Event Description: 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 the 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.

NETWORKING | LOCAL IMPACT | FUNDING | PITCHING | IN-PERSON

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Bend Entrepreneurs, Local Support Organizations, Investors, Aspiring Entrepreneurs, Aspiring Investors, Angel Investors, Techpreneurs

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AGENDA:

Thursday, October 15, 2026

12:00 – 4:00 PM *
Keynote, Conference Seminars and Early Stage Competition

4:15 – 5:30 PM
Funder – Founder Reception at Broken Top Club (*invite only)

5:30 – 7:30 PM
BVC Networking Reception at Broken Top Club

*Preliminary 2026 schedule, subject to change, check back soon for updates

Friday, October 16, 2026

9:00 AM Keynote Presentation

10:00 AM Early Stage Competition

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Dine Around Lunch

1:00 PM Growth Stage Competition

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Winner’s Ceremony

LOCATION: Bend, Oregon