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SUMMARY:Chamber Workshop: Cyber Security - Mistakes are Human
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Workshop: Cyber Security – Mistakes are Human\n5/20/2020 – 5/20/2020\n5:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nJoin us for a workshop! \nCyber Security Workshop: Mistakes are Human\nWe’ve all heard the phrase “to err is human\,” but we don’t really take that into account when it comes to cybersecurity. We buy the best antivirus and monitoring systems available\, and yet we don’t train our staff on how and why we use them. The acronym for this common error in the tech world is EBKAC (Error Between Keyboard And Chair) Human error is the leading cause of data breaches; come to the workshop and learn how to train your staff and reduce that human error. Learn to be a Human Firewall. \nWednesday\, May 20th @ 5:30pm \nDavid Hodgert is the VP of Sales & Marketing and a partner at 10D Tech. 10D Tech manages and supports IT infrastructure\, including wired and wireless networks\, workstations\, cloud services\, and phone systems. We bring expertise to clients in many areas\, including cybersecurity\, cloud solutions\, systems management and industry best practices. A well designed and secure business network helps our clients stay competitive and increase overall staff efficiency.\nIn 1999\, Dave & family moved to Corvallis to help the founders of ProAxis Internet Service build a Telephone service (CLEC) company. Before the move\, Dave had built several companies in Bend\, OR. – Framing Contractor\, General Contractor & Developer\, Cigars & Humidor Manufacturer\, Gin Distiller and a retail cigar shop. At 10D Tech\, Dave is able to use all of his acquired problem-solving and people skills to connect clients with solutions that will improve their business on a daily basis. Dave has been married to Lori for over 30 years. They have 3 children and expecting their first grandchild in June 2020. In his spare time\, you can find Dave on a mountain\, at a Beaver athletic event or on a project around the homestead. \nLocation: Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd ST\, corvallis\, OR 97330 \nThere are currently 20 spots remaining out of 20 \nAssistance… \nIf you have any questions or difficulties registering for this event please contact the Corvallis Chamber at 541-757-1505 or email at info@corvallischamber.com.
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/chamber-workshop-cyber-security-mistakes-are-human/
LOCATION:Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd St.\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97330
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SUMMARY:Hackathon 5 OSU
DESCRIPTION:Hackathon 5 is here!  \nJoin us on Friday\, May 8\, 2020\, from 8:30 am to 5 pm in the Memorial Union Horizon Room for the fifth annual Hackathon! \nThe OSU Hackathon is a day-long event hosted by University Information and Technology\, where team members work together to solve a problem or build something new. (For more about what a Hackathon actually is\, see: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hackathon). \nAll OSU employees are invited to participate. The registration deadline is 5 pm\, Wednesday\, April 22\, so form a team and do it soon — registration is first-come\, first-served and limited to 12-ishteams. \nWe’re trying something new this year to help you with sharing your ideas and/or finding a team: We are hosting a Hackathon Mixer event on April 8! Join us at McMenamin’s on Monroe at 4:30pm to chat with fellow Hackathoners and brainstorm ideas over snacks and beverages. Please RSVP (https://oregonstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bpUfdkqeNItUgwl) by Wednesday\, April 1. \nReady to get hacking? Learn more and register your team at beav.es/hack. \nAll the best\, \nHackathon Planning Team | hackathon@oregonstate.edu  \nUniversity Information & Technology | Oregon State University
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/hackathon-5-osu/
LOCATION:OSU Memorial Union\, 2501 SW Jefferson Way\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97331
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SUMMARY:PREMIER GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP CONFERENCE
DESCRIPTION:Converge. Create. Elevate.\nWith a global presence in 61 countries and over 10\,000+ members\, TiE is dedicated to the mission of fostering entrepreneurship. TiE’s Silicon Valley Chapter’s annual conference\, TiEcon\, is the largest global conference dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship\, attracting over 4\,500 attendees from 22+ countries. \nTiEcon 2020 will focus on the hottest areas of innovation including AI/machine learning\, security\, blockchain\, digital health and many more in addition to hosting its flagship tracks on “Entrepreneurship How-to’s”\, mentoring\, youth and women. \nThe Entrepreneurship journey begins when individuals from diverse technology and geographies CONVERGE around an idea; it becomes a reality when they CREATE a product\, solution or service and subsequently ELEVATE it to its fullest potential to deliver economic outcomes. \n\n\n\n[4500+] Attendees\n\n\n\n[220+] Speakers\n\n\n\n[14] Tracks\n\n\n\n[1300+] Industry Leaders\n\n\n\n[22] Countries
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/premier-global-entrepreneurship-conference/
LOCATION:Santa Clara Convention Center\, Santa Clara\, California
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200506T130000
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SUMMARY:Manage Conflict & Build Better Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Workshop: Manage Conflict & Build Better Relationships\n5/6/2020 – 5/6/2020\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nBring you own lunch and join us for a workshop! \nManage Conflict & Build Better Relationships\nMay 6th from noon to 1 pm at the Corvallis Chamber office\n \nOur emotions can help us or hobble us in communicating with others. Emotional Intelligence skills teach us how to increase our self-awareness so we can calmly choose our responses\, and improve our social awareness to help us influence the response of others. You will learn the basics of EQ plus\, how to recognize when your emotions are “running hot” and how to “cool them down” before responding.\n \nBIO\nJalene helps teams and individuals accomplish what matters most\, by supporting them as a coach and consultant. She brings 35 years of business experience and a passion for the topics! She holds a Masters in Education with a focus in organizational learning and has earned certifications in professional coaching and various assessment tools in order to offer clients a unique support strategy for reaching their goals. She is naturally willing to go all-in to encourage people to reach higher and take action. In 2015\, she went on the trip of a lifetime\, traveling with her husband from Oregon to the southern tip of South America on motorcycles for 2 years and 42\,000 miles. Learn more about Jalene and her purposeful work at JaleneCase.com\n \n Location: Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd ST\, corvallis\, OR 97330 \nThere are currently 20 spots remaining out of 20 \n\n\n\n\nAssistance… \n\nIf you have any questions or difficulties registering for this event please contact the Corvallis Chamber at 541-757-1505 or email at info@corvallischamber.com.
