Portland Events Calendar

Our events calendar features local events representing different organizations around the Portland Metro Area. From networking and educational to technical and fun, you’ll be sure to find something of interest. Browse our calendar, and don’t forget MindShare hosts a great monthly career-focused webinar!

Interested in listing an event to our calendar? Click on the “Post Your Event” button below.  Thank you!

Jun
16
Mon
Engagement Series: A Conversation About Recognition & Retention @ Wayfinder Beer – Portland Brewpub
Jun 16 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
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DATE: July 16th, 2025

TIME: 4:30 pm – 6 pm
LOCATION: Wayfinder Beer – Portland Brewpub
COST: Free!

Join HR Annie and pdxMindShare (powered by HR Annie Consulting) for our 4-part Engagement Series, where we bring together industry leaders and peers for meaningful conversations on today’s most pressing workplace topics. These in-person events will be hosted at various local businesses, creating a dynamic space for discussion and connection.

Our third discussion, Benefits, Compensation, & Messaging, will take place at Wayfinder Beer’s Portland Brewpub.

Join us for a game-changing conversation about the positive and lasting impact of valuing each other in the workplace. Learn to authentically plan and execute recognition programs that tie directly to retention, innovation, and connection with one another and in your organizations.

This event is free to attend. Refreshments will be available for purchase to enjoy during the conversation.

Jun
24
Tue
Resume Workshop: Build a Resume That Works for You @ Virtual
Jun 24 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
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DATE: June 24th, 2025

TIME: 5:30 pm – 7 pm PST
LOCATION: Zoom
COST: $10/ attendee

Whether you’re starting from scratch or updating an existing resume, this interactive workshop will walk you through the essentials of building a strong, effective resume that helps you stand out. We’ll cover general tips and tricks, review real resume examples, and help you tailor your materials to match job descriptions and industry expectations.

You’ll have the chance to:

  • Learn how to write a compelling objective statement.
  • Do hands-on exercises identifying keywords and qualifications in job ads.
  • Get tools for researching roles, industries, and companies.
  • Understand how to leverage your resume updates on platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed.

We’ll wrap things up with a fun resume trivia activity, where the winner will get a one-on-one 1-hour resume and LinkedIn review session!

Tickets are $10, but everyone is welcome! If cost is a barrier, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at tcr@hrannieconsulting.com.

100% of proceeds will be donated to Cultivate Initiatives, a nonprofit organization that supports East Portland, working alongside marginalized communities to empower individuals and communities through an inclusive range of support services. 

Aug
5
Tue
HR & Manager Crash Course Summer 2025 (2 Day Course) @ Urban Office
Aug 5 @ 9:00 am – Aug 6 @ 4:00 pm
DATE: Tuesday, August 5th & Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
TIME: 9 am – 4 pm
LOCATION: Choose to attend virtually or in person at Urban Office!
COST: $1200/ attendee
Join us for another session of our 2-day hybrid HR & Manager Crash Course training this Summer!Perfect for anyone on your team with HR or management functions baked into their role – like hiring, performance, coaching, employee relations, culture, and communication.

About the Manager Crash Course

Whether you’re a manager, a supervisor, an HR professional, or an owner who wears all the hats, you will gain critical foundational knowledge to provide effective leadership, minimize legal risk, and maximize employee performance.

The Schedule

DAY 1 – Tuesday, August 5th

  • Welcome & Introductions
  • Communication Foundations for Managers
  • Leaders are the Culture Keepers: A Manager’s Role in an Inclusive & Respectful Workplace
  • Lunch Break*(Provided)
  • Hiring Right the First Time: Recruitment Strategy and Interview Compliance/Best Practice
  • Onboarding/Retention: Building Engagement in The First 90 Days & Beyond

DAY 2 – Wednesday, August 6th

  • Protected Leaves of Absence: What Managers Need to Know
  • ABCs of ADA: Workplace Accommodations – What Managers Need to Know
  • Lunch Break* (Provided)
  • Performance Management: Coaching & Feedback
  • Performance Management: Progressive Discipline & Documentation
  • Closing + Q&A
The two days of workshopping are designed to layer and blend well from course to course, as well as give participants the important opportunity to listen and learn from the other attendees/industries on how they are approaching and reflecting on the work they have in common.This 2-day event is eligible for 11 SHRM & 11 HRCI credits!
Aug
7
Thu
2025 Update: What Employers Need to Know About Compliance & HR Trends (Webinar) @ Virtual
Aug 7 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

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DATE: Thursday, August 7, 2025
TIME: 11 AM – 12 PM
LOCATION: Virtual via Zoom
COST: $35 / attendee

A lot has happened (and keeps happening) in the world of employment law, and it can be challenging to keep up and anticipate what’s around the corner. Join HR Annie for this not-to-be-missed legal update webinar that reviews:

  1. Recent developments in state law and federal law.
  2. What Oregon employers need to do now to comply with new legal requirements.
  3. Awareness of upcoming changes that may impact your operations.

