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Emerging Professionals Employers Survey

BendNEXT is conducting a survey to better understand workforce, leadership development, talent retention, and emerging professional needs across Central Oregon.


Findings will help inform future leadership programming, workforce initiatives, and community connection efforts in the region.


Responses are anonymous and will be shared only in aggregate form.


Estimated completion time: 5 minutes. Thank you for weighing in!


As a thank you for participating, you'll be entered to win two lift tickets for the 2026-2027 season at Mt. Bachelor or a free rental certificate from Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe.

Section 1: Organization Information
* What industry best describes your organization?
* What is your organization size?
In what city is your organization located?
* What best describes your role?

While your individual responses will remain anonymous, we'd appreciate the opportunity to reach out for clarification or further exploration of these topics. This input will have a real impact on our community and professional development landscape. This will also enter you into a drawing for one of our survey incentive prizes. Please provide your contact information below.
Your name
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Organization
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Email address
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Phone number
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Section 2: Workforce and Leadership Challenges
* How concerned are you about leadership pipeline challenges over the next 3-5 years?
* Please select the TOP 3 workforce challenges facing your organization today.
* In your experience, are emerging professionals interested in leadership or management roles today?
Please feel free to add any additional thoughts, comments or clarifications on Section 2 here.
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Section 3: Workforce Development and Retention

Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements:
* Our organization actively supports employee professional development
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
* Employees have access to meaningful leadership development opportunities
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
* Community connection and belonging influence employee retention
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
* It is difficult to find time for employees to participate in professional development opportunities
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
* Developing first-time managers is a significant challenge
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
Please feel free to add any additional thoughts, comments or clarifications on Section 3 here.
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Section 4: Program and Participation Preferences
* What types of workforce or leadership development opportunities are most valuable for employees today? (Select up to 4)
* What barriers most limit employee participation in development opportunities? (Check all that apply)
* Please feel free to add any additional thoughts, comments or clarifications on Section 4 here.
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Section 5: BendNEXT and Future Opportunities
What role should organizations like BendNEXT play in supporting workforce and leadership development in Central Oregon?
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What workforce or leadership support would create the greatest value for your organization?
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Is there anything else you'd like to share about leadership, workforce development, or professional connection in Central Oregon?
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Is there anything we didn't ask about that you'd like to share with us?
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