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/manage-conflict-build-better-relationships/
LOCATION:Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd St.\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97330
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SUMMARY:Root Cause Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Overview:\nTwo key goals of a quality management system are to find the root causes of actual and/or potential problems in order to develop and implement permanent solutions that are accepted\, efficient\, and effective. This 1-day workshop will show how to use root cause analysis tools and methods to find the underlying causes of problems that impact an organizations operations and profitability. You will also learn the methodology to address corrective actions. This workshop is perfect for the novice or for those desiring an invigorating refresher. \nOn completion of this training course you should be able to: \n\nPrioritize root cause analysis and corrective actions based on risk\nIdentify and prioritize problems and create meaningful problem statements\nDifferentiate between remedial actions and root cause analysis\nSelect and use tools to investigate true root causes of problems and to evaluate and prioritize solutions\nUnderstand the components of a good corrective action\nWrite clear\, complete\, and effective corrective action requests\nDevelop successful implementation plans\nEvaluate effectiveness\, suitability and adaptability of implemented solutions/corrective actions\n\nWho Should Attend:\nThis course is for people tasked with maintaining and improving ISO 9001/AS9100/TS 16949/ISO 13485 Quality Management Systems and for making general improvements in their organizations performance. \nPrerequisites:\nNo prerequisites. \nCost: 1-day class \nLocation: Location and driving directions will be emailed separately upon registration. \n\n+ GOOGLE CALENDAR+ ICAL EXPORT\n\nTickets\n\nRoot Cause Analysis – Member\nEmployees of Oregon Bioscience Association member companies receive discounts on BioPro classes. Visit the Membership Directory for a list of current member companies.\n\n$ 375.00\n19 available\n\n\nDecrease ticket quantity for Root Cause Analysis – Member– \n\nIncrease ticket quantity for Root Cause Analysis – Member+ \n\n\n\nRoot Cause Analysis – Non Member\n\n$ 475.00\n19 available\n\n\nDecrease ticket quantity for Root Cause Analysis – Non Member– \n\nIncrease ticket quantity for Root Cause Analysis – Non Member+ \n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\nDate:\nMay 4\nTime:\n\n8:30 am – 5:00 pm\n\nCost:\n$375 – $475\nEvent Categories:\nBioPro\, Quality Assurance
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/root-cause-analysis/
LOCATION:Oregon Bioscience Incubator\, 4640 SW Macadam Ave Suite 270\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97239
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SUMMARY:OHSU Invent-a-thon
DESCRIPTION:Want to make healthcare better? \nOregon Bioscience Association is joining forces with Oregon Health and Science University and MIT Hacking Medicine to bring you the inaugural OHSU Invent-a-thon\, May 1 – 3\, 2020. \n\n\nWant to make healthcare better?\n\n\n\n\n\nOHSU is joining forces with MIT Hacking Medicine and academic and industry partners from across the region to bring you the inaugural OHSU Invent-a-thon\, May 1-3\, 2020.   \nJoin fellow creative problem solvers and thought leaders as we work to build innovative medtech and digital health/health IT solutions to pressing challenges in 1) surgical care\, 2) early disease diagnosis\, 3) rural and low resource setting healthcare\, and 4) management of chronic conditions.  \nIf you are healthcare professional\, engineer\, maker\, researcher\, entrepreneur\, business expert\, designer\, developer\, student\, or patient who is interested in advancing healthcare then this is the weekend for you.  \nYou will have a chance to hear from inspiring keynotes\, join an interdisciplinary team of fellow innovation enthusiasts\, brainstorm and build a prototype\, receive coaching from mentors\, and pitch a solution to investor judges to compete for up to $40\,000 in team prizes. \nTwitter Hastag: #OHSUInventathon  \nContact us at inventathon@ohsu.edu with questions.
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/ohsu-invent-a-thon-2/
LOCATION:OHSU Collaborative Life Sciences Building\, 2730 SW Moody Ave\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97201
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SUMMARY:OHSU  Invent-a-thon PDX
DESCRIPTION:Want to make healthcare better? \nOregon Bioscience Association is joining forces with Oregon Health and Science University and MIT Hacking Medicine to bring you the inaugural OHSU Invent-a-thon\, May 1 – 3\, 2020. \n\n\nWant to make healthcare better?\n\n\n\n\n\nOHSU is joining forces with MIT Hacking Medicine and academic and industry partners from across the region to bring you the inaugural OHSU Invent-a-thon\, May 1-3\, 2020.   \nJoin fellow creative problem solvers and thought leaders as we work to build innovative medtech and digital health/health IT solutions to pressing challenges in 1) surgical care\, 2) early disease diagnosis\, 3) rural and low resource setting healthcare\, and 4) management of chronic conditions.  \nIf you are healthcare professional\, engineer\, maker\, researcher\, entrepreneur\, business expert\, designer\, developer\, student\, or patient who is interested in advancing healthcare then this is the weekend for you.  \nYou will have a chance to hear from inspiring keynotes\, join an interdisciplinary team of fellow innovation enthusiasts\, brainstorm and build a prototype\, receive coaching from mentors\, and pitch a solution to investor judges to compete for up to $40\,000 in team prizes. \nTwitter Hastag: #OHSUInventathon  \nContact us at inventathon@ohsu.edu with questions.
