The Leadership Skills You Need to Succeed in Oregon’s Tough Job Market

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On Sept. 11, we hosted our third quarterly event of 2025 in partnership with Willamette University’s Atkinson School of Management. Almost 100 people gathered for networking and a panel discussion, “The Leadership Skills You Need to Succeed in Oregon’s Tough Job Market.” 

Together, the panelists shared their experiences from higher education, tech recruiting, and executive coaching, offering practical advice for job seekers navigating Oregon’s challenging job market. Attendees also had the opportunity to connect with representatives from eight tabling organizations, including educators, professional associations, and career coaches.

About Our Guest

Leah Straley, dean of Graduate Admissions for Willamette University. 

Panelists

• Ashley Nixon, Ph.D., dean for academic affairs and professor of human resources and organizational behavior, Willamette University
• Tim Butler, principal sourcer, global talent sourcing, New Relic, Inc.
  
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  Dr. Carol Parker Walsh, JD, PhD, ACC, executive coach & leadership consultant, Carol Parker Walsh Consulting Group

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