BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID;X-RICAL-TZSOURCE=TZINFO:-//Calagator//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN X-WR-CALNAME:Calagator METHOD:PUBLISH VERSION:2.0 BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID;X-RICAL-TZSOURCE=TZINFO:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20250309T020000 RDATE:20250309T020000 RDATE:20260308T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20251102T020000 RDATE:20251102T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260417T150033Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260417T150033Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260417T150033Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482535 DESCRIPTION:This event runs from Saturday\, May 30\, 2026 at 10am through Sunday\, May 31\, 2026 at 7pm.\n\nDescription:\nPortland Indie Game Con vention (PIGCON) is a brand new convention celebrating independent game developers from Portland and beyond! \;\nA weekend for indie develope rs to learn\, share\, and connect\, PIGCON will consist of two days of s howcases\, workshops\, talks\, an artist alley\, as well as events featu ring familiar and under-the-radar indie game development talent. \;\n Saturday hours are 10AM-10PM and will feature an all-day talk track as w ell as a curated showfloor featuring ~40 indie games and an artist alley . \;\nSunday hours are 10AM-7PM\, featuring a second all-day talk tra ck\, an all-day workshop track\, and a free and open-to-the-public BYO G ame showcase where anyone can come to play games\, and even bring their own games to set up and showcase! No sign up is required for the BYO gam e showcase\, just show up and grab some table space and power. \;\n&# 13\;\nAdditional special events will be hosted on site both Saturday and Sunday night.\n\nTags: games\, videogames\, video game\, videogame\, sh owcase\, indie\, meetup\, convention\, art\, artist alley\, talks\, work shops\, tech\, geek\, family\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/even ts/1250482535 URL:https://pigcon.pigsquad.com/ SUMMARY:Portland Indie Game Convention (PIGCON) LOCATION:Norse Hall: 111 NE 11th Ave\, Portland OR 97232 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260430T165120Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260512T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260512T150000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260430T165120Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260430T165120Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482552 DESCRIPTION:A toolkit for founders from Ali Maaxa\, Ph.D.\, incubation pr oduct &\; marketing strategist (founder: ProductTheory.io\, former: A WS AI\, New Relic AI\, Meta AI\, Recreation.gov)\, guest VC expert Maria nne Motus (UC Berkeley Business School)\, PDX startup dev team Semi-Dece nt\, and leaders from CHIFOO and the ORPIB Incubator. \;\n \;\nThi s is a FREE lightning workshop to help scrappy startup founders nail pro duct-market fit (PMF) and go-to-market strategy (GTM). Be your own incub ator\, be nimble\, and be ready to answer deep strategic questions for p otential investors\, flagship customers\, or strategic partners — in a f lash. \;\n \;\nSure\, PMF and GTM are buzzwords thrown around cons tantly. But they stand in for due diligence that actually makes a differ ence. Skipping the fundamentals is the primary reason 91% of startups fa il: \;\n \;\nThe classic frameworks that undergird successful incu bations — from enterprise AI to EdTech startups \;\nRigorous market r esearch powered by smart AI context engineering \;\nReal-deal\, progr essive hypothesis-testing toward a heavy-hitting MVP \;\nIn fact\, 82 % of "\;failed"\; founders say that challenging their assumption s about their market would have saved their business. \;\n \;\nMos t startups don't find product-market fit for one of two reasons: consult ancies charge high overhead to run studies and then throw their findings over the wall — or founders rely on raw AI outputs without the framewor ks and context engineering that hold up under VC scrutiny and real produ ct + user discovery. \;\n \;\nFounders need a toolkit they can use throughout their entire product and business development journey. Befor e you hire a fractional\, take generic expert advice from someone who do esn't understand your context\, or worse — guess your way into brand dam age — let us help you develop your ProductTheory with startup-friendly c anvases that will anchor your pitch deck and your upcoming rounds of cri tical business decisions. \;\n \;\nLearn more about Ali Maaxa's wo rk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alimaaxa/ \;\n \;\nGet on board wi th ProductTheory.io: https://www.producttheory.io/\n\nTags: Portland Sta rtup Week\, startups\, innovation\, aws\, product market fit\, go to mar ket strategy\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482552 URL:https://eventship.com/event/product-market-fit-go-to-market-strategy- a-lightning-workshop-for-founders SUMMARY:Product-Market Fit + Go To Market Strategy: A Free Lightning Work shop for Founders LOCATION:Kiln: 1120 Southeast Madison Street\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260327T015625Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260415T194500 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260415T183000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260327T015625Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260327T015625Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482523 DESCRIPTION:Free public library workshop on how to minimize your digital trail using the Activist Checklist\n\nImported from: http://calagator.or g/events/1250482523 URL:https://techworkerscoalition.org/pdx/ SUMMARY:Learn Basic Privacy & Digital Security Practices LOCATION:Albina Library\, Community Room 1A: 205 NE Russell St\, Portland OR 97212 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260313T154845Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260314T130000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260314T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260313T154845Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260313T154845Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482509 DESCRIPTION:Registration required. \;\n \;\nThis event is open to a ll. \;\n \;\n​Curious about building with Claude but not sure wher e to start? \;\n \;\n​Join us for a hands-on Claude Code Workshop led by Todd Greco\, designed for beginners\, builders\, and anyone curio us about using Claude inside a real coding environment. \;\n \;\n​ This session will walk through how to set up the Claude Code CLI and dev elopment environment\, and how Claude can assist with everyday coding ta sks like debugging\, file manipulation\, and feature building. \;\n&# 13\;\n​Claude Code allows developers to run Claude directly in the termi nal\, making it a powerful companion for building software\, experimenti ng with ideas\, and accelerating projects. \;\n \;\n​After the wor kshop\, participants are welcome to stay\, experiment\, and work on idea s together in an open build session. \;\n \;\n​Whether you’re a de veloper\, hacker\, or simply curious about how AI can support your workf low\, this session will help you get started. \;\n \;\n​What you'l l learn \;\n \;\n​How to set up the Claude Code CLI \;\n \;\ n​How to authenticate and connect your Claude account \;\n \;\n​Us ing Claude inside your terminal development workflow \;\n \;\n​Pra ctical ways Claude can assist with coding tasks \;\n \;\n​Tips for experimenting and building with Claude \;\n \;\n​Requirements \;\n \;\n​Participants should have: \;\n \;\n​A laptop \;\n& #13\;\n​A Claude account (Claude Pro recommended) \;\n \;\n​Basic familiarity with using a terminal \;\n \;\n​Note: Claude Pro provi des access to the Claude app and Claude Code. API access is separate and billed based on usage. \;\n \;\n​Schedule \;\n \;\n​10:00 A M – 11:00 AM \;\nClaude Code Setup Workshop with Todd Greco \;\n&# 13\;\n​11:00 AM – 1:00 PM \;\nOpen build session — experiment\, colla borate\, and work on ideas. \;\n \;\n​Come learn something new\, b uild something interesting\, and meet others exploring the Claude ecosys tem in Portland. \;\n\n\nTags: AI\, Claude\, Anthropic\n\nImported fr om: http://calagator.org/events/1250482509 URL:https://luma.com/workshopwithToddGreco SUMMARY:Claude Code workshop LOCATION:PSU - Metro Innovation Hub - 2130 SW 5th Ave.