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/ohsu-invent-a-thon-pdx/
LOCATION:OHSU Collaborative Life Sciences Building\, 2730 SW Moody Ave\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97201
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200501T170000
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SUMMARY:OHSU invent-a-thon
DESCRIPTION:Want to make healthcare better? \nOregon Bioscience Association is joining forces with Oregon Health and Science University and MIT Hacking Medicine to bring you the inaugural OHSU Invent-a-thon\, May 1 – 3\, 2020. \n\n\nWant to make healthcare better?\n\n\n\n\n\nOHSU is joining forces with MIT Hacking Medicine and academic and industry partners from across the region to bring you the inaugural OHSU Invent-a-thon\, May 1-3\, 2020.   \nJoin fellow creative problem solvers and thought leaders as we work to build innovative medtech and digital health/health IT solutions to pressing challenges in 1) surgical care\, 2) early disease diagnosis\, 3) rural and low resource setting healthcare\, and 4) management of chronic conditions.  \nIf you are healthcare professional\, engineer\, maker\, researcher\, entrepreneur\, business expert\, designer\, developer\, student\, or patient who is interested in advancing healthcare then this is the weekend for you.  \nYou will have a chance to hear from inspiring keynotes\, join an interdisciplinary team of fellow innovation enthusiasts\, brainstorm and build a prototype\, receive coaching from mentors\, and pitch a solution to investor judges to compete for up to $40\,000 in team prizes. \nTwitter Hastag: #OHSUInventathon  \nContact us at inventathon@ohsu.edu with questions. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/ohsu-invent-a-thon/
LOCATION:OHSU Collaborative Life Sciences Building\, 2730 SW Moody Ave\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97201
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SUMMARY:Pitchfest 2020 Lebanon
DESCRIPTION:Watch local entrepreneurs pitch their startups to a panel of Oregon’s top investors! \n\n\nCelebrate with 19 startups graduating from our Scale Your Startup pre-accelerator series. \n\n\nMingle with investors from around the State of Oregon. \n\n\nOver $6\,000 in cash and in-kind services given away! \n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/pitchfest-2020-lebanon/
LOCATION:Oregon
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SUMMARY:2020 Oregon technology Awards
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Oregon Technology Awards celebrates excellence and achievement in the region’s technology industry and honors outstanding individuals with prestigious Lifetime Achievement\, Sam Blackman\, and Tech Champion awards and eight companies are recognized for their accomplishments\, leadership\, and commitment to the industry and community. \n5 pm – Welcome Reception\n6:30 pm – Dinner and Awards Ceremony\n8:30 pm – After Party \nCelebrating 36 years the 2020 Oregon Technology Awards will draw more than 700 attendees including entrepreneurs and tech professionals from across the region and around the globe. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTAO Member Individual\nBefore January 31st: $150\nBefore March 20th: $175\nAfter March 20th: $200 \nTAO Member Table of 8\nBefore January 31st: $1\,200\nBefore March 20th: $1\,400\nAfter March 20th: $1\,600 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\nAlready Registered?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNon-Member Individual\nBefore January 31st: $250\nBefore March 20th: $275\nAfter March 20th: $300 \nNon-Member Table of 8\nBefore January 31st: $2\,000\nBefore March 20th: $2\,200\nAfter March 20th: $2\,400 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2020 SAM BLACKMAN AWARD \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSAM BLACKMAN AWARD\nNOMINATION APPLICATION \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAPPLICATION DEADLINE\nFriday\, January 17th \nWINNER ANNOUNCED\nWednesday\, February 19th \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Sam Blackman Award\, named for AWS Elemental Founder & CEO and 2015 Technology Executive of the Year Sam Blackman\, recognizes executives of Oregon and SW Washington based technology companies for excellence in industry leadership as well as an individual’s positive impact in the greater community.
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/2020-oregon-technology-awards-2/
LOCATION:Oregon Convention Center\, OR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200429T083000
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SUMMARY:Design of Experiments
DESCRIPTION:Overview:\nToday’s highly competitive environment leaves no time for trial and error.  Design of Experiments (DOE): Introduction provides a structured method for determining the relationship between factors affecting a process and the output of that process. With this information\, you can quickly develop the optimum balance between factors leading to dramatic improvements in quality\, cost\, and productivity. Participants in this 16-hour course will gain a firm understanding of the statistical concepts and basic principles underlying Design of Experiments. \nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain the need for experimental design.\nExplain the terminology and principles of experimental design.\nGive examples of continuous and categorical factors.\nGive examples of interactive effects.\nCreate design matrices for full factorial experiments.\nAnalyze data from full factorial experiments and apply the results.\n\nWho Should Attend:\nEngineers\, scientists\, continuous improvement specialists\, quality assurance personnel\, or other technical professionals who are responsible for product\, process\, or test development\, improvement\, or control activities. \nPrerequisites:\nParticipants should bring a laptop computer to this training class.  No pre-requisites are necessary for this course\, although previous exposure to basic statistical methods is helpful. \nCost: 2-day class \nLocation: Location and driving directions will be emailed separately upon registration. \n\n+ GOOGLE CALENDAR+ ICAL EXPORT\n\nTickets\n\nDesign of Experiments – Member\nEmployees of Oregon Bioscience Association member companies receive discounts on BioPro classes. Visit the Membership Directory for a list of current member companies.\n\n$ 625.00\n20 available\n\n\nDecrease ticket quantity for Design of Experiments – Member– \n\nIncrease ticket quantity for Design of Experiments – Member+ \n\n\n\nDesign of Experiments – Non Member\n\n$ 775.00\n20 available\n\n\nDecrease ticket quantity for Design of Experiments – Non Member– \n\nIncrease ticket quantity for Design of Experiments – Non Member+
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/design-of-experiments/
LOCATION:Oregon Bioscience Incubator\, 4640 SW Macadam Ave Suite 270\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97239
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200407T180000
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SUMMARY:Shark Tank WIN
DESCRIPTION:A brilliant idea doesn’t guarantee a successful invention. Real magic comes from a brilliant idea combined with willpower\, tenacity\, and a willingness to make mistakes.”\nLori Greiner (NBC’s Shark Tank)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn 2019\, over 100 people attended and watched as La Familia Hard Cider from Salem won the Shark Tank competition. It wasn’t easy\, as there were six great startups and the judges – all seasoned entrepreneurs and investors – asked the competitors tough questions. \nThis is your opportunity to network with investors\, business owners\, economic development officers\, the OSU Advantage Accelerator team\, entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and more while you watch some of the hottest local companies tell you about their startup efforts. \nShark Tank is also an excellent opportunity for anyone with a startup idea\, or one in the early stages of development\, to network and connect with local resources. If you’re a startup hoping to pitch at this event\, be sure to apply below. \nThere will be great food and your first drink is free.\n\n \nShark Tank is held at the historic Majestic Theater in Downtown Corvallis. Be sure to save the date and get your tickets today! April 7 | 6 – 8:30 PM.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuy Your Shark Tank Tickets Here >>
