Events

The old way of doing business has proven unsustainable and unjust. This is especially clear as we head into an uncertain economy in 2023 which reveals the growing gaps in […]

Have you been wondering how to break into the tech industry? There are some specific things you can do to land that dream opportunity.  In collaboration with our community partner […]

PDXWIT Presents: January Happy Hour & Town Hall Tuesday, January 17, 2023 5:30 PM  7:30 PM Registration through Zoom is required to attend this event. Join us for a virtual Town […]

Join Life Science Washington Institute for our monthly Lunch & Learn Series focused on topics specific to early-stage entrepreneurs. Jason Elmore, founder and CEO of Elite Execution will cover the […]

Hear health leaders discuss the key takeaways from the JP Morgan Health Conference and the future of digital health. The virtual event (January 26th: 11am – 2pm ET) will also […]

Join PDXWIT for a small and informal in-person dinner discussion where we share our experiences with diversity in the tech workplace. If you identify as a tech professional from a […]

This intimate conference is designed for Recruiters, Talent Acquisition Pros, HR Business Partners, Org Dev, DEI and Belonging, and executive leadership, but all with an interest in employee engagement and […]

Elevating, amplifying, and supporting Black businesses The PitchBlack pitch competition gives Black entrepreneurs a platform to connect with the broader startup ecosystem — while also awarding them with cash prizes […]

Entering its twelfth year, Pitch Oregon showcases the talent and innovation of founders around the country. Each year, Pitch Oregon brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and mentors, creating a collaborative and dynamic environment […]

PDXWIT and Blacks in Tech (BiT), along with host NV5 Geospatial, have teamed up to highlight Portland organizations working to provide access to tech to marginalized and underserved communities in our school system. […]

In this virtual happy hour in collaboration with hosts FirstTech and PixelSpoke, PDXWIT is celebrating Black voices. Lightning speakers Shakunda Murphy Wilson and Kym Hampton will share their personal and […]

Hear stories from the front lines of racial equity! In this four-part series, we will feature a Teach-In, a term for when peers and colleagues intentionally share their wisdom and […]

Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion-TAO partners with providers, payers, technologists, and start-ups to talk about Health Tech in Oregon! This quarterly forum is hosted at the Google office in downtown […]

Meet today’s top digital health experts about the next phase in digital health, ChatGBT, VR, ML, Metaverse and beyond. Leaders from Merck, E&Y, Boehringer Ingelheim, UCB, Haleon, Generable and others […]

Registration is required for this event. Please register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/532348016247 Interviewing for a new job can be a stressful proposition. A group of volunteers from Amazon Web Services (AWS, aws.amazon.com) […]

Mentor-mentee relationships can have an incredible impact on the lives and careers of mentees and mentors alike. At this event, we aim to provide the opportunity for mentees and mentors to […]

Join our expert in this virtual session to learn what it takes to participate in the programs. This training is designed to provide enough information for attendees to determine if […]

It's Time Again For The Westside Pitch Competition! ·    Date: Thursday, March 9th, 2023 ·    Time: 4pm – 7pm ·    Location: Walters Cultural Arts Center, 527 E Main St, Hillsboro, […]

In bioscience, the computing lab is augmenting the wet lab – or is it the other way around?  Research and Development consume time and money. Bioscience institutions are deploying Artificial […]

Registration in Eventbrite is required. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/563969346497 Join us and the Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity at the University of Portland for a panel discussion on the different pathways […]

OEN PubTalks are taking a slightly different spin this year. First, each PubTalk in the Portland Metro will take place at the same location. Second, that location is not an […]

Are you a mentor, or looking for an opportunity to become one? Join us at Cambia Health as we dive into the PDXWIT Mentorship Program. You’ll hear from some of […]

Cleantech Open is the world's oldest and largest clean technology startup accelerator. Since 2005 they have seen over 1,900 alumni complete their program. CTO is now in the middle of recruiting season […]