\, PDX\, OR 97201: false SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260225T225911Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260227T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260227T120000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260225T225911Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260225T225911Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482488 DESCRIPTION:Our lives generate data constantly\, but most of us never see it. \;\nThis library workshop breaks down what data is collected abo ut you\, how it’s used\, and how to take some control back.\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482488 URL:http://nikkiricks.dev/civics SUMMARY:Know Your Data Rights - Download and Delete Your Data LOCATION:North Portland Library: 512 N Killingsworth Street\, Portland OR 97217 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260219T225934Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260223T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260223T163000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260219T225934Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260219T225934Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482480 DESCRIPTION:​​​​​​​​​A free\, public workshop—no technical background nee ded \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​In just the past 8 months\, AI has advanced at a pace that stunned even leading experts. These systems aren’t scienc e fiction anymore—they’re reshaping work\, relationships\, and even crim e in real time. \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​This workshop explores where AI may be in the next 1–5 years and what that means for your daily life. To gether\, we’ll tackle urgent questions like: \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​Job s: Could AI lead to mass unemployment—or entirely new kinds of work? \;\n​​​​​​​​​Crime: How might AI supercharge scams\, hacking\, and even physical crime? \;\n​​​​​​​​​Companions: Will people form deep emotio nal bonds—or even romantic relationships—with AI assistants? \;\n​​​​ ​​​​​Society: How do top researchers think these trends will shape our f uture? \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​What you’ll get: \;\n​​​​​​​​​A fast-p aced\, beginner-friendly overview of today’s most powerful AI systems 3\;\n​​​​​​​​​Live demos that reveal both the breakthroughs and the risk s \;\n​​​​​​​​​An interactive forecasting exercise where you’ll test your own predictions about AI’s impact \;\n​​​​​​​​​Come ready to exp lore a future arriving faster than most people realize—one that could tr ansform not just how we work\, but how we trust\, connect\, and even lov e.\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482480 URL:https://luma.com/uplhsa0m SUMMARY:Where is AI in 2026 and Where is it Going? LOCATION:Vancouver Community Library: 901 C ST\, Vancouver Washington 986 60 USA SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260212T002945Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260221T173000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260221T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260212T002945Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260212T002945Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482470 DESCRIPTION:​​​​​​​​​A free\, public workshop—no technical background nee ded \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​In just the past 8 months\, AI has advanced at a pace that stunned even leading experts. These systems aren’t scienc e fiction anymore—they’re reshaping work\, relationships\, and even crim e in real time. \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​This workshop explores where AI may be in the next 1–5 years and what that means for your daily life. To gether\, we’ll tackle urgent questions like: \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​Job s: Could AI lead to mass unemployment—or entirely new kinds of work? \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​Crime: How might AI supercharge scams\, hacking\, a nd even physical crime? \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​Companions: Will people form deep emotional bonds—or even romantic relationships—with AI assista nts? \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​Society: How do top researchers think these trends will shape our future? \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​What you’ll get:& #13\;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​A fast-paced\, beginner-friendly overview of tod ay’s most powerful AI systems \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​Live demos that re veal both the breakthroughs and the risks \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​An int eractive forecasting exercise where you’ll test your own predictions abo ut AI’s impact \;\n \;\n​​​​​​​​​Come ready to explore a future ar riving faster than most people realize—one that could transform not just how we work\, but how we trust\, connect\, and even love. \;\n \; \nhttps://aisafetyawarenessproject.org/\n\nTags: meetup:event=https://ww w.meetup.com/ai-safety-awareness-group-portland/events/313007349\n\nImpo rted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482470 URL:https://luma.com/j4be23ot SUMMARY:Where is AI in 2026 and Where is it Going? LOCATION:Multnomah County Library Albina Branch\, Community Room 1A: 205 NE Russell ST\, Portland Oregon 97212 USA SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260206T180951Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260210T200000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260210T190000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260206T180951Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260206T180951Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482460 DESCRIPTION:Most managers and HR professionals are never taught one of th e most critical skills in business: how to let people go skillfully. Wit hout these tools\, leaders often "\;wing it\,"\; leading to a cy cle of fear\, guilt\, and avoidable mistakes that ripple through an enti re organization. \;\nWhat we will cover: \;\nThe Reality of the Ga p: We’ll examine the data showing why so many managers are left unprepar ed without the training they need to handle departures. \;\nThe Human Impact: We will explore how "\;winging it"\; impacts the mental health of the leader delivering the news and the dignity of the employe e receiving it. \;\nThe One Essential Skill: You will walk away with one concrete\, repeatable skill to handle these conversations with clari ty and composure. \;\nWhy you should be there: \;\nIf your company hasn't invested in your training\, invest in yourself. Whether you are the one having the conversation or the one on the receiving end\, unders tanding the mechanics of this process changes the experience from one of trauma to one of professional integrity. \;\nStop fearing the conver sation. Master the skill. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n\n\nTag s: free\, hr\, human resources\, managment\, small business\, startup\, communication\, soft skills\, professional development\, workshop\, semi nar\, business\, networking\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/event s/1250482460 URL:https://luma.com/slz6vzh8 SUMMARY: The Skill of Letting Go: Mastering the Toughest Conversation in Business- Small Business and Community Resilance Series LOCATION:Allgood Brewering Company 2425 SE 35th Pl Portland: 2425 SE 35th Pl\, Portland OR 97214 Mult SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251219T223745Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260127T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260127T120000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251219T223745Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251219T223745Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482351 DESCRIPTION:The Power of Storytelling for Founders: \;\nFor Pitching or Selling\, Be More Engaging with Stories \;\n \;\nMake your inv estor or sales pitch more memorable and engaging with storytelling. \ ;\n \;\n \;\nPeople naturally connect with stories and using story telling can make your pitch more memorable and impactful. In today's com petitive market\, it's not enough to just