I’m glad you asked. Otherwise, sharing this information that I have right in front of me would seem a little weird. But since you want to know. I’m happy to share who won the 2025 edition of TiE Oregon Columbia River Pitch, the competition among startups in Multnomah County, Oregon, and Clark County, Washington.
Best Overall & Audience Choice – YAK ($45,000 Investment, $2,500 Cash)
Founder: Shannon Smith
A modern audit and compliance platform designed to streamline and automate the audit process for firms and organizations, Yak focuses on making compliance for audits smarter, faster, and more efficient by reducing manual tasks and simplifying complex workflows.
First Runner-Up – Mickelberry Gardens ($15,000 Investment)
Founder: Madelyn Morris
Mickelberry Gardens crafts a range of herbal honey tonics, raw honey, beeswax-based skincare, oxymels, and bee pollen products, all made with whole food ingredients and a focus on self-care and holistic health.
Cyber Security Package – Skyfarer Academy
Founder: Nick Tsang
Skyfarer Academy is a modern aviation training platform that connects aspiring pilots with certified flight instructors (CFIs) and flight schools for both live online and in-person instruction.
For more information, visit TiE Oregon Columbia River Pitch.
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