Stephanie Bastin-Wells
Chief Human Resources Officer
Worldly

Kyra Fleming
Director of Human Resources
Ritz-Carlton Portland

Richelle Luther
SVP & Chief Human Resources Officer Columbia Sportswear

Anne Mersereau
Vice President, HR, Diversity & Inclusion
Portland General Electric

Stephanie Richmond
Chief Human Resources Officer
24 Hour Fitness

October 23, 2025

8 to 10 am

The Porter Hotel Portland

2025 Workplace Benefits Report:
Shining a light on employee wellness in uncertain times

Join us for a conversation about evolving workplace benefit programs.

This 15th annual report reveals that nearly 7 in 10 employees feel optimistic about their future over the next few years. At the same time, they’re stressed about their current level of debt, caregiving demands and hitting their emergency savings goal. Financial wellness programs, equity awards, debt assistance, caregiver support and encouraging work/life balance can help retain employee loyalty and attract top talent.

We’ll discuss benefit programs that today’s employees value, and that help companies stand out as an employer of choice.

June 12, 2025

8 to 10 am

Portland City Grill

Communicating Across Differences: Leadership Strategies for a Complex Workplace

Led by Shari Dunn: Journalist, author, and local community leader

In today’s complex workplace, communication is more than words—it’s shaped by identity, perception, and power. Misunderstandings can occur not because of intent, but because of assumptions.

In this interactive session, Shari Dunn, executive leader and author of Qualified, shares how leaders can build stronger, more inclusive teams by learning to make the unconscious conscious—naming the often invisible dynamics that shape how we speak, listen, and lead.

February 20, 2025

8 to 10 am

The Heathman Hotel

Total Rewards, Total Clarity: Building Trust Through Pay Transparency

In today’s competitive market, employees demand more than just a paycheck—they want clarity, fairness, and value. This session will uncover how strategic total rewards programs and transparent pay practices can enhance trust, drive engagement, and position your business as an employer of choice. Attend to learn actionable strategies for staying ahead in the evolving world of People management.

September 10, 2024

8 to 10 am

Portland City Grill

Get the Most from Your Employee Benefits Communications

With over 22 years of experience in employee benefits and human resources communications, Emily has extensive knowledge of the benefits space, allowing her to better understand client needs, be a more effective communicator, and create sound strategies to solve client communication problems. Throughout her career, she’s worked with clients of all sizes in a multitude of industries.

June 4, 2024

8:30 to 10 am

The Ritz-Carlton, Portland

2024 Workplace Benefits Report – The Resurging Workforce 

Collecting input from over 800 employers, the report covers key findings around:

• Employee Wellbeing: Trends across an unprecedented five generation workforce
• The Working Caregiver: Employee perceptions and employer disconnects
• Employee Retention: Forces that fuel the desire to stay or go
• Income in Retirement: Piecing together savings, healthcare, and Social Security

The report’s comprehensive data showcases year-over-year insights to help employers establish relevant, meaningful, and inclusive benefits offerings. We’ll unpack suggestions for actionable strategies and dedicate time for peer-to-peer
dialogue. Hear first-hand how local HR teams are addressing the growing needs of their employees.

October 18, 2023

8 to 10 am

Hyatt Regency Portland at The Oregon Convention Center

2023 Workplace Benefits Report

You are invited to join us for an update and discussion on the recently released report.