Welcome to the Cascades West Innovation Hub

We are an initiative led by the Regional Accelerator & Innovation Network (RAIN) and funded by Business Oregon. The Hub connects entrepreneurs, universities, investors, service providers, and community partners to grow innovation-driven businesses in Oregon’s Benton, Lane, Lincoln and Linn Counties.  We provide support, resources, and navigation for innovators and innovation-based traded-sector businesses. Our mission is to strengthen the innovation ecosystem, expand access to resources, and foster inclusive economic opportunity across the region. Contact innovation@raincatalysts.org to learn more.

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Upcoming Events

Lane SBDC | Startup Coffee Meetups

Thursday, September 10th | 9:00-10:00am
Lane SBDC on the Downtown LCC Campus
101 W 10th Ave Ste. 133, Eugene, OR 97401


☕ Startup Coffee Meetups are back, and we’re brewing up something new!

After a summer break, our monthly gathering for founders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and startup-curious community members returns on Thursday, September 10, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

And we have a new home: Lane Small Business Development Center at the Lane Community College/SBDC Downtown Campus!

Join us for fresh coffee, fresh connections, and the kind of conversations that can spark your next big idea. No pitches, no pressure, and no need to have everything figured out. Just bring your questions, your curiosity, and your entrepreneurial energy.

📅 Second Thursday of every month, beginning September 10

⏰ 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

📍101 W 10th Avenue, Suite 133, Eugene, OR 97401

Your coffee routine just got a serious upgrade. Save the date and help us spread the word! ☕🚀

Lane Small Business Development Center

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CEDO: Veneta PubTalk

Wednesday, September 29th | 4:00 pm - 6:00pm
24993 West Broadway, Veneta, OR 97487

PubTalk coming up in Veneta at the brand new venue, Smitty’s, on Wednesday, September 29th, from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. The theme is Business Formation. The event will feature a few pitches and a panel facilitated by Peter Thorson from Palo Alto Software. The panel will also include attorney Ben Kearney, CPA Nate West from Jones & Roth, and a Veneta business founder. This event will be free for anyone to attend; food and beverages are available for purchase!

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