If you happen to around Bend next weekend (I don’t know. Maybe you live there or something.), Bend Startup Central is putting me in the hot seat for a fireside chat and a panel on the past and future of Oregon startups. I’d love to have you swing by and share your views. Or ask your questions. Or even just sit quietly and wonder what exactly you’ve actually gotten yourself into and where the nearest exit is.
Rick will be joined by some of the core names in startups here in Central Oregon for a night of panel discussions and Q&A around supporting founders, building a startup ecosystem, the evolution and future of the innovation economy, and some targeted thoughts on where we go from here and how we get there.
This event is for anyone who is interested in technology, the startup ecosystem, and how to push Bend and Oregon overall forward with innovation, this is a great opportunity to meet the people driving this innovation, and rub shoulders with the community and founders making this future a reality.
The event takes place Friday, May 29, 2026 — you know, in a week — 5–7pm at the Broken Top Club. $15 at the door. Drink token and light appetizers included.
For more information or to register, visit Bend Startup Central. Or if you know someone in Central Oregon who should be in the room, send them this. Especially if you don’t like them.
