TIE OREGON FOSTERING ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Formed in 2007, TiE Oregon grows and
educates early-stage entrepreneurs and angel investors in Oregon. It is a local chapter of a global organization (TiE Global) with over 55 Chapters worldwide.
Oregon’s signature programs include the TiE Young Entrepreneurs (TYE), TiE U, TiE Women, the TiE XL
Entrepreneurs Boot Camp, and TiE Oregon Angels.
Through our programs and focused efforts, TiE Oregon aims to create a virtuous cycle of wealth creation and community giveback, ensuring that the entrepreneurial spirit not only thrives in Oregon but also contributes positively to the global TiE network.
10,000 STARTUPS
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80,000 ATTENDEES
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15,000 MEMBERS
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60 CHAPTERS
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10,000 STARTUPS - 80,000 ATTENDEES - 15,000 MEMBERS - 60 CHAPTERS -
DISCOVER OUR LOCAL PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES
Since inception, TiE Angels members have invested millions in dozens of Oregon companies. Part of TiE Oregon, TiE Angels bring together promising early-stage companies and exposes them to serial entrepreneurs, high tech executives, and other professional investors. Read more…
Learn about the different programs, courses, and support offered by TiE Oregon. Whether you’re starting at square one, your pitch has been perfected, or you’re ready to focus on capital, TiE has a program and resources for every stage of the startup lifecycle. TiE Oregon is here to empower you! Read more…
“TiE has played a very important role in my life, and I feel fortunate I now have a global network for support.”
DISCOVER OUR GLOBAL PROGRAMS
TiE Angels
TiE Global Angels Alliance provides entrepreneurs the opportunity to leverage a large funding base, from various TiE charter members and investors around the world. Startups can tap into the TiE Network as a strong investment group with a history of successful investments. Read more…
TiE Young Entrepreneurs
At TiE, we believe that our youth are talented, risk takers by nature and we’re here to empower them with the skills and tools to build a startup. Post the TYE Program, our high schoolers are self assured and confident in their abilities to create and innovate Read more…
TiE University
TiE U is a comprehensive ecosystem that nurtures start-ups run by college/ university students. It achieves this objective by creating events and engagements that bring together start-ups, TiE members, external mentors, coaches, and ecosystem partners. Read more…
TiE Women
TiE Global’s All India Road Show on Women’s Economic Empowerment through Entrepreneurship (AIRSWEEE), a joint initiative by TiE Global and the US Department of State, was launched in September 2016 with the goal of empowering women across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities in India. Read more…
OUR SPONSORS
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CENTRL OFFICE
We provide flexible, full-service office space for some of Portland's leading entrepreneurs, free agents, start ups, and work groups. Read more…
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ELEVATE CAPITAL
Elevate Capital is a privately owned venture capital firm based in Portland, Oregon, that focuses on early-stage investments in startup companies and particularly those companies led by women, minorities, and veterans. Read more…
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Hamed Mirzaei Foundation
The Hamed Mirzaei Foundation promotes the public understanding of science and appreciation for the art of science. The foundation launched in July 2014 with the support of a number of enthusiastic professionals eager to offer their expertise in promotion of community education. Read more…
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THE CITY OF HILLSBORO
The city of Hillsboro is supporting the startup business community through coaching, mentoring, and connections to people, programs, and capital to help fuel their success. Read more…
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THE LEMELSON FOUNDATION
The Lemelson Foundation believes impact inventors will solve our biggest challenges and improve lives in communities in the U.S. and around the world. Read more..
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PEOPLES FOUNDATION FOR BETTER OREGON
Working together with the community and key partners, PFFBO is creating opportunities for underprivileged people ascend towards their education success and economic security. Read more…
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PGE Foundation
The PGE Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Portland General Electric. Founded in 1997, the foundation was created through an endowment with the purpose of improving the quality of life for all Oregonians. Read more…
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PROSPER PORTLAND
The Inclusive Business Resource Network (IBRN) is a citywide program that brings multiple services for small business into a single network for entrepreneurs. Read more…
ADDITIONAL SPONSORS
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First Tech provides charitable grants focused on programmatic and capacity building support, as well as nonprofit sponsorships, to organizations within our Oregon, Washington and Northern California footprint. These grants and sponsorships support programs First Techfocused on education and fundamental needs. Learn more...
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The Jones and Roth specialized teams help businesses, nonprofits, and individuals achieve their financial goals. Offices located in Eugene, Bend, and Hillsboro, Oregon. Learn more...
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KBF acts as your trusted partner for Tax, Assurance, and Advisory Services, combining industry-leading expertise with customized service. Learn more...
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Moss Adams is a fully integrated professional services firm dedicated to assisting clients with growing, managing, and protecting prosperity. Learn more...
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Perkins Coie is a leading international law firm that is known for providing high-value, strategic solutions and extraordinary client service on matters vital to our clients’ success. With more than 1,200 lawyers in offices across the United States and Asia, we provide a full array of corporate, commercial litigation, intellectual property and regulatory legal advice to a broad range of clients, including many of the world’s most innovative companies and industry leaders as well as public and not-for-profit organizations. Learn more...
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Stoel Rives is a leading U.S. corporate and litigation law firm providing high quality services to sophisticated business clients at every stage of their evolution. With 350 attorneys in seven states and Washington, D.C., Stoel Rives is a nationally recognized leader in the energy and natural resources industries. Learn more...
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Tonkon Torp LLP is an American law firm based in Portland in the U.S. state of Oregon. Established in 1974, the limited liability partnership has 78 attorneys. As of 2010, it was the third largest law firm in Portland when it had 86 attorneys. Learn more...
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The City of Tigard’s Economic Development division creates and manages economic opportunities to help attract, encourage and expand commercial investments in Tigard. We help connect business owners to the resources they need to start and grow successful businesses in Tigard. Learn more...
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The Forest Grove Economic Development Partnership is available to assist with your business needs. From site searches, tax incentives, financing, regulatory assistance, market information, and workforce development. Learn more...
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Washington County's Economic Development Program partners with local business support organizations, cities, and economic development agencies to provide resources for economic opportunity. Learn more...
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Centrally located in the Portland Metropolitan Area, Beaverton is the sixth-largest city in Oregon, offering a balanced and thriving economy, a highly educated workforce, and a quality of life that is nothing short of enviable. Learn more...
PILLARS OF TIE
Since 1992. TiE has been supporting entrepreneurs by offering education, mentorship, networking and funding opportunities. The mission of TiE remains to foster entrepreneurship globally through funding, mentoring, networking and education.
CONTACT US
For more information on sponsorship, mentoring or philanthropy, please contact us.