MENTORS AND SPEAKERS
Marianne Cursetjee
MENTOR
Marianne Cursetjee is the CEO and co-founder of Alibi Cannabis, a Portland-based company known for high-quality, hand-crafted cannabis products.
DEAN CRAIG
MENTOR
Dean Craig serves as the Business Services Director at Willamette Workforce Partnership (WWP).
Miles Oliveira
MENTOR
Miles Oliveira is an experienced Sales Director with a diverse professional background in business development, sales, and software solutions.
Ty Davison
MENTOR
Ty Davison is the founder and president of MacAtoZ LLC, an Apple technology consulting company based in Salem, Oregon.
KATE SCHWARZLER
MENTOR
Kate Schwarzler is a passionate builder of thriving communities. As Executive Director of Indy Idea Hub, she believes that empowered people, clear vision, and the right tools create lasting transformation and growth.
PAT CROWLEY
JUDGE
Patrick Crowley is the CEO and founder of Chapul Farms, a company pioneering the use of insect agriculture to promote sustainable food systems.
PAUL JENSEN
JUDGE
Paul Jensen is the President and Managing Member of High Five Advisors, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in wealth management, business strategy, and operational improvements.
Eric Tweed
SPEAKER
Eric Tweed is a partner at Saalfeld Griggs PC, where he specializes in business law, including business sales, acquisitions, corporate governance, and trademark issues.
Laura Kubisiak
PITCH COACH
Laura Kubisiak serves as a Venture Catalyst at TiE Oregon, where she plays a pivotal role in supporting and mentoring early-stage entrepreneurs.
JOHN MEAD
SPEAKER
John Mead is the CEO and co-founder of Solid Carbon, a company focused on creating carbon-neutral concrete to help reduce the construction industry’s environmental impact.
SEAN MUIR
MENTOR
With a Ph.D. in materials chemistry and a passion for innovative environmental technology, Sean brings extensive expertise in developing carbon-sequestering materials.
JIM VU
MENTOR
Jim Vu is an experienced professional in strategic planning, marketing, sales, and securing financing, offering expertise in helping businesses streamline operations and improve performance.
