October PubTalk Coming Up
October 3, 2011 No Comments 
Growing Business :: Strengthening Communities
October 3, 2011
Angel Investor Featured as Keynote Speaker at October PubTalk®:
“Entrepreneurial Venture vs Lifestyle Start Ups –
What is the Difference & Which is Right for You?”
Tom Keffer, an experienced entrepreneur and angel investor, will give the keynote presentation at the October PubTalk® business networking events in La Grande and Joseph. Entrepreneurial ventures and lifestyle ventures have a lot in common, but there are differences, particularly in how and whether to seek outside money. Keffer will explore these differences, provide food for thought and answer your questions during his presentation. Keffer co-founded Rogue Wave Software Inc. and was selected as Oregon Technology Entrepreneur of the Year in 1997. He is a member of the Angel Oregon Fund and the Gorge Angel Investor Network.
Several local business owners will also “pitch” their businesses at PubTalk®. In Wallowa County, PubTalk® will take place Monday, October 17th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Mutiny Brewing in Joseph. Charles Perkinson Sr., CFO of Razor Inc., will talk about the growth of his company and their innovative lawn mower blades which are manufactured in Wallowa. Suzette Bonneau, owner of Goodwater Mosaics, will share information on her new tile business which produces functional and aesthetically pleasing mosaic items, including trays, birdbaths, down spout diverters, table tops and sinks.
In Union County, PubTalk® will be held Tuesday, October 18rd from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Mt. Emily Ale House in La Grande. Local business presenters include Rhondie Johansen and Sam Jacobsen. Johansen is the new owner of Perfect Parties Event Rental and Design LLC, and assists with weddings, reunions, birthdays, holiday and company events; providing tables, linens, and custom accessories. They are also the only business in the tri-county area renting bounce houses. Sam Jacobsen of JC Woodworks offers custom-built cabinets and furniture all made locally using high quality materials at their new shop and showroom in La Grande.
PubTalk® is a business networking event hosted by the Northeast Oregon Economic Development District [NEOEDD] and Community Bank. PubTalks are open to all business owners or those thinking of starting a business. Tickets are $5 and include light refreshments. The keynote presentation is co-sponsored by the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN). Contact NEOEDD with any questions: 541-426-3598 or jeffmoss@neoedd.org. Come eat, drink, and network!
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