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:STANDARD DTSTART:20181104T020000 RDATE:20181104T020000 RDATE:20191103T020000 RDATE:20201101T020000 RDATE:20211107T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20190310T020000 RDATE:20190310T020000 RDATE:20200308T020000 RDATE:20210314T020000 RDATE:20220313T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190118T012445Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190121T213000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190121T180000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190118T012445Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190118T012445Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250474866 DESCRIPTION:Come join Out in Tech Portland for our FIRST SOCIAL OF 2019 a t Crush Bar! \;\n \;\nOut in Tech unites the LGBTQ+ tech community \, empowering aspiring tech leaders to improve our world by showcasing a ccomplished speakers\, producing timely and thought-provoking events\, a nd connecting our members to new opportunities and each other. As a 501( c)(3) non-profit\, we provide resources and mentorship to ensure career access for LGBTQ youth and provide web services for LGBTQ activists arou nd the world. \;\n \;\nIf you are interested in connecting with th e Out in Tech PDX chapter\, want to meet some fabulous people or are apa rt of / interested in the Tech industry\, then come mingle with us and h ave a few drinks. We'll be at Crush Bar on on Monday\, January 21st from 6:00 - 9:30pm. We are looking forward to seeing everyone there! \;\n \;\nNote: A BIG thank you to Diego Mancilla for volunteering his tim e and talent to build our beautiful graphics for this event. He maintain s his little corner of the web over at http://di-nation.com/\n\nTags: LG BT\, Queer\, bisexual\, gay\, lesbian\, meetup\, networking\, social\, t ech\, technology\, trans\, nonbinary\, LGBTQ\, BI\, qpoc\, LGBTQ+\, LGBT QIA\, LGBTQIA+\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250474866 URL:https://oitpdxjanuarysocial2019.eventbrite.com SUMMARY:Out in Tech PDX | January Social LOCATION:Crush Bar: 1400 Southeast Morrison Street\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190118T173825Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190130T213000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190130T180000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190118T173825Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190118T173825Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250474869 DESCRIPTION:Are you a developer\, data scientist\, engineer\, or product leader? Do you want to meet fellow LGBTQ+ folks who have created an app or have very strong opinions on the best programming language? We got y ou. Join Out in Tech PDX for Demos and Drinks at New Relic! \;\n \ ;\nApply to demo: bit.ly/PDXdemos \;\n \;\n \;\n6:00pm | doors& #13\;\n \;\n6:30pm | demos \;\n \;\n7:30pm | social + networkin g \;\n \;\n \;\nDrinks &\; snacks available. \;\n \;\n New Relic is located on the 27th floor. \;\n \;\n \;\nNote: A B IG thank you to Diego Mancilla for volunteering his time and talent to b uild our beautiful graphics for this event. He maintains his little corn er of the web over at http://di-nation.com or on his Instagram over at @ itsdieguito\n\nTags: BI\, LGBT\, LGBTQ\, LGBTQ+\, LGBTQIA\, LGBTQIA+\, Q ueer\, bisexual\, gay\, lesbian\, meetup\, networking\, nonbinary\, qpoc \, social\, tech\, technology\, trans\, demos\, demo\, talks\, talk\n\nI mported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250474869 URL:https://oitpdxdemos.eventbrite.com SUMMARY:Out in Tech PDX | Demos & Drinks LOCATION:New Relic: 111 SW 5th Avenue\, Suite 2700\, Portland Oregon 9720 4 United States SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190127T225337Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190205T213000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190205T180000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190127T225337Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190127T225337Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250474924 DESCRIPTION:Come join Out in Tech Portland for our February Social at Cru sh Bar! \;\n \;\nOut in Tech unites the LGBTQ+ tech community\, em powering aspiring tech leaders to improve our world by showcasing accomp lished speakers\, producing timely and thought-provoking events\, and co nnecting our members to new opportunities and each other. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit\, we provide resources and mentorship to ensure career acces s for LGBTQ youth and provide web services for LGBTQ activists around th e world. \;\n \;\nIf you are interested in connecting with the Out in Tech PDX chapter\, want to meet some fabulous people or are apart of / interested in the Tech industry\, then come mingle with us and have a few drinks. We'll be at Crush Bar on Tuesday\, February 5th from 6:00 - 9:30pm. We are looking forward to seeing everyone there! \;\n \;\ nNote: A BIG thank you to Diego Mancilla for volunteering his time and t alent to build our beautiful graphics for this event. He maintains his l ittle corner of the web over at http://di-nation.com/\n\nTags: BI\, LGBT \, LGBTQ\, LGBTQ+\, LGBTQIA\, LGBTQIA+\, Queer\, bisexual\, gay\, lesbia n\, meetup\, networking\, nonbinary\, qpoc\, social\, tech\, technology\ , trans\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250474924 URL:https://oitpdxfebruarysocial2019.eventbrite.com/?aff=Calagator SUMMARY:Out in Tech PDX | February Social LOCATION:Crush Bar: 1400 Southeast Morrison Street\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190319T231054Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190402T213000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190402T180000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190319T231054Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190322T185754Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250475273 DESCRIPTION:Come join Out in Tech PDX for our April Social at Crush Bar!& #13\;\n \;\nIf you are interested in connecting with the Out in Tech PDX chapter\, want to meet some fabulous people or are a part of / inter ested in the tech industry\, then come mingle with us and have a few dri nks. We'll be at Crush Bar on Tuesday\, April 2nd from 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm . Please RSVP through Eventbrite using the link above. We are looking f orward to seeing everyone there! \;\n \;\nOut in Tech unites the L GBTQ+ tech community\, empowering aspiring tech leaders to improve our w orld by showcasing accomplished speakers\, producing timely and thought- provoking events\, and connecting our members to new opportunities and e ach other. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit\, we provide resources and mentorsh ip to ensure career access for LGBTQ youth and provide web services for LGBTQ activists around the world.\n\nTags: LGBT\, Queer\, bisexual\, gay \, lesbian\, meetup\, networking\, social\, tech\, technology\, trans\, transgender\, nonbinary\, BI\, qpoc\, LGBTQ\, LGBTQ+\, LGBTQIA\, LGBTQIA +\, nonprofit\, diversity\, inclusion\, Pride\, pdxsw\, pdxstartupweek\, Portland Startup Week\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/125 0475273 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/out-in-tech-pdx-april-social-tickets-590 82505364?aff=efbeventtix&fbclid=IwAR14oJnNcDW1EJkKbnVifuawczAVuaEeA8WKw9 sxx_ULkk7U_RHJjTos-vg SUMMARY:Out in Tech PDX | April Social LOCATION:Crush Bar: 1400 Southeast Morrison Street\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190422T181613Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190507T213000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190507T180000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190422T181613Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190422T181613Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250475494 DESCRIPTION:Come join Out in Tech Portland for our May Social at Crush Ba r! \;\n \;\nOut in Tech unites the LGBTQ+ tech community\, empower ing aspiring tech leaders to improve our world by showcasing accomplishe d speakers\, producing timely and thought-provoking events\, and connect ing our members to new opportunities and each other. As a 501(c)(3) non- profit\, we provide resources and mentorship to ensure career access for LGBTQ youth and provide web services for LGBTQ activists around the wor ld. \;\n \;\nIf you are interested in connecting with the Out in T ech PDX chapter\, want to meet some fabulous people or are apart of / in terested in the Tech industry\, then come mingle with us and have a few drinks. We'll be at Crush Bar on Tuesday\, May 7th from 6:00 - 9:30pm. W e are looking forward to seeing everyone there! \;\n \;\nNote: A B IG thank you to Ovidio Francisco-Juan for volunteering his time and tale nt to build our beautiful graphics for this event. He maintains his litt le corner of the web over at http://ovidio.design\n\nTags: LGBT\, Queer\ , bisexual\, gay\, lesbian\, meetup\, networking\, social\, tech\, techn ology\, trans\, nonbinary\, LGBTQ\, BI\, qpoc\, LGBTQ+\, LGBTQIA\, LGBTQ IA+\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250475494 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/out-in-tech-pdx-may-social-tickets-60713 279052 SUMMARY:Out In Tech PDX | May Social LOCATION:Crush Bar: 1400 Southeast Morrison Street\, Portland OR 97214 