The Eastern Oregon Economic Summit will include field & industry tours, general session speakers, and a series of discussion panels focused on regional economic updates, federal and state legislative updates, program and industry updates, and more.

The Eastern Oregon Women's Coalition hosts the Summit. It is for private and public sector leaders throughout Oregon interested in learning how to tap into the growth and potential of Eastern Oregon's economy.

Industry experts and state and federal lawmakers will be the speakers, providing updates on current legislation and economic trends, with an emphasis on leveraging Eastern Oregon's growing economy to develop stronger communities.

Thursday, August 19

Field & Industry Tours | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday will include field & industry tours focused on four primary areas:

1. Water Tour
2. Housing Tour
3. Economic Development & Workforce Tour
4. Forestry Tour

Buses for each tour will leave the Armand Larive Middle School in Hermiston at 8:00 am. Buses will return to Hermiston at 4:00 pm. Lunch will be provided.

Dinner & Reception | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

A dinner and reception at the Hermiston Agriculture Research & Extension Campus (HAREC) will occur from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. The cost is included in the price of your ticket.

Friday, August 20

General Session & Breakout Discussions

Friday will include the General Session with keynotes speakers, state policymakers, and more. In addition, lunch will be provided, followed by breakout discussions.

Full Agenda

Breakout Sessions

Special Hotel Rates

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hermiston Downtown

145 N 1st St., Hermiston, OR 97838

• King Suite Room rate of $104 per night.
• Queen Room rate of $104 per night.

Register for the special Eastern Oregon Summit rates by July 28, 2021, by calling 541-585-5656 ext 605 or by clicking here.

Guest Parking: on-site parking is available at no charge at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites.

Breakfast: hot buffet breakfast is included complimentary with each guestroom every morning from 6:00 am - 9:30 am. If special breakfast times are needed, those will need to be pre-arranged seven days before check-in.