Tag: OTBC

OTBC reveals Beaverton Startup Challenge 2021 companies

Rick Turoczy on December 7, 2020

For many startups, tracking down early stage funding and mentorship can be critical to their continued growth. So it’s always nice to see organizations like OTBC providing both funding and mentorship for a new crop of Beaverton startups.

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Startup accelerators are even more important than ever

Rick Turoczy on August 6, 2020

I’m hearing from a lot of founders that can’t make the commitment to be part of a startup accelerator program. Because it seems like another thing on their plate. Another stressor. Another obligation. And I get it. People are dealing with a lot right now. More than a lot. And this fall is only going to get messier. So why take the chance of applying for a startup accelerator?

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If you’ve been procrastinating, here are the local startup accelerator application deadlines you’re in danger of missing

Rick Turoczy on September 12, 2018

I get it. You’re busy. You’re building your company. And you meant to get those startup accelerator applications done last weekend. But time just got away from you. Well, you better carve out some time this weekend, or you’re going to miss out altogether.

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Eight steps to starting a company from OTBC

Rick Turoczy on June 19, 2018

Starting a company can be challenging. That’s why the folks at Beaverton’s OTBC have put together their guidance on how to do it, providing a quick primer to help founders focus on the most critical steps in starting a company.

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A new crop of Beaverton Startup Challenge winners

Rick Turoczy on December 7, 2016

While the early stage activity around the Portland area isn’t as high-pitched as it has been in past years, there are still a number of founders pursuing compelling concepts. And the OTBC and Beaverton are at the ready to help them. They just announced the latest cohort of the Beaverton Startup Challenge. Read More

Time to accelerate that accelerator application: Beaverton Startup Challenge applications due Friday

Rick Turoczy on September 28, 2016

Sure, sure. You’ve been busy. Don’t worry. I get it. But I thought it would be wise to give you a heads up that there’s a looming opportunity for you and your startup. Mentorship, services, and a little capital could be one simple application away. Thanks to the Beaverton Startup Challenge. Read More

REMINDER: Portland Lunch 2.0 travels out to Beaverton to meet OTBC

Rick Turoczy on January 20, 2015

It’s a new year and there’s no better way to kick it off than with a free lunch. And thanks to our friends out at OTBC in Beaverton, that’s exactly what’s happening, as they host the first Portland Lunch 2.0 of the year—and continue to solidify their position as the premier Beaverton Lunch 2.0 host. Read More

New digs for OTBC means better access for startups

Rick Turoczy on October 1, 2014

One of the most well established coworking and mentoring programs in the Portland area has some shiny new office space. OTBC has moved nearby where they used to exist a few years back. The move increases their accessibility by putting them close to the MAX tracks. Read More

Going back to the roots of the Silicon Forest: Hardware renaissance sparks electronic systems pitch competition

Rick Turoczy on August 27, 2013

While there are any number of amazing things happening in the Portland startup scene with Web and mobile, the glimmers of a hardware renaissance are upon us. And that harkens back to the days that when the Silicon Forest garnered its moniker. Read More

Portland Lunch 2.0 Beaverton edition: A reminder that OTBC hosts on May 29

Rick Turoczy on May 28, 2013

Every once in a while, it’s nice to take Portland Lunch 2.0 outside of Portland, so that folks who don’t work in the city get a chance to participate as well. This Wednesday is one such jaunt as our friends at OTBC will be hosting Lunch 2.0 in Beaverton. Read More

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