What we’re about
A lot of what takes place at the Portland Incubator Experiment — more colloquially known as PIE — happens behind closed doors. That said, we really want to be sure that the Portland startup community is always engaged, informed, and connected to our on going experiment and the amazing startups with whom we get to work.
Please join us if you're interested in getting more connected to PIE, its mentors, and its family of startups. And helping us celebrate the Portland startup community. (And in between events, you're more than welcome to hang out with us on the Portland Startups Slack.)
NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, please assume that all PIE community gatherings are family friendly. So feel free to bring family members of all ages along with you, especially if that makes it easier for you to attend.
A new collaborative experiment designed to support our small business peers.
Supporting startups is one thing. But what about all of the amazing local small business owners in Portland…? The coffee we drink. The restaurants we frequent. The gifts we buy. Our dollars can all benefit the small businesses who help keep us going when we're building the startups we want to build.
Join the Office of Small Business for the launch of Show Up for Small Business, an ongoing collaboration with Better Portland, PIE, Latino Founders, and Built Oregon.
The idea is simple: We pick the spot. You support the businesses.
Every month, we’ll choose a different neighborhood or business district. Then, it's up to you to show up and do your part by shopping, grabbing a beverage, or dining at the small businesses in that area. No agenda. No speeches. Just all of us celebrating the amazing small businesses that make Portland unique.
This month, we’re starting with Ankeny Alley on Tuesday, April 29, starting at 5 pm. We will all meet at Dan & Louis Oyster Bar (208 SW Ankeny St). From there, we invite folks to wander and grab food, drinks, or goods from all the great businesses in the area like Kaizen Sushi, Angelina's Greek Gyros, Xin Ding Dumpling House, District Bar, Luna Bar, Baes Fried Chicken, Solstice Bar, and Voodoo Doughnut.
You don't have to stay for the whole thing. But coordinate with friends so that you all show up at the same time.
Optional: RSVP via Eventbrite to stay in the loop on future Portland Office of Small Business efforts
P.S. Yes. We realize that no one remembers what a "flashmob" is, but the dude who runs this account is old.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Flashmob: Show Up for Small Business - April 2025SW Ankney Alley, Portland, OR
A new collaborative experiment designed to support our small business peers.
Supporting startups is one thing. But what about all of the amazing local small business owners in Portland…? The coffee we drink. The restaurants we frequent. The gifts we buy. Our dollars can all benefit the small businesses who help keep us going when we're building the startups we want to build.
Join the Office of Small Business for the launch of Show Up for Small Business, an ongoing collaboration with Better Portland, PIE, Latino Founders, and Built Oregon.
The idea is simple: We pick the spot. You support the businesses.
Every month, we’ll choose a different neighborhood or business district. Then, it's up to you to show up and do your part by shopping, grabbing a beverage, or dining at the small businesses in that area. No agenda. No speeches. Just all of us celebrating the amazing small businesses that make Portland unique.
This month, we’re starting with Ankeny Alley on Tuesday, April 29, starting at 5 pm. We will all meet at Dan & Louis Oyster Bar (208 SW Ankeny St). From there, we invite folks to wander and grab food, drinks, or goods from all the great businesses in the area like Kaizen Sushi, Angelina's Greek Gyros, Xin Ding Dumpling House, District Bar, Luna Bar, Baes Fried Chicken, Solstice Bar, and Voodoo Doughnut.
You don't have to stay for the whole thing. But coordinate with friends so that you all show up at the same time.
Optional: RSVP via Eventbrite to stay in the loop on future Portland Office of Small Business efforts
P.S. Yes. We realize that no one remembers what a "flashmob" is, but the dude who runs this account is old.
- Startup founders: Where are they now…?Instrument, Portland, OR, OR
** Part of Portland Startup Week 2025 **
Remember that amazing founder you saw on stage a few years ago? Where are they now? We want you to know.
That's why Built Oregon, Latino Founders, Pitch Black, Pitch Latino, PIE (Portland Incubator Experiment), and Vanport Studio are partnering to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) founders and community leaders by learning more about their journeys.
Join us for an evening of fireside chats hosted by PIE mentor and alum Julia Niiro as we all get up to date on the latest and greatest from founders in our community.
For previous, "Where are they now…?" events see:
Thanks to Instrument for hosting and to Prosper Portland for sponsoring.
PLEASE NOTE: Space is limited. Only registered attendees will be admitted.
