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

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