Founders Live Portland is back in 2025!
Join us for an incredible evening…
Founders Live is an unforgettable happy-hour pitch competition sweeping the globe.
5 founders
99-second pitches
4 minutes of audience Q&A
YOUR VOTES decide the winner!
So bring your friends and coworkers, grab some food and drink, get to know your local entrepreneurs, and vote for what you think will be the next big thing… built in Oregon.
Starring
Nick Hughes as part of his 2025 Exploring Greatness US tour.
We are seeking a city leader! Apply here
Competing Founders and Startups
TBA
Interested in pitching at this or a future event? Apply here!
Agenda
6:00 pm - Networking and Happy Hour
7:00 pm - Opening Entertainment
7:30 pm - Announcements, Sponsors and Pitch Competition
8:30 pm - After-Party
Winners
The Founders Live winners package includes:
The Professional Boost membership with over $1,000,000 in cash savings on 100+ essential apps and services for startups
An appearance in the Founders Live Prime Time regional qualifiers with a chance to advance to our Prime Time global event in the fall
Our Partners
