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:20180311T020000 RDATE:20180311T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180827T205847Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20181010T193000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20181010T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180827T205847Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20180827T205847Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250474166 DESCRIPTION:***Registration through Eventbrite [https://www.eventbrite.co m/e/pdx-women-in-tech-pdxwit-project-presentations-tickets-49571320153] is required to gain entry to this event *** \;\n \;\nCollaboration \, support\, and the ability to clearly communicate about your project a re critical factors for success. The brainchild of Nathan Keene and Abee r Eltanawy\, this event is designed to: \;\n \;\n- introduce new i deas within our community \;\n- find solutions to project challenges& #13\;\n- encourage networking and collaboration \;\n- improve present ation skills \;\n- create access to mentors \;\n- provide a safe s pace to learn and grow \;\n- help you accelerate your project \;\n \;\nWho is it for? \;\n \;\nMembers with a coding\, hacking or maker project seeking a supportive audience who will provide potential solutions to challenges\, constructive questions and feedback. Please ap ply! \;\n \;\nMembers with a pet project on the back burner (or th e front one!) who would like to present\, discuss and gain traction? Com e on out and share it! \;\n \;\nFolks interested in hearing about innovative projects and providing helpful audience feedback. Join us! 3\;\n \;\n \;\nHow does it work? \;\n \;\nHere’s the scoop:& #13\;\n \;\nThe event starts with 15 minutes of networking. We will a lso encourage you to reconvene informally at the end. \;\n \;\n2 t o 3 projects will be selected for presentation. \;\n \;\nEach proj ect presenter has a maximum of 20 minutes for their project (10 minutes to present\, 10 minutes for brainstorming challenge solutions and receiv ing feedback). Presentations will be timed. \;\n \;\n \;\nHow d o I apply to present? \;\n \;\nIf you want to present your idea or project\, please fill out this form before September 13th\, 2018 and ch oose the Access to Invite-Only option to be invited to present\; first c onsideration will be given to the earliest entries. \;\n \;\nWe wi ll notify selected presenters by email on September 17th\, 2018. \;\n \;\n \;\nWhat if I want to attend but not present? \;\n \;\ nSign up for the event by clicking on the Free ticket Register link. \;\n \;\n \;\nWhat if I have more questions? \;\n \;\nPlease email hello@pdxwit.org for more information or with any questions. \ ;\n \;\n \;\nWe look forward to making this a successful evening f or the presenters and the audience. \;\n \;\nAgenda: \;\n \; \n5:30 p.m. - Door open \;\n \;\n5:35 p.m. - Introduction \;\n& #13\;\n5:45 p.m. - Refreshments/Networking \;\n \;\n6:00 p.m. - Pr esentation 1 \;\n \;\n6:20 p.m. - Presentation 2 \;\n \;\n6: 40 p.m. - Presentation 3 \;\n \;\n7:00 p.m. - Recap/Feedback/Annou ncements \;\n \;\n7:10 p.m. - Networking \;\n \;\n7:30 p.m. - Event ends \;\n \;\nEvent FAQ: \;\n \;\nQ: Will there be g ender neutral restrooms? \;\nA: Yes \;\n \;\nQ: Is the space AD A accessible? \;\nA: Yes\, access is via the freight elevator. \;\ n \;\nQ: Will there be food and drink at this event? \;\nA: Yes 3\;\n \;\nQ: What is the parking situation? \;\nA: No onsite parki ng. \;\n \;\nQ: Is there any special information that might help m e find the entrance? \;\nA:The main entrance is on Hoyt in-between 12 th and 13th. If someone needs assistance they will need to use the side entrance on 13th. \;\n \;\nQ: Is there secured bike parking? \; \nA: Yes \;\n \;\nQ: Should I consider using public transportation ? \;\nA: Yes\, parking can be difficult to find since location is on 13th. \;\n \;\nQ: Can I bring my dog? \;\nA: No\, we ask that y ou leave your furry friend home. Please note there may be office pets pr esent at this event. \;\n \;\nPurpose: \;\n \;\nPDXWIT is a community-based non-profit organization. Our purpose is to strengthen th e Portland women in tech community by offering educational programs\, pa rtnerships\, mentorships\, resources and opportunities. We are unifying a supportive environment for current and potential women in tech\, all o f whom are committed to helping each other. Our goal is to bring togethe r and empower women in tech and to encourage others to pursue tech caree rs. This is our step towards reducing the gender imbalance in the indust ry and addressing the current negative effects of that imbalance on wome n. \;\n \;\nOur events are inclusive. ALL people who support our p urpose are welcome.\n\nTags: portland or\, networking\, Science & Tech\, women in tech\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250474166 URL:http://www.pdxwit.org SUMMARY:PDX Women in Tech (PDXWIT) Project Presentations LOCATION:Caffelli: 1231 NW Hoyt Street\, Portland OR 97209 US SEQUENCE:2 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR