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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity in the Age of AI
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence is changing how organizations work\, communicate\, and compete. It is also changing the cybersecurity landscape. \nThis session will begin with a practical review of cybersecurity fundamentals and today’s threat environment before exploring how artificial intelligence is creating both new opportunities and new risks for businesses. \nAttendees will learn how AI is being used to make phishing attempts\, social engineering\, and business email compromise more convincing and difficult to detect. The presenters will also discuss the risks of entering sensitive business information into public AI tools and the security considerations organizations should address as they experiment with emerging technologies. \nDesigned for business leaders\, administrators\, and operations professionals\, this session will provide practical guidance for strengthening cybersecurity practices while making informed decisions about AI use. \nWhat You’ll Learn  \n\nUnderstand Today’s Threats – Review the current cybersecurity landscape and the risks facing small and midsize organizations.\nRecognize AI-Enhanced Attacks – Learn how artificial intelligence is making phishing\, social engineering\, and business email compromise more sophisticated.\nProtect Sensitive Business Data – Identify the risks associated with sharing confidential\, client\, employee\, or company information through public AI tools.\nEvaluate AI Tools More Safely – Explore important security considerations for organizations testing or implementing artificial intelligence.\nStrengthen Cybersecurity Practices – Leave with practical recommendations that business leaders\, administrators\, and operations professionals can apply within their organizations.\n\n Who Should Attend  \nThis session is ideal for AEC administrative and operations professionals who help manage technology\, information\, risk\, policies\, or business processes\, including: \n\nFirm Administrators\, Office Managers\, and Operations Leads\nIT Coordinators and Technology Decision-Makers\nHR\, Finance\, Marketing\, and Project Administration Professionals\nPrincipals and Business Leaders\nAnyone responsible for protecting company\, employee\, or client information\n\n Event Details  \n\nDate & Time: Tuesday September 15\, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Pacific)\nDuration: 1 Hour\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\nCost: $0 for SDA PNW members | $10 for SDA members of other Chapters | $20 for Non-Members\n\nRegister / purchase tickets via the link below – note tiered pricing options.  Attendees of the live event will receive a Certificate of Attendance and access to the recording (SDA Category: Office Administration). *For this online presentation\, ticket holders may share the Zoom link with their coworkers (same location). Please note: Cancellations within 3 days of the event and no-shows are not eligible for a refund. If registration is closed\, this session may be full. \n  \nMeet the Presenters  \nTony Lesirge – Managing Principal\, EXP Technical \nAs Managing Principal of EXP Technical\, Tony Lesirge serves as the company’s chief technologist. He helps define technology strategy and direction for EXP Technical and many of its clients while remaining active as a consultant and advisor to organizations throughout the Pacific Northwest. \nTony brings more than 20 years of IT leadership experience spanning consulting\, cloud services\, cybersecurity\, and technology operations. Before joining EXP Technical\, he served as Director of IT for a national healthcare organization. \nTony holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Computing and Information Systems and is a Certified Scrum Master. \n  \nKelly Paletta – Director of Sales and Marketing\, EXP Technical \nKelly Paletta is Director of Sales and Marketing at EXP Technical and the primary instructor for EXP Academy\, a free online technology training platform. \nDuring the past two decades\, Kelly has helped hundreds of small and midsize organizations navigate technology decisions\, cybersecurity challenges\, and IT strategy. He regularly speaks about cybersecurity\, technology leadership\, and the practical business implications of emerging technologies. \nKelly holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Arizona.
URL:https://sdapnw.org/event/cyber_security_ai/
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CATEGORIES:CDFA/O,Virtual Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SDA Pacific Northwest Chapter":MAILTO:sdapnw@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Meet and Greet with SDA PNW
DESCRIPTION:Want to find out more about what SDA PNW is all about? \nWell\, we are hosting 3 virtual meet and greets this year\, one each month August – October and at different times for maximum flexibility in busy schedules.  Choose the one that fits your calendar best – or attend all three! \nJoin us to find out more about: \n\nWho and what is SDA?\nWhat can SDA do for you?\nIs SDA really for you? (it probably is)\n\nFree to attend\, open to anyone who wants to chat or listen in. We’ll have a few starter questions to break the ice\, but this is an informal networking / social event designed to introduce SDA to curious folks looking for a network of professional peers. Grab a beverage and/or snack\, and hop on from your desk or mobile device! \nDate/Time \n\nAugust 7\, 2026 from 12 – 1pm (Pacific)\nSeptember 17\, 2026 from 9 – 10am (Pacific)\nOctober 13\, 2026 from 8 – 9am (Pacific)\n\nPlease RSVP below to receive the Zoom link for your preferred session(s).
