Advancing World-Class Ambitions
The 22nd Annual Leadership Summit
December 9, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. with a reception to follow
This year marks the 22nd annual Leadership Summit! Join us on December 9th at the Oregon Convention Center to renew the collaborative effort between Oregon’s business, community, and elected leaders. The Summit will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. with breakouts in the afternoon, followed by a special reception at Avenue where we will celebrate Oregon’s vibrant food and beverage industry.
Advancing World-Class Ambitions, the theme of this year’s Leadership Summit, speaks to the extraordinary opportunities for Oregon to compete on a global scale with innovative products and services – from specialty cheeses to sneakers, and from advanced wood products to computer chips and beyond. It also speaks to the opportunity we have to develop talent pathways that give Oregonians access to fulfilling careers in our advanced economy.
The Business Plan has four long-range goals: to grow wages, increase the share of people working, grow household wealth, and increase economic mobility. A foundational pillar to achieving these goals is a growing economy. Leaders at this year’s Summit will dig deep on specific priorities, bringing opportunities to meet our ambitions to the forefront.
Register today and join us on Monday, December 9th, and be part of the conversation. For those unable to attend in person, a live-stream option will be available for most of the day.
Key Speakers
- Keynote: Tom Vander Ark, CEO and Partner at Getting Smart, will explore how to reimagine education to connect students with meaningful work, create pathways that meet evolving workforce needs, and leverage innovative tools for equitable, impactful learning. See more details here.
- Dr. Jayathi Murthy, President of Oregon State University, and Dr. Karl Scholz, President of the University of Oregon, will take the stage to discuss current contributions and opportunities to create more robust innovation in the Southern Willamette Valley. See more details here.
- More soon!
Summit and Breakout Materials
Coming soon!
Accessibility
The Oregon Business Plan is rooted in a commitment to Shared Prosperity — a vision where all Oregonians, regardless of race, region, economic circumstance, or ability, have the opportunity to thrive. This year, we’re partnering with Relay Resources as we strive to make greater shared prosperity a reality for all, recognizing that prosperity includes accessible opportunities for Oregonians with disabilities. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive space where every voice is heard, and every attendee is supported.
Relay Resources is a social enterprise nonprofit and the leading disability inclusion partner in the Pacific Northwest. With a mission to transform workplaces and communities through disability inclusion, Relay Resources works closely with organizations to implement ADA accommodations and provide guidance to support all attendees. Learn more about their work here.
When registering for the Leadership Summit, please indicate any accommodation needs, even if it’s not listed. If you have ADA accessibility questions before the Summit, please reach out to accessibility@relayresources.org.
- ASL Interpreters & Captioning: ASL interpreters will be join us for the day, and live captioning will be available on screens, making it easier for those with hearing needs to engage in the conversation.
- Sensory Relief: Sensory bags and designated sensory break stations will provide a calm environment to help attendees recharge and remain engaged.
- Sunflower Lanyards: To support those with nonapparent disabilities, we offer optional sunflower lanyards, which help others recognize and respect their needs.
- Accessibility Table at Registration: Our dedicated team from Relay Resources will be available near registration, with trained accessibility specialists on hand to offer support throughout the day.
