Events

Microsoft Silverlight 2.0: More Than Just a Flash Competitor   05/15/2008 11:30 am

With the unveiling of Microsoft's Silverlight 2.0 and related development tools, Microsoft has opened the floodgates even wider for the development of rich internet application (RIAs). Shaun will discuss the key architectural decisions made by Microsoft in their new version of Silverlight and how they benefit developers by avoiding the disadvantages of current web technologies like DHTML and AJAX. To punctuate these benefits, Shaun will use the Silverlight development tools to walk through Silverlight's solutions to some of the core development scenarios facing web application developers today. Whether you develop on .NET or Java, Silverlight is a compelling new technology that is being leveraged by all.

Fuel Up, Fire Up!   05/15/2008 05:30 pm

Join us at WYP and Fuel Up, Fire Up!
Every Westside Young Professionals event features some great non-traditional networking, professional development, and the opportunity to make real connections among your peer group, and our May 15th event is no exception. Join WYP ata Ava Roasteria to learn how to maintain the tools to enhance your skills and keep you on track to push you through to the next level. Register now at wypbeaverton.org

AIGA dMob   05/16/2008 06:30 pm

Are you looking for like-minded creative professionals to network and socialize with? Wanna get your finger on the pulse of the Portland design community? Join AIGA dMob in North Portland this month at the beloved Vendetta. I know we were just there in February, but I’m pretty sure you couldn’t get enough of the place. Not only do they reserve us lots of space, but they’ve got a GREAT outdoor space we can take advantage of if the weather is nice. And, of course, great food, yummy beers and lots more.

B2B Power Exchange -   05/16/2008 08:00 pm

Our members focus on large, complex business-to-business sales at the director-level and above, so most business networking and leads groups or Chamber mixers don't provide them with the resources they need. We're different. We are strictly a business networking organization. Our forum of business developers knows that the fastest way to the executive suite is through partnerships with others focused on B2B. That's why we leverage our combined skills and executive contacts to fill our calendars, expand our pipelines and increase the value we offer our corporate clients.

Understanding the Competitive Landscape: Applying Actionable Comp   05/20/2008 07:30 am

Given the increasing speed of innovation, shorter product release cycles and new game-changing business models, the gathering and use of relevant competitive intelligence (CI) is an activity that organizations ignore at their peril. Whether the CI function is broken out as a separate role within the marketing organization or is distributed among the traditional marketing roles, assimilating and applying CI effectively requires a discipline of its own. This panel discussion will discuss the role that CI plays in three different well-known companies.

PdxMindShare Monthly Event   05/21/2008 05:30 pm

Join Portland's finest professionals for an evening of networking at Paddy's Bar and Grill.
5:30 pm to 8:00 pm

AMA Annual Conference: Forward 08 - Nontraditional Marketing Goes   05/22/2008 08:00 am

You get 5,000 messages a day. This is the one you should read.
Nontraditional marketing goes mainstream.
At Forward 08, you’ll hear from Andy Sernovitz on how to turn one voice into a sea of harmonious voices; Mrinal Desai, who will share how what started out as a whisper at LinkedIn turned into a fervent roar; and panelists who disassembled, reinvented (with duct-tape), broke free from and skateboarded over the box. As you leave, you’ll ask yourself: what will I do with my box when I’m done with it?

WebVisions   05/22/2008 09:15 pm

Explore the future of Web design, user experience and business strategy for two days of mind melding on what's new in the digital world.

SECP's Quarterly Provider Workshop   05/23/2008 12:00 pm

This special five-hour workshop will include Targeting, Marketing, PR, and Sales PLUS an additional workshop on business contracts for creatives and consultants. AND you take away a personalized action plan that you create during the workshop with the help of our experts to guide you through the next quarter. There's even a tracking device for you to use to see what's working best for you.

Meet the Media Breakfast: Portland’s NEW Media: Blazing New Trail   06/03/2008 07:15 am

Portland and the Northwest region are fortunate to witness the recent creation of some incredibly beautiful, high-quality publications that are pioneering new terrain when it comes to covering regional topics with a fresh, deep focus on subjects such as food, dining, home and garden combined, with special attention to key local trends.