EDCO - Economic Development for Central Oregon

Applications are now open for the 2026 Bend Venture Conference!

Each year, Oregon's most promising startups step onto the BVC stage to connect with investors, gain exposure and compete for funding and other resources that can help take their businesses to the next level.

If you're building a company with big ambitions, now is the time to apply. We can't wait to see the innovators, founders and ideas that will shape this year's competition.

Learn more and submit your application today at bendvc.com

What a fantastic afternoon at EDCO’s Annual Meeting and Celebration.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, including our members, board members, community partners and regional leaders. Your engagement, support and commitment to strengthening Central Oregon’s economy make this work possible.

The event was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the accomplishments of the past year, celebrate the people and organizations driving our region forward and look ahead to the opportunities that lie ahead.

A special thank you to our event sponsors, Columbia Bank and Republic Services, for helping make this celebration possible.

We are grateful to be part of such a collaborative and innovative community and look forward to another year of supporting economic growth and opportunity across Central Oregon.

Did you know Central Oregon businesses have access to dozens of programs designed to support growth, hiring and investment?

Through EDCO, companies can connect with incentives, financing tools, workforce training resources, export assistance, tax abatements, enterprise zones and capital programs that help turn business goals into reality.

Whether you're launching a startup, expanding operations or considering a relocation to Central Oregon, EDCO helps businesses navigate the opportunities available and identify the programs that fit their needs.

Growing a business is challenging. Finding the right resources shouldn't be.

Learn more about the programs available to support business success across Central Oregon.