Westside Pitch Competition For Startup Businesses In Washington County

Press release from the Washington County Government:

January 3, 2022

Hillsboro, Oregon -- The Westside Pitch competition is coming to Washington County this Spring! Emerging entrepreneurs will have the chance to showcase their early-stage businesses and pitch their venture concept to a panel of local investors.

In preparation for the event, participating businesses will receive personalized coaching by Laura Kubisiak the Venture Catalyst for Washington County. Industry talent, networks, and resources converge here to make Washington County a great place to start and grow a business. This event will offer an excellent opportunity to increase the visibility of these business ventures to both investors and the general public.

What: Westside Pitch is a startup competition for Washington County entrepreneurs seeking to showcase their early-stage businesses.

The team is also seeking offerings of in-kind services provided by local businesses, such as accountants and attorneys.

Who: Early-stage business ventures that currently operate or plan to operate in Washington County, Oregon, as well as people living in Washington County, are eligible to compete. Selected businesses will have developed or be in the process of developing a unique, scalable product or service that solves a major industry problem. Apply here.

Where: Walters Cultural Arts Center - 527 E Main Street Hillsboro, Oregon

Key Dates: January 5, 2022 — Application process opens
February 4, 2022 — Application deadline by 5pm PT
February 21, 2022 — Finalist Announcement
March 10, 2022 — Westside Pitch Competition

Not ready to compete but wish to attend anyway and celebrate local entrepreneurs?

Please join us for appetizers & beverages and help us cheer these innovative ventures! To buy a ticket or for more details visit https://oregon.tie.org/westside-pitch-2022/.

Got questions? Contact Laura Kubisiak at Laura@VentureCatalyst.biz

Sponsors for the Westside Pitch Competition:

• Gold Sponsors: Washington County, City of Hillsboro, PGE
• Silver Sponsors: City of Tigard, City of Sherwood, City of Beaverton
• Supporting Sponsor: TiE Oregon

This press release was produced by the Washington County Government. The views expressed here are the author’s own.