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Women in
Tourism & Hospitality
Symposium

September 21, 2024

11:30 am - 2:30 pm

Riverhouse Lodge

3075 N Hwy 97, Bend, OR 97703

Convention Center Building | Room EF

Empowerment through connection

Join executive and junior executive women from across all sectors of Oregon's restaurant, lodging and tourism industries. Be a part of ORLA's inaugural professional development and networking event highlighting women's perspectives. Attendees will explore the powerful impact that leadership, personality recognition, and intentional mentorship can have on building a strong, thriving community.

Standard Registration $45

Format

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

12:00 pm

12:15 pm - 12:45 pm

12:45 pm - 1:00 pm

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

2:00 pm

Registration and Networking

Meet and greet women in the industry as we settle in with refreshments and fellowship.

Welcome and Introductions

Warm up with a conversational exercise to breakdown walls, learn about each other, and create space to have a motivated and impactful day. 

Lunch and Targeted Table Talk

Enjoy lunch while engrossed in small group discussions on a range of industry and personal topics. 

Connectivity and Mentorship

Hear from transformation strategist Dr. Kristine Medyanik of Shattered Glass Leadership on how we can empower women leaders to succeed and thrive in their environments.

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C-Suite Panel

Women leading the industry will take the stage for a Q&A style discussion surrounding personal journeys, challenges and success.

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Panel Moderator:

• Liz Dahlager, COO Mereté Hotel Management

 

Panel:

Lindsay Borkowski, Dir. of Sales & Marketing, Sunriver Resort

• Jesse Durham, CSO and Co-Owner, Sisters Coffee Co.
• Dhruti Patel, VP of Revenue and Sales, ALKO Hotels
• Samara Phelps, President & CEO, Travel Lane County

Takeaways & Goal Setting 

Identify opportunities to make the most of the week ahead.

2:05 pm - 2:30 pm

Dessert Buffet 

Continue discussions and networking over sweet treats from Iocal woman-owned bakery Ida's Cupcakes. 

Special Thanks To Our Sponsors!

Sponsors:

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Industry Advisors:
Liz Dahlager

Chief Operating Officer, Mereté Hotel Management

Lisa Itel
Director of Industry Relations, Travel Oregon

Lori Little

Director of Communications, Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association

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