Syllabus
January–May, 2025
Please note, this syllabus is intended to give prospective participants a general idea of program content. The schedule is subject to minor changes, and sessions may take a different order from what is listed below.
JANUARY 22
Opening Retreat
Self-Awareness and Personal Leadership
Full day—Hanai Foundation.
All sessions will take place at OSU-Cascades, Obsidian 207, every other Wednesday from 12:30 to 5:00 PM. Light refreshments will be available.
FEBRUARY 12
Session 1
Effective Communication and Emotional Intelligence
FEBRUARY 26
Session 2
Team Building and Collaboration
MARCH 12
Session 3
Strategic Thinking and Innovation
MARCH 26
Session 4
Change Management and Resilience
APRIL 9
Session 5
Digital Leadership and Transformation
APRIL 23
Session 6
Community Leadership
MAY 7
Session 7
Project Presentations, Program Reflection
MAY 15
Graduation
Celebration Breakfast
Aspen Hall, Shevlin Park, 9:30–11:30 AM
The NEXTUp Leaders program is sponsored by:
Title Sponsor
Supporting Partner
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you are interested in sponsoring the NEXTUp Leaders program or a specific session, please reach out to Robin Cooper Engle, Sponsor Relations Lead, at robine@chamber.org.
The Bend Chamber is actively supported by these Signature Investors
Small Business
ANNUAL INVESTMENT: $425
