March 5, 2026 3:05 a.m.  

Umpqua Economic Development Partnership is bringing back the Umpqua Growth Talks Pitch Night events for 2026.

The Pitch Night program aims to provide financial and advisory support for emerging businesses in Douglas County, fostering their growth and encouraging success. Since its inception in 2019, Pitch Night events have generated nearly $100,000 for local entrepreneurs.

The first event of the year will be held on Thursday, April 30th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Backside Brewing on Northeast Odell Avenue in Roseburg.

To be eligible to participate, businesses must:

*Have already been in business for between one and three years

*Registered in Oregon and located in Douglas County

*Have a minimum of $1,000 in average annual revenue

*Cannot be currently up for sale

Applications are open until March 20th. For more information and to apply, go to: www.umpquagrowthtalks.com