have a good product or service \; you also need to be able to effectively communicate your vision and v alue proposition. This is where storytelling comes in. \;\n \;\nSt orytelling helps founders stand out and make a lasting impression on pot ential investors and customers. \;\n \;\n \;\nIn this virtual w orkshop\, Dana will take us through some strategies to: \;\n \;\n· Make complex ideas more understandable and relatable to your audie nce. \;\n \;\n· Increase engagement and keep their attention& #13\;\n \;\n· Build trust by sharing authentic stories that demo nstrate your values and capabilities. \;\n \;\n \;\nJoin us to transform your big vision into stories that grab attention. \;\n \;\n \;\nDana Sather Robinson \;\n \;\nDana is an angel investo r\, pitch trainer and creator of the Pitch 4 Impact Framework. As a prof essional presentation skills trainer\, she understands how to help clien ts communicate with impact\, clarity and authenticity. Dana is an active member on the board of E8 Angels\, an innovative cleantech angel invest ing group. The Pitch4Impact program was created from two perspectives\, as an investor and as a trainer of presentation skills. Dana emphasizes how to make the most of your own natural style to be memorable and authe ntic. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-sather-robinson/\n\nTags: worksh op\, startups\, event\, free\, boostrapping\, online\, pitching\n\nImpor ted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482351 URL:https://www.portlandmetrohub.org/event-details/the-power-of-storytell ing-for-founders SUMMARY:The Power of Storytelling for Founders LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260106T020449Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260123T163000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260123T083000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260106T020449Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260106T020449Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482381 DESCRIPTION:As part of the start of the PNSQC 2026 Call for Papers\, we’r e excited to invite the community to a full day of free\, in-person work shops in Portland. Held the day after the PNSQC Quality Jam\, this Free Workshop Day is designed to sharpen practical skills\, spark new ideas\, and bring the QA community together for hands-on learning and connectio n. \;\n \;\nJoin us for an interactive day led by experienced prac titioners and thought leaders\, featuring two workshop tracks with sessi ons offered in both the morning and afternoon. Whether you’re strengthen ing your core testing skills or exploring how AI is shaping modern quali ty practices\, there’s something here for you. \;\n \;\nRegistrati on on the PNSQC website is required. \;\n \;\nYou can register for the full day\, or choose only the workshop options that fit your schedu le. Space is limited\, so we encourage you to register early and help sp read the word. \;\n \;\nMorning Workshops (8:30 AM – 12:00 PM) \;\n \;\nAI Orchestration: Dual Stewardship with John Cvetko. Explore how humans and AI can collaboratively manage quality\, risk\, and decis ion-making in modern systems. \;\nQA Re-Bootcamp with Heather Wilcox &\; Bhushan Gupta. Refresh foundational testing skills and examine mo dern quality practices through engaging\, activity-based learning. \; \n \;\nAfternoon Workshops (1:00 PM – 4:30 PM) \;\n \;\nIntegra te MCP into your workflow with Joe Petsche. We will work with a variety of MCP servers to connect your quality apps and find ways to do your job better and faster. Come with your apps and we will connect in to your s cenarios too. \;\nWriting Practical Test Plans\, Fast and Easy with W ayne Roseberry. This workshop teaches a pragmatic\, lightweight approach to writing effective test plans—fast. \;\n \;\nThere will be morn ing refreshments\, and we'll take a group lunch\, giving you plenty of t ime to connect with fellow quality professionals throughout the day.\n\n Tags: AI\, automation\, bug bash\, engineer\, fun\, game\, leadership\, networking\, process\, qa\, quality assurance\, software\, software qual ity\, software testing\, tech\, technologies\, technology\, test\, testi ng\, tooling\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482381 URL:https://www.meetup.com/pnw-software-quality-professionals-pnsqc/event s/312743006 SUMMARY:PNSQC 2026 QA Free Workshop Day LOCATION:University Place Hotel: 310 SW Lincoln Street\, Portland Oregon 97201 United States SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251231T172826Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260110T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260110T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251231T172826Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251231T172826Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482370 DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour workshop uses the Portland Art Museum as a settin g to slow down and look at how you think. It is designed for those feeli ng mentally overloaded or under sustained pressure who want a structured way to step back. \;\n \;\nWe use the museum as a quiet\, neutral environment to slow down observation. Using art as a shared reference p oint for reflection\, we look at patterns of thinking without requiring personal disclosure or art knowledge. \;\n \;\nAdvanced registrati on is required to keep the group size small. The exact meeting location within the museum will be sent upon registration. \;\n \;\nThe For mat: \;\n \;\n90 minutes in the museum: Moving through galleries u sing simple observation prompts. \;\n \;\n90 minutes of conversati on: A facilitated discussion afterward at a nearby coffee shop to talk a bout what resonated and why. \;\n \;\nFollow-up: Includes an optio nal one-hour Zoom check-in two weeks later. \;\n \;\nCost: $85. No te: Museum admission is $27.50\, paid directly to the museum (free for m embers). \;\n \;\nFacilitator: Ryan has worked in the arts for ove r 20 years and serves as a business coach and mentor. This workshop uses art as a practical tool to create perspective on how we think and work. \;\n \;\nVenue: Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave\, Portland\, OR 97205 \;\n \;\nTags: workshop\, mental-health\, wellness\, pro fessional-development\, art\n\nTags: workshop\, mental-health\, Wellness \, professional-development\, art\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org /events/1250482370 URL:https://ryanmcabery.com/workshops/p/portlandperspective SUMMARY:Reducing Overwhelm: A Reflective Workshop at the Art Museum LOCATION:Portland Art Museum: 1219 SW Park Avenue\, Portland Oregon 97205 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251113T174810Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251202T160000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251202T130000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251113T174810Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251113T174810Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482311 DESCRIPTION:Ready to build something with AI - or help others do the same ? \;\n \;\nJoin us for a relaxed\, co-working style session where you'll have three hours to explore AI building with other curious creato rs. This isn't a structured workshop - it's a supportive space where you can experiment\, tinker\, and see what happens when you start playing w ith AI tools. \;\n \;\nWe'll have experienced AI builders in the r oom ready to answer questions\, troubleshoot challenges\, and share insi ghts as you work. Whether you're taking your first steps or diving into a complex project\, you'll have access to people who can help. \;\n&# 13\;\n🙌 Perfect for complete beginners who want guidance getting started \, experienced builders who need dedicated time to work on projects\, an d AI experts who want to help others learn. \;\n \;\n💪 If you hav e AI building experience and want to support fellow creators\, sign up a s a helper when you register! \;\n \;\n👍 Walk away with whatever y ou manage to build\, new connections\, and the confidence to keep experi menting on your own. \;\n \;\nWhat to bring: \;\n \;\nYour l aptop \;\nYour curiosity \;\nAny project idea you are working on o r have been wanting to try (or just show up and see what emerges) \;\ n \;\n \;\nThis event is in partnership with AI Portland and Portl and AI Engineers. \;\n \;\nThis Hub programming is supported by fu nding from Business Oregon.