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190422T182026Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190529T200000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190529T180000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190422T182026Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190422T182026Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250475496 DESCRIPTION:Are you a developer\, data scientist\, engineer\, or product leader? Do you want to meet fellow LGBTQ+ folks who have created an app or have very strong opinions on the best programming language? We got yo u. Join Out in Tech PDX for Demos and Drinks at Cloudability! \;\nApp ly to demo: bit.ly/PDXdemos \;\n \;\n6:00pm | doors \;\n6:30pm | demos \;\n7:30pm | social + networking \;\n \;\nDrinks &\; snacks available. \;\nNote: A BIG thank you to Diego Mancilla for vo lunteering his time and talent to build our beautiful graphics for this event. He maintains his little corner of the web over at http://di-natio n.com or on his Instagram over at @itsdieguito\n\nTags: LGBT\, Queer\, b isexual\, gay\, lesbian\, meetup\, networking\, social\, tech\, technolo gy\, trans\, nonbinary\, LGBTQ\, BI\, qpoc\, LGBTQ+\, LGBTQIA\, LGBTQIA+ \, demo\, demonstration\, project\, code\, technical\, presentation\n\nI mported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250475496 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/out-in-tech-pdx-demos-and-drinks-may-201 9-tickets-60714315151 SUMMARY:Out In Tech PDX | May Demos and Drinks LOCATION:Cloudability: 334 NW 11th Avenue\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190524T222207Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190612T220000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190612T180000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190524T222207Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20190524T222207Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250475660 DESCRIPTION:Time to bust out the floral print because the sun is back fro m its winter-long hiatus\, flowers are blooming\, and that can only mean one thing: pride is just around the corner\, and Out in Tech wants to p arty with you! \;\n \;\nCome kick off your 2019 pride season with Out in Tech at New Relic on Wednesday\, June 12th! \;\n \;\n6:00 P M - 10:00 PM \;\n \;\n \;\nDrinks &\; snacks graciously prov ided by New Relic. \;\n \;\nNote: A BIG thank you to Diego Mancill a for volunteering his time and talent to build our beautiful graphics f or this event. He maintains his little corner of the web over at http:// di-nation.com or on his Instagram over at @itsdieguito \;\n \;\n&# 13\;\n \;\nOut in Tech unites the LGBTQ+ tech community. We do this b y creating opportunities for our 25\,000 members to advance their career s\, grow their networks\, and leverage tech for social change. For more \, outintech.com. \n\nTags: LGBT\, Queer\, bisexual\, gay\, lesbian\, me etup\, networking\, social\, tech\, technology\, trans\, nonbinary\, LGB TQ\, BI\, qpoc\, LGBTQ+\, LGBTQIA\, LGBTQIA+\n\nImported from: http://ca lagator.org/events/1250475660 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/out-in-tech-pdx-pride-kickoff-2019-ticke ts-61742240704 SUMMARY:Out in Tech PDX | Pride Kickoff 2019 LOCATION:New Relic: 111 SW 5th Avenue\, Suite 2700\, Portland Oregon 9720 4 United States SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210317T184650Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210330T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210330T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210317T184650Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210317T184650Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250477626 DESCRIPTION:StartOut presents VC Relationship Building. Discover the best strategies and tangible steps on how to build authentic relationships i n the small business world. \;\n \;\nOur panelist will share their top tips on how to create and establish relationships with private inve stors. \;\n \;\nLearn from their years of experience working with startup ventures and small companies to imprint actionable steps to grow your network. \;\n \;\nPanelists: \;\n \;\nTaj Ahmad Eldrid ge\, Partner - Include Venture Partners \;\nNgozi Bell\, Partner - Tr ans-Sahara Investment Corporation (TSIC) \;\n \;\nModerator: \; \n \;\nKelly McDonald\, Founder/CEO - Kyndoo \;\n \;\n \;\nS tartOut\, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization\, is the largest national organization to support LGBTQ entrepreneurs with 17\,000 member s nationwide. Its mission is to increase the number\, diversity\, and im pact of LGBTQ entrepreneurs and amplify their stories to drive the econo mic empowerment of the community. StartOut helps aspiring LGBTQ entrepre neurs start new companies\; supports current entrepreneurs as they grow and expand their existing businesses\; and engages successful entreprene urs as role models and mentors\, on its online portal and through target ed events nationwide.