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/shark-tank-win/
LOCATION:Majestic Theater\, 2nd Street\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97331
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200404T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200404T190000
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SUMMARY:Oregon Science Startup Forum OHSU
DESCRIPTION:Hear the startup experiences of science entrepreneurs from around Oregon \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn from investors\, intellectual property lawyers and experts in turning science into businesses \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEquip yourself with specific steps to start a successful science business \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister NOW – prices go up March 7!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOregon Science Startup Forum Registration\n\n– Hear the startup experiences of science entrepreneurs from around Oregon\n– Learn from professors\, investors and intellectual property lawyers\n– Equip yourself to take specific steps to start a successful science business \nEarly Bird rates: Student/postdoc/unemployed registration: $35 \nEarly Bird rates: General registration: $55 \nPRICES GO UP MARCH 7 \nApril 4\, 2020\, 8 AM to 7 PM\, Knight Cancer Research Building\, Portland\, OR \nQuestions? E-mail Jim Tung at jimtung@gmail.com \nWebsite: oregonsciencestartupforum.org \nEvent organized by the Portland Section of the American Chemical Society \nHosted by the Portland Section of the American Chemical Society
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/oregon-science-startup-forum-ohsu/
LOCATION:OHSU Knight Center Research Building\, 2720 SW Moody Avenue\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97201
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200402T173000
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SUMMARY:Chamber Workshop: Cyber Security - Easy Password Management
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Workshop: Cyber Security – Easy Password Management\n4/2/2020 – 4/2/2020\n5:30 PM – 6:30 PM \nJoin us for a workshop! \nComplicated passwords can be daunting or irritating to manage\, especially if you have one for each of your accounts. It’s a lot easier to use just one or two–it’s also a lot more dangerous. We will discuss the importance of using strong passwords\, and help you set up a password manager on your laptop. This is a workshop and at the end of the hour\, you will have an easy solution to managing all your passwords. Bring your laptop\, smartphone\, and/or tablet–we will walk you through the rest.\n \n \nDavid Hodgert is the VP of Sales & Marketing and a partner at 10D Tech. 10D Tech manages and supports IT infrastructure\, including wired and wireless networks\, workstations\, cloud services\, and phone systems. We bring expertise to clients in many areas\, including cybersecurity\, cloud solutions\, systems management and industry best practices. A well designed and secure business network helps our clients stay competitive and increase overall staff efficiency.\nIn 1999\, Dave & family moved to Corvallis to help the founders of ProAxis Internet Service build a Telephone service (CLEC) company.  Before the move\, Dave had built several companies in Bend\, OR. – Framing Contractor\, General Contractor & Developer\, Cigars & Humidor Manufacturer\, Gin Distiller and a retail cigar shop. At 10D Tech\, Dave is able to use all of his acquired problem-solving and people skills to connect clients with solutions that will improve their business on a daily basis. Dave has been married to Lori for over 30 years. They have 3 children and expecting their first grandchild in June 2020.  In his spare time\, you can find Dave on a mountain\, at a Beaver athletic event or on a project around the homestead.\n \n \nLocation: Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd ST\, corvallis\, OR 97330 \nThere are currently 20 spots remaining out of 20 \n\nAssistance…\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or difficulties registering for this event please contact the Corvallis Chamber at 541-757-1505 or email at info@corvallischamber.com.
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/chamber-workshop-cyber-security-easy-password-management/
LOCATION:Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd St.\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97330
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200401T130000
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SUMMARY:Chamber Workshop: Building Your System for Goal Achievement
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Workshop: Building Your System for Goal Achievement\n4/1/2020 – 4/1/2020\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nBring you own lunch and join us for a workshop! \nBuilding Your System for Goal Achievement\nApril 1st from noon to 1 pm at the Corvallis Chamber office\n \nSetting goals is a cinch. Achieving goals is demanding. It takes designing (and redesigning as needed!) a process that works best for you in progressing from writing the goal to celebrating its successful completion. You will learn a framework to use in creating a goal system that works for you.\n \nBIO\nJalene helps teams and individuals accomplish what matters most\, by supporting them as a coach and consultant. She brings 35 years of business experience and a passion for the topics! She holds a Masters in Education with a focus in organizational learning and has earned certifications in professional coaching and various assessment tools in order to offer clients a unique support strategy for reaching their goals. She is naturally willing to go all-in to encourage people to reach higher and take action. In 2015\, she went on the trip of a lifetime\, traveling with her husband from Oregon to the southern tip of South America on motorcycles for 2 years and 42\,000 miles. Learn more about Jalene and her purposeful work at JaleneCase.com \nLocation: Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd ST\, corvallis\, OR 97330 \nThere are currently 20 spots remaining out of 20 \n\n\n\n\nAssistance… \n\nIf you have any questions or difficulties registering for this event please contact the Corvallis Chamber at 541-757-1505 or email at info@corvallischamber.com.
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/chamber-workshop-building-your-system-for-goal-achievement/
LOCATION:Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd St.\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97330
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200331T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200331T170000
DTSTAMP:20261018T142403
CREATED:20200331T151424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T151424Z
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SUMMARY:Trends Lectures (online)
DESCRIPTION:How do you know when an idea is worth $2B?\nIt’s part science\, part art.  \nBut if you want our advice\, listen to somebody who’s already had a $2B idea.  \nThat person is Gagan Biyani\, the Co-Founder of Udemy — one of the largest online course marketplaces valued north of $2B.  \nThis Thursday he’ll be presenting how he identifies and evaluates business ideas and opportunities using real-world examples from Gagan’s impressive resume — companies like Udemy\, Sprig\, and Lyft to name a few.  \nThis live lecture will be available to all Trends members. You can sign up to reserve your spot here.  \nThe details:  \nWhat: Trends Lecture: Ideating 101\, Lessons from the Trenches\nWho: Gagan Biyani\, Co-Founder of Udemy\nWhen: Thursday 4/2 @ 12pm PT / 3pm ET\nWhere: Virtual!\n\n\nReserve your spot! →
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/trends-lectures-online/
LOCATION:Oregon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200330T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200330T180000
DTSTAMP:20261018T142403
CREATED:20200227T185955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200227T185955Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual SOCAP 365 PNW Highlighting innovative finance and social enterprise to drive impact locally and globally.
