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.
Thursday, October 17, 2024
10:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Pre-Conference Seminars at McMenamins Old St. Francis School
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM | Keynote Presentation by Julie Sandler, Co-Founder and General Partner at PSL Ventures and Managing Partner at Pioneer Square Labs
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Early Stage Competition
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | BVC Networking Reception- Broken Top Club
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