GW calendar logoCloud services giant Salesforce is bringing its world tour to Seattle Dec. 17. The free one-day conference features executives from Salesforce and other companies as well as a customer success expo.

“Learn firsthand from leading customers how to sell, service, market, and succeed like never before,” says Salesforce. “Register now for a full day of innovation and learning.”Salesforce

The event kicks off at the Washington State Convention Center at 8 a.m. and concludes with a networking reception at 4:40 p.m. Salesforce Chief Adoption Officer Polly Sumner is scheduled to deliver the keynote.

That’s one of the selections from the GeekWire Calendar, our curated list of the Pacific Northwest’s top tech events. Keep reading and visit the full calendar for more.

Screen Shot 2015-11-22 at 10.33.13 AMHow to Build the Future of Space

What: “Building the Future of Space has many aspects but being able to predict and imagine what that future will look like is useful to determine what direction to build in.

The talk provides insights to some of the key issues in the ethics and principles of the scientific study of futures, and introduces the most common methods used by professional futurists when obtaining futures knowledge.

Where: WeWork Holyoke, Seattle.

When: Dec. 12, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m., 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Register: RSVP here.

Spectra_2016_KEXP_web_ad_300x250_draft1SPECTRA 2016

What: “Set your New Year’s Eve ablaze and start 2016 with the most sensational party at Pacific Science Center, SPECTRA 2016: New Year’s Eve Under the Arches. SPECTRA boasts the best, unobstructed view of the annual fireworks show, top DJs from KEXP and plenty of entertainment that is sure to delight.”

Where: Pacific Science Center, Seattle.

When: Dec. 31, 8:30 p.m. – 2 a.m.

Register: Tickets are on sale for $80 – $150 here.

Code-fellows-logo-stacked-letteringHow to Land your Dream Tech Job in Seattle

What: “Join us on December 17 as special guest speaker Chris Bloomquist—professional software developer, Sr. Technical Recruiter/Account Executive, and Partner of Viri Technology—shares his expertise on the Seattle tech scene and how to become a part of it.”

Where: Code Fellows, Seattle.

When: Dec. 17, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Register: RSVP here.

Law_Seminars_International_-__The_Power_of_Information_The 24th Annual Seattle Conference on Technology Law

What: “This unique seminar provides an opportunity to listen and learn from leading national experts who are regularly involved in the management and resolution of the technological, legal and social issues engaging every developing business today. Our outstanding faculty will guide you through current issues (with navigation and course adjustment tips) and anticipate future developments so you will be well prepared for every deal or launch.”

Where: Fourth & Madison Building, Seattle.

When: Dec. 14 – 15.

Register: Tickets are on sale for $622.50 – $1,245 here.

Items for this feature are picked from the GeekWire Calendar, where you can submit free listings for geeky gatherings and technology-related events in the Pacific Northwest.

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