DESCRIPTION:This Pacific Northwest gathering brings together the regional community of impact investors\, social entrepreneurs\, conscious corporations\, philanthropists\, government agencies\, and innovators. VertueLab’s David Kenney will be part of a panel called\, “Catalytic Capital to Spark Climate Solutions\,” where he will speak about the power of catalytic capital and impact investing. Register here. Seattle\, WA \n\n\nSOCAP 365 is a year-round\, multi-site event series that brings people together at the intersection of money and meaning. Since launching at SOCAP15\, the SOCAP 365 event series has hosted 30+ events across the country. This year we decided to host two larger style convenings for a full day on each of the coasts. One in the Pacific Northwest in Seattle\, WA and one on the East Coast in Baltimore\, MD. \nSOCAP 365 brings together diverse thought leadership panels\, “big tent” networking events\, and a local access point to the global SOCAP community of impact investors\, social entrepreneurs\, conscious corporations\, philanthropists\, government agencies\, and innovators in every sector. Through the help of place-based partners\, fellow ecosystem builders\, and aligned networks across the U.S.\, we are committed to accelerating the market growth at the intersection of money and meaning. \nWhether you’re a long-time SOCAP attendee or relatively new and curious about the field\, SOCAP 365 event series is a chance to plug-in locally with like-minded peers committed to accelerating the flow of capital toward global good. \nFor more information about how to bring SOCAP 365 to a city near you\, please contact cari@socialcapitalmarkets.net \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan’t make it to a local event? Check out our podcast: Money + Meaning.
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/3rd-annual-socap-365-pnw-highlighting-innovative-finance-and-social-enterprise-to-drive-impact-locally-and-globally/
LOCATION:Seattle Impact Hall\, 220 2nd Avenue S\, Seattle\, Washington\, 98104
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200327T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200327T130000
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SUMMARY:Chamber Workshop: Why branding matters to your business
DESCRIPTION:  \nChamber Workshop: Why branding matters to your business\n3/27/2020 – 3/27/2020\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nBring you own lunch and join us for a workshop! \nMarketing your business without a defined\, consistent brand often results in your message to being heard. In this workshop\, learn why branding is important for your business and how to define the elements for your brand. We will introduce market research that includes the psychology of color\, choice of font\, and why branding is important to building your audience.\n \nAllison Lamplugh is founder and creative director of Lamplight Creatives\, a full-service creative agency in Corvallis. Allison’s professional past includes the roles of Manager of Marketing and Business Development Strategy at Linn-Benton Community College\, district manager of six retail stores in California’s Bay Area\, and co-founder of an independent magazine in Los Angeles. \n \n \nLocation: Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd ST\, corvallis\, OR 97330 \nThere are currently 14 spots remaining out of 20 \n\n\n\n\nAssistance… \n\nIf you have any questions or difficulties registering for this event please contact the Corvallis Chamber at 541-757-1505 or email at info@corvallischamber.com.
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/chamber-workshop-why-branding-matters-to-your-business/
LOCATION:Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd St.\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97330
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200326T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T142403
CREATED:20200308T210922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200308T210922Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Workshop: Employer-sponsored Retirement
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Workshop: Employer-sponsored Retirement\n3/26/2020 – 3/26/2020\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nBring you own lunch and join us for a workshop! \nEmployer-sponsored Retirement\nOregon has passed legislation that mandates all business owners (even sole-proprietors) must either have their own plan in place or sign up for the new state-sponsored plan.  We’ll discuss how to help you decide what kind of plan best fits your business and a cursory overview to help you decide if setting up your own plan is your preferred path.  It can be a nice benefit for your employees and can be personalized to match up with your current budget. \n \nBio\nJim Kuhlman is a 17yr State Farm agent/business owner in Corvallis (was voted 2016 “business person of the year” at Celebrate Corvallis).  He is a registered rep (holds series 6\, 63\, & 65 securities licenses) and as a fellow business owner he helps other business owners “manage the risks of everyday life\, recover from the unexpected\, and realize your dreams”.  Million Dollar Round Table achiever (Industry recognition for the top 1% of financial service professionals in the world).\n \nLocation: Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd ST\, corvallis\, OR 97330 \nThere are currently 19 spots remaining out of 20 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAssistance… \n\nIf you have any questions or difficulties registering for this event please contact the Corvallis Chamber at 541-757-1505 or email at info@corvallischamber.com.
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/chamber-workshop-employer-sponsored-retirement/
LOCATION:Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd St.\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97330
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200325T200000
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CREATED:20200304T002207Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Corvallis Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Startup Corvallis has been organizing and supporting informal get-togethers that include coffee\, happy hour\, and other casual learning and networking events\, since 2015. \nWe’re working to build a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in the Corvallis area (Portland to Eugene) from the bottom up through great networking events that are free-form by nature. Innovators should be highly motivated to network\, talk about their ideas and needs\, and have a roll-up the sleeves\, jump in and help attitude. \nOur group is now well over 470+ strong and growing monthly. The members skill sets include a wide range from the food industry to widgets\, from apps to the nitty gritty of SEO/SEM and a host of other talents. \nNeed help\, want to contribute your expertise\, find some more business opportunities or just makes some new friends and have a great time ? \nAn updated Resource Guide is available that should get you both the connections for funding and entrepreneurial happenings\, from Portland to Eugene\, just ask. \nAlso\, don’t forget the calendar (https://startupcorvallis.com/events/)which is updated regularly……want to know what’s happening … this is the place to check regularly. \nGood coffee/wine/beer\, support\, and networking to get you into high gear…. Join us on two Wednesdays of the month. With joint meetings with other groups\, periodically. \nhttps://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/9/b/f/600_476174783.jpeg \nAt the Marriott Lounge 1st floor….. and yes we are easy to find near the First and Washington corner facing del Alma’s restaurant…
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/startup-corvallis-meetup-23/
LOCATION:Marriott Hotel\, 1st Street\, Corvallis\, OR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200323T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200323T170000
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SUMMARY:Chamber Workshop: Business Insurance 101
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Workshop: Business Insurance 101\n3/23/2020 – 3/23/2020\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nBring you own lunch and join us for a workshop! \nBusiness Insurance 101\nAn overview of the business insurance concerns for the small business owner.  “Running a small business has us constantly weeding thru those things that are the most urgent and sometimes leaving things that are important but not urgent to be overlooked.  One of those is areas is your insurance needs/options and reviewing those needs as your business changes over time.  We’ll consider the various risks that insurance can address for the small business owner.  It will either give you peace of mind… or it will help create a list of items to check into.  \n \nBio\nJim Kuhlman is a 17yr State Farm agent/business owner in Corvallis (was voted 2016 “business person of the year” at Celebrate Corvallis).  He is a registered rep (holds series 6\, 63\, & 65 securities licenses) and as a fellow business owner he helps other business owners “manage the risks of everyday life\, recover from the unexpected\, and realize your dreams”.  Million Dollar Round Table achiever (Industry recognition for the top 1% of financial service professionals in the world).\n \n \nLocation: Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd ST\, corvallis\, OR 97330 \nThere are currently 19 spots remaining out of 20 \n\n\n\n\n\nAssistance… \n\nIf you have any questions or difficulties registering for this event please contact the Corvallis Chamber at 541-757-1505 or email at info@corvallischamber.com.
