Join PDXWIT and Katrina Johnson for an interactive workshop about Data Science. This two-day interactive presentation will provide an introduction to data science, with a special focus on understanding the following concepts: - Big data - Algorithms - Supervised and unsupervised machine learning - Artificial intelligence Key takeaways will also include information on how to […]

Join PDXWIT and Katrina Johnson for an interactive workshop about Data Science. This two-day interactive presentation will provide an introduction to data science, with a special focus on understanding the following concepts: - Big data - Algorithms - Supervised and unsupervised machine learning - Artificial intelligence Key takeaways will also include information on how to […]

The health care system is complicated. The 5 Points of Health Care™ Conference works to simplify this complicated system for innovators looking to make change. Join us for a real and upfront conversation between the five distinct segments: Patient, Payers, Providers, Policymakers and Purchasers. Topics will include the pandemic, systemic racism and national health care reform. Can't […]

ADVOCACY TAO bridges industry and government to drive policies that ensure growth and success for our region's tech industry As the voice of the Oregon & SW Washington tech industry, we work with federal, state and local officials to promote policies that cultivate a strong tech community, in addition to ensuring opportunities for statewide economic […]

Social Media can have a huge impact not only on your business but your brand. This workshop gives a different perspective to our Basic Social Media workshop. Rest-assured your customers are talking to your brand on social media.But, are you listening? Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest, and YouTube offer an opportunity […]

Discover a variety of tactics you can implement immediately to build your Google authority and be more competitive in search results for your business category. SEO is based on over 200 factors that Google considers to determine your rank position. We’ll focus on those factors most highly weighted by Google and those which we can […]

Interactive event about the lifecycle stages of medical devices and IVD. This interactive event will provide an overview of the respective stages of the Lifecycle of a Medical Device and IVD, from the early patent stages through development, regulatory, clinical and commercial aspects, to exit strategies. Event Speaker Jaap Laufer Medical Director, Emergo Group Dr. […]

It’s a new year, so let's try a new thing! Join us for a special edition Virtual Happy (Lunch) Hour hosted by Kiva on January 20th. The theme for this event is “The Importance of Research,” and we will hear from lightning speakers Laure Cast and Rihana Mungin about their research projects! We will also […]

Please join the Portland State Business Accelerator and Christine Slattery, Portland-based attorney, trainer and workplace investigator, for a training session on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. In this training, Christine will discuss how to craft a meaningful value statement for your company, why this is important, and how to bring this statement to life. Additionally, the need of having […]

Founder Experiences: Hope for the Future featuring Dr. Brian Cohn, Ph.D, Chief Scientist, Kaspect. Founder Experiences: Hope for the Future  What we often forget is that the most successful entrepreneurs in the world all started out the same way. They didn’t know what the first step was or what they had to do in the […]

DATA PRIVACY IN 2021 TAO invites you to join us for a panel discussion moderated by Leila Javanshir, certified information privacy expert professional and associate of Miller, Nash, Graham & Dunn on Thursday, January 28th at 9:00 AM. Joined by a panel of cybersecurity experts from across the state of Oregon, Leila will lead a discussion on a variety […]

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN It may seem counter intuitive for a business owner to develop an exit strategy, but it's very important to consider a plan even if you do not intend to sell your company immediately. By having a well-defined exit plan, you will also have a clear goal, and significant influence on your […]

TARGET AUDIENCE startups, entrepreneurs   DESCRIPTION How to build your financial model(s) to project performance, understand key metrics and communicate your growth strategy to investors. Discussion will address the right way to model out SaaS, product and hybrid revenue streams to identify risks/opportunities and smooth out the due diligence process. Kathleen is a seasoned investment […]

Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration? If so, this event is a must-attend. In this first module of our eight-part virtual Trademark Basics Boot Camp, we’ll focus on trademark protection in the United States. The event is free, but space […]

Interactive event about the lifecycle stages of medical devices and IVD. This interactive event will provide an overview of the respective stages of the Lifecycle of a Medical Device and IVD, from the early patent stages through development, regulatory, clinical and commercial aspects, to exit strategies. Event Speaker: Jaap Laufer Medical Director, Emergo Group Dr. […]

A discussion on research, new strains, testing, neurological challenges and vaccines.   We are living in the time of COVID-19, a disease caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). For almost a year, we’ve witnessed the relentless spread of the disease as it affected young and old around the world. Our health, […]

TARGET AUDIENCE startups, entrepreneurs   DESCRIPTION  Leen Kawas, Ph.D., has served as Athira Pharma’s Chief Executive Officer and as a member of our board of directors since January 2014. Previously, Dr. Kawas served as our vice president. Dr. Kawas serves on multiple boards, including the Washington Governor’s Life Science Advisory Board, Scientific Review Board for […]