Tuesday, January 21st 1-5pm at the World Forestry Center, Portland, OR
This workshop will bring together diverse forest sector stakeholders for an afternoon focused on ways to strategically advance workforce development in the region. See the agenda below for the great line up of speakers.
The workshop will also host Oregon Forests Forever new VR experience. Participants are encouraged to check out this innovative forestry communications and outreach tool. To preview the experience, check out an example experience on the For The Trees YouTube Channel.
The Oregon Forests Forever team recently debuted their brand new “For the Trees” virtual reality experience. These 360-degree interactive videos share sights and sounds you can only experience from inside a working forest. Each video is a few minutes long and takes the viewer on a journey through active forest management, wildfire prevention, and ensuring sustainability.
The workshop will be followed by a multi-event social, which will include attendees for Mapping the Course and the Business of Forest Products workshop.
Registration is now open! At this time, the workshop is planned for in person only.
Registration is $40, which includes attendance at the evening social.
There is no hotel associated with this event. For those staying for Mapping the Course, please refer to the MTC event page for a list of nearby lodging options.
Opening remarks – Blake Manley, Manley Jobs
Why your company is NOT for everyone, and that’s a good thing! How story helps you find A-Players – Josh Law, CEO/Founder, Only Co
An Employer Focus on Workforce: How SPI is Addressing the Talent Pipeline – Jacquelin Earley, Workforce Development Coordinator, Sierra Pacific Industries
Break & activity
What Are We Waiting for? Entry-level Logger Training for the Greater Northwest – Blake Manley, Manley Jobs
Casting a Wider Net: Engaging Urban Communities on Careers in the Forest Sector – Rashad Norris, Founder/Executive Director, Relevant Engagement
Wrap-up
Multi-event social with Mapping the Course and Business of Forest Products attendees