WTSFest Portland 2025
WTSFest Portland 2025 stands as a premier gathering for women and people of marginalised genders in the technical SEO community, bringing together brilliant minds for an immersive day of learning, networking and professional growth. Taking place on Thursday, April 3rd 2025 at the stylish Jupiter NEXT in Portland, Oregon, this inaugural US West Coast edition promises to deliver exceptional value through carefully curated content and unparalleled networking opportunities.
The conference features 10 outstanding speakers delivering insights across four essential themes: Analyse, Advance, Innovate, and Empower. This thoughtfully structured programme ensures attendees gain comprehensive knowledge spanning industry analysis, advanced strategies, emerging technologies and personal development.
A Day of Transformative Learning
WTSFest Portland offers a full day of enriching sessions from 8am to 5pm, followed by valuable networking drinks. The agenda showcases experts addressing crucial topics in the ever evolving SEO landscape:
Under the Analyse theme, attendees will explore building scalable content operations with Caroline Gilbert, discover the powerful intersection of PR and SEO with Delaney MacKenzie, and learn about challenging AI tools in SEO with Iquo Inyang.
The Advance segment features Nadya Khoja sharing strategies on balancing earned, owned and paid media for brand growth, while Rachel Heseltine provides practical guidance on securing executive buy in for SEO initiatives.
During the Innovate portion, participants will gain insights into Google’s entity centric algorithm from Erin Rooney Doland, learn responsible Reddit marketing strategies from Victoria Larson, and discover content ideation techniques with Ashley Segura.
The Empower section concludes the day with Debbie Chew addressing imposter syndrome and perfectionism, followed by Dii Pooler’s manifestation master class on claiming your seat at the table in the industry.
An Inclusive and Supportive Environment
What truly sets WTSFest apart is its commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere where attendees feel comfortable sharing knowledge and building meaningful connections. The conference is exclusively open to women and people of marginalised genders as attendees, fostering a supportive community where participants can authentically engage and grow together.
The full day experience includes catering throughout the day and networking drinks, providing ample opportunity to connect with like minded professionals in a comfortable setting. Previous attendees have consistently praised the event for its thoughtful programming, insightful presentations, and the genuine connections formed.
WTSFest Portland 2025 represents an essential investment for SEO professionals committed to advancing their technical knowledge, expanding their professional network, and contributing to a more diverse and inclusive industry. Whether you specialise in content strategy, technical implementation, or overall marketing integration – this conference offers valuable content tailored to elevate your expertise and career trajectory.
As the Women in Tech SEO community continues to expand its global presence, WTSFest Portland marks an exciting opportunity for professionals across North America to experience the magic that has made previous editions in cities like Berlin and Philadelphia so successful and impactful.