This month, join PDXWIT and Viewpoint for a happy hour event focused on what it means to normalize technology. You’ll hear from: Yoana Molina Marcial, founder of Guerreras Latinas, on […]

Attention job seekers! If you're looking to advance your career in the exciting world of data analytics and visualization, this is the networking event for you! Join us for an […]

PDX Founders Welcome Wagon Tuesday, March 28, 9:00am - 11:00am Location: Electrica Coffee 2181 NW Nicolai Brought to you in part by: ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ ∞ […]

***Registration is required to attend.*** Are you looking to find your place in leadership and need some advice and inspiration to move you along your path? Our panelists are successful […]

Join PDXWIT as we collaborate with the Oregon Venture Fund (OVF) for the annual OVF and Women in Tech’s Entrepreneur Pitch event! Do you have a business idea that you […]

Join the Women's Innovation Network next Wednesday, April 12 from 4:00-5:30 to discover how to leverage your #startupstory to raise capital. 📈 In this fully virtual workshop, we'll take an in-depth look […]

As a startup, thinking about corporate social responsibility, social impact, and sustainability might feel like a luxury — something you are planning on tackling once you are funded, once you […]

At this month’s Happy Hour, PDXWIT, Women in CyberSercurity (WiCyS), and our host RadarFirst are excited to present a panel on Pathways into Privacy and Security. Our panel of experts […]

The Applicant Assistance Program opens later this month to support Phase I #SBIR #STTR applicants for the next deadline. Learn how this opportunity can help you build a stronger application […]

Join Jon Maroney from Oregon Venture Fund and Dominik Hurst-Mayr, CPA, Sr. Manager at Moss Adams as they work through the important financial reporting all entrepreneurs should know as they […]

At this Ask Me Anything About: Go-To-Market Strategy conversation with Founders Investing in Founders, you'll learn sales and marketing best practices from speakers with proven track records. Panelists will share their do's and […]

Don’t miss OHSU Innovation Day, May 4 to learn how to turn innovative ideas into real-world health care solutions. Innovation Day is a free virtual event and open to all! […]

Are you looking for a new role in tech? A new role in a tech-adjacent industry? If you answered yes, then join PDXWIT, AWS, and host Hydrolix for a mash-up […]

The Oregon Technology Awards celebrates excellence and achievement in the region's technology industry. Each year, our community gathers to honor outstanding individuals with prestigious Lifetime Achievement, Sam Blackman, and Tech Champion awards and […]

At this month’s virtual Happy Hour, PDXWIT and sponsor First Tech celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Great leaders create new leaders. Three lightning speakers will share how […]

Please join us virtually on May 18th for a valuable discussion on debt vs. equitable investment. Panel: Scott Bossom | Umpqua Bank (Check back for additional panelists) Moderator: Ernie Bootsma | […]

Central Oregon’s bioscience infrastructure is remarkably robust, especially in manufacturing. New investments in contract Research and Development services, as well as OSU-Cascades’ upcoming Innovation District, point to a broadening of […]

Let's face it, being a leader is hard. Effective leaders must adapt their styles to bring out the best in others. But that doesn't always come naturally. Layer on the […]

You gain additional technical skills and increased research independence during a postdoc. These can help you in non-academic employment, if you know how to pitch your experience. This free workshop […]

Are you properly registered? What independent contractor agreements do you need? Do you have questions for issues related to trademarks, copyrights, or trade secrets? Bring your questions and learn from […]

In support of Mental Health Awareness Month, Lori Eberly, LCSW is curating a panel to explore: * How arts and creativity support our mental health * The importance of building […]

This workshop is for startup Founders, COOs, VPs of R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, and any other non-project manager who needs to create and maintain a project schedule, but needs the process to […]

June 5-8, 2023 Stand up for innovation. Stand up for truth. And stand up for science. It’s time to inspire, honor, and recognize the true value of the breakthrough work […]

Join us for a re-creation of a real life ransomware attack and the events that followed as the business tried to recover – from the engineers to the board room. […]

With the release of new generative AI like ChatGPT, national pundits declared that these tools would commence "the end of the English major." Do ye jest? While certainly ChatGPT and […]

