# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Steam Exchange - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: ​A different kind of networking. From Seattle to Portland & all the country between—bring a question to the Vault & find a real connection.About this EventA Different Kind of Networking​I believe the best way to move forward is to get back to being together. This is a meeting point for everyone from Seattle to Portland and every rural mile in between—a space designed for real, face-to-face conversation.​Whether you’re working in a high-rise office or managing a dirt road, we all have "impossible" problems we’re trying to solve. My goal is to use my background in service and systems to help us get back to the basics: sharing knowledge, person to person.​The Concept: Come with a Question, Leave with a Connection​When you walk into the historic 1912 vault at Vault Books and Brews, you won't find a stage or a formal presentation. Instead, you'll find a physical Question Board.​Post Your Challenge: Write down a question—anything from "How do I optimize my client onboarding?" to "Any leads on a livestock vet who handles early morning checks?"​Browse the Board: Look at the challenges your neighbors and peers are facing.​Start the Conversation: If you have an answer, a lead, or a similar story, find the person who posted it.​Who Is This For?​This is for the tech enthusiast in Seattle, the business owner in Portland, and the country neighbor in the hills of Western Washington. It’s for the veteran, the caregiver, and the curious.​The most valuable knowledge isn’t always found in a manual—it’s found in the community. Let’s trade local wisdom for technical logic and find the "Plot Twist" we’ve all been looking for.​Real people. Real solutions. I’m looking forward to meeting you at the Vault. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/castle-rock/the-steam-exchange/100001988514653859 - **Event Categories**: Meetups, Contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Castle Rock - **state**: WA - **country**: United States - **location**: Vault Books & Brew - **lat**: 46.2754729 - **long**: -122.9081595 - **full address**: Vault Books & Brew, 20 Cowlitz Street West, Castle Rock, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Steam Exchange - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/c15c5526cbe251bf0d40a7811c847bf81a302ab4c91f9a472a69a247c113bb79-rimg-w930-h1700-dc302c2e-gmir.jpg?v=1777654986 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Steam Exchange being held? - **A:** The Steam Exchange takes place on Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Vault Books & Brew, 20 Cowlitz Street West, Castle Rock, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Steam Exchange? - **A:** The Steam Exchange is organized by Marion Pielaet. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Steam Exchange is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Castle Rock, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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My background isn’t your typical tech story; it’s a blend of military discipline, healthcare empathy, and a deep-rooted love for the Pacific Northwest.​As a U.S. Air Force veteran, I spent five years learning the importance of precision and systems while scheduling aircraft maintenance. I eventually carried that \"get it right the first time\" mindset into a ten-year career as a Certified Nursing Assistant. In healthcare, I learned the most important lesson of all: no matter how complex a system is, its only purpose is to serve the person standing right in front of you.​Today, I’m an AI Automation Engineer, but my biggest goal has nothing to do with staying behind a screen. Living in Western Washington and raising a diverse flock of chickens has taught me that \"country wisdom\" is just as technical as any piece of software.​I miss the days when we got out just to be together—before we all got a little too lost in the devices that were supposed to make our lives easier. 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