Join us for speaking sessions, hands-on workshops, one-on-one coaching sessions, and so much more. This regional happy hour and two-day conference focuses on providing content that addresses the unique women-in-tech landscape in Portland and the Pacific Northwest.
All proceeds from our annual ACT-W Portland Conference go towards providing STEM education programs to local high school girls through ChickTech.
ACT-W 2017 Portland Attendee Booklet
Join us as we kick off the weekend at the ACT-W Kickoff Happy Hour. Enjoy an exclusive experience to mingle with industry leaders, celebrate with other like-minded people, and enjoy a night on the town with food and drinks before the conference.
June 15th, 2017
New Relic
111 SW 5th Ave, Ste. 2700,
Portland, OR 97204
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
This conference is packed with hands-on workshops, panels, motivating presentations, a Career Fair, and tons of networking time to connect with others. Take advantage of this opportunity to network with women in tech in Portland and the PNW.
June 16 – 17th, 2017
Eliot Center
1226 SW Salmon St,
Portland, OR 97205
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
“CDK Global is dedicated to increasing diversity in tech. Our efforts span middle school, high school, tech professionals, and those considering tech. ACT-W represents an amazing opportunity to both share our story and promote increased representation of women in tech professions!”
– Kevin Brinkley, Director Technical Talent Acquisition at CDK Global
“Dev Bootcamp works to build inclusivity in tech and to support women in technology at every step at their career. We are thrilled to work with Chick Tech and the ACT-W conference as a step in realizing our vision of a vibrant, diverse and welcoming technology industry.”
– Emily Moss, Community Marketing Manager at Dev Bootcamp
– Cara Schmitz, Project Specialist/Events at OfferUp
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Kickoff Happy Hour at New Relic
111 SW 5th Ave, Ste 2700, Portland, OR 97204
8:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Registration & Networking at Eliot Center
1226 SW Salmon Street, Portland, Oregon 97205
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Welcome & Logistics
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Keynote Speaker
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Lightning Talks
12:15 PM – 1:00 PM: Networking Lunch
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Career Fair & Career Advancement Sessions
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Post-Conference Happy Hour at Jama, co-sponsored by Urban Airship
135 SW Taylor St Ste 200, Portland, OR 97204
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Registration & Networking at Eliot Center
1226 SW Salmon Street, Portland, Oregon 97205
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Welcome & Logistics
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Keynote Speaker
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM: Career Advancement Sessions
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Networking Lunch
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Closing Remarks
– Bryan Fouquet, Associate Director at Northeastern University
“ChickTech has opened up doors for me on so many levels. I have met the most amazing people, worked with incredible organizations, and have been able to collaborate with the most influential members in the technology industry.”
– ChickTech Volunteer
“I think this conference was possibly the most perfectly executed event I’ve attended.”
– ACT-W Attendee