Everything you need for Tech MiXer XIV at the Oregon Zoo
Oregon Zoo | 4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, Oregon 97221 | Lobby opens 11:30 AM
Day-of Schedule
Friday, October 16, 2026
[Optional] Cato Networks Master Class presented by Jeremy Ness, CTO of Matrix Networks and Todd Babiak, Layer8 TAM
Runs 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, before the lobby opens. A hands-on session for anyone who wants to go deeper on the platform.
Lobby opens and check-in
Doors and registration open. Want to walk the zoo first? It opens at 9:00 AM. Just let us know in advance and pick up a complimentary wristband at registration.
Doors Open The MiXer begins
Mix and mingle with 14 of Matrix Networks’ top technology partners.
Keynote: Chris Dyer, Moments That Matter
Chris Dyer is a 4x bestselling author and leadership and culture expert, named the #1 Leadership Speaker to Follow by MSN.com in 2026. His session, Moments That Matter, digs into the small, everyday moments that shape culture, trust, and performance on a team.
Door Prize Giveaways including a $1,000 Grand Prize
Door prizes include Nintendo Switch 2, Steam Deck, Ray-Ban Meta glasses, Apple AirPods Pro 3, and many more epic prizes. Every attendee has a chance to win!
MiXer concludes
The tradeshow wraps up. Stick around, happy hour starts right outside the ballroom.
Happy hour on the Cascade Terrace
Stay for music, food, and drinks on the Cascade Terrace, just to the left of the Cascade Ballroom front doors. Guests are welcome until 7:30 PM.
Getting There
Venue, parking, and check-in
Directions
The Oregon Zoo is at 4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR 97221, just off Highway 26 (Sunset Highway). Follow signs for the zoo and Washington Park.
Parking
Parking is on us. Download the free Parking Kitty app (or pay online), park in Washington Park zones #401 to 411, then on the payment page tap Validation and enter code MTRX.
Public Transit
The MAX Light Rail Blue and Red Lines stop at the Washington Park station, steps from the venue entrance.
Check-In
Come through the main entrance and follow the signs to Tech MiXer registration to grab your badge.
at stephanier@mtrx.com or (503) 513-9140.