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WORKing Together Conference
in support of Oregon’s workforce!
Workforce is a major and complex topic. In order to ensure that Oregonians have the skills to meet the needs of Oregon business, we need to establish even more effective partnerships and reimagine our understanding of education and work. The Oregon Workforce Partnership provides leadership that promotes and advances Oregon’s workforce system.
The WORKing Together 2025 Conference will be held October 15-16, 2024 at the Salem Convention Center. The conference will bring together over 500 Oregon businesses, educators, public agency leaders, community-based organizations, elected officials, and workforce professionals to explore local, state, and national best practices, emerging workforce trends, and innovative solutions.
Stay tuned here to witness the conversations, updates, and big-picture thinking that will help shape workforce solutions in Oregon.
Recap of 2024 WORKing Together Conference
the agenda
Day 1 – Wednesday, October 15
7:00am – Registration & Breakfast
8:30am – Welcome
8:45am – Keynote
9:30am – Keynote
10:45am – Concurrent Sessions I
11:45am – Lunch
1:15pm – Concurrent Sessions II
2:45pm – General Session
3:00pm – Panel
4:00pm – Networking Reception
the agenda
Day 2 – Thursday, October 16
7:30am – Registration & Breakfast
8:30am – General Session
8:45am – Keynote
9:45am – Concurrent Sessions III
11:15am – Concurrent Sessions IV
frequently asked questions
this year’s highlights
the venue
The Salem Convention Center, located in the heart of downtown Salem, Oregon, is a versatile and modern venue perfect for a wide range of events. Boasting over 30,000 square feet of flexible event space, it is surrounded by Salem’s vibrant dining, shopping, and cultural scene. The center’s commitment to sustainability and outstanding service makes it a premier choice for events in the Willamette Valley.