I mean, by default if you throw a huge event in January, it’s going to be the biggest tech event of the year. But based on how amazing and awesome the inaugural Silicon Forest Tech Summit was, it can probably hang onto that ranking throughout 2025. You should definitely go, either way.

What’s the Silicon Forest Tech Summit, you ask…?
We are bringing together the entire tech ecosystem, uniting emerging tech startups, established corporations, innovative technologists, and educational institutions. This year’s summit is titled Advancing Technology and Building a Global Community. We aim to spotlight emerging technologies, demystify advanced manufacturing, and illuminate the future of work and career opportunities in the tech industry.
The event takes place Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Wingspan Center in Hillsboro. It consists of talks, tradeshow exhibits, and networking opportunities. Tickets are available on a sliding scale.
For more information or to grab a ticket, visit Silicon Forest Tech Summit.
[Full disclosure: I serve as a volunteer advisor for the Silicon Forest Tech Summit, but I can’t really take any credit for how awesome it is.]