OREGON REGIONAL ACCELERATOR INNOVATION NETWORK

The Regional Accelerator & Innovation Network (RAIN) is an Oregon consortium of government, higher education, and the business community. RAIN was founded by the State of Oregon’s Regional Solutions network and funded by the 77th Oregon State Legislative Assembly to advance the formation of high-growth innovative startup companies throughout the South Willamette Valley and Mid-Coast. In coordination with the cities of Corvallis and Eugene, as well as communities throughout the region, RAIN is ... partnered with two accelerators to create a collaborative environment to assist entrepreneurs in establishing viable companies that generate jobs, wealth and opportunities for the region. RAIN Corvallis is served by the Oregon State University Advantage Accelerator. The RAIN Eugene Accelerator is a partnership between the University of Oregon and the Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce. RAIN advances start-ups by connecting entrepreneurs with a network of available resources at Oregon State University and University of Oregon as well as through partnerships with local and state governments and the private sector. Through education, mentors, financing assistance, business consultation services, office and lab space, and innovative programming, RAIN leverages resources throughout the region to bring entrepreneurs together with the information, connections, and resources needed for success.More