\n\nTags: LGBTQ\, LGBT\, entrepreneur\, founder\, v c\, investor\, community\, LGBTQIA\n\nImported from: http://calagator.or g/events/1250477626 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/144092080291 SUMMARY:VC Relationship Building LOCATION:Digital Webinar: false SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210317T191335Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210415T163000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210415T150000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210317T191335Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210317T191335Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250477627 DESCRIPTION:StartOUT's VC/Fundraising Programming Board Presents an " \;Ask Me Anything"\; discussion on early stage fundraising paneled b y some of today's leading stars in the investment arena! \;\n \;\n For a founder trying to raise funding\, sometimes it seems like the whol e process is just a knotted mess of confusion. Wouldn't it be nice to ha ve a room full of qualified investors to simply answer your questions an d help untangle the process? Come to StartOUT's Early Stage Fundraising AMA for just that opportunity. \;\n \;\nWe've assembled a group of today's leading investors who understand the value of diversity and inc lusion and are willing to answer your most pressing questions. Questions will be answered during the event\, no need to submit in advance\, so b ring them with you. \;\n \;\nPanelists: \;\n \;\nKelli Jones \, Managing Partner - Sixty8 Capital \;\nLorenzo Thione\, Managing Di rector - Gaingels \;\nCharlie O'Donnell\, Founder/General Partner - B rooklyn Bridge Ventures \;\nRei Tran\, Investment Associate - Accelep rise \;\n \;\nModerator: \;\n \;\nJessica Bussert\, Founder/ CEO - Wave Therapeutics \;\n \;\n \;\nStartOut\, a national 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization\, is the largest national organization to support LGBTQ entrepreneurs with 17\,000 members nationwide. Its missio n is to increase the number\, diversity\, and impact of LGBTQ entreprene urs and amplify their stories to drive the economic empowerment of the c ommunity. StartOut helps aspiring LGBTQ entrepreneurs start new companie s\; supports current entrepreneurs as they grow and expand their existin g businesses\; and engages successful entrepreneurs as role models and m entors\, on its online portal and through targeted events nationwide.\n\ nTags: LGBT\, LGBTQ\, LGBTQIA\, startup\, founder\, entrepreneur\, fundr aising\, capital\, ama\, earlystage\, vc\, investor\n\nImported from: ht tp://calagator.org/events/1250477627 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/142272283229 SUMMARY:Early Stage Fundraising AMA LOCATION:Zoom Webinar: false SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210317T194347Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210511T173000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210511T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210317T194347Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210317T194347Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250477628 DESCRIPTION:Looking to meet new professional contacts but want to skip th e small talk? Interested in getting help in facing work challenges head on? Ready to learn the best way to have positive and supportive professi onal relationships to become a better leader? \;\n \;\nWelcome to the power of peer coaching. \;\n \;\nPeer coaching is awesome! It' s a mutually supportive\, powerful form of learning and development wher e peers work together to reflect\, share ideas\, teach one another\, or solve problems in the workplace through deep inquiry\, accountability\, direct feedback\, and encouragement. \;\n \;\nPeer coaching also h elps build emotional intelligence\, which is indispensable when stepping into leadership positions. The best leaders take the time to learn and practice skills like active listening\, empathy\, open communication and effective feedback\, which can all be learned through practicing succes sful peer coaching relationships. \;\n \;\nJoin StartOut for a 1-h our peer coaching event where attendees will: \;\n \;\nLearn basic peer coaching strategies like active listening\, asking open questions and giving/getting effective feedback \;\nGet matched with 3 new peop le and meet 1:1 together for 15 minute breakout sessions \;\nGet to k now each other by sharing your story with conversation prompts\, practic e your new peer coaching strategies\, and create meaningful connections& #13\;\nHave the opportunity to stay in touch and continue supporting you r new contacts throughout the year \;\n \;\nAbout the host: \;\ n \;\nHi! I'm Tracy (they/she)\, a StartOut programming board member. I design strategic programs for client companies who focus on community . In the past I've built experiences for Airbnb\, Girl Scouts\, Ketel On e\, the Alliance for Downtown New York\, the Brooklyn Museum and more.