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AI & Data Community: Startup Fundraising and VC Networking Event
About The Event
Raising capital is one of the biggest challenges for early-stage startups — and it is even more competitive for AI-focused startups. That’s why we’re bringing together the Pacific Northwest’s leading investors and ambitious founders for an afternoon of connection, insight, and opportunity—right in the heart of Portland Startup Week.
There’s a growing excitement around building high-growth, venture-ready startups in Portland, and this event is your chance to be part of that momentum. Whether you’re actively fundraising or just starting to explore capital strategies, you’ll gain direct access to the region’s most influential investors and practical tools to fuel your next stage of growth.
What to Expect
5 - 6pm | Panel Discussion + Q&A
Hear straight from the source. Our panel of investors and founders who have diverse points of view on investing in AI, will share:
Moderated by Kristy Edwards, Co-Founder & CEO of Key AI.
Meet our Panelists:
Geoff Harris, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Flying Fish Partners
Jon Maroney, General Partner, Oregon Venture Fund
Vivek Ladsariya, Managing Director at PSL Ventures
6 - 6:30pm | Networking Reception
Wrap up the evening with drinks, connections, and conversations that can spark your next big move.
Link coming soon....
Who should attend?
- Startup Founders looking for fundraising tips or active investment
- Early-stage teams preparing to pitch
- Investors seeking pipeline opportunities in the Pacific Northwest
- Ecosystem leaders working to support high-growth innovation in the Pacific Northwest
Why attend?
- Gain direct insight from top Pacific Northwest venture capitalists
- Network with Oregon and Seattle’s most influential funders
- Help build a thriving, well-funded Pacific Northwest startup ecosystem
Join our movement in the world of tech
Become a part of our mission to empower the tech community in Oregon and SW Washington.