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:20131103T020000 RDATE:20131103T020000 RDATE:20141102T020000 RDATE:20151101T020000 RDATE:20161106T020000 RDATE:20171105T020000 RDATE:20181104T020000 RDATE:20191103T020000 RDATE:20201101T020000 RDATE:20211107T020000 RDATE:20221106T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20140309T020000 RDATE:20140309T020000 RDATE:20150308T020000 RDATE:20160313T020000 RDATE:20170312T020000 RDATE:20180311T020000 RDATE:20190310T020000 RDATE:20200308T020000 RDATE:20210314T020000 RDATE:20220313T020000 RDATE:20230312T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20140101T182616Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20140115T201500 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20140115T183000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20140101T182616Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20140114T164638Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250465417 DESCRIPTION:It is a common pattern for advocates of any kind (Agile\, Qua lity\, Process Improvement methods\, Waterfall\, etc.) to start off bang ing a drum with almost religious zealotry. “This is the way to achieve q uality products!” “Follow me or be cast aside!” I have certainly done th is and many of the change agents and forward thinkers I respect in the i ndustry have struggled with this as well in their careers. However\, rid ing a train of dogmatic viewpoints and practices has\, in many cases\, r uined the original efforts of change agents and more tragically\, create d bad patterns of development. This presentation (also presented at the Pacific Northwest Software Quality Conference earlier this year) will ex plore how we can clarify our intentions and work towards creating an env ironment where the people involved are empowered to think and experiment but still march in the same general direction. As product development b ecomes more and more complex\, different approaches are needed to get to the right outcome and we can no longer afford to apply rigid methods th at worked for a simpler environment. This presentation will help the aud ience think critically about where they are being too dogmatic in their efforts while introducing some new ways of thinking around complex adapt ive systems and complex product development. The full paper written for this conference presentation can be found here: http://www.uploads.pnsqc .org/2013/papers/t-095_Stadick_paper.pdf \;\n \;\nOur Speaker:  3\;\nRhea Stadick is an Organizational Coach at Intel\, Corp. She has sp ent the last eight years in software quality and development of engineer ing teams. Today she helps organizations across her company develop cult ures and competencies to create thriving work environments that support excellence in product development. She received her B.S. in Computer Sci ence from Oregon State University and M.B.A. from Willamette University. For the past several years she has organized the Rose City Software Pro cess Improvement Network (SPIN) in the Portland-metro area that gathers professionals in the area to learn and network. \;\n \n\nTags: agile\ , agilepdx\, teams\, enterprise\, dogmatism\, workplace\, empowerment\n\ nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250465417 URL:http://www.agilepdx.org SUMMARY:Agile PDX Evening: The Tail that Wags the Dogma LOCATION:Puppet: 308 SW 2nd Ave Fifth Floor\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220901T222832Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220920T130000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220920T120000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220901T222832Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220901T222832Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250478506 DESCRIPTION:Join PDXWIT as we kick off Latinx Heritage Month with our fri ends at Nike! Come for the dynamic lightning talks\, and stay for the ne tworking and community building. ¡Hasta pronto! \;\n \;\nJob seeki ng? Connect directly with recruiters and hiring managers who have open r oles on the PDXWIT job board in a dedicated breakout session after the m ain event. \;\n \;\nASL interpretation and closed captions will be available. Contact hello@pdxwit.org if you have other accessibility nee ds. \;\n \;\nHope to see you there! \;\n \;\nAgenda: \;\n 12:00 p.m. - Event opens/Networking \;\n12:05 p.m. - Introductions 3\;\n12:20 p.m. - PDXWIT Announcements and lightning talk \;\n12:35 p .m. - Networking in breakout rooms \;\n1:10 p.m. - Event ends \;\n \;\nPurpose: \;\nWe are building a better tech industry by creati ng access\, dismantling barriers and fueling belonging. \;\n \;\nO ur events are