&# 13\;\n \;\nI'm also an independent creator\, building events and prog rams like Lady Boss (curated talks and speed mentoring for womxn and non -binary people)\, Radical Sabbatical (a creative retreat to take a break and make some progress) and Queer Future (a community for LGBTQIA+ folx to talk about work). \;\n \;\nI've also participated in many grou p coaching\, peer-led or cohort-based learning experiences over the year s\, so I know a lot about collaboration\, active listening\, asking hone st questions\, and giving/receiving feedback. \;\n \;\n \;\n 3\;\n \;\nStartOut\, a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization\, i s the largest national organization to support LGBTQ entrepreneurs with 17\,000 members nationwide. Its mission is to increase the number\, dive rsity\, and impact of LGBTQ entrepreneurs and amplify their stories to d rive the economic empowerment of the community. StartOut helps aspiring LGBTQ entrepreneurs start new companies\; supports current entrepreneurs as they grow and expand their existing businesses\; and engages success ful entrepreneurs as role models and mentors\, on its online portal and through targeted events nationwide.\n\nTags: LGBT\, LGBTQ\, LGBTQIA\, st artup\, peer\, coach\, coaching\, people\, culture\, feedback\, workshop \n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250477628 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/peer-pressure-a-peer-coaching-event-tick ets-145352658715 SUMMARY:Peer Pressure: A Peer Coaching Event LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Webinar: false SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210512T215149Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210517T170000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210517T160000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210512T215149Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210512T215149Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250477731 DESCRIPTION:StartOut in partnership with Zx Ventures invites you to a pan el conversation: \;\n \;\nWe welcome emerging brands\, and LGBTQ f ounders\, as we look to the future of CPG/B2C in the food &\; beverag e industry and the impact of COVID-19 on consumer behavior. \;\n \ ;\nHow have consumers changed? \;\n \;\nHow do we need to change t o meet the new needs of our customers? \;\n \;\nIn this conversati on we highlight the experiences and challenges of consumer and community -centric brands and what they are planning for their re-emerging in a po st-pandemic world. \;\n \;\nModerator: \;\n \;\nTanner Cohen \, Co-Founder of Babe Wine \;\n \;\nPanelists: \;\n \;\nKadi Findling\, Founder of myCoffeePass \;\n \;\nKadi is the VP of Sal es &\; Marketing at Los Altos Coffee and founder of myCoffeePass. She aims to inspire people to support local — local coffee shops &\; loc al nonprofits. myCoffeePass is dedicated to giving 5% of profits back to local nonprofits in Texas. \;\n \;\nMatt Cortland &\; David Du ckworth\, Co-Founders of The Cauldron Company \;\n \;\nThe Cauldro n® Co. is a technology-led entertainment studio that delivers immersive experiences &\; products through hospitality. We blend science &\; tech with food\, beverage\, and retail. \;\n \;\nBrandon Burrell\ , Founder of Alkaline Fresh \;\n \;\nBrandon Burrell is a former W all Street Banker\, Serial International Entrepreneur &\; Founder of Alkaline Fresh. After years of enjoying an alkaline diet\, he realized t hat most consumers have limited options to purchase quick\, healthy alka line meals and created Alkaline Fresh.\n\nTags: LGBTQ\, founder\, food\, beverage\, entrepreneurs\, future\, LGBTQIA\n\nImported from: http://ca lagator.org/events/1250477731 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/151844293369 SUMMARY:Food & Beverage Futures after COVID-19 LOCATION:Zoom Webinar: false SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210512T215508Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210527T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210527T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210512T215508Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20210512T215508Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250477732 DESCRIPTION:We know that investors often look for patterns\, referrals an d pedigree to make the investment process