OTLA: Application for 2025 Cohort

The Oregon Tourism Leadership Academy experience is designed for professionals currently serving Oregon’s tourism and hospitality industries. Interested program participants should have supervisory, managerial, or executive responsibilities in either the private or public sector. Program participants must confirm their availability to participate in 4 multi-day experiences taking place during all four seasons throughout the year. Application Deadline is December 13, 2025.

​If you have any questions, contact Lauri Byerly.​

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BEFORE YOU APPLY

LEARNING OVERVIEW

Application Form

OTLA APPLICATION STEPS
Step 1. Before you apply, please have the following documents completed and saved as PDFs:

• Resume
• 2 Letters of recommendation
• Signed Employer Commitment Form

​Step 2. Complete the 2025 Application Form. Check the box at the end of the application if you would like to be emailed a copy of your application. 

Upon successful completion of the application you will receive a confirmation email. If you have any questions, please contact Lauri Byerly.

​2025 OTLA EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Note, dates are subject to change.​

• Spring: March 5-7, 2025 - Portland
• Summer: June 25-27, 2025 - Columbia Gorge
• Autumn: October 1-3, 2025 - Eastern Oregon
• Winter: December 3-5, 2025 - Central Coast