\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/event s/1250482311 URL:https://www.portlandmetrohub.org/event-details/lets-build-with-a-i-2 SUMMARY:Let's Build with A.I. LOCATION:Metro Region Innovation Hub: 2130 SW 5th\, Portland OR 97201 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251022T033538Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251112T200000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251112T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251022T033538Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251022T033538Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482253 DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 5:15pm. We start at 5:30pm \;\n \;\n​Abou t this workshop \;\n \;\nThe foundation of a successful startup is a good idea\, but most founders struggle to characterize the strength o f their startup idea. As a result\, many founders invest their time\, mo ney and effort only to build something nobody cares about. If only found ers could get a specific\, actionable signal sooner. \;\n \;\nTo o vercome this challenge\, Nascent methodology enables founders to evaluat e data from discovery interviews and quantify a startup idea in dollars ($). Ultimately\, founders are able to decide within seconds whether to stop the project or continue iterating. \;\n \;\n​This workshop i s ideal for founders of startups with no customers (i.e.\, idea-stage st artups). You'll walk through a case study of a founder who applied Nasce nt methodology to their startup idea. If you find the methodology compel ling\, then you can join our January cohort and apply it to your own sta rtup idea. \;\n \;\n​In this workshop\, we'll use a case study to teach you to: \;\n \;\n- ​Identify People in Pain — potential cus tomers who are actively struggling with a problem \;\n \;\n- ​Qua ntify the Pain in Dollars ($) — to assess how much value you could creat e by solving the problem \;\n \;\n- ​Avoid wasting time on ideas that are unlikely to be successful \;\n \;\n- ​Make decisions wi th minimal data (i.e.\, despite having few or no customers) \;\n \;\n \;\n\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482253 URL:https://luma.com/4uizmynp SUMMARY:You've got an idea for a startup. Here's how to know if it's wort h pursuing. LOCATION:Metro Region Innovation Hub: 2130 SW 5th\, Portland OR 97201 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251010T174333Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251024T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251024T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251010T174333Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251010T174333Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482240 DESCRIPTION:Using Intellectual Property to Grow Your Business \;\nLoca l experts will share invaluable insights into the world of innovation an d business creation. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur\, a seasone d small business owner\, a university researcher with a revolutionary di scovery\, or a student charting your career path\, this panel is for you ! \;\n \;\n \;\nOur speakers will delve into topics critical fo r any startup or university researcher\,\, offering firsthand accounts a nd advice on: \;\n \;\nIntellectual Property (IP): Learn how to pr otect your brilliant ideas\, from patents and copyrights to trademarks\, and understand their strategic importance in the marketplace. \;\n&# 13\;\nStarting Companies: Gain practical guidance on launching and scali ng a successful business\, navigating the challenges and seizing opportu nities. \;\n \;\nLicensing University Research: Discover the pathw ays for translating academic breakthroughs into commercial products and services\, fostering collaboration between academia and industry. \;\ n \;\nEntrepreneurship: Hear inspiring stories and actionable strateg ies from those who have built their own empires\, offering a candid look at the journey of an entrepreneur. \;\n \;\n \;\nFeaturing an expert lineup: \;\n \;\nJustin Wagner - McCoy|Russell \;\n \ ;\nAnna Brown - Stark Street Materials Corporation \;\n \;\nMark R onay - Ronay Labs (founder\, LiquidWire) \;\n \;\nAndrew Greenberg - APDM/Tova/PSU \;\n \;\nDr. Robert Strongin - Captis Biotechnolo gies/PSU \;\n \;\n \;\nThis is a unique opportunity to learn fr om the best\, network with like-minded individuals\, and gain the tools you need to propel your ideas forward.\n\nTags: workshop\, startups\, ev ent\, free\, ip\, class\, mentor\, meetup\n\nImported from: http://calag ator.org/events/1250482240 URL:https://www.portlandmetrohub.org/event-details/using-ip-to-grow-your- business SUMMARY:Using IP To Grow Your Business LOCATION:Metro Region Innovation Hub: 2130 SW 5th\, Portland OR 97201 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251016T012621Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251020T150000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251020T130000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251016T012621Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251016T012621Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482245 DESCRIPTION:[Free] ​Master the art and science of building the right thin g by using market\, customer &\; user discovery techniques used at Me ta\, AWS\, Booz Allen\, Disney\, New Relic\, and more\, from the team at ProductTheory.io. \;\n \;\n​Product discovery is where great pro ducts are born - it's the systematic process of understanding what your market truly needs before you commit resources to building it. We'll exp lore research methodologies\, customer interview techniques\, and valida tion frameworks that reveal genuine insights. Companies with strong disc overy programs see nearly 2x ROI. You'll gain practical skills for condu cting meaningful customer conversations\, interpreting feedback accurate ly\, and translating insights into confident product decisions. \;\n& #13\;\nYou'll also learn the art of product storytelling for your pitch deck\, positioning\, sales\, marketing and stakeholder alignment. \; \n \;\n​ProductTheory.io workshop series at Kiln: \;\n​There’s one challenge all founders have in common\, especially in 2025. It’s achiev ing product market fit. \;\n \;\n​This free workshop series at Kil n is based on ProductTheory’s celebrated Product-Market Fit Canvas: a fr amework for ensuring smart\, data-driven product development and market strategy. \;\n \;\n​Open to both Kiln members and the broader entr epreneurial community. Non-members get a free day pass to Kiln with thei r participation. \;\n \;\n​Why This Series Matters: Dr. Ali Maaxa brings 20 years of experience from Big Tech innovation teams to zero-to- one product launches. Her frameworks have supported successful launches for AWS\, Recreation.gov\, and numerous startups navigating the path fro m concept to revenue. These sessions offer practical\, field-tested appr oaches to the challenges every founder faces. \;\n \;\n​Open to bo th Kiln members and the broader entrepreneurial community. Your success strengthens the entire ecosystem.