Mid-Columbia Economic Development District
Jakob Lillvik
Venture Catalyst Project Manager

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Online via Zoom

Thursday
April 02, 2026
7:00am - 8:00am

Join us for Community Affairs this week as we welcome Jakob Lillvik, as he shares exciting updates on Gorge PitchFest.

Jakob will provide an overview of this year’s PitchFest, including key dates and how local entrepreneurs can get involved.
Applications opened March 17 and will remain open through April 17, offering a valuable opportunity for innovators and small businesses to take their ideas to the next level.

The main event will take place on May 28 at 5:30 PM at The Granada in The Dalles, where finalists will present their ideas and compete for funding to grow their ventures.

Community members are invited to learn more about the application process, sponsorship opportunities, and the impact PitchFest has on supporting local entrepreneurship. Join us for this informative session, ask questions, and be part of the conversation as we highlight opportunities to invest in and uplift our regional business community.

For past guests recordings click HERE