Florence PubTalks: How Good Ideas Get Funded

Cascades West Innovation Hub presents Florence PubTalks: How Good Ideas Get Funded Thursday, June 11, 2026     |      4 PM – 6 PM  In Partnership with: City of Florence How Good Ideas Get Funded Join us in Florence for the very first PubTalk* hosted by Cascades West Innovation Hub, a free, beginner-friendly night that demystifies how innovation-based businesses get funded and supported. You will hear from a curated panel of experts and founders, then connect through structured networking designed to help you meet the people building and backing new ideas. If you are curious about investing close to home, supporting local entrepreneurship, or growing your own company, this is a special chance to be part of something new in our community * PubTalk is a registered trademarked program of the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) Moderated by: Cara Turano, OEN Executive Director Featured Panelists: Tracey Miller, Owner of Riptide Sports Jim Gochee, Angel Investor Date: Thursday, June 11 Time: 4 pm to 6 pm Location: Sandpines Golf Links (in the restaurant)