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/chamber-workshop-business-insurance-101/
LOCATION:Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd St.\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97330
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200320T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200320T140000
DTSTAMP:20261018T142403
CREATED:20200308T210728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200308T210728Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Workshop: Creating beautiful graphics for your business
DESCRIPTION:  \nChamber Workshop: Creating beautiful graphics for your business\n3/20/2020 – 3/20/2020\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nBring your own lunch and join us for a workshop! \nLearn to create beautiful graphics for your business. Join us for this overview of Canva\, a free graphic design software designed for non-graphic designers. No experience in design is necessary to use it\, basic knowledge of using computers is recommended. This workshop is designed to empower entrepreneurs to create their own customized graphics for use on their social media\, website\, signage\, and beyond.\n \nAllison Lamplugh is founder and creative director of Lamplight Creatives\, a full-service creative agency in Corvallis. Allison’s professional past includes the roles of Manager of Marketing and Business Development Strategy at Linn-Benton Community College\, district manager of six retail stores in California’s Bay Area\, and co-founder of an independent magazine in Los Angeles. \n \nLocation: Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd ST\, corvallis\, OR 97330 \nThere are currently 10 spots remaining out of 20
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/chamber-workshop-creating-beautiful-graphics-for-your-business/
LOCATION:Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd St.\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97330
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200319T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200319T200000
DTSTAMP:20261018T142403
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SUMMARY:Business Foundations I Mercy Corps PDX
DESCRIPTION:Is Business Ownership for You?\n \n\nBusiness Foundations 1 takes you along the small business journey from idea to owner. You will discover what it takes to start your operation and explore the potential of your idea. \nStarting a business can be a great way to bring in extra cash or to make a living doing something you enjoy. Mercy Corps Northwest makes it easier to learn the basics of starting and operating a small  business through our business foundations I class. \nThe six-session series provides discussion\, tools and guidance on the following topics: \n\nWeek 1 – Introduction to Business: Learn about the different business structures\, how to register your business\, how to create an elevator speech for your business\, and how to track your spending.\nWeek 2 – Start – Up Cost and Credit :  Develop your Unique Value Proposition\, determine the start up cost for your business\, and learn about credit.\nWeek 3 – Overhead Cost and Focus Groups: Define what a focus group is\, complete an overhead cost sheet for your business\, and conduct a competition analysis.\nWeek 4 – Market Analysis: Understanding market research\, your target market & competition\, pricing strategy & free market research tools\nWeek 5 – Marketing  and Product Pricing: Continue to understand market research\, your target market & competition\, and pricing strategy. In this class you will begin incorporating aspects of the business plan to put into practice.\nWeek 6 – Profit & Loss and Developing a Business Plan: Learn how to develop and business plan and discuss the importance of the Profit & Loss Statement.\n\nBy the end of week 6 all students should have a better understanding of: \n\nHow to decide if a business idea will work\nHow to get the word out and attract customers\nFiguring out how much money you’ll need to start it\, and to keep it going from one month to the next\nThe steps for registering your business with the state\nLearning how you can best use your valuable time and resources\nTell a clear and compelling story when people ask\, “What do you do?”\n\nWho is this for?\nBusiness Foundations I is for people with limited time and money\, and great ideas. No prior business experience or education is necessary\, and the class is designed to help you determine if you’re ready to start a business. \n\nDetails\nTimes: The course consists of six three-hour sessions. Class is held on Thursdays from 5:00pm-8:00pm on the following dates. \n\nMarch 19\nMarch 26\nApril 2\nApril 9\nApril 16\nApril 23\n\n*Scholarship Option 1 – Income Based: Partial scholarships are available from Mercy Corps Northwest to low-income individuals with proper documentation. Applications must be received one week before the start of class to be considered. Link to Online Application. \n*Scholarship Option 2 – Designated for People of Color: In partnership with the City of Portland \, we are thrilled to be able to offer people of color scholarships to any  training activity. Eligible clients need to have a home or business address within the city of Portland. Our goal is to make business education accessible to everyone in our community. Link to Online Application. \nPLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR A TRAINING ACTIVITY IF YOU PLAN ON APPLYING FOR A SCHOLARSHIP – wait until your scholarship application has been approved or denied and then proceed with registration. You will be contacted via phone or email by Mercy Corps Northwest  after we receive your application. Questions? Email training.mcnw@mercycorps.org \nREFUND POLICY: Refunds are available up to one week prior to the start of the class. If you are unable to continue attending class we do our best to accommodate your situation. Registration is not complete without payment. \n\nWhat can you expect?\nPeople who have taken Business Foundations discover that it’s a fun\, easy way to learn about business ownership and a great way to find support right here in our entrepreneurial community. Here’s what other aspiring entrepreneurs had to say after completing the class: \n“Hearing others and sharing helped give me the confidence I needed to move forward” \n“I really liked having a plan–having the combination of the course book\, homework\, and class was perfect–it made an overwhelming prospect much more manageable. I was able to mull things over and be prepared for class—which always address questions that came up for me–even if I wasn’t the one asking. The whole format and instruction was incredibly valuable” \n“This class was so supportive and empowering!”