efficient\, safely fitting int o established norms. \;\n \;\nThe unintended consequence is that b rilliant founders without the right connections are often passed over. T his expresses itself in many ways but often we see that LGBTQIA+\, Black \, Latinx\, and Native American founders are largely left out of the VC ecosystem. \;\n \;\nToday\, companies are creating specific\, appl ication based\, Opportunity Funds - their goals being inviting more unde rrepresented founders into the global ecosystem. This looks like a diver se Investment Committee that includes members from both inside and outsi de of the investment institution\, the goal being to review at early sta ge investments alongside growth investments. \;\n \;\nThe result? Underestimated founders have access to direct capital. \;\n \;\nJo in StartOut Founders\, Morrison &\; Foerster\, and Bank of America/Me rrill Lynch as we discuss how investors set up these kinds of funds\, wh at current programs look like\, how to maintain these funds\, and how to bring investors and entrepreneurs into this ecosystem. \;\n \;\nM oderator: \;\n \;\nAlexa Hall\, Startup Program Manager - Google C loud \;\n \;\nSupporting Panelists: \;\n \;\nFredo Silva - P artner\, Morrison &\; Foerster - Event Sponsor \;\n \;\nFredo S ilva is one of the Partners of Morrison &\; Foerster. We are an inter national law firm with lawyers practicing throughout the United States\, Asia\, and Europe working with large businesses to secure their funds a nd support a diverse ecosystem. \;\n \;\nKimelyn Harris - SVP\, ES G and Public Policy\, Bank of America - Event Sponsor \;\n \;\nKim elyn Harris is an ESG Program Executive for the Racial Equality and Econ omic Opportunity initiative at Bank of America. In this role\, she is re sponsible for executing programming to support the bank’s $1.25 billion\ , 5-year effort to advance economic opportunity\, health care initiative s and racial equality\, for people and communities of color. Kimelyn dri ves business planning and integration for this companywide initiative wh ile also working to identify and build partnerships with organizations\, institutions and community leaders. \;\n \;\nRiana Lynn - CEO &am p\; Co-Founder\, Journey Foods \;\n \;\nRiana leads fast-growing s oftware startup Journey Foods. The company is backed by top VCs in North America\, Europe and Asia. Riana has served as a top consultant and VC to fortune 500 food and CPG companies. She's currently an angel investor and former Google Entrepreneur in Residence. She is one of just a few d ozen black women that have raised more than a million dollars in venture funding. Riana has been featured in Forbes\, MIT 35 under 35\, USA Toda y\, Fast Company\, CNBC\, Wired\, TechCrunch\, Entrepreneur Magazine and more. \;\n \;\nA Chicago native and Austin-based that enjoys grow ing fruit trees\, writing film scripts\, and exploring black culinary an d architectural heritage sites around the world. She currently sits on t he board of AGLIFF\, one of the country's largest annual and inclusive f ilm fests. \;\n \;\nDamola Ogundipe - CEO &\; Co-Founder\, Civi c Eagle + Advisor for Lunar Startups \;\n \;\nDamola Ogundipe is t he co-founder and CEO of Civic Eagle\, a company building technology to make government policy tracking easier for people and organizations. Dam ola is a graduate of The University of Minnesota-Twin Cities where he ea rned a Bachelor of Science in Finance. He’s a 2018 Camelback Fellow and 2017 Google for Startups Entrepreneur in Residence. Damola is a member o f Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity\, Inc. In his free time\, he enjoys sports and documentaries. \;\n \;\nDan Vaughn - Senior Director/Associate General Counsel\, M&\;A and Equity for PayPal\n\nTags: LGBT\, LGBTQ\ , LGBTQIA\, opportunty\, fund\, investor\, diversity\, founder\, entrepr eneur\, finance\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250477732 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/153044926495 SUMMARY:Driving Impact with Diversity-Based Opportunity Funds LOCATION:Zoom Webinar: false SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20211221T195422Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220120T130000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220120T120000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20211221T195422Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220112T233139Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250478022 DESCRIPTION:**Registration through Zoom is required to gain entry to this virtual event** \;\n \;\nThe wise video game director of “Tell Me Why\,” Florent Guillaume said\, “...authentic representation was crucia l\, in part\, because video games can put you in the shoes of characters that you