Agenda

Day 1 – May 14th

Please Note:

The tour will start at the Douglas County Fairgrounds Complex with registration opening at 11:00 am.

Douglas County Fairgrounds Complex, Community Building
2110 Frear St
Roseburg, OR 97471

The Reception Dinner will be held at Seven Feathers Casino Resort at 5:30 pm.

Seven Feathers Casino Resort
146 Chief Miwaleta Ln
Canyonville, OR 97417

Location

Douglas County Fairgrounds Complex, Community Building
2110 Frear St
Roseburg, OR 97471

Speakers

  • Chris Boice, Douglas County Commissioner

Speakers

  • Joel Goodwillie, SOWI
  • Greg Jones, Abacela

Speakers

  • Dave Larecy, Con-Vey

Speakers

  • Dave Larecy, Con-Vey

Speakers

  • Joel Goodwillie, SOWI
  • Greg Jones, Abacela
Location

Seven Feathers Casino Resort
146 Chief Miwaleta Ln
Canyonville, OR 97417

Location

Seven Feathers Casino Resort
146 Chief Miwaleta Ln
Canyonville, OR 97417

Speakers

  • Welcome – Chairman Carla Keene
  • Blessing – Jennifer Bryant and Jess Jackson

Location

Seven Feathers Casino Resort
146 Chief Miwaleta Ln
Canyonville, OR 97417

Day 2 – May 15th

Please Note:

The Day 2 of the conference will be held at Seven Feathers Casino Resort.

Seven Feathers Casino Resort
146 Chief Miwaleta Ln
Canyonville, OR 97417

Description

Economic Development experts outline the status of the economy in southern Oregon, discussing the region’s challenges and wins.

Speakers

  • Theresa Haga, CCD
  • Colleen Padilla, SOREDI
  • Rena Langston, SOWIB
  • Damon Runberg, Business Oregon

Facilitator

  • Brian Prawitz, Umpqua Economic Development Partnership (UEDP)

Presentations

Description

Southern Oregon is home to many homegrown industries that continue to invest and innovate locally. Hear from local industry leaders about their innovative products, staff, and business development efforts.

Speakers

  • Dave Larecy, 7Robotics
  • Eric Ball, Orenco
  • Jay Danielson, Roseburg Forest Products
  • Tom Williams, Umpqua Research
  • Travis Hamlyn, Katanacraft

Facilitator

  • Rachel Pokrandt, Umpqua Community College (UCC) President

Presentations

Description

Partnerships are crucial to the success of some of our region’s largest employers. Learn more about the impact these critical partners have on the area’s economy and how partnerships play an essential role in their success.

Speakers

  • Andy Owens, A&M Transport
  • Toby Luther, Lone Rock Resources
  • Amy Slay, CORP

Facilitator

  • Steve Loosely

Presentations

Description

Uncover the untapped potential of Southern Oregon’s breathtaking outdoors and robust agricultural heritage as pivotal economic drivers.

Speakers

  • Greg Jones, Abacela
  • Bar Run Golf/RV Resort
  • Brittni Doyle, Mama Bees Farm
  • Robin Van Winkle, Douglas ESD

Facilitator

  • Jeana Beam, Glide Revitalization

Presentations

Description

Southern Oregon lawmakers discuss the wins they see from the recently completed short session in Salem in a facilitated conversation and update.

Speakers

  • State Representative Virgle Osborne
  • State Representative Christine Goodwin
  • State Representative Court Boice
  • State Senator David Brock Smith
  • State Senator Jeff Golden

Facilitator

  • Chris Boice, Douglas County Commissioner

Description

Look into the future of Southern Oregon innovations through a discussion with experts in entrepreneurship, communications, invention, and more.

Speakers

  • Kyle Kennington, UIDC VP of Business Development, KBAR Ranches Cow Calf Program
  • Richard Rader, UIDC Chief Technology Officer, Umpqua Technologies
  • Dr. Kim Freeze, Seed Collective & Project Build

Facilitator

  • Seth Buechley, Cathedral Consulting

Presentations

Description

Douglas County has formed a unique consortium to tackle healthcare workforce issues that address the workforce pipeline from kindergarten through doctoral programs. Hear from the leaders of local industry and education on this unique approach to the health of our community.

Speakers

  • Rachel Pokrandt, Umpqua Community College (UCC) President
  • Jared Cordon, Roseburg Public Schools
  • KC Bolton, Aviva Health
  • Sarah Baumgartner, CHI Mercy Health
  • Brent Eichman, Umpqua Health
  • Greg Brigham, ADAPT
  • Patrick Hull, Roseburg VA

Facilitator

  • Aden Bliss, The Ford Family Foundation

Presentation

Description

Southern Oregon boasts untamed rivers, ocean beaches, towering waterfalls, and breathtaking mountains within its backyard. See the uncluttered, undiscovered Wonder of Southern Oregon with the people who know it best.

Speakers

  • Cam Campman, et al, Experience Roseburg
  • Bob Hackett, Travel Southern Oregon
  • Tori Middlestadt, Visit Grants Pass
  • Travis Hamlyn, Hellgate Jet Boats

Facilitator

  • Brian Prawitz, Umpqua Economic Development Partnership (UEDP)

Presentations

Description

Be inspired by Ford Family Foundation President and CEO Kara Carlisle as she explains the value and impact of rural voices and how the stories we tell define us.

Speaker

  • Kara Carlisle, The Ford Family Foundation President/CEO