Bend Emerging Talent

Want a deeper understanding of the people, organizations, and issues shaping Central Oregon?

Applications for the Leadership Bend Class of 2027 are now open through June 22.

Leadership Bend offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from local leaders across business, government, education, healthcare, nonprofits, and more. Through immersive monthly sessions, you'll gain firsthand insight into the challenges and opportunities facing our region while building relationships with fellow leaders who care about making a difference.

If you're looking to grow your network, strengthen your leadership skills, and become more engaged in the future of our community, Leadership Bend is for you.

Apply today: https://www.bendchamber.org/bendnext/leadership-bend

Tomorrow’s the day—and this is one you don’t want to miss.

Join Lisa X Walden, international speaker, author, and Co-founder of Good Company Consulting, for a powerful keynote:
The Future of Work is Human: The New Rules of Thriving Teams

The way we work is changing fast, and this session will give you practical tools to build stronger communication, deeper connection, and more high-performing teams in today’s evolving workplace. Whether you’re early in your career or growing into leadership, you’ll walk away with insights you can apply immediately.

And the experience doesn’t end there—keep the conversation going afterward at Mountain Burger in Northwest Crossing with complimentary food, drinks, networking, and prizes.

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🚨 This is one you don’t want to miss. 🚨

The way we work is changing—and the best teams are evolving with it.

Join international speaker, author, and workplace strategist Lisa X Walden for a high-energy keynote:
The Future of Work is Human: The New Rules of Thriving Teams

In this insight-packed session, you’ll learn how to build a more authentic, empowering workplace—one that drives real connection, stronger collaboration, and a future-ready mindset.

Whether you’re early in your career or stepping into leadership, you’ll walk away with practical tools you can start using immediately.

✨ And it doesn’t end there…
Keep the momentum going at our afterparty at Mountain Burger in Northwest Crossing—enjoy complimentary food, drinks, prizes, and a fun, low-pressure way to connect with other emerging professionals.

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ET Expert Lab Keynote Speaker In this lively, insight-packed session, you’ll learn how to create a more authentic, empowering workplace.

Thank you to OSU-Cascades and Kristi Runberg for an incredible ET Expert Lab!

Attendees walked away with practical tools and fresh perspective on how to lead with clarity, build resilience, and show up as steady, trusted leaders when it matters most.

We’re especially excited about our evolving partnership with OSU–Cascades and the continued opportunities it creates to bring meaningful learning experiences to our community.