2024 OBOA ABM & Conference
Thursday, July 18 – Friday, July 19

Pre–ABM Technical Workshop
Wednesday, July 17

Host Hotel & Convention Center: Riverhouse | Bend, Oregon


Book your lodging ASAP – we strongly encourage you to reserve your room now (do not wait).

Download 2024 ABM Agenda/Schedule
with Session Details

Schedule-at-a-Glance

WEDNESDAY, JULY 17

Receptions on Wednesday and Thursday — All registered attendees and their registered companions/spouses are invited to drop by this social meet and greet. Hors d'oeuvres and beverages provided.

7:30 – 8:30 am | Registration and Networking Breakfast with Sponsors
8:30 – 9:00 am | Welcome & Introductions; Self-Intros for All Approval of Agenda
                            President’s Report & Treasurer's Report
9:00 – 10:30 am | Opening Keynote: STAY ALIVE ALL YOUR LIFE – 
                             Harnessing the Extraordinary Power of Purpose
10:30 – 10:45 am | Coffee Break with Sponsors
10:45 am – 12 pm | Workshop: Effectively Communicate from the Stage 
                                & the Transformative Power of SERVICE and GRATITUDE
12:00 – 1:30 pm | OBOA Awards Luncheon
1:30 – 2:30 pm | State of Oregon BCD Update – Alana Cox, Administrator, BCD
2:30 – 4:00 pm | OBOA/BCD Moderated Hot Topic Roundtables
4:00 – 4:15 pm | Installation of the 2024/2025 OBOA Board of Directors
4:15 – 4:30 pm | International Code Council (ICC) Update
4:30 – 4:45 pm | Day 1 Closing Remarks
5:30 – 7:30 pm | Evening Hosted Reception with Live Music

 FRIDAY, JULY 19

Networking Break with Sponsors Schedule subject to change.

Download printable ABM Agenda/Schedule with Session Details

Registration for the technical workshop on Wednesday is separate/optional and can be added during ABM registration. The workshop includes a hot lunch and six hours of ICC Preferred Provider CEUs.

Online registration coming soon. Each regular ABM attendee registration includes one spouse/companion social ticket (which provides attendance at the Wednesday and Thursday evening receptions) and must be selected at the time of registration. All individuals participating in the OBOA ABM must be registered including any guests. If a companion wishes to join any other meals, please purchase separately with ABM registration.

Lodging at the ABM (Important – book now!)

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Rooms are sold first–come, first–served and the hotel is expecting to sell out throughout our stay. Rooms will go quickly and after June 16 or whenever the block is full, whichever comes first –– reservations will only be accepted on a space and rate available basis. Current room rates for the weekend following our conference are $800+/night. It is likely to not get a room if you wait until the deadline.

To reserve a room, please call Riverhouse directly at 541.389.3111 and identify as part of the OBOA / Oregon Building Officials Association conference. Note: a custom booking link will be provided here in the next 30 days though you can reserve now by calling.

It is very important you book your lodging right away (do not delay) and through Riverhouse directly –– not a third–party website or provider. OBOA contracts with the resort on your behalf and has obligations to meet. Any upgrades or special requests must be made at the time of reservation. Room rates are $259 per night, per room (single/double occupancy), plus taxes and fees. Discounted rates may be available two days prior to the conference; please call for availability. Rates quoted are subject to taxes and fees and a daily resort fee. Please speak with the reservation agent at the time of booking regarding all hotel fees, cancellation or other hotel policies. OBOA does not accept any responsibility for resort policies and fees.

Registration Details + Fees

Registration coming soon! Please check back later this week.

Pre-ABM Wednesday Workshop Fees:

• Early – before June 21: OBOA or OFMA Member: $550 | Non-Member: $750
• Late – after June 21: OBOA or OFMA Member: $600 | Non-Member: $800

ABM Fees:

• Early – before June 21: OBOA or OFMA Member: $550 | Non-Member: $750
• Late – after June 21: OBOA or OFMA Member: $600 | Non-Member: $800

The Workshop is on Wednesday, July 17. The ABM and Conference is Thursday, July 18 and Friday, July 19.

What ABM registration fees include: Attendance for the registered individual at all Thursday and Friday sessions and presentations including the Opening Keynote, 2024 Awards Luncheon, State of Oregon BCD Update, Industry and Association Updates, State and Committee Board Reports, OBOA Officers and Board Installation, ICC Report, all electronic session materials (as provided by the speakers), Lobbyist/Legislative Update, and the drone presentation and demo. Hosted meals: Wednesday's Opening Networking Reception, breakfast on Thursday and Friday, lunch on Thursday, and the Thursday Live Music Reception.

Spouse/companion? Each regular ABM registration also includes one complimentary companion/spouse social ticket for Wednesday and Thursday receptions. Attendees must indicate on the registration form in advance if they will register a companion/spouse. This is for participation at the evening receptions on Wednesday and Thursday only (no other sessions or activities included).

Connect your companions! If you have a spouse/guest joining you at the ABM and they are interested in connecting with other companions of conference attendees, we'd love to offer this small networking courtesy. Please indicate on the registration form if you would like to share your contact info and receive contact info of other companions. OBOA often receives requests to help make these connections while members are in session. OBOA is happy to exchange contact information and other info as it may be helpful to your guests in meeting others.

Committee Summit: If you are an OBOA committee chair or general committee member, your participation is requested by the OBOA Board of Directors to join our meeting on Wednesday, July 17 at 4:30 pm.

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2024 ABM Sponsorship/Exhibitor Opportunities

Support the Conference and OBOA!

Click here for all opportunities and benefits

The Oregon Building Officials Association (OBOA) is a statewide professional non-profit organization providing exceptional educational and networking opportunities for our 1,100+ member representatives. Our members include building officials, inspectors, plan examiners, permit technicians, engineers, building designers, architects, and contractors. Our Annual Business Meeting (ABM) is THE highly anticipated, flagship “must attend” event for code officials and building departments across Oregon and the PNW region.

We expect approximately 100 building safety professionals to attend the popular two-day event – the perfect size to personally meet and greet decision–makers and those with influence, reaching most jurisdictions in Oregon, all in one place. Most attendees will be Building Officials as well as other department leadership (leads, chiefs, etc.). Sponsorships are a great way to spotlight your name and company to the dozens of building departments represented at our conference. Sponsorships show your support of OBOA and relationships with our member jurisdictions and their officials and reps.

Register to Sponsor/Exhibit

Thank you for considering your participation in our 2024 OBOA ABM!