inclusive. ALL people who support our purpose are welcome. \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: empowerment\, networking\, tech\, inclusion\, diversity\, free\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/125047850 6 URL:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctceusrj4uHtaOzXnpnZH9Fv3h Qng-ILY9?utm_source=event-platforms&utm_medium=calagator&utm_campaign={h appy-hour/partnered-event/affinity-group/panel} SUMMARY:PDXWIT Presents: Latinx Heritage Month Happy Hour LOCATION:Online (Zoom): false SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220906T190826Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220928T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220928T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220906T190826Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220906T190826Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250478516 DESCRIPTION:Join PDXWIT for a small and informal in-person dinner discuss ion where we share our experiences with diversity in the tech workplace. If you identify as a tech professional from a marginalized* background\ , this opportunity is for you. \;\nIn order to create a dedicated spa ce for an honest and impactful conversation\, we are asking folks to app ly to attend this event (link below). \;\n \;\nApplications are du e by 9/13 11:59 p.m. PDT\, and the 10 invitees will be notified no later than a week before the event via email. This event will be in-person\, held in the Laurelhurst area of Portland. Dinner will be provided\, and ASL interpretation will be provided upon request. \;\n \;\n* This includes folks who identify as BIPOC\, LGBTQ+\, or varying physical or c ognitive abilities. If you think this sounds like you\, please apply! 3\;\n \;\nLink to application: \;\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/ d/e/1FAIpQLScQQbZktKd7CstfPXGtAlUTZnGJlQbp0UDVRhatDbzz6ZvXXA/viewform?us p=sf_link \;\n\n\nTags: empowerment\, networking\, tech\, inclusion\, diversity\, free\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/12504785 16 URL:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQQbZktKd7CstfPXGtAlUTZnGJl Qbp0UDVRhatDbzz6ZvXXA/viewform SUMMARY:PDXWIT Fall Diversity Dinner LOCATION:To be announced: false SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220926T225604Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20221012T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20221012T170000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220926T225604Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20220926T225604Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250478539 DESCRIPTION: \;\nComing out stories in the LGBTQ+ community runs the g amut of experiences. In honor of National Coming Out Day (10/11/2022)\, join PDXWIT and hear from community members on how it has been for them navigating the deeply personal decision to come out at the office. Find out what it was like for them. Was it a good experience\, a bad experien ce\, or was it an indifferent experience. \;\n \;\nHRC listed the benefits of being out at work and relieve the daily stress of being who you are: \;\n \;\n- Eliminates the need to hide or mislead. \; \n- Makes deeper friendships possible. \;\n- Breaks down barriers to understanding. \;\n- Builds trusting working relationships. \;\n- Let's bring our “whole selves” to work. \;\n- Being open can make you more productive\, and can even benefit your career because your peers w ill see you in a new authentic light. \;\n \;\nMeet our panel of f olx who have opened the closet doors at the office and let’s have a real conversation about being LGBTQ+ on the teams we work with in the organi zations we work for and hear their stories. \;\n \;\nFacilitated b y Crystal Sincoff and Hazel Valdez\, we’ll hear from Clove Wright (she/h er)\, Kae (“Naps”) D’Apice (they/them) and Rachel O’Connor (she/they) in this inclusive panel. \;\n \;\nAgenda: \;\n5:00 p.m. - Event o pens/networking \;\n5:05 p.m. - Introductions \;\n5:10 p.m. - Pan el discussion begins \;\n5:50 p.m. - Q&\;A \;\n6:00 p.m. - Even t ends \;\n \;\nPurpose: \;\nPDXWIT is building a better tech industry by creating access\, dismantling inequities and fueling belongi ng. Our events are inclusive. ALL people who support our purpose are wel come. \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: empowerment\, networking\, tech\, LGBTQ+\ n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1250478539 URL:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckc-urrDsjGtY8ZhHQW_eGKq5j aiPNG7F9 SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ in Tech: Coming Out Stories… at Work LOCATION:Online: