Mark your calendars for your front-row seat to TAO’s impact and what’s next.

We’ve scheduled the TAO Annual Meeting for Tuesday, September 30, 2025.   Join us at 9:00 – 10:00am US pacific time for a one-hour virtual event open to all TAO members. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear what TAO accomplished this year, preview our 2026 priorities, and learn how you can get involved. 

 TAO is proud to highlight one of our members, LocalFresh Digital Marketing 

For nearly 20 years, LocalFresh has helped businesses dominate their local markets by blending creative firepower with data-driven precision to ensure your brand isn’t just seen — it’s remembered. Their services include:

• Custom Website Design
• Content & SEO
• Paid Advertising
• Social Media Management
• Reputation Management
• Creative Services

Why teams choose LocalFresh:

• Cost-effective results without runaway retainers
• Long-term, relationship-driven approach
• Transparent processes with clear reporting
• Straightforward pricing, no hidden surprises

Take advantage of the TAO member 10% discount on LocalFresh Services and get started on making your brand impossible to ignore.

Oregon Business Academy

Shaping Future Leaders - Learn more and get involved

Invest in Oregon’s Future

Through a collaboration between the Oregon Business Academy and the Technology Association of Oregon, high school students gain hands-on, transformative learning experiences guided by mentors from our corporate community. Volunteers serve as coaches and role models, helping students develop leadership skills, confidence, and career-ready perspectives.

This collaboration is more than a program—it’s a chance to shape Oregon’s future. Students discover new possibilities, professionals give back in meaningful ways, and companies can directly invest in the next generation by sponsoring student participation. Together, we’re building stronger leaders, thriving businesses, and resilient communities across the state.  Check out Oregon Business Academy to learn  more and get involved.

Welcome New & Renewing Members!

We're excited to welcome the newest members of our community and extend a big thank you to those who have renewed their commitment! Your continued support helps us grow, connect, and drive innovation together.

Techlandia Hits 50 Episodes!

We’re thrilled to celebrate 50 episodes of Techlandia—our podcast showcasing the people and ideas shaping the future of technology in Oregon and beyond. From conversations on election integrity and cybersecurity to stories of innovation in space, film, and entrepreneurship, each episode has highlighted the creativity and impact of our community.

A huge thank you to our incredible guests and listeners who’ve made this journey possible. Here’s to the next 50!

 Catch up on episodes 

Looking for your next opportunity or exploring a new career path? Be sure to check out the Job & Resource Career Expo on September 24th in Hillsboro, where employers, community partners, and career resources come together to support job seekers. This free event is open to everyone—and we especially welcome recently laid-off professionals, veterans, and those seeking a fresh start.

We’d also love to see more TAO members and tech companies participate—don’t miss the chance to connect with talent and be part of this important community event.

Partner Spotlight: Avant Assessment

We’re proud to highlight Avant Assessment, a wonderful TAO member, for their recent thought leadership on the role of language in today’s workplace.

Check out their latest blog: Are Language Skills Essential in Today’s Global Workplace?

Avant’s post reminds us that language learning goes far beyond vocabulary. It builds analytical thinking, adaptability, empathy, and resilience—skills that employers increasingly value, and that AI has yet to replicate.

This perspective challenges us to think differently about the importance of language in our professional lives and how it shapes stronger, more connected workplaces.

 We encourage you to read the full article and reflect on how language learning can unlock new opportunities for individuals and organizations alike.

Sept 11th
Mac’s List Leadership Skills Event

Sept 12th
Generate Revenue Faster Workshop

Sept 15th
Portland Identity & Security Connect Event – Next Reason & Thales

Sept 17th
Silicon Forest Connect 2025

Sept 20th
Tailgate:  OSU vs UO

Sept 24th
Job & Resource Career Expo

Sept 25th

4K4 Community Fun Run 

Oct 3rd
OSU Fall EECS Virtual Networking

Oct 8th
Oregon CyberResilience Summit

Oct 16–17th
Bend Venture Conference

Sept 11th 

Data Foundations for AI – Community Event

Sept 22nd 

Individual Technology Awards

Sept 30th 

TAO Annual Meeting (Virtual)

Sept 30th 

TAO Legislative Reception, Salem

Oct 2nd

Fintech Community & ACAMS – Confronting New Face of Fraud

Looking for tech talent or your next opportunity?

Check out the Technology Association of Oregon Job Board! It’s completely free to use and connects employers and job seekers across Oregon’s thriving tech ecosystem. Whether you’re hiring or job hunting, it’s a great way to tap into a focused, engaged community of professionals in the region.

Post a job or browse opportunities today