2025 AGENDA

Experience the thriving entrepreneurial community.

Bend Venture Conference (BVC) takes place in beautiful downtown Bend and creates a high level of entrepreneurial activity and energy. After more than two decades, BVC stands as a pillar of Central Oregon’s robust entrepreneurial culture that has transformed this small timber community into a mecca for startups. Throughout the conference, attendees hear company pitches, participate in multiple networking activities and listen to inspiring presenters from across the United States.

All events take place at the historic Tower Theatre in downtown Bend unless otherwise marked.

Bend Venture Conference (BVC) is one of the longest standing angel conferences in the Pacific Northwest.

Staff outside the Tower Theatre

1:00 PM
Pre-Conference Seminars

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
BVC Networking Reception at Broken Top Club

*more to come, keep checking back for updates as we finalize the 2025 agenda!

Thursday
October 16, 2025

Note: The agenda is still being finalized and times may be adjusted.

9:00 AM
Keynote Presentation

10:00 AM
Early Stage Competition

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Dine Around Lunch

1:00 PM
Growth Stage Competition

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Winner’s Ceremony

*more to come, keep checking back for updates as we finalize the 2025 agenda!

Friday
October 17, 2025

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