placeholder for on-line events\, SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20221220T202818Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230126T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230126T053000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20221220T202818Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20221220T202818Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250480097 DESCRIPTION:Join PDXWIT for a small and informal in-person dinner discuss ion where we share our experiences with diversity in the tech workplace. If you identify as a tech professional from a marginalized* background\ , this opportunity is for you. \;\n \;\nIn order to create an inte ntional space for honest and impactful conversation\, we cap the number of invitees at 10 people. An application is required to be considered to attend this event (link below). \;\n \;\nApplications are due by 1/11 @11:59 p.m. PST. Invitees will be notified via email no later than 1/23. This event will be in-person\, held in the Laurelhurst area of Po rtland. Dinner will be provided\, and ASL interpretation will be provide d upon request. \;\n \;\n* This includes folks who identify as BI POC\, LGBTQ+\, and/or varying physical or cognitive abilities. If you th ink this sounds like you\, please apply! \;\n \;\n \;\nApply to attend: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQQbZktKd7CstfPXGtAlU TZnGJlQbp0UDVRhatDbzz6ZvXXA/viewform \;\n \;\nProof of vaccinatio n will be required. Learn more about our COVID-19 policy at: https://www .pdxwit.org/covid-19-what-to-expect \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: empowerment \, networking\, tech\, inclusion\, diversity\, free\n\nImported from: ht tp://calagator.org/events/1250480097 URL:https://www.pdxwit.org/upcoming-events SUMMARY:PDXWIT Winter Diversity Dinner (Apply to Attend) LOCATION:Location to be announced.: Location to be announced\, Portland O R us SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230130T215347Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230215T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230215T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230130T215347Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230130T215347Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250480230 DESCRIPTION:PDXWIT and Blacks in Tech (BiT)\, along with host NV5 Geospat ial\, have teamed up to highlight Portland organizations working to prov ide access to tech to marginalized and underserved communities in our sc hool system. \;\n \;\nDwayne Thomas\, BiT Portland Chapter Presid ent will share the work BiT is doing to make sure students understand th eir path and opportunities in tech and other Portland organizations will share how they are supporting underserved students with access to learn ing\, opportunities and funding. \;\n \;\n \;\nAgenda: \;\n 5:00pm - Doors Open \;\n5:30pm - Welcome\, Announcements &\; Intro ductions \;\n5:40pm - Program Begins \;\n6:10pm - Networking \; \n7:00pm - Event Ends \;\n \;\nPlease note: all attendees will be required to show proof of a COVID vaccination or a negative COVID test within 48 hours of the event start. \;\n \;\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 \;\n \;\n \;\nCOVID Safety FAQ: \ ;\nQ: Will masks be required in indoor spaces? Will masks be required ou tside? Will hand sanitizer be provided and plentiful? \;\nA: Masks ar e optional and our host will provide hand sanitizer. We will ask all att endees to show proof of vaccination OR have a negative COVID test within 48 hours of the event. \;\n \;\n \;\nEvent FAQ \;\nQ: What is the in-person event capacity? \;\nA: 50-75 people \;\n \;\ n \;\nQ: Will there be gender neutral restrooms? \;\nA: Yes \;\ n \;\n \;\nQ: Is the space ADA accessible? \;\nA: Yes \;\n&# 13\;\n \;\nQ: Will there be food and drink at this event? \;\nA: Y es. \;\n \;\n \;\nQ: What is the parking situation? \;\nA: N V5 Geospatial is located at 421 SW 6th Avenue between SW Washington and SW Harvey Milk. There may be street parking but it is limited. The build ing is on several major bus lines and close to the Pioneer Place Max Sta tion. There are also several parking structures nearby\, including: Alde r Street Garage\; 111 SW 5th Ave. Garage\; and City Center Parking (Broa dway). \;\n \;\n \;\nQ: Is there any special information that might help me find the entrance? \;\nA: Guests will enter through the main entrance on SW 6th Ave. There will be a security guard present who can let guests in. The elevators are visible upon entering – use them t o access the 8th floor and our suite is the only one on that floor. The suite door will be open \;\n \;\n \;\nQ: Is there secured bike parking? \;\nA: Yes\, with assistance. If you will need bike parking please email hello@pdxwit.org and we will make arrangements. \;\n 3\;\n \;\nQ: Should I consider using public transportation? \;\nA: Yes. NV5 Geospatial is on several major bus lines and close the Pioneer Place Max Station. \;\n \;\n \;\nQ: Can I bring my dog? \; \nA: Sadly\, no. \;\n\n\nTags: empowerment\, networking\, tech\, incl usion\, diversity\, free\n\nImported from: http://calagator.org/events/1 250480230 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pdxwit-and-bit-pdx-present-tech-in-the-k -12-space-tickets-528688620897 SUMMARY:PDXWIT and BiT PDX Present: Tech in the K-12 Space LOCATION:NV5 Geospatial: 421 Southwest 6th Avenue\, Portland OR 97204 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230201T182712Z DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230225 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230221 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230201T182712Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230201T182712Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250480244 DESCRIPTION:This event runs from Tuesday\, February 21\, 2023 at 5:30pm t hrough Friday\, February 24\, 2023 at 7pm.\n\nDescription:\nIn this virt ual happy hour in collaboration with hosts FirstTech and PixelSpoke\, PD XWIT is celebrating Black voices. Lightning speakers Shakunda Murphy Wil son and Kym Hampton will share their personal and professional experienc es as Black women\, and leave you with words of wisdom and advice. &# 13\;\n \;\n \;\nAgenda: \;\n5:25pm - Zoom Room Opens \;\n5:3 0pm - Welcome\, Announcements &\; Introductions \;\n5:40pm - Light ing Speakers \;\n6:00pm - Recruiter Roll Call \;\n6:10pm - Networ king and Breakout Rooms \;\n7:00pm - Event Ends \;\n \;\nPDXWIT is building a better tech industry by creating access\, dismantling ine quities and fueling belonging. Our events are inclusive. ALL people who support our purpose are welcome. \;\n \;\n \;\nEvent FAQ \;\ nQ: Will ASL or closed captioning be available? \;\nA: Yes. We plan to have ASL interpreters in attendance and will use the closed captionin g features supported in Zoom. \;\n \;\n\n\nTags: empowerment\, ne tworking\, tech\, inclusion\, diversity\, free\n\nImported from: http:// calagator.org/events/1250480244 URL:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pdxwit-presents-black-history-month-happ y-hour-tickets-529904818577 SUMMARY:PDXWIT Presents: Black History Month Happy Hour LOCATION:Online event: false SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230601T013449Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230627T190000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230627T173000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230601T013449Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20230601T013449Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250480540 DESCRIPTION:Please using link below: \;\n \;\n \;\nJoin us for a small\, informal yet focused discussion where we can share our experie nces with diversity in the workplace. \;\nThe intimate and safe setti ng will allow us to discuss tactics\, strategies\, and support to resolv e the issues that arise. This event will be led by Marcus Carter\, Zhou Fang and Kari Fass. \;\n \;\n \;\nOur goal is to ensure this e vent results in an honest and impactful conversation exploring our share d experiences as individuals underrepresented* in the industry. This is a dedicated space for individuals who are currently underrepresented in the tech industry. \;\n \;\nWe are asking folks to apply to atte nd this event by completing this form. \;\nhttps://docs.google.com/f orms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQQbZktKd7CstfPXGtAlUTZnGJlQbp0UDVRhatDbzz6ZvXXA/viewfo rm \;\n \;\n \;\n \;\nApplications are due by June 9\, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. PDT. The 10 invitees will be notified no later than one week before the event via email. This event will be in-person\, held in downtown Portland. Dinner will be provided\, and ASL interpretation will be provided upon request. \;\n \;\n \;\nOur events are inclusi ve. ALL people who support our purpose are welcome. \;\n \;\n \ ;\nProof of vaccination will be required to attend.\n\nTags: empowerment \, networking\, tech\, inclusion\, diversity\, free\n\nImported from: ht tp://calagator.org/events/1250480540 URL:https://www.pdxwit.org/upcoming-events SUMMARY:PDXWIT Presents: Summer Diversity Dinner (Apply to Attend) LOCATION:Willamette University: \, Portland OR 97201 US SEQUENCE:1 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR