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ThursdayJan 23 2025Open Coworking @ UpStart Collective's NEW WESTSIDE!
WebsiteThe Metro Region Innovation Hub, Portland State Business Accelerator, and the UpStart Collective invite you for an open day of co-working at their new collaborative location at 2130 SW 5th Ave in downtown Portland.
Beginning at 9am you will be able to spend the day working closely with your peers, hearing more about the mission of the Metro Region Innovation Hub, and learn more about the UpStart Collective and its new location there in the building.
::::::No Client Based Service Providers, PLEASE!::::::::
Registration is required and space is limited.
Please take a moment to RSVP here. We will reach out with more instructions closer to the 23rd.
If you have any questions, please email Josh Carter at [email protected]
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Techworks "Workplace Wellness" Rad Workday
You’re invited to an exclusive Radious pop-up coworking day brought to you by Oregon Techworks Association.
During the event there’ll be coworking areas for togetherness, breakout rooms for private conversations or calls, and of course, a delicious lunch with guest speakers leading a fireside chat.
Stop by for an hour or two or stay the whole day. But make sure to reserve your spot - seats are limited!
Over lunch we'll be discussing Wellness That Works — A Holistic Approach to Health in the Workplace.
This engaging session, led by experts from Fundamental Fitness Labs, will dive into the symbiotic relationship between personal wellness and corporate success.
→ Join us for coworking, networking, and lively discussions all while enjoying a beautiful Radious space right in your neighborhood!
Seats are limited, so please be sure to reserve your spot as soon as possible by emailing [email protected].
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Demolicious and Metro Region Innovation Hub Launch
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JANUARY Demolicious will be at the NEW westside UpStart Collective location!
::::::: Please use the form below to apply to pitch for 2025!:::::::::
Demolicious is back! This monthly pitch event brings together founders and the community to learn about what is being built here and around Portland.
How this all works: If you are a founder, you will apply to pitch here (https://forms.gle/sx81RaT6Nuqj9sWR7). Don't worry. "Apply" simply means you want to pitch, but there's no real competitive process to be accepted. We just want to see what you're working on before we put you in front of a room full of people.
You will be given 3 minutes to pitch at the event.
The audience will be given a number to text and vote for their favorite one. The one with the most votes will go home with the Demolicious Championship belt.
The belt is not for you to keep as you will have to come back and "defend" it. However, you will be allowed to put your startup sticker (if applicable) on the belt for all to see and to live on forever in infamy!
We will post the projects/companies that will be pitching a week prior to the event. Which means you have until then to fill out the form.
Teams Pitching: TBD
Will you be the next founder to pitch!?!
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2025 Kick-Off Party: re:Invent Recap, tech talk, & moreWebsite
Join the Portland ASW User Group's Kick-Off Part at Lucky Labs in NW on Thursday, January 23rd from 6-9 pm.
Location: Private room at Lucky Labs NW! Food: Pizza & Salads provided! Drinks: Drink ticket provided!
Agenda: Networking & Food/Drinks AWS User Group Updates for 2025 w/ Emily Soward, AI Security & Privacy Technology Leader @ AWS re:Invent Recap w/ Andrew Kalik Director, Data Engineering @ NBCUniversal Tech Talk & Group Discussion w/ TBD Next event: Tech Talk?!
We are excited to be back for 2025! If you or someone you know would like to give a tech talk or presentation at any point in the coming year, please reach out to us.
Join our slack channel: https://join.slack.com/t/awsportlandusergroup/shared_invite/zt-2x5s7rxp3-Rizg87INFOQZjZzCZRxlDQ
Tomorrow
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FridayJan 24 2025Tech Talk: Leveraging Recruiters and Staffing Companies Hosted by Erik GrossWebsite
Unlock the secrets to leveraging recruiters and staffing companies for your tech career at this must-attend event, hosted by Erik Gross, Co-founder of The Tech Academy. Discover how to connect with recruiters, understand their processes, and utilize their expertise to your advantage. Gain practical strategies and tips to stand out and increase your chances of landing your ideal tech role.
Join us on Friday, January 24, 2025, at 1 PM PT | 3 PM CT | 4 PM ET for a valuable session that will help you make the most of the recruitment process.
Secure your spot now and don’t miss this chance to take your career to the next level!
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1st 2024 PDXR MeetupWebsite
It's 2025!
How did that Holiday Season go? Ready to get back to nerding out about XR and digital interactive in general?
Come meet up at the roof and geek out about Tech and Art. Interested in Out Of Home Interactives or "OOHi"? What is it? What does it mean? How do we do it?
So many questions...
See you here!
