Oregon's Workforce and Talent Development Board (WTDB) and the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) will be hosting the 2026 Oregon Talent Summit on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in person at the Salem Convention Center.
Since 2018, the Oregon Talent Summit has convened leaders to explore implications and consider actions on critical trends, challenges, and solutions in workforce and talent development. Summit attendees include leaders from business, the Oregon Legislature, workforce development, community-based organizations, postsecondary education, local workforce boards, economic development, and state agencies.
The 2026 Summit theme is Bridging Vision and Action: Forging Oregon's Path Forward. Registration is free and now open. This year's in-person Summit focuses on turning strategy into action through collaboration, data, and practical solutions. A core focus of the Summit is presenting the findings of the 2026 Oregon Talent Assessment - the biannual analysis of Oregon's workforce that identifies in-demand industries and occupations evaluates supply-demand alignment, assesses job quality, and provides regional and equity insights.
May 19, 2026 from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm at the Salem Convention Center
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In addition to engaging keynotes from inspiring leaders, the Summit will feature networking opportunities and four breakout tracks focused on critical workforce topics:
- Business Leadership & Economic Development: Aligning Employers, Talent & Growth
- Data to Action: Driving Policy & Outcomes
- Work-Based Learning: Connecting Education & Work Experience
- Youth Workforce Development: Pathways to Opportunity & Career Success
More exciting speakers will be announced soon.
We look forward to seeing you in Salem!
Questions? Email: oregontalentsummit@confluencec.com
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