

Strengthening Bend's innovation ecosystem by connecting the people and ideas that can shape its future as a true tech hub.