\n\nTags: strategy\, PMF\, discovery\n\ nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482245 URL:https://luma.com/dx4xeeji SUMMARY: Product/Market Discovery: A Deep-Dive Nailing Product-Market Fit : A Free Workshop Series: SESSION 4 LOCATION:Kiln: 1120 Southeast Madison Street\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250930T165737Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251010T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251010T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250930T165737Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250930T165737Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482228 DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL EDUCATION ENTREPRENEURS! \;\n \;\nAre you p assionate about solving problems in education? Early-stage founders for education ventures face a lot of unique challenges\, but also some uniqu e opportunities. We're building a new event series for you called LRN|PD X! \;\n \;\n \;\nWhether you want to build a for-profit\, non-p rofit\, or public-private venture\, LRN|PDX is a monthly event series fo r entrepreneurs across the learning section\, from K-to-Grey. We'll be d elivering essential\, from-the-trenches programming that ed founders nee d to hit those first milestones. \;\n \;\n \;\nJoin us for our first event: \;\n \;\nProblem-Hunting for Ed Founders: Finding Pr oblem-Solution Fit for Your Education Venture \;\n \;\nSpeakers: Justin Wolske (Chief Product Officer\, Yellowbrick\; Asad Butt (Directo r\, Metro Region Innovation Hub)\; Other speakers TBD \;\n \;\n 3\;\nAgenda \;\n \;\n9a-10a: Founder Networking \;\n \;\n10a -11a: Presentations \;\n \;\n11a-12p: Founder Breakout Groups \ ;\n \;\n \;\nCost: FREE (light refreshments provided) \;\n \ ;\n \;\nABOUT LRN|PDX \;\n \;\nLRN|PDX is a new initiative desi gned to serve education-focused ventures across the Portland and Oregon entrepreneurship ecosystems. Sponsored by Airy Disc Learning and the Met ro Region Innovation Hub\, LRN|PDX provides programming\, networking opp ortunity\, and expertise to help entrepreneurs solve the most pressing p roblems across the education landscape. If your organization is interest ed in joining LRN|PDX\, please reach out to Justin or Asad. \;\n \ ;\n\n\nTags: workshop\, startups\, event\, free\, boostrapping\, educati on\, edtech\, founders\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/125 0482228 URL:https://www.portlandmetrohub.org/event-details/problem-hunting-for-ed -founders SUMMARY:Problem-Hunting for Education Founders LOCATION:Metro Region Innovation Hub: 2130 SW 5th\, Portland OR 97201 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250930T165904Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251010T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251010T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250930T165904Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250930T165904Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482229 DESCRIPTION:Startup Cafe is a great opportunity for founders and startup partners to connect\, learn\, and level up. Free coffee and donuts throu ghout the event! \;\n \;\n \;\nFeel free to drop by for 10 minu tes or stay the entire time...all are welcome! \;\n \;\n \;\nAg enda \;\n \;\n9:00a - 12:00p - Main Event Space \;\n \;\nGen eral networking\, coffee\, and donuts. Open to All Founders\n\nTags: wor kshop\, startups\, event\, free\, boostrapping\n\nImported from: http:// calagator.org/events/1250482229 URL:https://www.portlandmetrohub.org/event-details/startup-cafe-the-hub-2 SUMMARY:Startup Cafe @ The Hub LOCATION:Metro Region Innovation Hub: 2130 SW 5th\, Portland OR 97201 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250930T031537Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251008T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251008T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250930T031537Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20260513T005238Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482227 DESCRIPTION:​Launch with precision in today's market. \;\n \;\n​The go-to-market landscape has fundamentally shifted. What worked even two years ago may not work today\, with changes in how buyers discover solut ions\, evaluate options\, and make purchasing decisions. This session fo cuses on current\, effective approaches to reaching your market and driv ing adoption. We'll cover positioning strategies that resonate\, channel selection that matches your audience\, and launch tactics that generate meaningful traction in today's environment. \;\n \;\n​ProductTheo ry.io workshop series at Kiln: \;\n \;\n​There’s one challenge all founders have in common\, especially in 2025. It’s achieving product ma rket fit. \;\n \;\n​This free workshop series at Kiln is based on ProductTheory’s celebrated Product-Market Fit Canvas: a framework for en suring smart\, data-driven product development and market strategy. Open to both Kiln members and the broader entrepreneurial community. \;\ n \;\n​Why This Series Matters: Dr. Ali Maaxa has spent 20 years in t he trenches - from Big Tech innovation teams to zero-to-one product laun ches. She's seen what works and what wastes time. These aren't theoretic al workshops\; they're based on frameworks that have powered successful launches for AWS\, Recreation.gov\, and dozens of startups who went from idea to revenue. \;\n \;\n​Free for both Kiln members and the bro ader community because great products make everyone's ecosystem stronger . Just show up ready to work. \;\n \;\n​Open to both Kiln members and the broader entrepreneurial community. Non-members get a free day pa ss to Kiln with their participation. \;\n \;\n​Session 1: Building &\; Testing your MVP (Minimum Viable Product) 9/24/25\, 11:00 a.m.\, Kiln \;\n \;\n​Session 2: : Understanding Your Ideal Customer Pro file https://luma.com/7zmulrns 10/1/25\, Noon\, Kiln \;\n \;\n​Ses sion 3: Go-to-Market Strategy: New Approaches for the 2025 Landscape htt ps://lu.ma/xstcod52 10/8/25\, 11:00 a.m.\, Kiln: \;\n \;\n​Sessio n 4: Product-Market Discovery: A Deep-Dive for Learning\, Testing &\; Earning with Customers &\; Users https://luma.com/dx4xeeji 10/20/25\ , 1-3 p.m.\, Kiln \;\n \;\n​Kiln \;\n\n\nTags: startups\, gtm\, go to market\, product management\, ux\n\nImported from: http://calagat or.org/events/1250482227 URL:https://luma.com/xstcod52 SUMMARY:Go-to-Market Strategy: New Approaches for the 2025 Landscape: Nai ling Product-Market Fit: A Free Workshop Series: SESSION 3 LOCATION:Kiln: 1120 Southeast Madison Street\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250921T164823Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251001T130000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20251001T120000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250921T164823Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250921T164823Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482217 DESCRIPTION:Session 2: The Question of Who? Your ICP (Plus get a free wo rkday at KILN!) \;\n \;\n​Know your market as well as you know you r product. \;\n \;\n​One of the most critical decisions you'll mak e is defining who you're building for. Getting your Ideal Customer Profi le (ICP) right determines everything from product features to pricing to marketing channels. We'll explore proven frameworks for identifying and understanding your core market\, diving deep into customer motivations\ , pain points\, and buying behaviors. You'll leave with practical tools for customer research and a clear picture of who will become your most v aluable users and advocates. \;\n \;\n​There’s one challenge all f ounders have in common\, especially in 2025. It’s achieving product mark et fit. \;\n \;\n​This free workshop series at Kiln is based on Pr oductTheory’s celebrated Product-Market Fit Canvas: a framework for ensu ring smart\, data-driven product development and market strategy. Open t o both Kiln members and the broader entrepreneurial community. \;\n& #13\;\n​Why This Series Matters: Dr. Ali Maaxa has spent 20 years in the trenches - from Big Tech innovation teams to zero-to-one product launch es. She's seen what works and what wastes time. These aren't theoretical workshops\; they're based on frameworks that have powered successful la unches for AWS\, Recreation.gov\, and dozens of startups who went from i dea to revenue. \;\n \;\n​Free for both Kiln members and the broad er community because great products make everyone's ecosystem stronger. Just show up ready to work. \;\n \;\n​Session 1: Building &\; T esting your MVP (Minimum Viable Product) https://luma.com/r71wcfez 9/24 /25\, 11:00 a.m.\, Kiln \;\n \;\n​Session 2: : Understanding Your Ideal Customer Profile https://luma.com/7zmulrns 10/1/25\, Noon\, Kiln&# 13\;\n \;\n​Session 3: Go-to-Market Strategy: New Approaches for the 2025 Landscape https://lu.ma/xstcod52 10/8/25\, 11:00 a.m.\, Kiln: \ ;\n \;\n​Session 4: Product-Market Discovery: A Deep-Dive for Learnin g\, Testing &\; Earning with Customers &\; Users 1-3 p.m.