## ORLA EVENTSThe Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association provides numerous opportunities to participate in events and regional activities, giving members a chance to engage with fellow industry members, leaders, and potential customers to discuss key issues and best practices.
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Taste Oregon Legislative ReceptionORLA will host its annual Taste Oregon Legislative Reception at the start of the session. This is the industry’s unique opportunity to meet with some of Oregon’s policymakers for casual conversations, good food and drink, and the chance to share personally the impact our industry has on our state's economy and livability.February 18, 2025 | Salem Convention Center Learn more and Register | Sponsor Opportunities |


Capitol Day AssemblyIndustry members will engage in a discussion on ORLA’s Legislative Agenda and review talking points on key issues. Invited speakers include the Governor, Directors of key state agencies and Legislative leadership.February 19, 2025 | Willamette Heritage Center; Dye House, Salem Learn more and Register | Sponsor Opportunities |


Oregon ProStart Championships March 17, 2025 | Salem ProStart is a CTE skills-based curriculum designed to help high school students explore careers in culinary arts and food service. Study culminates as a capstone project with the annual state competition. Hosted by the Oregon Hospitality Foundation, the championships serve as the capstone event for the ProStart program in Oregon. Learn More | Sponsor Opportunities |


Northwest Food ShowApril 13-14, 2025 | Portland Expo CenterFoodservice industry members flock to the region’s largest food and beverage show for ideas, information, and new tools for success. This event is free for ORLA members with the promo code: ORLA Learn More | Sponsor Opportunities |


One Big Night - Dinner & AuctionJune 4, 2025 | DoubleTree By Hilton PortlandEnjoy a lavish evening with silent auction followed by dinner and live auction. Your participation will support ORLA’s Political Action Committee and the election of pro-hospitality industry candidates. Sponsor Opportunities |


ORLA Open Golf TournamentJuly 21, 2025 | Langdon Farms Golf Club, AuroraThis annual golf tournament includes a scramble tournament with carts, lunch, prizes, and awards. Proceeds (including sponsorship revenues) go directly to ORLA’s Political Action Committee. Sponsor Opportunities |


Women in Tourism & Hospitality SymposiumSeptember 13, 2025 | Seaside Professional development and networking event highlighting women's perspectives. Sponsor Opportunities |


ORLA Hospitality ConferenceSeptember 13-15, 2025 | Seaside Convention Center Industry leaders, owners and operators gather for this multi-day event of illuminating keynotes, informative seminars and breakout sessions and networking. Sponsor Opportunities | Speaker Submission Form (for 2025 event) |