Launch Oregon

Launch Oregon is a financial services firm based in Eugene, Oregon, focused on transferring innovative ideas from the lab to the real world. The firm collaborates with University of Oregon innovators across various programs and colleges, providing a platform for early-stage ventures. While specific investment sizes and stages are not detailed, Launch Oregon is involved in guiding projects through their developmental phases with a focus on practical application and market readiness.

Notable portfolio companies include InVivo Biosystems, which has raised $3 million. Launch Oregon offers unique value-add services such as best practices guidance from the Industry, Innovation, and Translation (IIT) unit, and mentorship from industry experts through the IIT's translational opportunity program. This support structure helps startups navigate the complexities of bringing their innovations to market, ensuring they receive both strategic and operational assistance.