Wednesday, June 11th • Ecotrust Building
Helping NW professionals take off with AI
Move from Curiosity to Capability
This session is built for leaders, teams, and professionals across small and medium-sized businesses in the Pacific Northwest. If you've dabbled in ChatGPT or heard the AI buzz but don't know how to move from experimentation to implementation, you're in the right place.
Cut through the noise and embrace AI's potential with actionable plans you can use practically, responsibly, and confidently… starting tomorrow. Whether you're leading a team or managing your own workload, you'll leave with tools, examples, and fresh perspective on what AI can (and can't) do for your role, your organization, and your future.
Why Attend AI Launchpad NW?
No AI Hype
Get beyond AI buzzwords and theoretical concepts. Learn tangible applications you can implement immediately to boost productivity, creativity, and problem-solving. You do not need a technical background.
Small Group Guidance
Connect directly with AI specialists in creativity, policy, tech, and operations during intimate Q&A discussions.
Get answers to your specific questions.
People-First Approach
Our proven framework puts people at the center of AI adoption. Learn how to empower your team to work smarter, collaborate better, and lead with purpose in the age of AI.
Business Leaders & Owners who want to explore how AI can boost productivity, creativity, or customer service
Team Managers & Department Heads looking to guide responsible, effective AI use across their teams
Knowledge Workers & Creatives who want to improve workflows, save time, and stay ahead of change
HR, Operations & Marketing Pros exploring how AI can support day-to-day tasks
Non-Technical Professionals who want to understand how to work with AI tools
If you've felt left out of the AI conversation and are ready to rejoin it on your own terms, this event is for you.
AI Launchpad NW is especially relevant for organizations ready to take smart first steps from experimentation into meaningful, business-aligned AI use.
Who Should Attend?
Agenda
10:00 am
Get settled with coffee and connect with fellow attendees
Check-in + Welcome
10:30 am
Nicole Mors & Megan Notarte guide you through practical AI applications for personal productivity and professional growth
AI for Individuals
11:30 am
Break into intimate discussion groups with AI experts while enjoying lunch
Small Group Q&A + Lunch
12:30 pm
Jordan Plawner shares frameworks for implementing AI strategically across teams and departments
AI for Organizations
1:30 pm
Discover how to connect your favorite apps, streamline workflows, and automate repetitive tasks
Automation Session with Zapier
2:15 - 3pm
Solidify connections and enjoy a sweet treat from Willamette
Wrap-up + Networking
Ready For Liftoff?
Meet the Experts
Megan Notarte
Technology Leader & AI Portland Co-Founder
Nicole Mors
Design Leader & AI Portland Co-Founder
Jordan Plawner
AI Advisory Group
Suzame Tong
Executive AI Advisor &
Change Leader
Lindsey Washburn
Director of Public and Social Sector Policy for the AI Governance Group
Addie Olson
AI Specialist and Data Science Consultant
Mike Creighton
AI Strategy & Innovation Consulting