URL:https://sdapnw.org/event/meet-and-greet-with-sda-pnw-260917/
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CATEGORIES:Social Event
ORGANIZER;CN="SDA Pacific Northwest Chapter":MAILTO:sdapnw@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Meet and Greet with SDA PNW
DESCRIPTION:Want to find out more about what SDA PNW is all about? \nWell\, we are hosting 3 virtual meet and greets this year\, one each month August – October and at different times for maximum flexibility in busy schedules.  Choose the one that fits your calendar best – or attend all three! \nJoin us to find out more about: \n\nWho and what is SDA?\nWhat can SDA do for you?\nIs SDA really for you? (it probably is)\n\nFree to attend\, open to anyone who wants to chat or listen in. We’ll have a few starter questions to break the ice\, but this is an informal networking / social event designed to introduce SDA to curious folks looking for a network of professional peers. Grab a beverage and/or snack\, and hop on from your desk or mobile device! \nDate/Time \n\nAugust 7\, 2026 from 12pm – 1pm (Pacific)\nSeptember 17\, 2026 from 9 – 10am (Pacific)\nOctober 13\, 2026 from 8 – 9am (Pacific)\n\nPlease RSVP below to receive the Zoom link for your preferred session(s).
URL:https://sdapnw.org/event/meet-and-greet-with-sda-pnw-261015/
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CATEGORIES:Social Event
ORGANIZER;CN="SDA Pacific Northwest Chapter":MAILTO:sdapnw@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Social Media for Architects: What's Working Now
DESCRIPTION:Most firms are posting content that looks the same and\, increasingly\, is AI-generated. This session cuts through the noise to show what’s actually resonating with architecture and design audiences today. Amy Golden and Paige Childs of Paxson Fay will share practical\, real-world strategies for turning your projects\, team culture\, and design process into a sustainable content engine that supports your firm’s bottom line\, without adding hours to your week. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nYou’ll walk away with: \n\nA better understanding of today’s social media landscape\nA realistic framework for building a social strategy\, even with limited time\nFive content pillars every firm can use\, and how to repurpose one project into a full content campaign\nHow to measure what’s working\, and how to avoid the most common mistakes\n\n Who Should Attend\nThis session is ideal for AEC professionals who support their firm’s marketing\, communications\, business development\, and brand visibility\, including: \n\nMarketing and Communications professionals\nFirm Administrators and Operations professionals involved in marketing\nBusiness Development professionals\nPrincipals and firm leaders\nAnyone responsible for creating or managing social media content for an architecture\, engineering\, or design firm\n\nWhether social media is a primary part of your role or simply one more responsibility on an already-full plate\, this session will offer practical ideas you can put to work right away. \nEvent Details \n\nDate & Time: Tuesday October 13\, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Pacific)\nDuration: 1 Hour\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\nCost: $0 for SDA PNW members | $10 for SDA members of other Chapters | $20 for Non-Members\n\nRegister / purchase tickets via the link below – note tiered pricing options.  Attendees of the live event will receive a Certificate of Attendance and access to the recording (SDA Category: Office Administration). *For this online presentation\, ticket holders may share the Zoom link with their coworkers (same location). Please note: Cancellations within 3 days of the event and no-shows are not eligible for a refund. If registration is closed\, this session may be full. \nMeet the Presenter: Amy Golden\, Co-Founder of Paxson Fay  \n \nAmy Golden\, MBA\, is Co-Founder and Principal of Paxson Fay\, where she leads strategic communications for architecture firms and product manufacturers across the built environment. With more than a decade of experience in the architecture and design industry\, Amy specializes in helping brands increase visibility\, strengthen their market position\, and drive business growth through public relations\, social media\, thought leadership\, awards\, email marketing\, advertising\, and content strategy. She is passionate about developing communications programs that build credibility\, elevate brand awareness\, and keep organizations top of mind with architects\, designers\, media\, and other key industry audiences. \nThroughout her career\, Amy has partnered with leading firms and manufacturers—including Lake|Flato\, Miller Hull\, SHED Architecture & Design\, Móz Designs\, and Nakamoto Forestry—to earn national recognition and build lasting engagement with A&D audiences. Combining an MBA with a background in marketing and advertising\, Amy brings a strategic\, results-driven approach that helps clients tell compelling stories\, expand their reach\, and create meaningful connections that support long-term brand growth. \nMeet the Presenter: Paige Childs\, Senior Account Executive at Paxson Fay  \n \nPaige Childs is Senior Account Executive and Digital Lead at Paxson Fay\, where she leads communications programs for architecture firms and product manufacturers. \nHaving worked with firms of all sizes and at every stage of growth across the West Coast\, Paige has developed deep expertise in clarifying a firm’s identity and vision. Using industry knowledge and creative\, data-informed strategy\, she translates that identity into effective communications across social media\, public relations\, awards\, email marketing\, and digital advertising. \nHer work with architecture firms is complemented by a strong background partnering with leading commercial and residential product brands\, including 3form\, LightArt\, Nakamoto Forestry\, Coronet LED\, Pinnacle Architectural Lighting\, and Sabin. Through this work\, she’s developed a deep understanding of the nuanced specification process and the channels and messages that effectively build awareness\, educate the A&D community\, and support sales. \nAbout Paxson Fay  \nPaxson Fay is a communications agency specializing in architecture\, design\, and the creative industries. For over a decade\, we’ve helped architecture and design firms tell their stories\, reach new audiences\, and establish lasting visibility through thoughtful PR\, social media\, and strategic communications. \nOur work celebrates the people and ideas shaping the built environment—from emerging studios completing their first landmark projects to established firms redefining what’s possible in their markets. We understand the rhythms of an architecture practice: the long arc of a project\, the gap between completion and publication\, and the particular challenge of translating the depth of design thinking into stories that resonate with editors\, clients\, and the public alike. \nRooted in curiosity and collaboration\, we approach every partnership with the same purpose: to champion the passions of good people doing good work.
URL:https://sdapnw.org/event/social-media-for-architects-2026/
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CATEGORIES:CDFA/O,Virtual Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SDA Pacific Northwest Chapter":MAILTO:sdapnw@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:J.U.S.T Certification & Annual Meeting (SDA PNW Chapter)
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for our annual Chapter Business Meeting\, which will be held either immediately after the November Business Practice Event. \nTime TBD.
URL:https://sdapnw.org/event/annual-meeting-sda-pnw-chapter/
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ORGANIZER;CN="SDA Pacific Northwest Chapter":MAILTO:sdapnw@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261208T120000
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SUMMARY:Individual Tax Changes and Understanding Business Cash Flow
DESCRIPTION:Tax changes can be difficult to follow—and business cash flow can be just as difficult to interpret. What has changed for individuals and families? What does cash flow mean for the business you support? \nThis session brings both topics together in a practical\, accessible presentation. Alan Dance\, CPA\, CGMA\, will begin with a brief overview of individual tax changes signed into law in 2025\, highlighting changes that may benefit individuals and families. \nThe remainder of the session will focus on making sense of business cash flow. This portion is intended for attendees who support their firm’s accounting or financial activities\, as well as anyone who would like a clearer understanding of this important business concept. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nAn overview of recent individual tax changes\nTax changes that may benefit individuals and families\nFoundational information about business cash flow\nA clearer understanding of cash flow within a business\nFinancial concepts relevant to the firms attendees support\n\nWho Should Attend \nThis session may be especially helpful for: \n\nAEC administrative and operations professionals\nAccounting and finance staff\nOffice managers and firm administrators\nEmployees who assist with business accounting\nAnyone interested in recent individual tax changes\n\nEvent Details  \n\nDate & Time: Tuesday December 8\, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Pacific)\nDuration: 1 Hour\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\nCost: $0 for SDA PNW members | $10 for SDA members of other Chapters | $20 for Non-Members\n\nRegister / purchase tickets via the link below – note tiered pricing options.  Attendees of the live event will receive a Certificate of Attendance and access to the recording (SDA Category: Financial). *For this online presentation\, ticket holders may share the Zoom link with their coworkers (same location). Please note: Cancellations within 3 days of the event and no-shows are not eligible for a refund. If registration is closed\, this session may be full. \n  \nMeet the Presenter: Alan Dance\, CPA\, CGMA; Managing Partner\, GDM Private Financial Solutions LLC | Director of Tax\, Soltis Investment Advisors \nAlan Dance is an experienced accounting and tax professional who works with individuals and business owners. As Managing Partner of GDM Private Financial Solutions LLC\, he provides accounting\, tax planning and preparation\, business consulting\, estate planning\, and related financial services. \nAlan also serves as Director of Tax for Soltis Investment Advisors. His professional background includes tax\, accounting\, business ownership\, and financial advising.
URL:https://sdapnw.org/event/individual-tax-changes2026/
LOCATION:Your device
CATEGORIES:CDFA/O,Virtual Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="SDA Pacific Northwest Chapter":MAILTO:sdapnw@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Holiday Social (in-person)
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URL:https://sdapnw.org/event/holiday-social-in-person/
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