# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 ODA ANNUAL CONFERENCE - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 27 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 09:30 pm - **Event Description**: Surround yourself with Oregon's tourism industry leaders for professional and educational development at ODA's Annual Conference.About this EventThe 2026 ODA Annual Conference will be hosted by Explore Tualatin Valley in Tigard on January 27–28, 2026. This premier gathering has become the can’t-miss event for Oregon’s tourism leaders.Together with Explore Tualatin Valley and the Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Tigard, ODA is creating an exceptional conference experience focused on leadership development, innovative education, and meaningful networking for our DMO, RDMO, and Associate members.Registration: Includes all conference programming https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/ab4d73a0-9fa7-11f0-9417-95d9004616b3-rimg-w1200-h633-dc46612d-gmir.jpg Lodging & Travel: Responsibility of attendeesBook your hotel room with our preferred lodging partner, Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Tigard, here: Please note that the conference will begin at 1:00 PM on January 27th and conclude after dinner at 9:30 PM on January 28th. Most attendees will likely want to book a room January 27-29.Conference attendance is exclusive to ODA members in good standing. Please ensure your membership is current.For exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities, or information on future host site reservations, please contact: director@oregondestinationassociation.comAgenda?: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM(Day 1 of Conference ) January 27th - Sponsor/Vendor Setup ?: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PMSilent Auction Basket Dropoff?: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PMAttendee Registration?: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PMODA Welcome & Annual Report (Start of Conference)?: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM2026 Oregon Legislative Session ?: 02:30 PM - 02:45 PMBreak?: 02:45 PM - 03:45 PMData-Driven Decisions for DMOS?: 03:45 PM - 04:00 PMFeatured Sponsor?: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PMTourism for Tomorrow: Resilience, Adaptation & Action?: 05:00 PM - 06:30 PMReception ?: 06:30 PM - 09:30 PMDinner?: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM(Day 2 of Conference) January 28th - Breakfast?: 09:00 AM - 09:15 AMODA Welcome ?: 09:15 AM - 10:15 AMKeynoteHost: Chris DyerInfo: Chris Dyer is a nationally recognized expert in leadership, company culture, and organizational growth. With a career spanning luxury hospitality, entrepreneurship, and global consulting, Chris has helped more than 50 top companies strengthen culture, lead with purpose, and build high-performing teams. A former Olympic-level swim coach and competitive water polo player, Chris brings the same drive and strategic mindset to the stage, inspiring leaders to turn challenges into opportunities. He led his company to be named one of Inc. Magazine’s fastest-growing organizations five times and authored The Power of Company Culture, which was recognized among the “Top 10 HR Books of All Time.” Chris’s dynamic keynotes—praised as “the best of the conference!”—blend actionable insights with compelling storytelling. Featured by NBC, CBS, BBC, and Forbes, he challenges audiences to embrace transparency, positivity, and innovation.?: 10:15 AM - 11:30 AMRegional Roundtable?: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PMTravel Oregon - What's Next with Wheel The World Partnership?: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PMLunch?: 01:00 PM - 01:15 PMFeatured Sponsor?: 01:15 PM - 02:30 PMDesigning Destinations: Creative Wayfinding & Experiential Projects?: 02:30 PM - 02:45 PMBreak?: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PMFeatured Sponsor?: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PMMarketing Oregon’s Table: From Farm to Fork to Public Market?: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PMContent Creation at Scale: Video, social, and UGC strategies for DMOs?: 05:00 PM - 06:30 PMBreak ?: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM(Free) Transportation to Offsite Dinner ?: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PMOffsite Dinner Hosted by Explore Tualatin Valley (End of Conference)*Agenda is subject to change - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tigard/2026-oda-annual-conference/100001681240699189 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, performances, sports, entertainment, nonprofit, it, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 375, max: 375, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Tigard - **state**: OR - **country**: United States - **location**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Tigard - **lat**: 45.4554535 - **long**: -122.7812961 - **full address**: Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Tigard, 9000 Southwest Washington Square Road, Tigard, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 ODA ANNUAL CONFERENCE - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/97b890242c87a82f16d9fd21096bc9e72455f978c5ad5dd563a0a634d657adf5-rimg-w1200-h800-dc301605-gmir.jpg?v=1759420324 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 ODA ANNUAL CONFERENCE being held? - **A:** 2026 ODA ANNUAL CONFERENCE takes place on Tue, 27 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Wed, 28 Jan, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Tigard, 9000 Southwest Washington Square Road, Tigard, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 2026 ODA ANNUAL CONFERENCE? - **A:** Tickets for 2026 ODA ANNUAL CONFERENCE are priced at USD 375 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 375Available - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 ODA ANNUAL CONFERENCE? - **A:** 2026 ODA ANNUAL CONFERENCE is organized by Mackenzie Ballard, Managing Director, ODA. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 ODA ANNUAL CONFERENCE is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Tigard, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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