Next two weeks
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SaturdayJan 25 2025Silicon Forest Tech Summit: Advancing Technology & Building a Global CommunityWebsite
On January 25th, 2025, at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum, in Portland, Oregon! We are bringing together the entire tech ecosystem, uniting emerging tech startups, established corporations, innovative technologists, and educational institutions.
Join us for Lightning Talks, Tech Demos, and Networking with thought leaders and industry pioneers.
This year’s summit is titled Advancing Technology and Building a Global Community. We aim to spotlight emerging technologies, demystify advanced manufacturing, and illuminate the future of work and career opportunities in the tech industry.
The upcoming Silicon Forest Tech Summit promises to be a transformative gathering, spotlighting cutting-edge tech companies and amplifying inspiring stories from across the industry. With a diverse agenda and dedicated spaces for career insights and resources, this year’s summit will offer attendees a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore the latest tech innovations, and gain insights into Oregon’s rapidly evolving tech ecosystem.
Key Highlights: 🚀 600+ attendees: a dynamic audience of tech enthusiasts and community leaders. 🚀 30+ expert speakers: thought leaders sharing valuable perspectives and new ideas. 🚀 40+ companies: a broad network of startups, local companies and organizations. 🚀 17 BIPOC-led organizations: showcasing tech demos and celebrating diversity and innovation.
We will start 2025 off right with the Silicon Forest Tech Summit, advancing technology and building a global community. This event will unite visionaries, innovators, and community leaders to inspire, connect, and shape the future of technology. With a strong focus on inclusivity and collaboration, the summit is dedicated to strengthening the Pacific Northwest’s tech ecosystem and fostering ideas that drive meaningful change well beyond the event itself.
Website: www.STEAMcircuit.com Email: [email protected]
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SundayJan 26 2025PDX Code & Coffee @ Albina Press (On Albina Ave - In the back)Website
What to Expect:
Please RSVP ahead of time as we only have a limited amount of space.
Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. Drink some coffee, bring your laptop, and have engaging conversations. This is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your knowledge, and possibly collaborate on side projects, online courses, or even your day-to-day work tasks.
Still uncertain? Let's chat on Discord!
Venue:
The Venue is Albina Press, who is graciously allowing us to host a space. Check them out here: https://tinyurl.com/9vddcj65
Street Parking is available. The 4 Bus takes you from Downtown to the Historic Mississippi Ave & Albina St.
Agenda:
- 10 AM - Arrival: Find a spot in the back.
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10:15 AM - Introductions:
- Share your name
- Discuss your current projects or interests. If you don’t have a specific project, share what intrigues you!
- Mention your expertise and how you can assist others.
- Are you job hunting or hiring? Let us know!
- Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too.
- 12:30 PM - Wrapping Up: You can stay longer, but we'll officially be done! After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized. Find a social circle or grab a desk and code.
Links:
Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/JbGyY3bKTS If this link is down, visit the main site https://codeandcoffee.org/ click on the Discord button!
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MondayJan 27 2025People-Tracking Drones and the Portland Police Bureau–
OnlineWebsiteCity governments and police everywhere use drones -- to help fight fires, monitor bridge equipment, or respond to critical incidents. But drones have their dark sides, and their potential for invasive over-surveillance and harmful privacy impacts is profound.
Portland City Council voted unanimously in September to expand Portland Police Bureau’s drone program. Join Portland Investigative Journalist and Researcher Kate Kaye to learn about Portland Police Bureau’s drones, what these flying devices can do, how police have actually used them, and what city policy addressing drones and other surveillance tech does – and does not do. Kate will also share how others can help conduct similar research, and save lots of time for your questions.
Did you know:
Portland Police Bureau drone use has increased drastically - rising from between six and 18 times each month from June 2023 through October 2024 to more than 40 times in November 2024.
Some of Portland Police Bureau’s drones include cameras that can zoom-in on people and vehicles and track them from a far-off distance.
In many cases, PPB’s drones have been flown in neighborhoods where more people of color live and where poverty rates are higher than in other parts of the city and in Portland as a whole.
Portland Police have flown drones inside a family’s apartment and to monitor or search for people including juveniles.
PPB’s gun violence unit has patrolled neighborhoods in unmarked vehicles equipped with drones ready to deploy.
Please RSVP via Meetup or by sending an email to [email protected].
