CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - La Grande - Session 3 Spring 2025
2025-03-17 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cook Memorial Library, 2006 4th Street, La Grande, Oregon, 97850, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we’ll focus on a different topic. This week we’ll focus on Business solutions & starting small
Test your solution by starting small and making adjustments as needed.

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - Enterprise - Session 3 Spring 2025
2025-03-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Building Healthy Families, 207 East Park Street, Enterprise, OR, 97828, United States

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - La Grande - Session 4 Spring 2025
2025-03-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Cook Memorial Library, 2006 4th Street, La Grande, Oregon, 97850, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we’ll focus on a different topic. This week we’ll focus on Getting, keeping, & growing customers
Build customer relationships through your messaging & marketing.

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - Enterprise - Session 4 Spring 2025
2025-03-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Building Healthy Families, 207 East Park Street, Enterprise, OR, 97828, United States

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - La Grande - Session 5 Spring 2025
2025-03-31 18:00 - 21:00 | Cook Memorial Library, 2006 4th Street, La Grande, Oregon, 97850, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we’ll focus on a different topic. This week we focus on revenue, pricing, & distribution
Figure out your logistics and how you’ll make money.

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - Enterprise - Session 5 Spring 2025
2025-04-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Building Healthy Families, 207 East Park Street, Enterprise, OR, 97828, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we’ll focus on a different topic. This week we’ll focus on Revenue, pricing, & distribution
Figure out your logistics and how you’ll make money.

NEOEDD Board Meeting April 7
2025-04-07 13:30 - 16:00 | Misener Conference Room, 1001 4th Street, La Grande, OR, 97850, United States
NEOEDD’s quarterly board meeting will be held Monday, April 7, 2025 in the Misener Conference Room, 1001 4th Street, La Grande at 1:30 p.m. Election of officers and regular business will be conducted. The meeting is open to the public and individuals may attend via zoom.
Connect to the meeting at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85745792752?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 857 4579 2752
Passcode: [REDACTED]
253-215-8782

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - La Grande - Session 6 Spring 2025
2025-04-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Cook Memorial Library, 2006 4th Street, La Grande, Oregon, 97850, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we’ll focus on a different topic. This week we’ll focus on Legal & accounting
Understand the systems and structures you’ll need to support your business.

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - Enterprise - Session 6 Spring 2025
2025-04-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Building Healthy Families, 207 East Park Street, Enterprise, OR, 97828, United States

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - La Grande - Session 7 Spring 2025
2025-04-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Cook Memorial Library, 2006 4th Street, La Grande, Oregon, 97850, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we focus on a different business fundamental. This week we’ll focus on Funding & Raising Capital
Know your options for finding the funds you need to grow sustainably.

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - Enterprise - Session 7 Spring 2025
2025-04-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Building Healthy Families, 207 East Park Street, Enterprise, OR, 97828, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we’ll focus on a different topic. This week’s topic is Financial modeling
Determine your costs and whether your business model is financially viable.

CO.STARTERS Bootcamp in Baker City
2025-04-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Launch Pad Baker City, 2019 Main Street Suite A, Baker City, Oregon, 97814
Small business entrepreneurship is an exciting journey, but the path forward isn’t always clear. During this 4 session Bootcamp, you’ll work with peers to strategize, problem-solve, and apply business basics to your idea or venture. Our goal is to challenge you, stretch your thinking, and give you concrete tools to bring your business to life.

This workshop will help you to:
· Understand your business model and how to refine it using customer input.
· Learn how to market your business and gain customer awareness.
· Understand the importance of business structures and protecting your business name.
· Build momentum with smart goal setting.

The bootcamp will be held on Wednesday evenings, April 16-30 and May 7 from 6-9 p.m. at Launch Pad Baker, 2019 Main St Ste. A, Baker City. Lisa Dawson, NEOEDD’s Executive Director, will facilitate the classes.

Register your interest by filling out the linked form, checking the Bootcamp option and completing the RSVP. If you have questions, please contact lisadawson@neoedd.org

https://neoedd.org/business-ta-form/

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - La Grande - Session 8 Spring 2025
2025-04-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Cook Memorial Library, 2006 4th Street, La Grande, Oregon, 97850, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we’ll focus on a different topic. This week we’ll focus on Funding & Raising Capital
Know your options for finding the funds you need to grow sustainably.

