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SUMMARY:Chapter Meeting May 2026: Digitizing Large Volumes of Paper Records - Challenges and Successes
DESCRIPTION:May 2026 – Digitizing Large Volumes of Paper Records – Challenges and Successes \nPresenter: Amanda Jones\, Portland Public Schools \nThe ARMA Cascadia Chapter hosts meetings and educational programs monthly from September to June each year. Current members of the ARMA Cascadia Chapter will receive an invitation automatically. \nNot a member? Email the Chapter to RSVP and request meeting details. \n\nProgram Topic:\nDigitizing Large Volumes of Paper Records – Challenges and Successes \nSpeaker: \nAmanda Jones\, CRA\, Manager & Archivist\, Records Management\, Portland Public Schools \nAmanda Jones\, CRA\, serves as the Records Manager and Archivist for Portland Public Schools\, where she leads efforts to modernize records management while preserving archival materials of historical significance. With more than 20 years of experience\, Amanda has led and supported large‑scale digitization initiatives across multiple organizations. She is known for her practical\, solutions‑oriented approach to managing high‑volume digitization while balancing accuracy\, efficiency\, and compliance. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\nThis session will explore the realities of converting large paper record collections into digital formats\, including: \n\nManaging large volumes of records\nEnsuring data accuracy and integrity\nNavigating resource and technology constraints\nIntegrating digitized records into existing systems\n\nAmanda will also highlight key successes such as improved access\, enhanced searchability\, reduced physical storage\, and stronger records management practices. Attendees will gain practical insights and proven approaches to support effective and efficient digitization initiatives. \n 
URL:https://armacascadia.org/event/2026-05/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="ARMA Cascadia":MAILTO:armacascadia@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260429T110000
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SUMMARY:Special RIM Month Program - April 29\, 2026 - Strategies for Managing Project Files
DESCRIPTION:Please SAVE THE DATE for a special *hybrid* program for Records & Information Management Month. Note the special date and meeting time. This will also be offered in hybrid format (with both in person and virtual options to attend). \n\nTopic: Strategies for Managing Project Files\nManaging project files can feel daunting. How are you supposed to handle all these records that feel like they should have different retention lengths? How do you keep drafts and proposals separate from the final product? How do you dispose of these records when they might be useful in the future? In honor of RIM month\, we’ll tackle these (and other!) questions and discuss strategies on how to keep your project files managed. \n\n👤Presenter: Hannah Kolesar\, Senior Records Consultant\, Washington State Archives\nHannah Kolesar is a Senior Records Consultant with the Washington State Archives\, working to bring clarity to the public records retention process. She holds a Master’s of Library and Information Science from Drexel University and a Master’s of Jurisprudence from the University of Washington. Prior to pivoting to records management\, she worked in academic and museum archives. She is the only person to have ever been excited to pay a recording fee.\nThe ARMA Cascadia Chapter hosts meetings and educational programs monthly from September to June each year.  \nCurrent members of the ARMA Cascadia Chapter will receive an invitation automatically. Not a member? You’ll need to email the Chapter to get meeting details.
URL:https://armacascadia.org/event/2026-04/
LOCATION:Hybrid
ORGANIZER;CN="ARMA Cascadia":MAILTO:armacascadia@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T120000
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SUMMARY:Chapter Meeting - AI Policy in Practice (Brown Bag Discussion with Special Guest Hosts)
DESCRIPTION:The ARMA Cascadia Chapter hosts meetings and educational programs monthly from September to June each year. \nFor our March 2026 meeting\, we’re excited to welcome Jesse Wilkins and Steve Weissman for an insightful brown‑bag session on AI Policy in Practice: What RIM Needs\, What’s Missing\, and How We Shape It Together. \nThey’ll walk us through real‑world examples\, highlight gaps in current AI policies\, and share what every organization should be thinking about as AI tools continue to evolve.\n  \nCurrent members of the ARMA Cascadia Chapter will receive an invitation automatically. \nNot a member? Contact us by email to request event details.
URL:https://armacascadia.org/event/2026-03/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="ARMA Cascadia":MAILTO:armacascadia@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T120000
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SUMMARY:Chapter Meeting Feb. 2026 - Case Study: Network Drive Clean-Up Project
DESCRIPTION:The ARMA Cascadia Chapter hosts meetings and educational programs monthly from September to June each year. \nOur topic for February 2026 is a case study on network drive clean-up projects\, presented by Justin Packer-Waite. \nCurrent members of the ARMA Cascadia Chapter will receive an invitation automatically. \nNot a member? You’ll need to RSVP below to receive the meeting link.
URL:https://armacascadia.org/event/2026-02/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="ARMA Cascadia":MAILTO:armacascadia@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T131500
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SUMMARY:Chapter Meeting - Recent RM Lessons Learned
DESCRIPTION:The ARMA Cascadia Chapter hosts meetings and educational programs monthly from September to June. Please note\, the January 14\, 2026\, meeting will begin at 11:30 a.m. \n“Bytes and Boxes – Recent Records Management Lessons Learned”\nAfter 2.5 years of partnering with local government entities to transform their records management programs\, join our expert consultants for an insider’s perspective on critical lessons learned. As specialists dedicated to the municipal records sector\, they’ve developed deep insights into the challenges facing records managers – and strong\, actionable opinions on solving them. \nPRESENTERS: \nMegan Gregor\, CMC\, MLIS\, MuniRM \nMegan Gregor is the Founder and Independent Consultant of MuniRM and a Certified Municipal Clerk with more than 13 years of experience in local government. She has served as a Records Manager\, Deputy City Clerk\, and City Clerk in Washington State\, and has supported cities nationwide as a consultant. With a Master’s in Library and Information Science and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt\, Megan brings technical expertise and a passion for practical\, human‑centered solutions. Known as the “ultimate records nerd\,” she helps municipalities strengthen records management to support better governance and public trust. \nAimee Kellerman\, CMC\, MuniRM \nAimee Kellerman is a Certified Municipal Clerk and the Co‑Founder and Independent Consultant at MuniRM. She began her public sector career in California as a Deputy City Clerk and later served as City Clerk for the City of Medina in Washington State\, where she was part of the City’s Management Team. Aimee brings a practical\, experience‑driven approach grounded in governance\, compliance\, and transparent local government\, helping agencies build confidence and strengthen records management practices. \nCurrent members of the ARMA Cascadia Chapter will receive an invitation automatically. \nNot a member? You’ll need to RSVP below to receive the meeting link.
URL:https://armacascadia.org/event/2026-01/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="ARMA Cascadia":MAILTO:armacascadia@outlook.com
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SUMMARY:Cascadia Chapter Meeting - Dec. 2025 - CANCELLED (winter break!)
DESCRIPTION:The ARMA Cascadia Chapter hosts meetings and educational programs monthly from September to June each year. \nOur December meeting is cancelled – enjoy ‘winter break’! \n 
URL:https://armacascadia.org/event/cascadia-chapter-meeting-dec-2025/
ORGANIZER;CN="ARMA Cascadia":MAILTO:armacascadia@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T235959
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SUMMARY:Cascadia Chapter Meeting - Nov. 2025 - "Driving RM Compliance ... when you have no stick and no carrot"
DESCRIPTION:The ARMA Cascadia Chapter hosts meetings and educational programs monthly from September to June each year. \nNovember’s topic will focus on driving records management program compliance when you have no stick and no carrot. More details coming soon. \nCurrent members of the ARMA Cascadia Chapter will receive an invitation automatically. \nNot a member? You’ll need to RSVP below to receive the meeting link.
URL:https://armacascadia.org/event/cascadia-chapter-meeting-nov-2025/
ORGANIZER;CN="ARMA Cascadia":MAILTO:armacascadia@outlook.com
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SUMMARY:Cascadia Chapter Meeting - Oct. 2025 (M365 - DocPoint Solutions)
DESCRIPTION:The ARMA Cascadia Chapter hosts meetings and educational programs monthly from September to June each year. \nOctober’s Topic: Transitioning from Paper to Automated Workflows\nSpeakers:\n\nScott Money\, Director of Operations at DocPoint Solutions\nDoug Yates\, Senior IIM Consultant\, DocPoint Solutions\ndocpointsolutions.com\n\nPresentation Summary:\nIt’s time to move beyond paper and PDFs. Join us to explore how e-forms\, automated workflows\, and modern tools can streamline your records processes. Scott and Doug will share practical strategies\, real-world examples\, and insights into Microsoft 365 solutions that support automation and compliance. \nWhether you’re just beginning your digital transformation or refining existing systems\, this session will offer valuable takeaways for every RIM professional. \nCurrent members of the ARMA Cascadia Chapter will receive an invitation automatically. \nNot a member? You’ll need to RSVP below to receive the meeting link.
URL:https://armacascadia.org/event/2025-10/
ORGANIZER;CN="ARMA Cascadia":MAILTO:armacascadia@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250910T120000
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SUMMARY:Cascadia Chapter Meeting - Sept 10\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The ARMA Cascadia Chapter hosts meetings and educational programs monthly from September to June each year. \nJoin us Wednesday\, September 10\, 2025\, for a great program to kick off the year. Our topic is ‘Preventing Employees from Hoarding Documents’\, presented by Mark Diamond from Contoural. \nCurrent members of the ARMA Cascadia Chapter will receive an invitation automatically. Not a member? You’ll need to RSVP below to receive the meeting link. \nSee you there! \n 
URL:https://armacascadia.org/event/2025-09/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="ARMA Cascadia":MAILTO:armacascadia@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T130000
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SUMMARY:June 11\, 2025 Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Cascadia Chapter of ARMA International meets monthly from September through June each year. Meetings are typically held virtually on the second Wednesday of each month. \nCurrent members and others on our mailing list will receive the meeting link by email. Contact us by email if you did not receive the invitation or want to register for a single event. \n\nJoin our Mailing List\nBecome a Member
URL:https://armacascadia.org/event/202506-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="ARMA Cascadia":MAILTO:armacascadia@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250514T120000
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SUMMARY:May 14\, 2025 Chapter Meeting & Program
DESCRIPTION:The Cascadia Chapter of ARMA International holds regular meetings on the second Wednesday each month from September to June. These monthly events include programs focused on education\, professional development\, and networking. \nCheck back to this page for updates and details. Sign up to our mailing list to get email updates from the Chapter. 
URL:https://armacascadia.org/event/2025-05-14/
LOCATION:Virtual\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="ARMA Cascadia":MAILTO:armacascadia@outlook.com
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