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What's Brewing: Local Entrepreneurship—Sept 30

September 30, 2025 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM (PDT)

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Did you know that Oregon ranks fourth among the best U.S. states for entrepreneurial success in 2025? That’s according to a Business News This Week study. It’s no wonder that Bend’s entrepreneurial spirit runs deep—but what truly fuels it? Join us for a lively evening exploring how bold ideas, local grit, and strategic investment are shaping the future of Bend’s business landscape.

We’ll hear from Jonathan Taylor with the Bend Urban Renewal Agency (BURA), which helps fund projects in designated investment areas to remove blight, improve property values, and attract private investment. He’ll share how the city is using tools like urban renewal to create the conditions for local entrepreneurship to thrive.

Plus, learn firsthand about the experiences and journeys of main street businesses like Cruizzy, Somewhere That’s Green, Collective Pallet, and Bleu Bite Catering—each rooted in the spirit of entrepreneurship, from neighborhood pop-ups to a catering company that began in a home kitchen.

SPEAKERS

John Kish—Somewhere That's Green            Gary North—Cruizzy

 

Cerstin Cheatham—Bleu Bite Catering       Sydney Forbes—Collective Pallet


Jonathan Taylor—City of Bend Urban Renewal Agency      Sara Odendahl—Work Collective

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As always, the first beer is on us and is included in the price of admission. 

We encourage you to purchase food from your choice of onsite vendors:

Deschutes Brewery Tasting Room
Food Truck Options: WillieBurger and Da Nang Vietnamese Eatery 

Space is limited, so register early! Exciting raffle prizes from our sponsors! 

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Networking at 5:00pm  |  Program starts at 5:30pm 
$30 Members, $45 Non-members,
$40 for Members at the door, $55 for Non-members at the door

Online registration closes at 12pm on September 30th.

You may cancel your ticket for a full refund up to 48 hours before the date and time of the event. Cancellations with less than 48 hours notice will not receive a refund. When you register for an event, you agree to these terms. A 3% processing fee will be charged on all credit card payments.

     






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Name: Colleen Prinster
Email: colleen@bendchamber.org
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