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AIGA Portland

AIGA Portland is an all-volunteer organization that connects local designers to the collective voice, experience, and resources of 66 AIGA chapters nationwide.

Locally, AIGA Portland provides events and resources in the areas of professional development, networking, education, inspiration, sustainability and community engagement.

AIGA supports the interests of professionals, educators and students who are engaged in the process of designing, regardless of where they are in the arc of their careers.

AMA PDX

The American Marketing Association is the largest marketing association in North America. It serves 1.2 million marketing and sales professionals globally with 75 local chapters and 345 collegiate chapters.

AMA PDX is a volunteer-run professional community for individuals and organizations involved in the practice, teaching, and study of marketing. We provide essential information, education, and networking opportunities to our members and the industry at large.

CHIFOO

(pronounced ‘ky – FOO’), Computer-Human Interaction Forum Of Oregon, a local professional chapter of the ACM SIGCHI, serves practicing professionals, academics and students in the Oregon and Southwest Washington region through lecture series, workshops and networking in the areas of User Experience, Usability and Interaction Design.

Cyber Security Summit

This exclusive conference series connects C-Level & Senior Executives responsible for protecting their company’s critical infrastructures with cutting-edge technology providers & renowned information security experts.

SEMpdx members who meet that criteria, get free admission, August 22nd, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Portland Oregon Convention Center.

This conference is for C-Suite and senior cyber professionals, and sales and marketing students are not permitted.

Interactive Marketing Association Alliance

SEMpdx is a member of the Interactive Marketing Association Alliance (IMAA). The IMAA is an initiative held in common interest by digital marketing organizations across the US.

Individual associations formed independently can participate in the IMAA to learn from other markets, discover quality speakers, share local events nationwide, assist newly formed IMAs and network with professional resources.

The group is not commercially funded or sponsored, nor are there financial obligations to join. It is an initiative formed by like-minded leadership seeking excellence in educational and networking resources for their own local communities.”

pdxMindshare

pdxMindShare was founded in 1999 by Anvil Media’s Kent Lewis, and is currently Portland’s premiere career community and networking group.

The goal is to help professionals find new positions, secure promotions and/or change industries through a monthly event featuring a career-focused workshop and networking. Local, industry experts present at the career-focused workshop and help educate attendees on topics such as tips on interviewing, ways to maximize your online persona, leadership development and how to network effectively among much more.

Following the workshop, attendees can network with Portland professionals that are looking to connect as well as employers looking to hire.

pdxMindShare also has a website employers can post local jobs for free and groups can advertise relevant events, both of which are included in a weekly newsletter sent to a distribution list anyone can sign up for.

Join the pdxMindShare community! Not only is it a great way to meet local professionals, it can also help you make that next move to give your career that boost you are looking for.

Oregon Media Production Association

OMPA is a trade association of over 1,000 Oregon professionals who work in and support the growth of Oregon’s media production industry. OMPA promotes the state’s resources through the publication of SourceOregon.

Oregon Entrepreneurs Network

OEN is the largest entrepreneur assistance organization in the state of Oregon. OEN fosters the flow of entrepreneurial ideas, services, and capital to entrepreneurs and helps connect emerging Northwest businesses to growth-stimulating expertise and valuable resources.

Oregon State University Professional and Continuing Education

Oregon State University Professional and Continuing Education delivers more than 200 professional online courses and certificate programs to students from both near and far.

PSU’s Center for Executive and Professional Education

If you’re looking to learn new skills, get training from local experts, take your career to the next level, or change career paths, you’ve come to the right place.

For over 30 years, Portland State’s Center for Executive and Professional Education (CEPE) has been leading professional education in the Portland- Metro area. We are proud to provide career training from industry-leading specialists, offering quality resources to help working professionals advance in a competitive landscape.

Courses are taught year-round and are suited for individual learners who want career training as well as local employers who want group training or a customized educa­tion program. Take a look at our certificate programs and course schedules to start your journey today.

Portland Metro Chamber

The Portland Metero Chamber represents the largest, most diverse business network in the region. We offer a place for our members to connect and engage on issues impacting our community through networking events, committees, programs, social media and newsletters. We are your chamber of commerce. We are here for you.

PRSA Portland

The PRSA Portland Metro Chapter was formed in 1960. It is currently one of the most active PRSA chapters in the nation with nearly 250 members.

Seattle Interactive Conference

Join us for the Seattle Interactive Conference 2024, a must-attend event for all tech enthusiasts, creatives, and digital marketers.

Use code ENGAGEPDX25 for 25% off at the Seattle Interactive Conference, July 31 – August 1, 2024.

Register

This in-person gathering will be held at the The Arches at Seattle Convention Center, located at 800 Pike Street, Seattle, WA, USA.

Technology Association of Oregon

Learn about the Technology Association of Oregon (TAO), our mission, initiatives, and how we lead and support the tech community in Oregon.

ThinkNW

Celebrating over 100 years of setting the standard for the Creative, Design, and Media Community! In 1906, a group of business and professional leaders put their heads together to form an ad club, establishing Portland as a leader in the creative business community. over 100 years, at least 76 presidents, and four name changes later, the former Portland Advertising Federation is now known as ThinkNW, and is one of the strongest ad clubs in the country.

Women In Tech

Women in Tech SEO Festival

WTSFest is a digital marketing conference designed with intention – built to keep you ahead of the SEO and marketing curve while also ensuring you feel welcome, included, and comfortable.  Run by global community, Women in Tech SEO, WTSFest will make it’s first appearance in Portland on April 3rd, 2025!