March 5, 2025 3:20 a.m.

The Umpqua Economic Development Partnership is holding its first Pitch Night event of 2025 on Thursday night at Backside Brewing on Northeast Odell Avenue in Roseburg.

Six contestants will take turns at the microphone to present their business or business idea to a panel of judges in front of a live audience. Judges will also have five minutes to ask questions of each entrepreneur before deciding the winners.

The top three presenters will share $2,000 in prize funds to help their business grow. The top two pitchers will advance to the Pitch Night Finals and a chance to compete for their share of $10,000 on October 23rd.

The event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tickets for Pitch Night are free and available by registering at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1118109237829?aff=oddtdtcreator