(Graphic courtesy of Bend Chamber)
Check in begins at 5:30pm | Program starts at 6pm
Networking 7:30-8pm | OSU-Cascades, Edward Ray Hall
Light bites and beverages are included.
Bend 101 is all about learning and connection for new residents and those who’ve been here a while but are wanting to become more involved. Spend the evening getting to know the history of Bend, how it developed into what we experience today, and how we can all contribute to a thriving community as we grow into the future.
The evening’s seasonal program will have a focus on growth in Bend, including how we grow, the Urban Growth Boundary, upcoming projects, how we expand and fund infrastructure and more.
Guest Speakers Include:
- Damon Runberg — State Economist, Business Oregon
- Kelly Cannon-Miller — Executive Director, Deschutes Historical Museum
- Tammy Baney — Executive Director, Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council
- Bruce Abernethy — Former Bend Mayor/City Councilor
- Eric King — City Manager, City of Bend
- Brian Ladd — Principal Broker, Cascade Hasson, Owner of Ladd Group
- Russ Grayson — Chief Operating Officer/Assistant City Manager, City of Bend
- Stephanie Betteridge — Chief Innovation Officer/Assistant City Manager, City of Bend
Representatives from the City will be on hand to share and answer questions.
