ACADEMIC RESOURCES
University of Oregon (UO) Resources
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Industry, Innovation, and Translation (IIT) Team: Provides startup curricula,
investor connections, and commercialization support.
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Launch Oregon: Partners with IIT to connect innovators with investors, advisors,
and resources, turning research into commercial ventures. Offers board formation,
leadership hiring, and investor outreach.
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Steve Blank Startup Tools: Free online course and materials on building startups,
including Udacity’s How to Build a Startup.
- UO Libraries: Access to databases for market and industry research.
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Provost’s Mentoring Initiative & NSF I-Corps Method: Free online training in
customer discovery and commercialization, with potential for $50,000 grants.
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Onward Women’s Network: Leadership and entrepreneurship program for
women entrepreneurs.
Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) – Portland Metro
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Over 60 organizations, including accelerators, incubators, co-working spaces,
and university programs:
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Impact Entrepreneurs (PSU) – curriculum integrating social,
environmental and ethical issues.
- Lean Portland – Lean concepts workshops and networking.
- Mercatus – Directory and storytelling for entrepreneurs of color.
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Metro Region Innovation Hub – Coordinates regional innovation
services for Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington counties.
Statewide & Regional Networks
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Business Oregon: Administers programs like the Oregon SBDC Network
(20 regional centers with business plan, financial, and marketing advice),
Small Business Development Centers, and State Small Business Credit
Initiative technical assistance.
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Innovate Collaborate Oregon (ICOregon): Statewide network of Oregon
Universities offering a searchable technology portal, funding opportunities,
and networking for entrepreneurs.
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