📍Location

  • AVA Roasteria at Orenco Station. I'll be set up at a table inside - look for the AI Office Hours sign!

    Portland
    936 Orenco Station Loop
    Hillsboro, OR, 97124
    Google Maps ↗

AI Office Hours

When
Thursday, Nov 19, 2026 · 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Where
AVA Roasteria at Orenco Station. I'll be set up at a table inside - look for the AI Office Hours sign!Portland936 Orenco Station Loop
Website ↗
Add to calendar

About this event

This event follows the AI Marketing Workshop held at the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. More info here.

Curious about AI? Already using it but hitting roadblocks? Drop in for AI Office Hours - a casual, no-pressure way to get expert insight on your questions.

For 2 hours, I’ll be available to talk through whatever’s on your mind: strategy, tools, implementation, or just “where do I even start?” Come for the whole time or pop in when you can.

What to Expect:

  • Open conversation: no slides, no sales pitch.
  • Small-group or one-on-one discussions: get your questions answered.

When & Where:
Free

Bring your questions, leave with new insights and a clearer understanding of AI’s possibilities.

Add to Calendar

About Leila

Leila Kaneda (she/her) is an experienced machine learning strategist, researcher, engineer, and founder with a passion for helping organizations harness AI to solve real-world problems. She holds a masters degree in AI and has spent a decade building production-grade ML systems across a variety of different industries such as nonprofits, restaurants, retail, agriculture, aerospace, finance, semiconductor, sustainability, and more. She has also spent more than 20 years as an educator, including some time as an adjunct instructor at Portland State University.

Leila is known for her ability to translate complex machine learning concepts into clear, actionable strategies that empower teams and drive innovation. Beyond her technical work, she’s an active speaker, educator, and community leader dedicated to making cutting-edge technology accessible and impactful.

📊Event Scores

Scale of productionSmall and informal: a room, meetup or drop-in
Social loadModerate: some mixing, a group activity, a guided session

Sign in to hitPDX