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - Enterprise - Session 8 Spring 2025
2025-04-22 18:00 - 21:00 | Building Healthy Families, 207 East Park Street, Enterprise, OR, 97828, United States

CO.STARTERS Bootcamp in Baker City - Session 3
2025-04-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Launch Pad Baker City, 2019 Main Street Suite A, Baker City, Oregon, 97814
Small business entrepreneurship is an exciting journey, but the path forward isn’t always clear. During this 4 session Bootcamp, you’ll work with peers to strategize, problem-solve, and apply business basics to your idea or venture. Our goal is to challenge you, stretch your thinking, and give you concrete tools to bring your business to life.

This workshop will help you to:
· Understand your business model and how to refine it using customer input.
· Learn how to market your business and gain customer awareness.
· Understand the importance of business structures and protecting your business name.
· Build momentum with smart goal setting.

The bootcamp will be held on Wednesday evenings, April 9-30, from 6-9 p.m. at Launch Pad Baker, 2019 Main St Ste. A, Baker City. Lisa Dawson, NEOEDD’s Executive Director, will facilitate the classes.

Register your interest by filling out the linked form and checking the Bootcamp option.

https://neoedd.org/business-ta-form/

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - La Grande - Session 9 Spring 2025
2025-04-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Cook Memorial Library, 2006 4th Street, La Grande, Oregon, 97850, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we’ll focus on a different topic. This week we focus on Growth plans & goal setting
Gain momentum and leave with a strategy for achieving your goals.

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - Enterprise - Session 9 Spring 2025
2025-04-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Building Healthy Families, 207 East Park Street, Enterprise, OR, 97828, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we’ll focus on a different topic. This week the focus is on Growth plans & goal setting
Gain momentum and leave with a strategy for achieving your goals.

CO.STARTERS Bootcamp in Baker City - Session 4
2025-04-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Launch Pad Baker City, 2019 Main Street Suite A, Baker City, Oregon, 97814

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - La Grande - Session 10 Spring 2025
2025-05-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Cook Memorial Library, 2006 4th Street, La Grande, Oregon, 97850, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we’ll focus on a different topic. This week we Celebrate
Reflect on your journey and celebrate your success. Your future starts now.

CO.STARTERS CORE Workshop Series - Enterprise - Session 10 Spring 2025
2025-05-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Building Healthy Families, 207 East Park Street, Enterprise, OR, 97828, United States
Launch your small business idea or refine your current business model through this no-cost 10-week program.
CO.STARTERS CORE walks entrepreneurs through 10 foundational topics in a cohort with other “starters” – entrepreneurs, business owners or potential business owners – who are learning together and helping each other make improvements to their business model.
Each week we’ll focus on a different topic and this is our session to Celebrate!
Reflect on your journey and celebrate your success. Your future starts now.
This CORE workshop will be held on Thursdays starting September 26th through December 12.
RSVP below to indicate your plans to attend the workshop series. If you have questions, contact lisadawson@noeedd.org.

CO.STARTERS Bootcamp in Baker City - Session 2
2025-05-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Launch Pad Baker City, 2019 Main Street Suite A, Baker City, Oregon, 97814

Request for Qualification: Shared Grant Writer
2025-05-14 06:00 - 2025-06-13 17:00
Request for Qualification: Shared Grant Writer
Northeast Oregon Economic Development District (NEOEDD) is seeking one or more contractors to serve as a Shared Grant Writer to extend NEOEDD’s capacity to help communities secure funding for community infrastructure. The Shared Grant Writer will work with NEOEDD staff to provide grant writing services and research the resource needs and opportunities as requested for local governments and other stakeholder organizations in Northeast Oregon.
Follow the link to review the RFQ: https://neoedd.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Shared-Grant-Writer-RFQ.pdf
Responses must be submitted by email to NEOEDD by June 13, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
Questions? Contact: Chantal Ivenso, chantalivenso@neoedd.org

NEOEDD Budget Committee Meeting
2025-06-13 11:00 - 12:00
NEOEDD’s Budget Committee will review the proposed 2025-2026 annual budget at this meeting. The meeting will be held via zoom.