Speaker bio:
Kate Kaye is a journalist and researcher living in north Portland. She has reported on tech data use and its impacts for more than twenty years. The project and investigation described here was conducted entirely in her personal time. Kate’s reporting has been seen and heard in MIT Technology Review, NPR, Protocol, Bloomberg CityLab, OneZero, WSJ, Fast Company, and other media outlets. Kate is the founder of RedTailMedia.org, home to some of her work investigating algorithmic and surveillance tech use and policy in Portland including Banned in PDX, a podcast series about Portland’s facial recognition ban, and an investigation of the city’s collapsed partnership with Replica, a Google-affiliated location and mobility tracking company. Kate is the author of Campaign ’08: A Turning Point for Digital Media, a 2009 book on voter data use and digital politics.
By attending this TA3M meeting, you agree to follow our Code of Conduct: https://www.meetup.com/Portlands-Techno-Activism-3rd-Mondays/pages/22681732/Code_of_Conduct/
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Our events are intended to educate and share information related to technology and activism, and anyone who is there for this purpose is welcome. Because we value the safety and security of our members and strive to have an inclusive community, we do not tolerate harassment of members or event participants in any form.
Audio and video recording are not permitted at meetings without prior approval.
Our Code of Conduct (https://www.meetup.com/Portlands-Techno-Activism-3rd-Mondays/pages/22681732/Code_of_Conduct/) applies to all events run by Portland's TA3M. Please report any incidents to the event organizer.
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TuesdayJan 28 2025RainSec - PDX Information Security Meetup
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PLEASE NOTE: The December 2024 meetup deviates from our normal "last Tuesday" schedule, to avoid falling on New Years Eve. It is taking place a day before on Monday December 30th, at the usual time and place.
RainSec is an informal group of like-minded security professionals who meet to network and discuss topics of interest in a non-work, non-vendor setting.
While our target audience is experienced information security professionals, this is a public event open to any interested parties. If you have a friend or colleague who might benefit, please pass an invite along.
Follow @PDXRainSec on Twitter for last minute updates.
Because COVID-19 still presents significant risk to some members of our community, we ask that you observe the following and make your own risk assessment decision regarding your attendance:
- If outdoor seating is available and weather permits, we will be outside.
- If you are feeling sick, stay home!
- If you've had a recent COVID exposure, stay home!
- If you are not vaccinated, stay home!
- If you are otherwise considered high risk for COVID, please stay home until you feel it is safe to gather in large groups (20-40 people). We don't want to be the cause of anyone's illness or death.
You can also find us on Meetup.com and Google Groups.
If you're looking for more security-focused community meetups in the Portland area, check out pdx-infosec.com.
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WednesdayJan 29 2025Master Leading with Resilience and Agency to Thrive–
NedSpaceWebsiteStart 2025 Strong—Lead with Confidence, Resilience & Agency!
The start of a new year brings both opportunities and challenges, especially in high-stakes environments where leadership demands are high. Whether you’re navigating workplace dynamics, managing difficult business relationships, or tackling personal challenges, the pressure to succeed without losing your values or joy can feel overwhelming. Forcing resilience without agency is the road to burnout!
This breakthrough workshop is designed to help you overcome pressures and thrive—no matter the situation. Through a transformative framework and practical tools, you’ll gain the clarity, confidence, and resilience to: - Lead with presence and purpose. - Manage challenges with self-awareness and sovereignty. - Stay grounded and aligned with your values—even in high-pressure environments.
What You’ll Learn: ✅ Spot the subtle, early signs of stress that can derail your focus and well-being. ✅ Identify reactive patterns and discover how to shift them. ✅ Apply a transformative framework to lead with dignity, self-worth, and integrity. ✅ Practice powerful somatic and reflective techniques to stay centered and in control of your responses. ✅ Align your actions with your values to lead with resilience, agency and joy in any setting.
Who Should Attend:
This interactive session is for leaders, founders, and professionals in any industry ready to: - Elevate their leadership. - Build the clarity, confidence and agency in decision-making. - Thrive in their career, business, and personal life.
Event Details: 📅 Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:30AM - 11:30 PM Pacific Time 📍 Location: NedSpace, Portland 💰 Price: 👉🏽$10 Early Bird (ends 1/22/25) | $20 Regular (after 1/22/25) 🔗 Registration Link: https://bit.ly/4jbdR3l
Spots are limited—don’t wait to take the first step toward a thriving year!
♻️ Feel free to share this with anyone in your network who’s ready to elevate their leadership and start the new year with purpose and power.
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Workshop: Scaling Biotech and MedTech StartupsWebsite
This workshop by Biotech Bootcamp is designed to provide insights into the operational and strategic considerations for scaling up a MedTech or biotech startup, including project management, team building, and managing growth phases. Attendees will walk away understanding the startup lifecycle and risks, and will be empowered to scale "people and processes" at the appropriate times.
