Agenda

Ask any event or meeting professional, and they will tell you without hesitating that they LOVE what they do. But sometimes, circumstances can nudge us out of the meetings industry... Read More

In this session, you will hear from two professionals that are immersed in the entertainment and keynote speaker industries. Through interactive discussion, stories and a little fun along the way,... Read More

Crises happen. Sometimes we can see it coming and other times we are caught off guard. As event professionals we obsess over details and yet too often fail to plan... Read More

Products and projects, like people, have life cycles. Just as in life, it can be hard to identify what cycle you are in and where to go next. As event... Read More

Have you always wished you could predict the future?  Well now you can.  Join us for a look into the future with Meeting Professionals International Meetings Outlook.  This meeting industry forecast... Read More

First time attendees join MPI Oregon and Washington State Chapter board members to welcome you to your first Cascadia Educational Conference!

Food and beverage hosted by Semiahmoo Resort Reception sponsored by Visit Central Oregon   We look forward to seeing you at the Welcome Reception!  Seeing old friends, and making new... Read More

Poker registration is not included in your conference registration. If you want to join in the fun – you can register onsite at the registration desk or prior to Poker... Read More

In 1986 Marty McFly went flying back 30 years into the past. In today’s keynote, I will be looking back at my 30 years in events and what the next... Read More

This workshop will address the society “norm” that tells us that if we are not constantly in a state of busyness and productivity that we are lazy.  If we are not accomplishing... Read More

Two dimensional problem-solving (zoom solving) is SO 2020.  We are on to bigger, better things – and all we are asking you to do is meet us on the playground. ... Read More

Many billions of dollars have been spent by the major tech companies to build the scaffolding for the metaverse. It will involve 3D immersive interactive realities, augmented reality, and a... Read More

Human trafficking is defined as the brutal trade of people for the purpose of labor, or sex, using force, fraud or coercion.  The number of human trafficking cases in Washington... Read More

This decade’s greatest tech business challenge is the need to continue to find ways to integrate technology into their services while maintaining control of their bottom line. The creation of... Read More

Extending your event to the online world can often seem like a daunting task. Despite concerns around technology platforms and on-site participation, hybrid events provide unique opportunities to extend your... Read More

Two hospitality industry attorneys, one who represents groups and one who represents hotels, will review trends in event contracting. What things changed since the height of the pandemic, and what... Read More

This workshop will focus on the fundamentals of gender/gender expression, sexuality, pronoun use and how their perception can change your behavior. First grounding in ourselves, then understanding others, and finally... Read More

Working an event rarely comes without a story or two and we will be sharing the tea today. Join Logan Clements and Mary Davidson, two event producers and co-hosts of... Read More

“Communication with and Expectations of our Planner Partners” is for suppliers only and will be presented by Juanita Metzler, CMP, Senior Director of Conventions, with Eugene, Cascades & Coast and... Read More

Today’s high-profile hacks of major organizations and institutions have increased awareness of the issues of digital security, yet most people are compromising their personal and company’s information on a regular... Read More

There is no reason an event-based business shouldn’t be thriving at this time. Learn how to leverage what you have to offer to become fully booked & thriving through 2023... Read More

This casual session is to help you understand the CMP classes that will be available Spring ’23 and what is required of your participation. We will walk through what you... Read More

Three heads are better than one!  OR, WA and BC Chapter Presidents want to hear from you on what you want most out of your membership.  How do you see... Read More

BINGO registration is not included in your conference registration.  If you want to join in the fun – you can register onsite at the registration desk or prior to BINGO... Read More

Organizations are delivering services for audiences who can get everything they want with the press of a button so what are we doing to make our experiences richer for our... Read More

This hands-on interactive session will begin with an overview of the top hazards and risks in Oregon and Washington States. We will then begin a scenario-based exercise to practice analyzing... Read More

Are you still sitting “behind-the-curtain” on LinkedIn, peering into the flurry of content, but unsure what to do next? LinkedIn can be an intimidating platform, but the joys of cultivating... Read More

The Power of the Ask keynote will bring attendees to find more focus and peace in their daily life by learning how to use their own superpower of asking. The... Read More