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Agenda At-A-Glance

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

11:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Cascade EF

WOMEN IN TOURISM & HOSPITALITY SYMPOSIUM

Professional development and networking event highlighting Oregon’s women in hospitality and tourism. Explore empowerment through connection, intentional mentor-mentee relationships, and inspiration through cultivating a network at this symposium. (Requires separate registration)

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5:45 - 6:30 p.m. | The Eddy

EARLY ARRIVALS RECEPTION

Early arrivals are welcomed with drinks and appetizers at this casual reception. 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Convention Lobby 

REGISTRATION OPEN

12:00 p.m. | Cascade EFGHI

KICKOFF LUNCH & WELCOME

12:30 - 1:30 p.m. | Cascade EFGHI

KEYNOTE PRESENTATION

State of the Hospitality Industry:
Data, Trends, & Forecast

1:30 - 2:15 p.m. | Cascade ABJ + Lobby

VENDOR SHOWCASE

Explore the Vendor Showcase to meet with

allied members ready to share how their products and services will help your business thrive! Enjoy complimentary refreshments.

2:25-3:25 p.m.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Choice of two concurrent sessions.

Cascade C:
Roadmap for the 2025 Oregon Legislative Session

Cascade D:

How to Maximize Customer Experience and Profitability by Fostering Employee Engagement

3:35 - 4:35 p.m.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Choice of two concurrent sessions.

Cascade C:

Demystifying Employee Benefits in Hospitality

Cascade D:

Elevating the Hospitality Sector: Insights from the Critical Jobs Initiative 

5:15 - 6:15 p.m. | Cascade ABJ + Lobby
AWARDS RECEPTION

Enjoy a toast to the industry at this special reception. Mix and mingle with restaurant, lodging and allied members alike in the Vendor Showcase area before adjourning for dinner.

6:15 - 8:30 p.m. | Cascade EFGHI
HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY AWARDS

The Hospitality Industry Awards recognize outstanding individuals who go above and beyond, raising the bar for excellence in performance, service and commitment to the industry.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Convention Lobby

INDUSTRY BREAKFAST

8:00 - 9:00 a.m. | Cascade EFGHI

INDUSTRY BREAKFAST

9:00 - 9:20 a.m. | Cascade EFGHI

MEMBER MEETING​

9:30 - 10:30 a.m. | Cascade EFGHI

KEYNOTE PRESENTATION

Oregon Tourism Initiatives to Sustain a Healthy Hospitality Industry

10:30 - 11:30 a.m. | Cascade ABJ + Lobby

VENDOR SHOWCASE

Explore the Vendor Showcase to meet with

allied members ready to share how their products and services will help your business thrive! Enjoy complimentary refreshments.

11:30 - 12:30 p.m.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Choice of two concurrent sessions.

Cascade C:

The Power of Local Lodging Taxes

Cascade D:

The State of Mental Health in the Hospitality Industry

12:45 - 1:15 p.m. | Cascade EFGHI

LUNCH

1:15 - 2:15 p.m. | Cascade EFGHI

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Beyond Tomorrow: Leading the Workplace of the Future

2:30 - 3:45 p.m.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Choice of two concurrent sessions.

Cascade C
Tip Pooling: Compliance & Employee Pay

Cascade D
Leveraging AI in Hospitality

5:00 p.m. | Currents Parking Lot

BOARD TRANSPORTATION TO DINNER

We will meet outside the Currents parking lot to board busses to participating restaurants.

5:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Offsite Restaurants

BEND DINE AROUND

We will dine at local member restaurants

serving up something special just for

conference attendees.

8:00 p.m. | Old St. Francis School 

CLOSING CELEBRATION

Enjoy music, dessert and libations at McMenamins Old St. Francis School.

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