Location: 4640 S Macadam Ave Suite 230 Portland, OR 97239
Presented by
Travis Rappleye is a MedTech professional with over 24 years of experience in pre-commercial product development, project management, and operations. He is passionate about organizing and efficiently managing startup MedTech projects to make the most out of an organization's resources. In addition to practicing, he supports the next generation of MedTech professionals by lecturing at San Jose State University in the Biomedical Engineering program, and is developing standalone educational programming for MedTech founders.
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Women in Tech Panel at Brix Tavern in TualatinWebsite
ProFocus Technology is thrilled to host a dynamic panel of women on January 29th, 2025, to discuss Strategies for Women Leaders in Recruitment, Retention, and Management in the Tech Industry.
This event aims to create a collaborative environment where women tech leaders and emerging leaders can exchange ideas and strategies.
This event is focused on Strategies for Women Leaders in Recruitment, Retention, and Management in the Tech Industry. Do you identify as part of the target audience for this event? If so, RSVP today!
Event Details:
January 29th, 2025 4:15 - 5:45 PM with optional networking until 6:30 PM Food & beverages provided by ProFocus Technology More details about the panelists will be announced at a later date. Questions? Email [email protected].
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ThursdayJan 30 2025Entrepreneur Support Org Reverse PitchWebsite
The Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN), and partner Xcelerate Women, invite you to a dynamic gathering on Thursday, January 30th starting at 8:00 am where entrepreneur support and community organizations from the Portland Metro area will pitch their services, programs, accelerators and engagement opportunities directly to entrepreneurs, startup founders and business owners in 2 minutes with just a microphone!
Unlike traditional startup pitch events where founders give the pitch, we are flipping the script and bringing together organizations to pitch the services they offer that help entrepreneurs succeed.
Entrepreneurs will walk away from the event not only with new knowledge of regional resources but with valuable connections and actionable steps to help accelerate their business journey, from securing funding to enhancing their leadership skills to accessing support in other critical areas of business growth.
Join us for a morning interacting with the leaders and organizations that can help you figure out how to make your startup idea a reality!
Details
Location: Metro Region Innovation Hub, 2130 SW 5th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97201
Time: 8:00 – 10:30am
Agenda 8:00 am – Doors Open 8:30 am – Reverse Pitch Begins 9:30 am – Resource Fair & Networking 10:30 am – Event Ends
Cost: Free!
Please only register for this event if you are an Oregon or SW Washington founder or entrepreneur at an early, development or growth stage startup.
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Entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA)Website
Meet other entrepreneurs who are looking to acquire existing businesses, grow them, and exit.
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FridayJan 31 2025Tech Talk | Mastering the Job Search: Resumes, Interviews, and Negotiating OfferWebsite
Join us on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 1:00 PM PST for an insightful Tech Talk, "Mastering the Job Search: Resumes, Interviews, and Negotiating Offers" with Andrew Owen.
Learn from Andrew's expertise as he shares practical strategies to craft standout resumes, excel in interviews, and negotiate job offers with confidence. This session is packed with actionable advice to help you secure your ideal role and advance your tech career.
Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your job search skills and achieve your career goals!
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SaturdayFeb 1 2025Mentorship SaturdaysWebsite
We are both online via the link below and hosted in person thanks to Tech Academy!
Hosted by Aaron Campf. Online Teams Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YTljOWRlMDAtNThmZS00NzljLWE1YTEtZDhlODMyYzI0OTRi%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2282ea9e81-6f10-49e0-a1f1-d75b0b4c2e7c%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22143ee9d3-21a4-4da7-a1e8-2472c358110e%22%7d
Or call in (audio only) +1 872-240-8681,,882162595# United States, Chicago Phone Conference ID: 882 162 595#
Please join one of our community group chats
Slack https://join.slack.com/t/mentorshipsaturdays/shared_invite/zt-1mnjewbt2-rWJfxmqf6_JWtSSk~Svj0w
Discord https://discord.gg/nSCxgbcG7U
If there are any issues with joining in person or online please message on here and Slack or Discord
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TuesdayFeb 4 2025Startup Open Coffee in the CouveWebsite
Welcome All Founders and Tech Pros
• What we'll do You will drink coffee (and tea for those who are recovering caffeine addicts) and talk with other great founders and companies in our local area.
• What to bring Nada. Just a friendly demeanor and willingness to meet new great founders and talk about your project.
• Important to know This is REALLY not the place you want to come if you are looking for sales leads. This event is a place to meet and share your startup journey and talk about your project. While we appreciate all the members of our community, network marketing and sales reps will find many short unuseful conversations in this crowd. Thanks for understanding.