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Reflecting on International Women's Day and Celebrating the Women in our community

International Women’s Day serves as an annual reminder to celebrate the achievements of women and to advocate for gender equality worldwide. In the realm of venture capital (VC), this day holds particular significance as it highlights the contributions of women investors, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are reshaping the landscape of innovation and investment.

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Origin Story

In Oregon, we’re famous for shopping local and eating local. With the Oregon Venture Fund, we can now invest local. How did OVF start and how did the fund develop its unique structure and focus?

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The Funded – An Annual Gathering of VC-funded CEOs

Each year the Oregon Venture Fund invites venture-backed CEOs in our region – and their primary VC investors – to an afternoon of connecting, learning, and professional development. We call this event The Funded and it provides an inspiring venue for CEOs to develop their craft, connect, and learn from their peers. This September, we convened 35 CEOs from diverse industries, company stages, and backgrounds at the beautiful Stoller Family Vineyard in the Willamette Valley.

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