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ATD Cascadia Presents - Sip & Connect: From Small Talk to Real Connections: A Guided Networking Experience

  • Tuesday, May 26, 2026
  • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Steeplejack Brewing 5834 NE Pinefarm Ct, Hillsboro, OR 97124

Registration

  • Appetizers/small bites are included in the registration fee.
  • Appetizers/small bites are included in the registration fee.
  • Join now for one year of Cascadia ATD membership and get this program and all the rest at member pricing! Appetizers/small bites are included in the registration fee.
  • Discounted rate for members of partner organizations. Must be a member of ICF, ODN or SHRM. Contact ATD Cascadia for Code. Appetizers/small bites are included in the registration fee.

Register


Join ATD Cascadia for an engaging evening focused on making networking more approachable, authentic, and effective. This event is designed to foster meaningful connections through a mix of facilitated activities and open networking.

We’ll kick things off with a career transition expert who will share practical tips and strategies from crafting your elevator pitch to building genuine professional relationships. From there, participants will engage in structured, “speed networking”- style interactions to help break the ice and spark connections.

Whether you're considering your next move or simply investing in your network, this experience is designed to help you connect with greater confidence and authenticity.

Key Takeaways / Learning Outcomes:

  • A clear, confident way to introduce yourself (and actually remember others)
  • Practical strategies to make networking feel more natural and less forced
  • Real connections you can build on beyond the event

What to Expect:

  • Expert insights on effective networking
  • Guided, speed-networking style activities
  • Opportunities to build authentic connections in a supportive environment

Food & Beverage:

Enjoy provided food during the event. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.


Who Should Attend

  • Learning and development professionals

  • HR professionals focused on talent development

  • Training managers and coordinators

  • Anyone interested in professional development trends

  • ATD members and those considering membership!


Our programs are a great opportunity to connect with talent development colleagues from across the area as well as to learn something new as each meeting focuses on a different topic related to our profession. Our programs are open to members and non-members alike. 

Additional Registration Information

Discounted registration is available for our partner organizations (ICF, NSA, ODN, SHRM).

Multiple registrations? Contact the office at 503-579-1552 or adminassistant@tdcascadia.org.

Need a refund? Send a written request to adminassistant@tdcascadia.org at least one week before the event. No refunds or credits for future events given after that time.

IMPORTANT NOTE:   Please register in advance.

HRCI and SHRM

This program may be eligible for self-certification for HRCI and SHRM recertification credits. You will need to keep records of the event and prepare any required paperwork. Visit the HRCI recertification webpage or the SHRM recertification webpage for more information.


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