Although many SAO events are based out of our main office and take place in the Portland Metro region, we also have an active presence in other locations throughout Oregon, including Corvallis, Lane County, Central Oregon, and The Gorge.

SAO chapters are run by local volunteer leadership committees who appoint a representative of their group to serve on the SAO Board of Directors. Each chapter plans educational programs and networking activities according to needs of their local community.

As an organization that supports and represents companies across the state, we know that developing, and maintaining, active groups and strong relationships in all of these communities is vitally important.

We are proud to support each of these groups, and grateful for their hard work and critical contributions to our mission of strengthening the software industry throughout the entire state. We particularly appreciate all of the individuals who volunteer their time to help connect the software and tech communities through the SAO.

If you would like more information about any of these groups, or think that an SAO chapter may be beneficial for your community please contact us.

Corvallis	Our oldest chapter, Corvallis has a vibrant local organization that meets on a monthly basis. Their signature Fall event is their "High Tech After Hours" series, an after-workday gathering of techies and friends where networking, valuable community information, and peer-to-peer discussions are combined with fun conversation and great pub grub. Chapter president Brian Weldon, of IGT, leads the Corvallis board and guides the activities and services that the group plans for the local community. Corvallis has the highest concentration of SAO members outside of Portland Metro.
Lane County	The very idea of a trade association dedicated to supporting the software industry in Oregon originated with software professionals in the Eugene Area. With a solid, and growing industry presence in Lane County - the role of this chapter becomes more critical all the time. Morning leadership breakfasts and evening educational events provide industry members with local opportunities for networking and professional development.
The Gorge	In the Gorge, SAO has a close partner with the Gorge Technology Alliance. The GTA, located in The Dalles, plans all of the local group events and activities, including the monthly meetings, and has great relationships with tech firms throughout the area.
Central Oregon	SAO is excited to announce that the technology community in Central Oregon is beginning to unite again. A leadership team of professionals is now forming the Tech Alliance: Central Oregon’s Technology Association, which is an official chapter of SAO. The Tech Alliance will support a variety of tech user groups in the community including COISUG, COWPU, WoTech, Ignite!Bend and others.
Other Regions	Currently SAO does not have any other official chapters, but we are actively engaged with SAO and other industry members in the following areas: Southern Oregon - We have a great relationship in Southern Oregon with SOHPEC Salem - We are excited to be talking with leaders in the Salem area and are working to grow our industry presence in the area with Oregon government offices and agencies.