Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) PubTalks, presented by Columbia Bank, are where Oregon’s entrepreneurial energy comes to life.

AI is becoming part of everyday business decisions, from product features to operations and growth strategies. As more startups adopt AI tools, questions around ethics, transparency, and responsible use are moving from theory into day-to-day practice.

Our June PubTalk on Wednesday, June 10th, hosted by Willamette University MBA, brings together founders, educators, and industry leaders to share practical perspectives on building with AI. The conversation will explore common challenges such as reducing bias, protecting user data, setting clear accountability, and making thoughtful choices without slowing momentum.

Expect a grounded, experience-driven discussion with real examples, lessons learned, and ideas you can apply to your own company.

Join us for a practical conversation on using AI in ways that support both innovation and trust.

Featuring
 

Moderator

Reggie Wideman
Senior Client Partner
Stitch

Panel

Tim Johnson
Associate Professor
Willamette University

Tisson Mathew
CEO
Skypoint

Suzame Tong
Founder
Level Seven

Details

Location: Miller Nash, 1140 SW Washington Street, #700, Portland, Oregon 97205

Hashtag: #OENPubTalk

Cost: $15 for OEN members; $25 for non-members. *Sorry, no refunds.* 

Not yet an OEN member? Join today, and you can get a free pass to a PubTalk!

June 5-Minute Pitch

At each PubTalk two companies are invited to wow the crowd with a five minute pitch. OEN is delighted to welcome these companies for our JunePubTalk.

If you are interested in having your company pitch at a future PubTalk please click here to email Rylee O’Brien.

Give It A Wyrl

We are bringing back Wyrl to our April PubTalk.  Wyrl shows you who’s around you in real time, making it easy to connect with people who share your interests or professional goals. Built for networking at conferences, meetups, and events, it helps you quickly identify the right people and start meaningful conversations when it matters most.

   

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