Why Join the SAO?

SAO - BUILDING A BETTER SOFTWARE INDUSTRY TOGETHER

Formed in 1989, the Software Association of Oregon (SAO) fosters an environment that fuels the explosive growth of Oregon's software industry. Our members enjoy exceptional networking and educational opportunities, critical workforce development programs, advocacy, and valuable company benefits. 

Software plays a key role in Oregon's Innovation Economy.  Software can mean big business to Oregon - providing new opportunities of all sizes, in all industries, and in all parts of the state.

SAO’s mission is to sustain a healthy and strong software industry cluster in Oregon by:

• Helping companies Start
• Creating an environment where companies and entrepreneurs want to Move
• Supporting company Growth

Your Professional Partner - Member Benefits & Services

• Industry and peer networking opportunities
• Advocacy for our industry
• Industry education programs for professional development
• Volunteer opportunities
• Education and Workforce development programs
• Exposure for your business
• Special events
• Mentorship opportunities
• Economic development programs to drive new jobs
• SAO Foundation – investing in technology education for our future workforce
• Group purchasing discounts
• Employee benefits including health plans
• Job portal

A membership in SAO delivers benefits across your organization that can improve your company's internal operations, engineering, sales, marketing, customer relations, and workforce development.  Members enjoy access to business professionals, fresh ideas about business strategies and advice on the best practices to make their business grow and prosper.