BEND 101
October 30 | 5:30-8pm
OSU-Cascades, Edward Ray Hall
$15 for Everyone
Registration Required
Whether you moved here recently or several years ago, Bend 101 is dedicated to connecting you with the information and resources you need to engage and thrive in our community.
The evening’s 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.
2024 IMPACT CONFERENCE
November 20 | 7:30am-12pm
Riverhouse Convention Center
$125 for Members | $155 for Non-Members
Registration Required
New for 2024: Power Rounds—fast, info-packed talks on the key issues of housing during high growth and what to expect from federal interest rate changes.
Get a comprehensive look at the future of business at the 2024 Impact Conference, presented by the Bend Chamber and Providence Health Plan. Hear from Sheree Anne Kelly, CEO of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, and local experts on the biggest challenges and opportunities ahead. Plus, a special message from US Senator Ron Wyden and insights from Damon Runberg on local economics.
COMMERCE & COFFEE:
at Touchmark @ Pilot Butte
November 7 | 8-9:30am
TouchMark @ Pilot Butte
FREE for Members | $10 for Non-Members
Registration Required
Come extend your professional network at Touchmark @ Pilot Butte while enjoying coffee from Thump and morning bites from Bend Breakfast Burrito. Plus, hear
from our featured non-profit Brightside
BEND ET EXPERT LAB:
Mentorship Unlocked
November 7 | 5-7pm
Cascades Theatrical Co.
$25 for Members | $35 for Non-Members | FREE for Passport Holders
Registration Required
Are you ready to unlock the potential of mentorship? Join us for this dynamic session led by Jeff Kitchens, an experienced mentor and advocate for professional development.
In this Expert Lab, Jeff will lead us in an exploration of the importance of mentoring and what makes it such a powerful tool for personal and professional growth.
MEMBERSHIP 101
Maximizing Your Membership
November 12 | 10-11am
Bend Chamber
FREE for Everyone
RSVP Requested
This upbeat, interactive orientation is designed to help new, current and prospective members learn how to utilize their membership for maximum effectiveness. Join us to learn how we support the business community through connections, advocacy, resources, workforce and leadership development.
BEND ET SOCIAL
@ Washington Trust Bank
November 13 | 5-7pm
Washington Trust Bank
$15 for Members | $25 for Non-Members | FREE for Passport Holders
Registration Required
Join us for a beautiful evening with Bend Emerging Talent (Bend ET) on November 13 to mingle, connect, and learn. Hosted by Washington Trust Bank!
Meet the Ambassador and Advisory Council and learn how to get involved while enjoying some relaxed networking with great beverages and appetizers!
