October PubTalk: Founder Horror Stories

Startup life comes with its fair share of thrills, but not always the kind you want.

This October, forget haunted houses, dive into the darker side of building a business.  Where entrepreneurs face real-life frights like vanishing investors, co-founders who go silent, critical hires walking out the door, legal nightmares, and the constant threat of unexpected setbacks.

Oregon Entrepreneur Network and Portland Seed Fund's on Wednesday, October 8th at Miller Nash where local founders will recount the most unnerving moments of their entrepreneurial journeys.

These stories aren’t just entertaining (and a little scary) - they’re packed with insights to help you avoid similar traps. Whether you're launching your first venture or scaling your next big idea, come learn how to navigate uncertainty, bounce back from the unexpected, and keep moving forward when things get spooky.

Details

Location: Miller Nash, 1140 SW Washington Street, Ste 700, Portland, Oregon 97205

Time: 5:00 – 7:30pm

Hashtag: #OENPubTalk

Cost: $15 for OEN members; $25 for non-members. *Sorry, no refunds.* 

Not yet an OEN member? Join today, and you can get a free pass to a PubTalk!
 

Panelists

Jennifer Ferguson
Founder & CEO
Handful

Jack Phan
Founder
EvolveIQ.ai

October 5-Minute Pitch

At each PubTalk two companies are invited to wow the crowd with a five minute pitch. OEN is delighted to welcome these companies for our October PubTalk.

If you are interested in having your company pitch at a future PubTalk please click here to email Rylee O’Brien, Engagement Specialist.

Thank You Sponsors

Disclaimer

Please be aware that OEN will take photographs and videos in public areas of the event. We may use such media in marketing materials, educational products, and publications. Your image and the sound of your voice may be recorded. That information may be included in our materials if you are identified during the recording or by name. Recordings may be edited, copied, exhibited, published, or distributed. By registering for and attending the event, you agree and consent to our use of your image or recording as described in this paragraph.