PDX Web & Design

🍹 Join us for drinks and conversation with fellow web professionals!
Take a break from your screens and join the 'PDX Web & Design' community for a casual evening of drinks, conversation, and connections at one of Portland's favorite spots, The Hilt on Alberta.

This is a laid-back opportunity to:

• Meet other web designers and developers in Portland
• Share what you're working on (or take a night off from talking shop!)
• Discover potential collaborations or just make new friends
• Enjoy some of Portland's local flavor

About The Venue
The Hilt has some great drinks and food options plus an amazing patio perfect for networking in a relaxed atmosphere.

Who Should Come

• Everyone in the web industry is welcome! Whether you're:
• A seasoned developer or designer
• Just starting your web career
• A freelancer looking to connect
• Agency team members
• Remote workers craving some in-person interaction

No agenda, no presentations—just good conversation with like-minded professionals.

What to Expect
First time at a PDXWeb event? Don't worry! Our community is friendly and welcoming. Look for our group inside or on the patio (I'll update with specifics closer to the event). I'll make sure everyone gets introduced and feels included.

This casual gathering is perfect for building those personal connections that make the Portland web community special. Drop in when you can, stay as long as you'd like!

RSVP to help me anticipate attendance.
See you there!

Get actionable solutions to your most pressing business challenges at this PDX Web & Design Business Mastermind.

Whether you're a freelancer or an agency owner, new or seasoned professional, this Mastermind session will let you tap into the brain of other professionals for stories and their experiences dealing with similar challenges.

Topics You Can Bring:

• Client acquisition and retention strategies
• Pricing and packaging your services
• Managing workflow and scaling operations
• Building and leading teams (or staying successfully solo)
• Work-life balance as a business owner
• and anything else related to your work

Format:

• Hot seat sessions where individuals can present specific business challenges, ask questions, and get insights from other professionals

This event is designed for:

• Freelance web designers and developers
• Digital agency owners and leaders
• Web professionals transitioning to business ownership
• Established business owners looking to scale or solve specific challenges

Benefits of Participating:

• Get actionable solutions to your most pressing business challenges
• Expand your network of local web professionals
• Discover potential collaboration opportunities
• Gain perspective from others who understand your specific industry challenges
• Leave with concrete next steps to implement in your business

What is a Business Mastermind?
A mastermind brings together motivated professionals to solve problems, share insights, and hold each other accountable. This facilitated session creates a powerful brain trust where the collective intelligence of the group helps each member overcome challenges and identify new opportunities.

Our Mission:
This mastermind aligns with PDXWeb's mission to build a collaborative community where web professionals can learn, share insights, and build lasting connections. Whether you're just starting your freelance journey or running an established agency, this session offers valuable peer insights you won't find anywhere else.

Space is limited to ensure quality interaction, so RSVP today!

📅 Join us for a productive day of co-working and constructive feedback!

The co-working day on April 2nd brought together both designers and developers talking shop and getting stuff done. So we're doing it again.

Come bring your projects and ideas to work alongside fellow web professionals in a focused, collaborative environment! This event combines independent work time with structured peer feedback to help you move your projects forward.

There's lots of spaces to work in - both in the conference area as well as smaller more private spaces, all with amazing views of Portland.

Schedule:

• 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Morning co-working session
• 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch break (bring your own or join us at nearby spots)
• 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Project feedback roundtable
• 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Afternoon co-working session

Project Feedback Roundtable (1:00 - 2:00 PM)
This is your chance to get fresh eyes on your work! During this hour, you can present your projects and receive feedback from peers or brainstorm solutions to any challenges. Whether you're stuck on a coding challenge, need UX input, or want to brainstorm new features, this is the perfect opportunity to tap into our community's collective expertise.

How it works:

• Each presenter gets 5-10 minutes (depending on attendance)
• Brief overview of your project and specific areas where you'd like feedback
• Open discussion and suggestions from the group

Who Should Attend

• Web designers and developers at any experience level
• Freelancers and agency owners looking for a productive work environment
• Anyone with a project they'd like feedback on
• Web professionals wanting to connect with the Portland community

What to Bring

• Your laptop and any other work essentials
• A project you'd like feedback on (optional)
• Questions and insights to share with others
• Your own snacks/drinks (we'll have some basics available)

This event aligns with our mission to build a collaborative community where web professionals can learn, share insights, and build lasting connections to support not only the growing PDX Web & Design community but also the local businesses.

Whether you're looking to focus on your own work, provide valuable feedback, or receive input on your projects, this co-working day offers something for everyone.

Space is limited, so RSVP today!

Join us at Nedspace Downtown, Portland’s oldest coworking space, to wrap up the year with inspiration, connection, and creativity! Thanks Faris for hosting us.

We look forward to seeing you there and helping each other thrive!