(Image courtesy of Stroke Awareness Oregon)
Stroke Awareness Oregon (SAO) invites the Central Oregon community to attend Leading With a Purpose, an inspiring evening dedicated to exploring how leadership creates meaningful impact across communities. The event will take place on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, from 4-7pm at Tetherow Pavilion in Bend.
This year’s theme,“Impact Through Leadership, brings together a dynamic panel of respected leaders who will share real-world insights on building influence, driving change and leading with intention.
The panel includes:
- Deborah Flagan, vice president of Community Engagement & Giving at Hayden Homes (Moderator)
- Patrick Bailey, area director, Willamette Valley Fellowship of Christian Athletes; Former Oregon State University Baseball Coach
- Michelle Mitchell, co-founder of Humm Kombucha; COO, Design Bar Interiors
- Tia Lewis, shareholder and land use attorney, Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt
- Jo Wells, facilities architect and project manager, City of Bend
The evening will begin with a networking cocktail hour from 4-5pm, followed by a moderated panel discussion from 5-6:30pm.
Proceeds from the event support Stroke Awareness Oregon’s mission to provide stroke education, prevention resources, and support programs for stroke warriors and their families.
Event Details:
Tetherow Pavilion, Bend
May 5, 2026
4-7pm
Tickets: $75 (single), $125 (pair), $50 (nonprofit rate), $85 at the door
To register or learn more, visit LWAP.eventbrite.com or contact our Events Coordinator Taylor Laidlaw at tlaidlaw@strokeawarenessoregon.org or 541-350-8117.
