UpStart Collective is a founder-first community built to support the people behind the startups. Based in Portland, Oregon, we provide a collaborative environment where entrepreneurs can build meaningful companies alongside peers who understand the journey.

Starting a company can be exhilarating—but it can also be isolating. UpStart Collective exists to change that. Our community brings founders together in a trusted space to share experiences, exchange knowledge, and support one another through the highs and lows of building a business.

Located inside Portland’s iconic U.S. Bancorp Tower—better known locally as Big Pink—UpStart Collective spans more than 20,000 square feet of space dedicated to founders and startup activity. The space serves as a central hub for the city’s startup ecosystem, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and support organizations under one roof.

More than just workspace, UpStart Collective is a collaborative hub where product-focused founders connect, learn from one another, and grow their companies within a culture built on generosity, trust, and shared experience.

Our community operates around three core principles:
• Founders don’t sell to each other
• What’s shared in the space stays in the space
• Members give more than they get

These values create a unique environment where founders can be candid about challenges, celebrate wins together, and build lasting relationships that extend far beyond the office.

At its core, UpStart Collective is an experiment in what happens when you bring ambitious builders together and give them the space, community, and support to thrive in one of the most vibrant startup communities in the Pacific Northwest. 🚀

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