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.

Founders in the Field Sip & Learn: Eugene

Wednesday, April 8 - 8:00am to 10:00am

67 Willamette St #102, Eugene

Join us for Sip and Learn, a space designed for real conversations, meaningful connections, and the honest side of building from scratch. ☕️ Where coffee meets the real stories behind entrepreneurship

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Join us for Sip and Learn, a space designed for real conversations, meaningful connections, and the honest side of building from scratch. ☕️

Where coffee meets the real stories behind entrepreneurship

Join us for Sip and Learn, a space designed for real conversations, meaningful connections, and the honest side of building something from scratch.

This isn’t your typical networking event. It’s part coffee break, part storytelling circle, and part growth session — where founders, creatives, and dreamers come together to share the ups, the downs, and everything in between.With no set agenda.

Whether you’re just starting out or deep in the hustle, bring your favorite mug, your story (or just your curiosity), and be part of a community that’s learning, evolving, and supporting each other—one sip at a time.

Location : Perugion Cafe

767 Willamette St #102, Eugene, OR 97401

Time: 8am-10am

Founders in the Field Eugene: Branding, Media & Storytelling

Wednesday, April 8 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm

In person (Springfield) or online

This workshop includes guided exercises, real-world examples, and actionable tools you can immediately apply to your business.

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This workshop includes guided exercises, real-world examples, and actionable tools you can immediately apply to your business.

Your brand is more than a logo — it’s the story people remember and the experience they connect with. In this interactive two-hour workshop, we’ll explore how to build a compelling brand identity, leverage media strategically, and tell stories that resonate with your audience.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creative, founder, or professional looking to strengthen your visibility, this session will guide you through the foundations of authentic branding and impactful storytelling across digital and traditional platforms.

You’ll learn how to clarify your message, align your visual and verbal identity, and use media channels intentionally to grow trust, credibility, and influence.

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