\, Kiln\ n\nTags: workshop\, meetup\, training\, free\, startups\, product manage ment\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482217 URL:https://luma.com/7zmulrns SUMMARY:Understanding Your Ideal Customer Profile: Nailing Product-Market Fit: A Free Workshop Series: Session 2 LOCATION:Kiln: 1120 Southeast Madison Street\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250915T182009Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250926T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250926T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250915T182009Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250915T182009Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482205 DESCRIPTION:Startup Cafe is a great opportunity for founders and startup partners to connect\, learn\, and level up. Free coffee and donuts throu ghout the event! \;\n \;\nFeel free to drop by for 10 minutes or s tay the entire time...all are welcome! \;\n \;\nAgenda \;\n \;\n9:00a - 12:00p - Main Event Space \;\nGeneral networking\, coffee \, and donuts \;\n \;\n9:30a - 10:30a - Lessons in Scaling a Brand (Panel) \;\nWhat does it take to transform a product into a thriving business? Join Peter Choi\, owner of Choi’s Kimchi\, and Jamie Brandenb urg\, President &\; CEO of Trailblazer Foods\, for a candid conversat ion on scaling a brand\, navigating growth challenges\, and building las ting customer loyalty. Whether you’re in food\, tech\, or services\, the ir insights will help you think bigger about how to take your idea to th e next level. \;\n \;\n10:30a - 12:00p - Workshop: TBD \;\nTBD& #13\;\n \;\nThis event is in partnership with the City of Gresham Eco nomic Development Office. \;\n \;\nThis Hub programming is support ed by funding from Business Oregon. \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: meetup\, ne tworking\, free\, class\, panel\, startups\, founders\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482205 URL:https://www.portlandmetrohub.org/event-details/startup-cafe-rockwood- market-hall SUMMARY:Startup Cafe @ Rockwood Market Hall LOCATION:Rockwood Market Hall: 458 SE 185th Ave\, Gresham Oregon 97233 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250908T031437Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250924T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250924T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250908T031437Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250908T031437Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482197 DESCRIPTION: \;\nNailing Product-Market Fit Workshop Series *Session 1 *: Building &\; Testing your MVP (Minimum Viable Product) \;\n \;\n​ProductTheory.io workshop series at Kiln: \;\n​There’s one chall enge all founders have in common\, especially in 2025. It’s achieving pr oduct market fit. \;\n \;\n​This free workshop series at Kiln is b ased on ProductTheory’s celebrated Product-Market Fit Canvas: a framewor k for ensuring smart\, data-driven product development and market strate gy. \;\n \;\n​Open to both Kiln members and the broader entreprene urial community. Non-members get a free day pass to Kiln with their part icipation. \;\n \;\n​Why This Series Matters: Dr. Ali Maaxa has sp ent 20 years in the trenches - from Big Tech innovation teams to zero-to -one product launches. She's seen what works and what wastes time. These aren't theoretical workshops\; they're based on frameworks that have po wered successful launches for AWS\, Recreation.gov\, and dozens of start ups who went from idea to revenue. \;\n \;\n​Free for both Kiln me mbers and the broader community because great products make everyone's e cosystem stronger. Just show up ready to work. \;\n \;\n​Session 1 : Early Stages - Building Your First Customer-Facing Version (MVP) \ ;\n​Build smart from day one. \;\n \;\n​You're at one of the most exciting and challenging stages of your journey - turning your vision in to something real. The decisions you make now about what to build first will shape everything that follows. In this session\, we'll walk through how to create your MVP (Minimum Viable Product - your first testable ve rsion) strategically. Whether you're technical or business-focused\, you 'll gain clarity on prioritizing features\, validating assumptions early \, and building momentum with real user feedback. This is about setting yourself up for sustainable growth from the start. \;\n \;\n​The U pcoming Product-Market Fit Series at KILN PDX \;\n \;\n​A Free Wor kshop for All Founders\, Product People &\; Innovators \;\n​This f ree workshop series at Kiln is based on ProductTheory’s celebrated Produ ct-Market Fit Canvas: a framework for ensuring smart\, data-driven produ ct development and market strategy. Open to both Kiln members and the br oader entrepreneurial community. \;\n \;\n​Session 2: : Understan ding Your Ideal Customer Profile https://luma.com/7zmulrns 10/1/25\, Noo n\, Kiln \;\n \;\n​Session 3: Go-to-Market Strategy: New Approache s for the 2025 Landscape https://lu.ma/xstcod52 10/8/25\, 11:00 a.m.\, K iln: \;\n \;\n​Session 4: Product-Market Discovery: A Deep-Dive f or Learning\, Testing &\; Earning with Customers &\; Users https:/ /luma.com/dx4xeeji 10/20/25\, 1-3 p.m.\, Kiln \;\n \;\n​Open to bo th Kiln members and the broader entrepreneurial community. Non-members g et a free day pass to Kiln with their participation. \;\n \;\nLoca tion \;\nKiln \;\n1120 SE Madison St\, Portland\, OR 97214\, USA\n \nTags: startups\, free trainings\, event\, workshops\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482197 URL:https://luma.com/r71wcfez SUMMARY:Nailing Product-Market Fit Workshop Series *Session 1*: Building & Testing your MVP (Minimum Viable Product) LOCATION:Kiln: 1120 Southeast Madison Street\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250813T203742Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250912T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250912T093000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250813T203742Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250813T203742Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482168 DESCRIPTION:Generate Revenue Faster \;\nUnlock your first or next reve nue stream through strategic partnerships \;\n \;\nJoin the Metro Region Innovation Hub and Go‑To‑Market startup strategist Lesley Carsten s for a hands‑on workshop that shows you how to find and create partners hips to unlock your first — or an additional — revenue stream. Tech star tups will learn how to find the right partners\, engage them\, and penet rate your target market and ecosystem faster. \;\n \;\nGreat partn erships can give you: \;\n- Instant credibility \;\n- Scaled impac t \;\n- More opportunities \;\n- One great partnership can be wort h 1\,000 cold calls \;\n \;\nWorkshop agenda: \;\n9:30 - 10:30a m - Presentation/Overview &\; Q&\;A \;\n10:45-12:00pm - Optiona l Workshop \;\nLesley will randomly pick 1-2 startups in the room to do live outreach to prospective partners. Attendees will come away with a map for how to do partner outreach. \;\n \;\nBio: Lesley Carsten s is a Go-To-Market Strategist with 20+ years of experience driving grow th through high-value strategic alliances for both Fortune 500 companies and startups. She’s advised business luminaries like Keith Ferrazzi and Jay Abraham\, and believes your next big opportunity is already in some one else’s network — you just need to unlock it. https://www.linkedin.co m/in/lesleycarstens/\n\nTags: workshop\, startups\, event\, free\, boost rapping\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482168 URL:https://www.portlandmetrohub.org/event-details/generate-revenue-faste r SUMMARY:Generate Revenue Faster LOCATION:Metro Region Innovation Hub: 2130 SW 5th\, Portland OR 97201 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250813T203503Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250912T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250912T090000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250813T203503Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250813T203503Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482167 DESCRIPTION:Startup Cafe is a great opportunity for founders and startup partners to connect\, learn\, and level up. Free coffee and donuts throu ghout the event! Feel free to drop by for 10 minutes or stay the entire time...all are welcome! \;\n \;\n \;\nAgenda \;\n9:00a - 12: 00p - Main Event Space \;\nGeneral networking\, coffee\, and donuts&# 13\;\n \;\n9:30a - 10:30a - Presentation: Generate Revenue Faster wit h Lesley Carstens \;\nUnlock your first or next revenue stream throug h strategic partnerships. \;\n \;\n10:30a - 12:00p - Workshop: Gen erate Revenue Faster with Lesley Carstens \;\nLesley will randomly pi ck 1-2 startups in the room to do live outreach to prospective partners\ n\nTags: meetup\, networking\, free\, class\, revenue\, startups\, tech\ , partnerships\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482167 URL:https://www.portlandmetrohub.org/event-details/startup-cafe-the-hub SUMMARY:Startup Cafe @ The Hub LOCATION:Metro Region Innovation Hub: 2130 SW 5th\, Portland OR 97201 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250921T165928Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250908T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250908T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250921T165928Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250921T165928Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482218 DESCRIPTION:​Launch with precision in today's market. \;\n \;\n​The go-to-market landscape has fundamentally shifted. What worked even two years ago may not work today\, with changes in how buyers discover solut ions\, evaluate options\, and make purchasing decisions. This session fo cuses on current\, effective approaches to reaching your market and driv ing adoption. We'll cover positioning strategies that resonate\, channel selection that matches your audience\, and launch tactics that generate meaningful traction in today's environment. \;\n \;\n​ProductTheo ry.io workshop series at Kiln: \;\n \;\n​There’s one challenge all founders have in common\, especially in 2025. It’s achieving product ma rket fit. \;\n \;\n​This free workshop series at Kiln is based on ProductTheory’s celebrated Product-Market Fit Canvas: a framework for en suring smart\, data-driven product development and market strategy. Open to both Kiln members and the broader entrepreneurial community. \;\ n \;\n​Why This Series Matters: Dr. Ali Maaxa has spent 20 years in t he trenches - from Big Tech innovation teams to zero-to-one product laun ches. She's seen what works and what wastes time. These aren't theoretic al workshops\; they're based on frameworks that have powered successful launches for AWS\, Recreation.gov\, and dozens of startups who went from idea to revenue. \;\n \;\n​Free for both Kiln members and the bro ader community because great products make everyone's ecosystem stronger . Just show up ready to work. \;\n \;\n​Open to both Kiln members and the broader entrepreneurial community. Non-members get a free day pa ss to Kiln with their participation. \;\n \;\n​Session 1: Building &\; Testing your MVP (Minimum Viable Product) 9/24/25\, 11:00 a.m.\ , Kiln \;\n \;\n​Session 2: : Understanding Your Ideal Customer Pr ofile https://luma.com/7zmulrns 10/1/25\, Noon\, Kiln \;\n \;\n​Se ssion 3: Go-to-Market Strategy: New Approaches for the 2025 Landscape ht tps://lu.ma/xstcod52 10/8/25\, 11:00 a.m.\, Kiln: \;\n \;\n​Sessi on 4: Product-Market Discovery: A Deep-Dive for Learning\, Testing &\ ; Earning with Customers &\; Users https://luma.com/dx4xeeji 10/20/25 \, 1-3 p.m.\, Kiln\n\nTags: startups\, founders\, product management\n\n Imported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482218 URL:https://luma.com/xstcod52 SUMMARY:Go-to-Market Strategy: New Approaches for the 2025 Landscape\, Na iling Product-Market Fit: A Free Workshop Series: SESSION 3 plus free wo rkday at KILN LOCATION:Kiln: 1120 Southeast Madison Street\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250929T185816Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250908T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250908T110000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250929T185816Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250929T185816Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482226 DESCRIPTION:​Launch with precision in today's market. \;\n \;\n​The go-to-market landscape has fundamentally shifted. What worked even two years ago may not work today\, with changes in how buyers discover solut ions\, evaluate options\, and make purchasing decisions. This session fo cuses on current\, effective approaches to reaching your market and driv ing adoption. We'll cover positioning strategies that resonate\, channel selection that matches your audience\, and launch tactics that generate meaningful traction in today's environment. \;\n \;\n​ProductTheo ry.io workshop series at Kiln: \;\n \;\n​There’s one challenge all founders have in common\, especially in 2025. It’s achieving product ma rket fit. \;\n \;\n​This free workshop series at Kiln is based on ProductTheory’s celebrated Product-Market Fit Canvas: a framework for en suring smart\, data-driven product development and market strategy. Open to both Kiln members and the broader entrepreneurial community. \;\ n \;\n​Why This Series Matters: Dr. Ali Maaxa has spent 20 years in t he trenches - from Big Tech innovation teams to zero-to-one product laun ches. She's seen what works and what wastes time. These aren't theoretic al workshops\; they're based on frameworks that have powered successful launches for AWS\, Recreation.gov\, and dozens of startups who went from idea to revenue. \;\n \;\n​Free for both Kiln members and the bro ader community because great products make everyone's ecosystem stronger . Just show up ready to work. \;\n \;\n​Open to both Kiln members and the broader entrepreneurial community. Non-members get a free day pa ss to Kiln with their participation. \;\n \;\n​Session 1: Building &\; Testing your MVP (Minimum Viable Product) 9/24/25\, 11:00 a.m.\ , Kiln \;\n \;\n​Session 2: : Understanding Your Ideal Customer Pr ofile https://luma.com/7zmulrns 10/1/25\, Noon\, Kiln \;\n \;\n​Se ssion 3: Go-to-Market Strategy: New Approaches for the 2025 Landscape ht tps://lu.ma/xstcod52 10/8/25\, 11:00 a.m.\, Kiln: \;\n \;\n​Sessi on 4: Product-Market Discovery: A Deep-Dive for Learning\, Testing &\ ; Earning with Customers &\; Users https://luma.com/dx4xeeji 10/20/25 \, 1-3 p.m.\, Kiln \;\n \;\n​Kiln\n\nTags: tech\, startups\, suppo rt\, advising\, saas\, b2b\, B2C\, early stage\, product development\n\n Imported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482226 URL:https://luma.com/xstcod52 SUMMARY:Your Go-to-Market Strategy: New Approaches for the 2025 Landscape \, SESSION 3 of the Nailing Product-Market Fit: A Free Workshop Series LOCATION:Kiln: 1120 Southeast Madison Street\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250718T174511Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250823T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250823T140000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250718T174511Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250718T174511Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482138 DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2025 CETI Enchanted Technology Summer \;\n \;\nInstructors: Justin Patrizi \;\n \;\nSaturday\, August 23 2025 \, 2024. 2:00pm -- 5:00pm. \;\n \;\nHave you ever created somethin g interactive\, but weren’t sure how to bring it from your computer scre en or breadboarded Arduino to a finished installation that won’t break d own? In this workshop\, we’ll take a broad look at what it takes to laun ch an exhibit in a hands-on science museum\, build PNW weather-resistant LED art\, or keep people from prying apart escape room puzzles. Many ex amples will be passed around\, we will make and break some prototype com ponents\, and learn to anticipate where problems might occur to design b etter. \;\n \;\nPrerequisite: Some familiarity with creating insta llations. \;\n \;\nRequired Materials: Bring questions and curious ity \;\n \;\nPart of CETI's Enchanted Technology Summer 2025 \; \n\n\nTags: ceti\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/125048213 8 URL:https://ceti-etf25-indestinstall.eventbrite.com SUMMARY:How to Make Your Installation Indestructible: From Prototype to R eality LOCATION:CETI Lab at PSU. 1855 SW Broadway: 1855 SW Broadway\, Portland OR 97201 U.S.A. SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250805T163008Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250823 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250805T163008Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250805T163008Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482157 DESCRIPTION:This event runs from Saturday\, August 23\, 2025 at noon thro ugh Saturday\, September 6\, 2025 at 4pm.