Collective Impact: Conversations Across Disciplines

Where Organization Development, Coaching, & Talent Development Connect.

What becomes possible when we stop working in silos and start learning across disciplines?

Join us for an inspiring afternoon that brings together professionals from organization development, coaching, talent development, HR, learning and development, leadership, and change management to explore the power of collective impact.

Hosted through a unique collaboration between ODN Oregon, ICF Oregon, and ATD Cascadia this event is designed to spark meaningful conversations, expand professional networks, and uncover new ways to create lasting impact within our organizations and communities. At this event, you will discover fresh perspectives and practical ideas by engaging with professionals who approach organizational challenges through different—but complementary—lenses.

What to Expect

🍂 An interactive experience designed to encourage dialogue and collaboration
🍂 Real world conversations with professionals across multiple disciplines
🍂 Opportunities to build relationships beyond your professional network
🍂 New ideas for leadership, learning, coaching, culture, and organizational effectiveness
🍂 Actionable Insights and Inspiration you can immediately apply in your work

Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for professionals working in:

• Organization Development and effectiveness 
• Professional Coaching
• Talent Development & Learning
• Human Resources
• Leadership Development
• Change Management
• Culture & Employee Experience
• Anyone passionate about developing people and organizations

Event Details

📅 Friday, October 20, 2026
🕐 Afternoon 1- 4 pm (Registration 1pm; Program starts 1:30pm)
📍 Venue: Oregon State University-Portland Center

Why "Collective Impact"?

Today's organizational challenges are increasingly complex and interconnected. No single discipline holds all the answers. Together, we can create stronger leaders, healthier workplaces, and more resilient organizations.

By bringing together organization development, coaching, and  talent development professionals in one shared space, we create opportunities to learn from one another, discover common ground, and build partnerships that extend beyond this event.

Registration Includes

• Admission to the event
• Interactive learning experience
• Networking with professionals across disciplines
• Beverages

Save your seat and join us for an afternoon of connection, conversation, and collective impact.