Health extends beyond interactions in the office. Our panelists give insight on whole health programs as an additive to the patient journey and transitioning from provider to home care. They […]

*** Registration is required *** PDXWIT loves to celebrate the rich diversity of our community. At this year’s Pride Happy Hour event, our theme’s all about Peace, Love, and Revolution! […]

Join us in person for The Invent Oregon Finals at The Redd East in SE Portland. The Exhibition Floor opens at 1:30 PM, the Student Pitches start at 4:00 PM […]

AOTech is the premier PNW technology investment program hosted by Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) . Join us for the Angel Oregon Technology (AOTech) Grand Finale + Innovation Showcase, to be held in person on Thursday, […]

Machine learning and Artificial Intelligence is changing everything. Can it change your career?  We talk to a panelist of machine learning professionals from a variety of industries within the Life […]

July 13, 2023, 2-3pm panel discussion followed by optional 3-4pm mentor check-ins for training attendees The Regional Resources panel will be discussing entrepreneur support “front doors”. Join us in exploring how […]

The session will cover the types of visas used by postdoctoral researchers. Learn about self-sponsored applications, J-1 waivers and other visas, such as the F1 (OPT) and J-1 visas (including […]

Party in the Pinot, Technology Association of Oregon's premier wine and food event, will be held under the summer sky at Scholls Valley Lodge, located amidst the working farms in the […]

Join us on Wednesday, July 26th for Digital Marketing Dos and Don'ts and Getting the Most Out of Your PR with Ivo Lukas. Come prepared with questions as we will […]

Join us for a night of professional development and networking. Learn how to optimize your LinkedIn profile, get 1-on-1 resume feedback from qualified resume reviewers, and network with others from […]

Curious about the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and intellectual property law, including patent law and copyrights in the bioscience sector? Concerned about the potential risks associated with AI implementation? […]

August Entrepreneur Mixer: BRAINSTORMING Register here 5MLK is opening their doors for the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) August Entrepreneur Mixer from 5:00 – 6:30 pm on Thursday, August 3rd. During this event, you’ll have the opportunity to meet […]

Details: After three years of virtual demo days, we're getting back to an in-person demo day! Please join us for PIE Demo Day 2023 on August 10, 2023. Meet the […]

The Technology Association of Oregon stands in support of the local economy and the revitalization of the city. We invite you to join us for a casual happy hour with […]

Oregon Bio Women CONNECT 2023 is happening Thursday, August 17 in the Lloyd District of Portland (at Genentech). It will be a time to network/share/grow! Women across industries and skill […]

Join Scismic for an enlightening panelist event on 'Careers in Science Communication’ where we bring together experts practicing science communication in academic journals, popular media, and grant writing. They will […]

We invite you to join us at the intersection of Generative AI and Health Tech.   The forum is on August 24th, 2023 at the at the Google Office Downtown from 3:00 PM-5:30 PM.   […]

PDXWIT and our host Autodesk, are celebrating the end of summer with a big game night! We’ll have a Cornhole Tournament, large versions of Jenga and Connect Four, as well […]

Join us for an engaging and enlightening webinar as we delve into the dynamic world of biotechnology within the heart of growing biotech hubs in the United States. This virtual […]

Seattle Pediatric Innovation Event powered by the Consortium for Technology & Innovation in Pediatrics (CTIP), Seattle Children's, The University of Washington, The Seattle Angel Conference (SAC), and Life Science Washington Institute Organizations will […]

***Registration is required to attend this event. Please register here https://www.meetup.com/portland-women-in-technology/events/295475786/ directly.*** PDXWIT, along with our host NAVEX, are excited to share insights that will help you chart your course […]

General overview of national labs (~2-3 minutes) What a postdoc or advanced postdoc looks like in a national lab (~5 minutes) Viable career directions at national labs past a postdoc […]

Navigating your career is extra challenging when you have to factor in your immigration status. To make it slightly easier, we have organized a panel where you will have the […]