designPORT at NEDME 2026

The Northwest Electronics Design & Manufacturing Expo returns September 23 at the Wingspan Event & Conference Center in Hillsboro. designPORT is exhibiting in and sponsoring the expo – and designPORT’s Blaine Watson takes the stage with Jamie Hyneman to discuss this year’s theme Frontiers: What’s Next in Electronics and Manufacturing.

Discussion with Jamie Hyneman

Jamie demonstrated engineering to tens of millions of viewers for 13 years on the Discovery Channel, and his continuing work as an innovator and professor give him a unique perspective on what’s next in design and manufacturing. Blaine’s discussion with Jamie will explore the pioneering mindset needed to work at the frontiers of technology, trends, tips, and what may lie ahead for the innovators of today.

Visit Booth 604

designPORT will be on the main expo floor. Please come to our booth and tell us what engineering, research, or product development projects you’re working on or where you’re stuck. Bring us your toughest challenges!

Come to our breakout session

After his discussion with Jamie, Blaine will be in Meeting Room 2 presenting: The Best Model Wins: Innovation, Market Landscapes, and Human Nature.

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