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ACT‑W Conference

ACT-W Conference

Presented by ChickTech Portland, the ACT-W (Advancing the Careers of Technical Women) Portland Conference is an annual 2-day action-packed event where talented women and allies can build skills, grow their community, and accelerate their career path.
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Presented by ChickTech Portland, the ACT-W (Advancing the Careers of Technical Women) Portland Conference is an annual 2-day action-packed event where talented women and allies can build skills, grow their community, and accelerate their career path.

Join us and 500+ individuals for speaking sessions, hands-on workshops, one-on-one coaching sessions, a career fair, and so much more. Celebrating supporters of diversity, inclusion, education, and growth, there’s something for everyone, regardless of how technical you are. We welcome all people from all backgrounds and people of all genders!

All proceeds from the ACT-W Portland Conference go towards providing local high school girls with STEM education programs and spreading ChickTech’s reach to create a culture of inclusion for all.

Here's what you can expect at the conference!

Speaking sessionsWorkshopsOne-on-one coachingMock interviews and headshotsCareer/community fairHappy hours at local tech companiesGreat people...and more!

All proceeds from this conference goes directly toward providing STEM Education programs to local high school girls and expanding ChickTech's network.

This event ensures that collaboration, networking, career advancement, and education can occur with YOU in mind. This is an event you won't want to miss!