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/business-foundations-i-mercy-corps-pdx/
LOCATION:Mercy Corps NW\, 43 SW Naito Parkway\, Portland\, Oregon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200319T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200319T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200308T210609Z
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SUMMARY:Chamber Workshop: Health Care & Business
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Workshop: Health Care & Business\n3/19/2020 – 3/19/2020\n2:30 PM – 3:30 PM \nJoin us for a workshop! \nAlthough we have excellent facilities and care providers in our community\, the health care system they are part of poses serious problems for Business. The system is unnecessarily complex and confusing.  It has a 30% administrative overhead\, rendering health care insurance undesirable or unaffordable for half of all employers and for one third of all Americans.\nThe business community of Corvallis is invited to meetings for discussions of how entrepreneurism\, business\, and our community are strengthened by a universal health care system and how we can better afford such a system instead of ever-rising and unpredictable premiums\, deductibles\, copays and surprise bills.  \nBIO:\nAdam Gaffney\, M.D\, an intensive care physician and pulmonologist at Harvard Medical School. He will be speaking at the COMP-West Medical School in Lebanon earlier in the day.\n \nWHEN:\nMarch 19th 2:30 – 3:30pm\n \n 
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/chamber-workshop-health-care-business/
LOCATION:Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd St.\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97330
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200319T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200319T170000
DTSTAMP:20261018T142403
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SUMMARY:PIE DemoDay 2020 (update this will be online only)
DESCRIPTION:Description\n\n\n\nWe’re hard at work prepping a couple of new batches of startups — through both PIE and PIE Shop — who are eager to tell their stories. So we want to make sure that you’re there to hear those stories. \nWe will be holding the next PIE Demo Day on Thursday\, March 19\, 2020. And we’ll be hosting it at our biggest venue yet\, Revolution Hall in southeast Portland. As always\, we’ll be livestreaming the event so folks around the world can take part. \nSo if you’re interested in attending\, please RSVP at your earliest convenience. \nNOTE: If you require daycare in order to attend the event\, please feel free to reach out to rick@piepdx.com to make arrangements. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/pie-demo-day-2020-tickets-90171576613
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/pie-demoday-2020/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200318T130000
DTSTAMP:20261018T142403
CREATED:20200308T210335Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Secutity: Easy Pasword Management  Corvallis Chamber
DESCRIPTION:Chamber Workshop: Cyber Security – Easy Password Management\n3/18/2020 – 3/18/2020\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \nBring you own lunch and join us for a workshop! \nComplicated passwords can be daunting or irritating to manage\, especially if you have one for each of your accounts. It’s a lot easier to use just one or two–it’s also a lot more dangerous. We will discuss the importance of using strong passwords\, and help you set up a password manager on your laptop. This is a workshop and at the end of the hour\, you will have an easy solution to managing all your passwords. Bring your laptop\, smartphone\, and/or tablet–we will walk you through the rest.  \n \nWednesday\, March 18 @ 12pm\n \nDavid Hodgert is the VP of Sales & Marketing and a partner at 10D Tech. 10D Tech manages and supports IT infrastructure\, including wired and wireless networks\, workstations\, cloud services\, and phone systems. We bring expertise to clients in many areas\, including cybersecurity\, cloud solutions\, systems management and industry best practices. A well designed and secure business network helps our clients stay competitive and increase overall staff efficiency.\nIn 1999\, Dave & family moved to Corvallis to help the founders of ProAxis Internet Service build a Telephone service (CLEC) company.  Before the move\, Dave had built several companies in Bend\, OR. – Framing Contractor\, General Contractor & Developer\, Cigars & Humidor Manufacturer\, Gin Distiller and a retail cigar shop. At 10D Tech\, Dave is able to use all of his acquired problem-solving and people skills to connect clients with solutions that will improve their business on a daily basis. Dave has been married to Lori for over 30 years. They have 3 children and expecting their first grandchild in June 2020.  In his spare time\, you can find Dave on a mountain\, at a Beaver athletic event or on a project around the homestead.\n \n \nLocation: Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd ST\, corvallis\, OR 97330
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/cyber-secutity-easy-pasword-management-corvallis-chamber/
LOCATION:Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd St.\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97330
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200314T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200314T163000
DTSTAMP:20261018T142403
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SUMMARY:Hispanicpros' 4th Annual LatinX Tech Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Hispanicpros’ 4th Annual LatinX Tech Fest at Puppet!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAbout the LatinX Technology Fest: \nThe annual LatinX Tech Fest provides a platform for Technology companies and government agencies to engage with LatinX professionals with STEAM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art\, and Math) backgrounds as well as students interested in STEAM careers. This initiative is in its fourth installment of several to address the low representation of diverse professionals working in the Technology Industry. At this event professionals\, college students\, and high school students can engage with companies looking for diverse talent and experienced professionals working in the industry. Companies can collect resumes during the Career Fair and engage with potential recruits. \nAttendees are highly encouraged to bring their resumes with cover letters and connect with companies seeking talent. Seasoned professionals will have the opportunity to meet with hiring companies\, while students hear from a professional panel regarding current trends in the market. Technology startups founded by diverse entrepreneurs will also have the opportunity to pitch their idea or business. Make sure to register and take advantage of this great opportunity to network and connect with others in the STEAM industries and companies looking for diverse talent. Sitting is limited! \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/hispanicpros-4th-annual-latinx-tech-fest/
LOCATION:Puppet\, 308 SW 2nd Ave. Fifth Floor\, Portland\, Oregon\, 97204
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200313T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200313T130000
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SUMMARY:Marketing your Business in 2020 Corvallis Chamber
