How To

Thinking about leaving your 9–5 to build your startup full-time? Oregon’s innovation ecosystem offers unique opportunities—and challenges. This guide walks you through the financial planning, business validation, and support systems you’ll need to confidently make the leap from employee to entrepreneur.

Struggling to create the perfect pitch deck? Discover expert tips and tools for Oregon founders in Washington, Clackamas, and Multnomah counties to attract funding, partners, and growth support.

This guide serves as a friendly and practical roadmap, specifically designed for early-stage founders in the Portland Metro region, aiming to simplify the journey from a nascent idea to a successful launch, all while prioritizing a sustainable and balanced approach.

But before you invest your savings and quit your day job, how do you know if your business concept will actually succeed in the marketplace?