Have you been to PDX Tech Meetup?
When I joined Thubten to co-host PDX Tech Meetup I had little expectations that it would grow as quickly as it has. Every month the Meetup Group grows (currently at 1,700), there is nearly 50% newcomers, and loads of walk-ins. The attendees range greatly, with over HALF not directly related to technology companies. What we have found is a strong interest in the growing Portland Technology scene, and a realization that EVERY company these days is a technology company. The systems, devices, infrastructure, or simply communication technologies we use are what allow our companies compete in this fast moving, modern economy.
I encourage everyone, despite your background and interest, to join in on this great event. There is good food, beer, wine and friendly faces that make this more of a social with some nice talks than a forced networking interaction. Come say hi to me, let me know what brings you, I'll help you get in the mix.
Oh, and we have AMAZING speakers who are kept to 5min each. Just enough to spark interest and leave you wanting to learn more, which you can during the networking after or across the street at the Thirsty Lion Pub across the street at the 'After Party.'
Cheers and see you soon!