ORA | NW Conference

We'll see you in Portland!
2024 NW CONFERENCE
on Disability Services
Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel
October 22-24, 2024

We'll see you at the Pacific Northwest's premier conference on disability services!
Here’s what you can look forward to at this year’s event:

Engaging Keynotes:
Hear from inspiring speakers, including Jordyn Zimmerman and Kristine Medyanik.

Exciting Sessions:
Dive into interactive discussions covering topics like AI integration, the dignity of risk,
and leadership tools inspired by Ted Lasso.

Networking & Fun:
Enjoy Wild Ass Trivia and our lively Casino Night, featuring karaoke, a photo booth, and great prizes!

Celebrating Excellence:
Join us at the Works of Heart Awards Ceremony to honor those making a difference in disability services.
This year's event is 6pm PT on Wednesday, October 23rd and will also be live via Zoom.

Check out our amazing lineup of speakers, sessions, and fun!

Agenda 2024

Can’t attend in person?
Our hybrid track gives you access to select sessions, including:

Components of Leadership – Wally Tablit
The Journey of Advocacy Panel
The State of Self-Advocacy – OSAC
Informed Decision Making – John Raffaele
Quest for Clarity – Lucy Houghton
Library of Leadership – Ginger Johnson
Don’t Be Afraid of AI – MITC
Unpacking the ADA – Kim Poage
Closing Keynote: Leading Through Personalities

If you have questions about how you can participate or would like to be part of the team that
plans next year's conference, please email Kim Mintrone at kmintrone@oregonresource.org.