Portland Open Source Meetup

About This Event
The rules of digital are changing faster than ever. AI is accelerating everything — from how we design and build to how we deliver value. So how do you create digital solutions that don’t just survive constant change, but profit from it?

Join Mats Persson, CEO of Umbraco, one of the world’s most trusted open-source digital experience platforms, for a conversation about how openness isn’t just a technical choice — it’s a strategy for innovation and growth.

You’ll explore how open digital platforms give businesses, creators, and agencies the flexibility to adapt quickly, integrate new tools, and build sustainable digital success in an AI-driven world.

Why Attend
This session digs into the opportunities that openness unlocks — across technology, creativity, and business strategy. You’ll walk away with:

• A new perspective on why open digital platforms give teams a true competitive edge
• Real examples of how companies are turning flexibility and extensibility into profitability
• Insights on the connection between open ecosystems, collaborative communities, and sustainable innovation
• Clarity on how to build on technology designed for adaptability — and why that matters more than ever
• An inside look at how Umbraco’s approach to openness positions it at the center of where digital platforms are heading

Who Should Attend
This event is for anyone building, managing, or leading digital experiences:

• Developers looking for extensibility and technical freedom
• Designers who value creative control and flexibility
• Content strategists focused on scalable workflows and consistent storytelling
• Marketers evaluating how flexible, open platforms can support smarter campaigns, personalization, and integrated data strategies
• Digital leaders focused on profitable growth and future-ready foundations

Something Fun: Wine, Meet the Open Web
Portland Pairings, our favorite local wine shop, will be curating a tasting designed for the way we work.

Ever wondered what pairs best with an evening of prompt-engineering the perfect line of code or crafting that killer campaign in ChatGPT? We’ve got you. Expect a relaxed tasting menu that matches big ideas with bold pours.