Prosperity for all
ONWARD EUGENE
Our vision is for a thriving local economy that leads to inclusive prosperity.
Business Recovery & Expansion
We are focused on supporting local businesses to help them survive and thrive and ensure they continue to call this region home.
Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Onward Eugene is committed to increasing the number of startups in our region and providing world class support for new companies to innovate and thrive in our community.
Regional Marketing & Business Recruitment
The Eugene Area has so much to offer and we are working to amplify the visibility of the innovation that is happening in this region to signal to the nation that this is where businesses want to locate.
Talent & Leadership Development
Talent is the number one input to growth for all traded-sector industries. We work with regional partners to develop, retain and recruit a talented workforce through training opportunities and innovative programming.
What we are working on
RISE Leadership Institute
Businesses have asked for resources to train their people to be better leaders—managers, directors, and officers. Onward Eugene & the Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce are answering the call with a community-wide leadership training initiative launching this fall.
EUG Launchpad
Onward kicked off a 12-week virtual program that helps entrepreneurs by providing them with a step-by-step method to develop their business model and their product ideas.
On-The-Job Training Assistance
Don’t let the cost of hiring & training hold you back from growing. Watch the video below to learn more about the OJT Training Assistance program or contact our Business Support Manager Nicole Desch at nicoled@onwardeugene.org.