don't necessarily relate to.” Gaming is a big industry. With r epresentation from all over the world\, it takes more than just code to represent the authenticity of a character within a game. It also means t hat the people creating it are well represented in order to provide as a ccurate a representation of the cultures and behaviors enacted within a game. \;\n \;\nJoin PDXWIT for this panel discussion to learn more about how game acculturation is changing the gaming industry and what i t takes to create characters and stories that you and I can relate to in a virtual environment. \;\n \;\nFacilitated by Crystal Sincoff an d Hazel Valdez\, you will hear from Kate Edwards\, Executive Director of Global Game Jam\, as well as game developers including Lauren Lizardo a nd Zach Deocadiz as they discuss what’s happening in the gaming industry today. \;\n \;\n \;\nYou will also hear from our host and find out if they have open positions. \;\n \;\nAgenda: \;\n12:00 p. m. - Event opens/networking \;\n12:05 p.m. - Introductions \;\n12: 10 p.m. - Panel discussion begins \;\n12:50 p.m. - Q&\;A \;\n1: 00 p.m. - Event ends \;\n \;\nPurpose: \;\nPDXWIT is building a better tech industry by creating access\, dismantling inequities and fu eling belonging. Our events are inclusive. ALL people who support our pu rpose are welcome.\n\nTags: networking\, technology\, women\, bipoc\, LG BTQ\, gaming\, LGBTQIA\, tech\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/eve nts/1250478022 URL:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NC4UV1gOQ12hoeSdCQv-Og SUMMARY:PDXWIT Presents: LGBTQ+ in Tech: Authentic Representation in the Gaming Industry LOCATION:virtual: false SEQUENCE:4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220504T172628Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220601T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220601T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220504T172628Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220504T172628Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250478220 DESCRIPTION:Registration through Zoom required. \;\n \;\nWhen we th ink about the queer community we think about those amazing people that b ring us all together. From LGBTQ+centric organizations to leaders who lo ve to create connections\, we want to celebrate their work and continue to build an even broader community! \;\n \;\nPRIDE is every day an d we want you to join PDXWIT as we come together to celebrate how love w ill keep us together! \;\n \;\nFacilitated by Crystal Sincoff and Hazel Valdez\, we’ll hear from Salome Chimuku\, DeAngelo Crane\, and Kat y Byrtus in this inclusive panel. \;\n \;\nAgenda: \;\n5:00 p.m . - Event opens/networking \;\n5:05 p.m. - Introductions \;\n5:10 p.m. - Panel discussion begins \;\n5:50 p.m. - Q&\;A \;\n6:00 p.m. - Event ends \;\n \;\nPurpose: \;\n \;\nWe are buildi ng a better tech industry by creating access\, dismantling inequities an d fueling belonging. \;\n \;\nOur events are inclusive. ALL people who support our mission are welcome.\n\nTags: technology\, wit\, bipoc\ , LGBTQIA\, Mixer\, networking\, panel\, leadership\, mentorship\n\nImpo rted from: http://calagator.org/events/1250478220 URL:https://www.pdxwit.org/upcoming-events/2022/06/01/lgbtq-in-tech-love- will-keep-us-together SUMMARY:PDXWIT LGBTQ+ in Tech: Love Will Keep Us Together LOCATION:Online via Zoom: false SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220518T192817Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220607T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220607T163000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220518T192817Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220518T192817Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250478256 DESCRIPTION:In recent years\, one of the most exciting developments in th e world of investing has been the development of investment crowdfunding . \;\n \;\nWith this new type of investing\, there is a chance you could make money from startups\, expanding businesses\, and even real e state in a way that hasn't been possible before. \;\n \;\nThis int eractive series brought to you by StartOut's VC and Investor Programming Board\, in partnership with iFundWomen\, will be paving the path to mak ing investments outside of traditional portfolio tools. \;\n \;\nM oderator: Alex Cox-Cuzzi\, SMBX \;\nSpeaker: Ashley Olafsen\, Startup Coach\, iFundWomen\n\nTags: LGBTQ\, funding\, crowdfunding\, founder\, investor\, entrepreneur\, LGBTQIA\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org /events/1250478256 URL:https://bit.ly/37FIs9p SUMMARY:Kickstart Your Investment Career with Crowdfunding LOCATION:Online via Zoom: false SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR