​Please note, this registration page is for job seekers only. If you are a startup looking to hire, please visit https://luma.com/sdvngfhr.

​Land Your Next Role at Oregon's Startup Hiring Festival

​Looking to start 2026 off right with your next big opportunity? The Oregon Hiring Festival brought to you by MeeBoss, Oregon Entrepreneur Network [OEN], and WeWork, is HERE! We’re bringing together dozens of hiring companies and hundreds of pre-matched job seekers for an afternoon of direct connections, real conversations, and in-person interviews.

​This isn’t a typical job fair. MeeBoss is a match-first, chat-first platform that connects you directly with hiring managers before you even step into the room. That means by the time you arrive, you’ll already have matches and conversations underway and you’ll know exactly who will be there in advance to prioritize meeting during the festival.

​How It Works for Job Seekers

1. ​Register here on Luma

   • ​Fill in your details so we can confirm your spot.

   • ​Space is limited, and registration will be approved manually to ensure balance.

2. ​Get Matched on MeeBoss

   • ​Once registered, you’ll receive an invite to set up your MeeBoss profile.

   • ​MeeBoss will automatically match you with open roles from participating startups.

3. ​Start Chatting with Employers

   • ​Use MeeBoss’ ChatFirst platform to connect with companies during the event.

   • ​Build relationships, ask questions, and line up potential interviews.

4. ​Keep the Momentum Going

   • ​After the event, continue conversations in MeeBoss chat.

   • ​Many job seekers walk away with interviews scheduled and some even get hired on-site.

​Please note, this registration page is for job seekers only. If you are a startup looking to hire, please visit https://luma.com/sdvngfhr.

​Festival Format & Agenda

​11:00 – 11:30 AM | Doors Open & Check-In

• ​​Registration desk open (remains staffed throughout the day)

• ​​Coffee + light snacks available for early arrivals

• ​​Informal networking before the program begins

​11:30 – 11:45 AM | Welcome & Opening Remarks

• ​​Welcome to the MeeBoss Portland Hiring Festival

• ​​Introduction of our co-host Oregon Entrepreneur Network (OEN) and supporting ecosystem partners

• ​​Overview of the event format and how to make the most of the day

​​11:45 – 12:30 PM | Panel Discussion: "How to Stand Out in a Crowded Job Market: Clarify Your Value, Sharpen Your Story, and Make Every Application Count"

• ​A moderated conversation with recruiters, staffing leaders, and workforce experts working across the Portland job market

• ​Practical insights on where hiring activity is happening locally and how candidates can find real opportunities

• ​Tips on how job seekers can stand out in a competitive hiring environment

• ​Audience Q&A

​​12:30 – 1:00 PM | Lunch: served buffet-style so guests can naturally rotate in and out

​​1:00 – 2:30 PM | Live MeeBoss Workshop: Chat-to-Apply with Hiring Companies!

• ​Short presentation: Initiating Good Conversations with Hiring Managers

• ​Participate in a live chat-to-apply sessions with companies you are matched with on MeeBoss

• ​Get practical tips on initiating strong conversations with hiring managers

​Tips to Get the Most Out of the Festival

​It's important that you set yourself up for success ahead of time. Follow the tips below and please review our full FAQ here in advance.

• ​Complete your MeeBoss profile early. The better your profile, the better your matches.

• ​Chat before you arrive. Starting conversations online builds trust and gives you an edge in person.

• ​Come prepared. Bring questions, know your top matches, but also explore new startups on-site.

• ​Network, network, network. Meals, panels, and happy hour are as valuable as the hiring blocks.

​Register now to secure your spot and get matched with startups before the festival!

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​​​MeeBoss is a chat-first hiring platform that connects job seekers with startups through instant in-app messaging, eliminating resume black hole and lengthy application processes. Our matching engine pairs candidates and companies based on skills, culture fit, and career goals, then opens a direct chat so both sides can ask questions and move forward in real time. For startups, MeeBoss delivers only pre-qualified talent and streamlines coordination.

​​By attending this event, I consent for the hosts and its affiliates to use my name, image, and likeness in any marketing related to the event.  This consent includes, without limitation, an irrevocable, perpetual, worldwide, fully-paid, royalty-free, sub-licensable, non-transferable license to use any photographs or video recording on me taken while in attendance at the event. I also consent to receiving emails from the event hosts.