NEOEDD Board Meeting April 30
2025-06-30 13:30 - 16:00 | Baker County Courthouse, 1995 3rd Street, Baker City, OR, United States
NEOEDD’s quarterly board meeting will be held Monday, June 30, 2025 in the Commissioner’s Conference Room, 1995 3rd Street, Baker City at 1:30 p.m. A Budget Hearing and regular business will be conducted. The meeting is open to the public and individuals may attend via zoom.
Connect to the meeting at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82832533575?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 828 3253 3575
Passcode: [REDACTED]
253-215-8782

Trailblazers' Table Business Webinar Series: Marketing
2025-08-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, 123 Test Street, Test, AL, United States
**FREE Online Business Webinar Series**
Attend the Trailblazers’ Table webinar series to learn about marketing, sale strategies, mergers and acquisitions, and scaling. Webinars will be held on August 4-7, from 12 PM- 1PM PDT. The series will focus on consumer packaged goods, but all businesses are welcome.
REGISTER TODAY (you may need to create a LinkedIn account): https://www.linkedin.com/events/7351392208182259712
Aug 4 – Attracting Marketing Talent in Rural Areas and Leveraging AI for Marketing
Aug 5 – Developing Sales Strategies
Aug 6 – Mergers & Acquisitions
Aug 7 – Scaling CPG Operations

This opportunity is hosted by Oregon Frontier Innovation Hub and Next Level Strategy.

Trailblazers' Table Business Webinar Series: Sales Strategies
2025-08-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, 123 Test Street, Test, AL, United States

Trailblazers' Table Business Webinar Series: Mergers & Acquisitions
2025-08-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, 123 Test Street, Test, AL, United States

Trailblazers' Table Business Webinar Series: Scaling Operations
2025-08-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Online, 123 Test Street, Test, AL, United States

Support Local Housing Solutions - Share your ADU Experience
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-30
Support Local Housing Solutions—Share Your ADU Experience
The Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Task Force is inviting property owners, developers, and residents involved in ADU projects in Baker, Union, or Wallowa County to share their experiences. An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a small, additional residential unit located on the same lot as a primary home, such as a backyard cottage, converted garage, or basement apartment.
In response to the region’s ongoing housing shortage, the Rural Engagement and Vitality Center, Northeast Oregon Economic Development District and other stakeholders created the ADU Task Force in April 2025to promote ADUs as a practical, cost-effective housing solution. ADUs can expand long-term rental options, support multi-generational living, and increase homeowners’ income. The Task Force is leading education efforts, offering sample ADU plans, hosting a ribbon-cutting event, and providing financial tools to explain ADU costs and benefits.
A key part of this project is collecting real-life stories from those who have gone through the ADU development process. These stories will become one-page case studies that can be shared to inform and inspire Northeast Oregon communities.
If you have developed, lived in, or contributed to an ADU project in Baker, Union, or Wallowa County, your experience matters. Complete our short questionnaire [LINK] to share your perspective and help others make a decision about developing an ADU.
For more information about the ADU Task Force and its activities, contact Chantal Ivenso at chantalivenso@neoedd.org or 541-426-3598 x4.
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NEOEDD’s mission is to contribute to a vibrant rural economy by providing consulting, training, financing, referrals and other assistance to businesses, entrepreneurs, local governments and non-profit organizations in Northeast Oregon. Learn more about our programs and business support at www.neoedd.org.

NEOEDD Board Meeting September 9, 2025
2025-09-08 13:30 - 16:00 | Wallowa County Courthouse, Thornton Conference Room, 101 S River Street, Enterprise, OR, 97828, United States
NEOEDD’s quarterly board meeting will be held Monday, September 8, 2025 in the Thornton Conference Room, 101 S River Street, Enterprise at 1:30 p.m. Regular business will be conducted. The meeting is open to the public and individuals may attend via zoom.
Connect to the meeting at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87448838854?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 874 4883 8854
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Phone: 253-215-8782