Key Takeaways

  • Awareness of new policies.
  • Guidance regarding current policies that may need modifications.
  • Guidance from a trusted HR Annie employment law partner about current risk mitigation for your organization.

Other Details

  • If you can’t make the live session, a 7-day accessible recording link will be sent to all registrants.
  • Eligible for 1 hour each of SHRM and HRCI credits!
  • We will donate $10 from every registration to our speaker’s non-profit of choice.
Aug
20
Wed
Engagement Series: A Conversation About Building Meaningful Connection @ Andina Restaurant
Aug 20 @ 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
DATE:Wednesday, August 20, 2025
TIME:4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
LOCATION: Andina Restaurant- Portland, OR
COST: Free

Join HR Annie and pdxMindShare (powered by HR Annie Consulting) for our 4-part Engagement Series, where we bring together industry leaders and peers for meaningful conversations on today’s most pressing workplace topics. These in-person events will be hosted at various local businesses, creating a dynamic space for discussion and connection.

Our fourth and final discussion, Building Meaningful Connection, will take place at Andina Restaurant.

Join us for a conversation about how to build trust and connection in the workplace. From active listening to engagement, we’ll discuss pathways to connect to individuals and teams in authentic and meaningful ways.

This event is free to attend. Refreshments will be available for purchase to enjoy during the conversation.

Oct
16
Thu
Culture Check-Up: From Survival to Thriving Workplaces (Webinar) @ Virtual
Oct 16 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

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DATE: Thursday, October 16th, 2025
TIME: 11 AM – 12 PM
LOCATION: Virtual via Zoom
COST: $35 / attendee

In a post-pandemic world, employers are ready to move away from survival mode (the bare minimum) to a welcomed gear of THRIVE. Join HR Annie for a webinar that unpacks how to take on new challenges, develop individuals and teams, and fully transition to next-level operations.

Key Takeaways

  1. Best practices surrounding change management.
  2. Top recommendations for how to build skills for team members.
  3. How to move from reactive approaches to clear, proactive communication & accountability.

Other Details

  • If you can’t make the live session, a 7-day accessible recording link will be sent to all registrants.
  • Eligible for 1 hour each of SHRM and HRCI credits!
  • We will donate $10 from every registration to our speaker’s non-profit of choice.
Nov
4
Tue
HR & Manager Crash Course Fall 2025 (2 Day Course) @ Urban Office
Nov 4 @ 9:00 am – Nov 5 @ 4:00 pm

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DATE: Tuesday, November 4th & Wednesday, November 5th

TIME: 9 am- 4 pm
LOCATION: Join in person at Urban Office or virtually
COST: $1200/ attendee
Join us for another session of our 2-day hybrid HR & Manager Crash Course training this Fall!
Perfect for anyone on your team with HR or management functions baked into their role – like hiring, performance, coaching, employee relations, culture, and communication.

About the Manager Crash Course

Whether you’re a manager, a supervisor, an HR professional, or an owner who wears all the hats, you will gain critical foundational knowledge to provide effective leadership, minimize legal risk, and maximize employee performance.

The Schedule

DAY 1 – Tuesday, November 4th

  • Welcome & Introductions
  • Communication Foundations for Managers
  • Leaders are the Culture Keepers: A Manager’s Role in an Inclusive & Respectful Workplace
  • Lunch Break*(Provided)
  • Hiring Right the First Time: Recruitment Strategy and Interview Compliance/Best Practice
  • Onboarding/Retention: Building Engagement in The First 90 Days & Beyond

DAY 2 – Wednesday, November 5th

  • Protected Leaves of Absence: What Managers Need to Know
  • ABCs of ADA: Workplace Accommodations – What Managers Need to Know
  • Lunch Break* (Provided)
  • Performance Management: Coaching & Feedback
  • Performance Management: Progressive Discipline & Documentation
  • Closing + Q&A

The two days of workshopping are designed to layer and blend well from course to course, as well as give participants the important opportunity to listen and learn from the other attendees/industries on how they are approaching and reflecting on the work they have in common.

This 2-day event is eligible for 11 SHRM & 11 HRCI credits!