Struggling to choose between Pitch Latino Portland and What VCs Won’t Say…? Now you can do both

Anyone who has spent any time in our community has encountered the “too much good stuff” issue of having to decide among multiple events that often conflict. There are only so many days in the week, afterall. But, if you happen to be one of the folks who are trying to decide between attending Pitch Latino Portland and having Clarence Bethea tell you things VCs won’t say, get ready to be happy. You can do both.

That’s right. Clarence was kind enough to reschedule his event to eliminate the conflict. So now you get the opportunity to have your workshop and pitches too.

The Investor Ready Workshop hosted by Clarence now takes place Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 9:30AM – 2:30PM at Instrument.

Raising capital is about more than your deck or your traction. It’s about how you show up in the room.

​Join Clarence Bethea for a five-hour, hands-on workshop designed to help founders master the room, the pitch, and the psychology of fundraising.

​Clarence brings both sides of the table. His experience raising $30M+ as a founder and his perspective as an investor evaluating hundreds of startups.

While Pitch Latino Portland takes place from 5:30PM – 8:30PM on October 8, 2026, at the Newmark Theater.

Pitch Latino isn’t just a competition—it’s a platform. A space where founders connect with the people and resources they need to grow.

Pitch Latino is a signature entrepreneurial showcase and pitch competition produced by Latino Founders. It celebrates Latino entrepreneurship, innovation, and community impact by providing founders with visibility, mentorship, and access to networks and resources.

Pitch Latino is industry-agnostic and open to Latino entrepreneurs across sectors.

Why choose…? Grab tickets for both.