DESCRIPTION:Bring you own lunch and join us for a workshop! \nLearn to create a better digital presence in 2020. This workshop will provide an overview of why social media matters and why your website matters to gain digital traction. Topics include current top social media sites and who is using them\, as well as current and expected marketing trends. Insights learned will help you make better decisions about where to put your digital marketing efforts this year. \nAllison Lamplugh is founder and creative director of Lamplight Creatives\, a full-service creative agency in Corvallis. Allison’s professional past includes the roles of Manager of Marketing and Business Development Strategy at Linn-Benton Community College\, district manager of six retail stores in California’s Bay Area\, and co-founder of an independent magazine in Los Angeles. \nLocation: Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd ST\, corvallis\, OR 97330 \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/marketing-your-business-in-2020-corvallis-chamber/
LOCATION:Corvallis Chamber of Commerce\, 420 NW 2nd St.\, Corvallis\, Oregon\, 97330
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SUMMARY:Find Your Next Funded Tech Startup (Bend)
DESCRIPTION:Come find your next funded tech startup!\nOregon’s research universities receive over $1 BILLION of research and development dollars EACH YEAR. And Oregon is home to one of the most innovative cities in America with the highest amount of PhDs per capita – Corvallis. Combined\, this is a recipe for curating innovative\, commercial technologies. But researchers and business development folks need a way to meet for these innovations to really get traction it deserves in the commercial market. \nAt Find Your Next Funded Tech Startup in Bend on March 12\, you will: \n\nGet introduced to innovative technology commercialization opportunities and researcher teams out of Oregon State University (OSU) that are aching to be joined by forward-thinking C-suite talent. Tech opportunities include biotech\, agtech\, materials\, UAVs\, and more.\nCapture a glimpse into the stories of a few of Bend’s own technology entrepreneurs and find out how their companies are growing.\nHear stories and meet the members of successful funded teams consisting of marketable technology\, OSU researchers\, and experienced business professionals.\nLearn about specific federal and state resources\, including funding for building capacity and sources for development capital to bring these technologies to market.\nEnjoy appetizers and drinks as you explore the opportunities with entrepreneurs\, researchers\, innovation ecosystem leaders\, and C-suite professionals!\n\nWe will be joined by a power set of panelists: \n\nRita Hansen\, OnBoard Dynamics | Mobile\, affordable natural gas compression systems for fleets\nAdam Carrol\, Amplion | Biomedical intelligence platform that leverages machine learning\nCarly Kiselycznyk\, Brainchild | A smart pacifier that can help detect hearing loss in infants\nAmanda Krantz\, BendTech | Coworking for freelancers\, remote workers\, and tech entrepreneurs + other funding resources\nLeon Wolf\, VertueLab | Cleantech startup support\, funding\, and assistance to win non-dilutive SBIR/STTR federal grants\nKatie Pettinger\, Gadusol Laboratories + OSU Advantage Accelerator | Producing the natural\, safe\, and effective sunscreen compound gadusol using synthetic biology\nKarl Mundoff\, OSU Advantage Accelerator | Executive Director for Innovation and Entrepreneurship\, Oregon State University\n\nSome of the featured OSU Technology Partnership opportunities you will learn more about: \n\nRogue Approach \, Chris Hagen\, Ph.D.\, OSU Cascades // Tyler Hudson\, M.S. | Specializing in small (1-3 kW)\, hybrid electric powertrains for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. The powertrain is well-suited for VTOL platforms in the 55lb class (Group 2)\, is designed to be plug-and-play\, and to increase flight times by up to 2 hours.\nNexTC\, Cory Perkins\, Ph.D. // Jenn Amador\, Ph.D | nexTC provides high-performance\, low-cost insulator and conductive oxide coatings to manufacturers in energy conversion\, energy efficiency\, and electronics markets. The coatings allow customers to dramatically reduce manufacturing costs\, grow markets\, and introduce new products.\nThe Blueberry Tree Company\, Wei Yang\, Ph.D. // Sarah Doane | The Blueberry Tree company is creating a new blueberry tree plant that grows in a variety of soil conditions\, need less water compared to bushes\, and can help growers eliminate blueberry waste when it comes time to harvest berries.\nSpine by Design\, Morgan Giers\, Ph.D. // Charla Triplett\, M.S. | Spine by Design is developing a predictive analytical tool to help determine which back surgery patients are more likely to need repeat surgery.\nOSU Cascades\, Dr. Bahman Abbasi | Multi-million dollar DOE grants to siphon gray water from the residue of fracking and how to create a solar-powered way to turn seawater into drinking water.\n… Check back for more!\n\n\n\nAgenda: \n2:00 | Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Funding Office Hours \n4:00 | Networking and Food and Beverages  \n5:00 | Main Event \n\n5:00 Partnership & Funding Success Stories : Onboard Dynamics\, Gadusol Laboratories\, Brainchild\, and Amplion\n5:35 Leveraging Federal & State Funding to Grow\n5:45 Oregon State University Technology Pitches\n\n6:30 | Networking\, Appetizers\, and Drinks \n7:30 | Wrap-up \n$10 Pre-Registration\, $15 the day of the event. \nIf you have questions about the event or need special accommodations\, please contact tricia.clemans@vertuelab.org \n 
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/find-your-next-funded-tech-startup-bend/
LOCATION:Thump Coffee\, 1001 Southwest Emkay Drive ##110\, Bend\, OR\, 97702
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200311T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200311T193000
DTSTAMP:20261018T142403
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SUMMARY:Startup Corvallis Meetup
DESCRIPTION:  \nStartup Corvallis has been organizing and supporting informal get-togethers that include coffee\, happy hour\, and other casual learning and networking events\, since 2015. \nWe’re working to build a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in the Corvallis area (Portland to Eugene) from the bottom up through great networking events that are free-form by nature. Innovators should be highly motivated to network\, talk about their ideas and needs\, and have a roll-up the sleeves\, jump in and help attitude. \nOur group is now well over 470+ strong and growing monthly. The members skill sets include a wide range from the food industry to widgets\, from apps to the nitty gritty of SEO/SEM and a host of other talents. \nNeed help\, want to contribute your expertise\, find some more business opportunities or just makes some new friends and have a great time ? \nAn updated Resource Guide is available that should get you both the connections for funding and entrepreneurial happenings\, from Portland to Eugene\, just ask. \nAlso\, don’t forget the calendar (https://startupcorvallis.com/events/)which is updated regularly……want to know what’s happening … this is the place to check regularly. \nGood coffee/wine/beer\, support\, and networking to get you into high gear…. Join us on two Wednesdays of the month. With joint meetings with other groups\, periodically. \nhttps://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/9/b/f/600_476174783.jpeg \nAt the Marriott Lounge 1st floor….. and yes we are easy to find near the First and Washington corner facing del Alma’s restaurant…
URL:https://www.startupcorvallis.com/event/startup-corvallis-meetup-22/
LOCATION:Marriott Hotel\, 1st Street\, Corvallis\, OR
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