By Tian DuBelko
Every week, we bring you Seattle’s top tech events. This week, we have Seattle’s first AI++ Startup Weekend, the 2017 Northwest Tech Expo, plus more. Check out our top picks below, then head over to our blog to catch up on everything tech-related in the Seattle area.
OfferUP, LiquidPlanner, ReachNow CEOs Talk Culture
May 2 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am
Join three of Seattle’s fast-growth company CEOs to learn how they are building the right culture as they lead their company through this period of intensive growth. Hear how they keep themselves and others motivated, align their leadership to the company values, and remain laser-focused on the customer. OfferUp’s Nick Huzar, LiquidPlanner’s Liz Pearce, and ReachNow’s Steve Banfield will be leading the conversation. This event will also be moderated by Teri Citterman, executive coach, and author of “From the CEO’s Perspective.”
Women in Tech Regatta
May 2 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Did you know that Seattle’s own Women In Tech (WIT) is hosting its inaugural Women in Tech Regatta this Tuesday? WIT is an organization dedicated to educating, empowering and connecting women working in or aspiring to work in technology. All members of the tech community are welcome, including but not limited to, CEOs, Founders, CTOs, CMOs, Product Managers, Developers/Engineers, Early Stage Startups, Late Stage Startups, HR, Recruiters, Dev managers, Program Managers, Trainers, Designers, and even men. While you’re here, you’ll have a chance to connect with over 30 different organizations, elite mentors, and co-storming opportunities in the tech industry.
Northwest Tech Expo
May 4 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Northwest Tech Expo + Job Fair is a presentation of the Technology Alliance Group for Northwest Washington (TAG). Come for a showcase of technology in the Pacific Northwest and an opportunity to find some of the top technology jobs in our region today. You’ll find other job seekers, students, professionals, entrepreneurs, as well as innovative companies and startups in attendance. If you’re looking for a network of the best and most innovative employers in the area, technology, and innovation talks, or local resources for startups, then you need to be at this expo.
AI++ Startup Weekend – Seattle
May 5 @ 6:30 pm – May 7 @ 9:00 pm
Team up with fellow innovators at Seattle’s first AI Startup Weekend! In just 54 hours, you’ll learn how to disrupt the status quo using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and leverage it to make our surroundings smarter. The Startup Weekend event will provide teams the opportunity to develop, and pitch AI ideas, solutions and business proposals to a panel of judges.
You’ll learn how to create a real company while experiencing all of the highs, lows, fun, and pressure that make up life at a startup. And the best part? You don’t need an AI background to attend this event. The Startup Weekend is open to everyone. Anyone is welcome to attend and meet the very best mentors, investors, co-founders, and sponsors from various backgrounds who can help you get your idea off the ground.
