Join us for our next Pitch Night
October 22, 2026
PRIZES
1st Prize - $2,500
2nd Prize - $1,000
3rd Prize - $500
Audience Favorite - $250 + Crowd Contributions
LOCATION
Backside Brewing Co.
1640 NE Odell Ave, Roseburg, OR 97470
Interested in pitching? This year, we're looking to support early stage, local small businesses (in business between 1 - 5 years) who are focused on growth and expansion.
Click below to learn more about eligibility and to submit an applications. Deadline to apply is September 10 to be considered.
Why We Do It
GrowthTalks is produced by Umpqua Economic Development Partnership. As a Douglas County economic development organization, part of what we focus on is workforce and entrepreneurial development. The ability of entrepreneurs to start new businesses and scale them is critical for future economic growth in our county. Pitch Night events allow us to grow our startup community and lead entrepreneurs down a pathway to success.
Thank you to our 2026 partners!
Production Partners
Grant Funder
Title Partner
Event Partners
Come to our next GrowthTalks event!
Hosted by Backside Brewing Co.
1640 NE Odell Ave Roseburg, Oregon 97470