Bend Venture Conference (BVC) takes place in beautiful downtown Bend and creates a high level of entrepreneurial activity and energy. For over two decades, BVC has served as a pillar of Central Oregon’s robust entrepreneurial culture that has transformed this small timber community into a mecca for startups. Throughout the conference, attendees hear company pitches, participate in multiple networking activities and listen to inspiring presenters from across the United States.
All events are at the historic Tower Theatre in downtown Bend unless otherwise marked.
Friday, October 18, 2024
8:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Networking Breakfast at McMenamins Old St. Francis School
9:30 AM - 10:00AM | BVC Brief: Bobby Napiltonia, Founding Partner, The GTM Fund
10:00 AM – 11:30 PM | New Economy Track Competition
11:30 PM – 1:00 PM | Dine Around Lunch in Downtown Bend
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM | BVC Brief: Rebecca Robinson, Associate Vice President for Economic Development, Oregon State University
1:30 PM -4:00 PM | Growth Stage Competition
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM | BVC Brief: Corey Owens, CEO, Bonta Gelato
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Winner’s Ceremony at Bend Brewing Company
Landmark Partner
Spire Partner
Showcase Partners
Bravo Partners
Additional Partners
Additional Partners
In-kind Supporters
- Ablis CBD
- Abracadabra Printing
- Allied Partners
Legend Cider - Wall Street Storage
- XPress Printing
Marketing and Media Supporters
- The Source Weekly