\n\nDescription:\n#LEARN THE AR T OF STAINED GLASS! \;\n \;\n@ Hedron Hackerspace \;\n2020 SE Bush Street\, PDX \;\n \;\n###Three Saturdays: Aug 23\, 30 &\; Sep 6 | 12-4pm \;\n###Location: Hedron Hackerspace \;\n###Instruct or: Silliam Bims \;\n###Level: All-Levels + Beginner-friendly \;\n ###Cost: $180 includes all materials and tools. \;\n \;\n###50% of proceeds go to support Hedron Hackerspace! \;\n \;\n \;\nBring your wildest images\, patterns\, and tessellations! \;\n \;\nThi s three-week workshop will introduce participants to the stained glass c opper foil technique — a versatile\, cold-glass method that allows for i ntricate\, lightweight\, and sculptural designs. \;\n \;\nCreate a colorful window panel\, a lantern that glows from within\, or a unique lampshade. This class will help you to confidently realize your ideas in two- or three-dimensional form. \;\n \;\nThe class will cover vis ual design\, pattern-making\, structural planning\, and hands-on skill-b uilding. Cold glass working techniques will be the focus. No kiln formin g or lampworking will be involved. \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\n \; \n##What You'll Learn: \;\n* How to cut and shape glass using hand to ols \;\n* How to apply copper foil and prepare pieces for soldering&# 13\;\n* How to solder safely and cleanly \;\n* How to use both tradit ional scribing and/or digital design tools \;\n* How to approach the construction of structurally sound 2D and 3D pieces \;\n* Finishing t echniques: patina\, cleaning\, and display \;\n \;\n##What's Provi ded: \;\n* Safety glasses \;\n* A broad selection of clear\, color ed\, and opaque sheet glass \;\n* Glass cutters\, nippers\, grinding implements\, pliers\, and soldering tools \;\n* Vinyl plotter for cut ting custom design guides \;\n* Copper foil\, solder\, flux\, lead ca me \;\n* A variety of support forms for assembling lamp shades \;\ n* Plenty of design help and encouragement! \;\n \;\n##What to Bri ng: \;\n* Closed-toe shoes and work-safe clothing \;\n* An old tow el you don't mind dedicating to your project \;\n* A sketchbook\, or reference images (optional but helpful) \;\n* Ideas\, curiosity\, and patience! \;\n \;\n \;\n#Schedule \;\n \;\n##Saturday\, August 23 – Foundations &\; Design \;\n \;\n* Overview of mater ials and tools \;\n* Cold glass cutting and grinding techniques \; \n* Pattern-making and structural considerations \;\n* Laying out and cutting your design \;\n \;\n##Saturday\, August 30 – Constructio n! \;\n \;\n* Applying copper foil \;\n* Soldering techniques&# 13\;\n* Assembly strategies for 3D forms (lanterns\, lampshades) \;\n * Continued work on individual projects \;\n \;\n##Saturday\, Sept ember 6 – Finishing &\; Display \;\n \;\n* Final soldering and adjustments \;\n* Cleaning\, patina\, and polish \;\n* Hanging and mounting methods \;\n* Group share and informal critique \;\n \;\n##Additional Info \;\n \;\n* No experience is necessary\, but attention to detail and respect for sharp materials is a must! \;\n* Class is limited to 12 participants to allow for plenty of tool time and individualized support. \;\n* A morning session will be provided if the class fills. \;\n \;\n \;\n#Sign up soon to save your spot! \;\n \;\n##Email first to confirm availability: SilliamBims@prot onmail.com \;\n \;\n##Then pay to reserve your spot: \;\nPaypal : Hedron Hackerspace \;\nVenmo: Hedron Hackerspace \;\n\n\nTags: # art\, #stainedglass\, #tessellations\, #HedronHackerspace\n\nImported fr om: http://calagator.org/events/1250482157 URL:https://wikiground.org/courses/HedronStainedGlass.html SUMMARY:Stained Glass @ Hedron Hackerspace LOCATION:Hedron Hackerspace: 2020 SE Bush St\, Portland OREGON 97202 Unit ed States SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250718T173413Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250823T133000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250823T103000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250718T173413Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250718T173413Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482136 DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we'll show you the technique of creating dig ital designs to attach to textiles. \;\n \;\nBring patterns and de signs into Bambu Studio\, a program for 3D printers\, and learn the work flow to create machine code so that they can make models that are attach ed to fabric. \;\n \;\nPrerequisite: Basics of 3D Printing. \;\ nRequired Materials: We've got the printer\, filament\, and plenty of fa bric \;\n \;\nPart of CETI's Enchanted Technology Summer 2025\n\nI mported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482136 URL:https://ceti-etf25-3dprinting-fabric.eventbrite.com SUMMARY:Fabricating Onto Fabric: 3D Printing on Cloth LOCATION:CETI Lab at PSU. 1855 SW Broadway: 1855 SW Broadway\, Portland OR 97201 U.S.A. SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250718T173738Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250810T123000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250810T103000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250718T173738Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250718T173738Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482137 DESCRIPTION:Part of the CETI Enchanted technology Summer 2025 \;\n \;\nInstructors: Bernardo Pantoja \;\n \;\nSunday\, August 10 2025 . 10:30am -- 12:30pm. \;\n \;\nA tool for creation\, documentation and exploration.The workshop aims to empower participants with the know ledge and skills needed to explore the potential of 360-degree cameras f or use in immersive and standard videos as well as a tool for 3D asset c reation. \;\n \;\nThe workshop will be composed of an in-lab talk covering an overview of the 360 camera\, filming best practices. . Follo wed by a hands on exploration of the gear on a short walk near the CETI lab capturing videos and stills. \;\n \;\n 12:30 pm (optional) Co ncluding with an overview of the app for post processing and export of m edia. And applications including\, 3D scanning and recording live action . At the end\, we will also experiment with our larger 360 camera explor ing\, streaming and recording live action. \;\n By the end of the wor kshop\, participants will have a solid grasp of how to use 360 cameras t o enhance their digital projects. \;\n \;\nPrerequisite: A curiosi ty about 360 cameras. \;\nRequired Materials: We will provide a 360 c amera but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one. If you have a laptop\, please bring one to save any files captured and created duri ng the course. CETI has a few that can be borrowed during the course.\n\ nTags: ceti\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482137 URL:https://ceti-etf25-360cam.eventbrite.com SUMMARY:Creating Panoramic and Cinematic Experiences with a 360 Camera LOCATION:CETI Lab at PSU. 1855 SW Broadway: 1855 SW Broadway\, Portland OR 97201 U.S.A. SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250729T170642Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250804T120000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250804T100000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250729T170642Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20250729T170642Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250482146 DESCRIPTION:​Quantifying and Refining a Startup Idea \;\nA good idea i s the foundation of a successful startup\, yet most founders struggle to characterize and enhance the strength of their idea — especially for st artups without customers. In this 2-hour hands-on workshop\, participant s will walk through a case study applying “Nascent Methodology\,” a nove l\, unique approach to identify the earliest signals of opportunity for startups without customers. Through guided exercises\, participants will search for People in Pain (an initial indication of potential customers ) and will quantify the Pain in dollars ($). By the end of the workshop\ , founders will be able to evaluate a startup idea in seconds. Participa nts will come away with a framework for evaluating and iteratively impro ving their own startup ideas. \;\n \;\nAdditionally\, participants in the workshop will be eligible to join a cohort of founders who will receive regular support as they apply this methodology in August and Sep tember.\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250482146 URL:https://lu.ma/mfqzpd4v SUMMARY:You've got an idea for a startup. Now what? Measure it. (Portland ) LOCATION:Metro Region Innovation Hub: 2130 SW 5th\, Portland OR 97201 SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR