Southern Oregon Innovation Hub

1 Million Cups - Every Wednesday 9:30-10:30am
2025-01-22 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-01-15 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-12-18 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-12-11 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-12-04 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-11-27 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-11-20 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-11-13 09:30 - 22:30 (America/Los_Angeles) and 5 more dates | Hivve, 164 SE G. Street, Grants Pass, Oregon, 97526, United States
1 Million Cups- Every Wednesday 1 Million Cups (1MC) provides a supportive, inclusive space for entrepreneurs and their communities to gather, connect, and work through business challenges to identify opportunities. 1MC invites all community members to be part of the conversation, and wants to support an economy that works for everyone. Open and free for everyone. Time: 9:30-10:30 every Wednesday.

OEN Webinar: How to protect your IP by avoiding common Trademark mistakes
2025-01-22 09:00 - 10:30 | Oregon
If you’re looking to safeguard your brand and avoid costly errors in the world of trademarks, this session is a must-attend. Our experienced speakers will guide you through the essential steps to protect your intellectual property, with practical tips on navigating common pitfalls and ensuring your trademark journey is smooth and successful.This is an online webinar organized by the Oregon Entrepreneurial Network. More info at: https://www.oen.org/community-events/

Young Professionals Network Monthly Lunch
2025-01-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Hivve, 164 SE G. Street, Grants Pass, Oregon, 97526, United States
Featuring Terry Hopkins, CEO of the Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce. Please register HERE.

Rogue Valley Food Solutions Summit
2025-01-17 09:00 - 17:00 | Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center, 569 Hanley Road, Central Point, Oregon, 97502
Whether you’re a farmer, food producer, policy maker, or simply passionate about local food, your participation will help us build a resilient and vibrant food system for the Rogue Valley. Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to be part of this transformative event. We look forward to seeing you there! For more details and to RSVP, stay tuned to our updates. Together, we can create lasting change. See you at the summit!

Rogue Valley Food Solutions Summit Tickets, Fri, Jan 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite

1 Million Cups -Every Wednesday 9:30-10:30am
2025-01-08 09:30 - 10:30 | Hivve, 164 SE G. Street, Grants Pass, Oregon, 97526, United States

Pitch-It! Start Up Night
2024-12-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Steam Distillery, 505 Southwest G St, Grants Pass, Oregon, 97526, United States
If you want to connect with the local entrepreneurial crowd, save the date for a night of fun networking at the Steam Distillery in Grants Pass. Entrepreneurs may also choose to give two-minute-long business idea/product pitches. Come prepared for sharing and for receiving helpful feedback.

Event is free of cost.

Student Maker Market
2024-12-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Talent Maker City, 109 Talent Ave, Talent, Oregon
You’ve heard of Christmas markets, but what about Maker Markets? Come visit Talent Maker City and check out the creativity of our local students!

Raider Demo Day
2024-12-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Oregon
Calling all local inventors! SOU/RCC students and teams from the November Design and Build Event are invited to pitch their inventions. Email palmere@sou.edu for more information. Location: Britt Hall 176

Intro to Entrepreneurship Zoom Meeting
2024-12-03 10:00 - 11:30 | RCC/SOU Higher Ed Building, 101 S Bartlett St, Medford, Oregon, 97501, United States
If you have been thinking about starting a business, you will want to attend the SBDC’s interactive Zoom class.

To register, please contact the SBDC: 541-552-8300 or sbdc@sou.edu

Southern Oregon Entrepreneurs Club
2024-12-02 16:00 - 18:00 | RCC/SOU Higher Ed Building, 101 S Bartlett St, Medford, Oregon, 97501, United States
Who are we? A club for business owners who seek interaction with other like-minded entrepreneurs. This cohort-structured group will allow you to develop meaningful peer relations, share resources and voice concerns or frustrations in a safe environment.

Tea & treats included!

We meet the 1st Monday of every month (unless the day falls on a Holiday) at 4pm at the RCC/SOU Higher Education Center in Medford, 101 S. Bartlett St., or club member’s place of business.

Meeting duration to be determined by the needs of the group.

Interested participants should be able to commit to attending meetings on a regular basis.

All participants must agree to the ground rules of the group, including a confidentiality agreement.

Additional book study optional.

Please RSVP if you plan on attending. Alternatively, contact us at holube@sou.edu or 541-552-8300 for more information.

Small business saturday
2024-11-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Oregon
Support Small Businesses by shopping local! Also, check out the Jackson County Library’s Downtown Quest, a fun game connecting you to local businesses. (No purchases required). If you would like to play, pick up your Downtown Quest game card at the library or any participating businesses. You can also find a card you can print out at home here: jcls.org/downtown-quest.

Then, look for flyers in the window at those businesses and go inside for a visit! Once participants have visited at least 5 participating downtown businesses and gotten their card marked 5 times, it will then be considered complete. No purchase is necessary. Return your card to the library for a cool Downtown Quest sticker! Many of the businesses will also be offering specials throughout the game. Good luck!

Score: Meet your Business Mentor
2024-11-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Oregon
SCORE business counselors are available once a month at the Medford Library, 205 S. Central for free and confidential one-on-one small business counseling. No appointment necessary. Spots are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Design & Build Innovation Jam- November 8th-9th!
2024-11-08 17:00 - 2024-11-09 13:00 | CraterWorks, 419 N Front St, Central Point, Oregon, United States
On Friday and Saturday, November 8-9, student innovators from community colleges and universities across Southern Oregon will come together at CraterWorks Makerspace in Central Point to tackle some of the region’s most pressing challenges. This collaborative event, an “Innovation Jam,” will engage students in forming teams, brainstorming, and designing creative solutions in a fast-paced, interactive environment. Guided by the principles of Design Thinking and supported by expert mentors including business leaders, innovators, and educators from across the state, participants will work through the process of prototyping their ideas. The event culminates in a public showcase of student pitches, starting around noon, where teams will present their innovative solutions. This is followed by a community networking session, offering attendees the chance to connect with peers and local professionals. Whether you’re a student from SOU, RCC, KCC, or UCC, you can compete in the Design Build. If you are an educator or a community member interested in innovation, you’re invited to join as an observer or co-creator of community during the open session beginning at noon. Be sure to RSVP to reserve your spot at this exciting event.

Location: CraterWorks Makerspace 419 N Front St, Central Point.

Times: November 8, 5pm-8pm. Students ONLY. Design Thinking Workshop/Build. November 9, 9am-11:45am. Students ONLY. Coffee/light pastries. Intro to Design Thinking. Conceptual design work/build. November 9, 12pm. Pitch Contest. OPEN to PUBLIC. For more information, contact Kim Freeze at soihsteward@soredi.orgRegistration: https://forms.gle/5dfiZ3HZyXbPLaaf8

Master Your Market: Build a Custom Lead Generation & Sales Plan with AI
2024-11-06 08:00 - 12:00 | BBSI Medford, 2045 Cardinal Avenue Suite 100, Medford, Oregon, 97504
In today’s fast-paced business environment, many companies struggle with reaching the right customers, generating quality leads, and converting those leads into loyal clients. Without a clear strategy, even the best businesses can find themselves spinning their wheels, wasting time and resources. This workshop, Master Your Market, is designed to address these challenges head-on, providing you with a custom-tailored lead generation and sales plan. You’ll walk away with a clear roadmap, actionable strategies, and the tools you need to drive growth and achieve lasting success.Register today – Click HERE. Space is limited to 24 participants.In this dynamic 4-hour session hosted by BBSI and Marketing Tsunami, you will:

Define your ideal customer with pinpoint accuracy.

Craft a personalized lead generation strategy that drives real results.

Build a powerful, custom sales funnel that converts leads into loyal customers.

Access an exclusive resource guide filled with tools to accelerate your success.

Hosted by BBSI, a leader in business support solutions, this workshop is designed to equip you with everything you need to take your business to the next level—all at no cost to you! Ronnie ‘Tsunami’ Gandiza founder of Marketing Tsunami and the AI Learning Institute, will be leading this unique workshop. He is a US Veteran (US Air Force) and has helped to develop and implement marketing solutions for companies such as Microsoft, Spectrum, and Blue Cross/Blue Shield.

Important:

1. Bring your laptop, as BBSI is providing internet access, a conference room and wall-to-wall whiteboards for brainstorming and planning.

2. We highly recommend purchasing a ChatGPT Plus account ($20/month), if you don’t already have one, to maximize the workshop and get as much done as possible. You can sign up for ChatGPT at https://chatgpt.com/ and upgrade to ChatGPT Plus.

Score: Meet Your busines Mentor
2024-10-15 05:00 - 19:00 | Oregon
