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Agenda

Event Agenda

Calling all mass timber innovators, disruptors, and forward-thinkers…

We believe that a greater use of cross-laminated timber and other mass timber products is the innovative, disruptive, modern, and sustainable choice necessary for building in a fast-growing world.

And we believe in giving our conference attendees the highest quality experience for your event dollar — a relentless pursuit of value so you can learn more, connect better, build smarter, and take your business to the next level while helping make the world a better place℠.

Agenda

Conference Event Tracks

Track 1: Designs and Markets

Track 2: Contractors and Construction

Track 3: Supply and Supply Chain

Track 4: Developer Topics

Track 5: Advanced Topics and Case Studies

Event Update

Kengo Kuma Will Keynote

Attendees will have a rare opportunity to hear from this esteemed, globally-significant architect. LEARN ABOUT KENGO

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Schedule

Conference Schedule

Monday, March 30, 2026

1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Exhibitor Set Up

Exhibit Halls C, D, E
Exhibits
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Tuesday, March 31, 2026

6:00 AM – 8:15 AM

Coco Donuts (gourmet and handmade in Portland) and hot coffee & tea served before departure, courtesy of Henkel.

The mass timber building tours are a pre-conference event and must be purchased separately from any attendee passes for $350 each. Only available to those who purchase a Full or 1-Day pass to the conference. All of the tours happen simultaneously, so you must choose only one. Purchase a tour ticket on pg. 4 of the registration form.

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7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Mass Timber Tours

Portland and Surrounding Areas
General

Mass Timber Building, Manufacturing, and Forestry Tours

The highly anticipated mass timber building and facility tours promise outstanding buildings, mass timber manufacturing, and plenty of networking with global professionals on this consistently sold out event.

The tours are an extra fee and must be purchased separately from any attendee passes. Only available to those who purchase a Full or 1-Day pass to the conference. All of the tours happen simultaneously, so you can attend only one. Purchase a tour ticket on pg. 4 of the registration form.

Cost: $350 per tour

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8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Exhibitor Set Up

Exhibit Halls C, D, E
Exhibits

Coffee/tea and Blue Star Donuts served to exhibitors (while supplies last), beginning at 8:30 AM.

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8:00 AM – 12:30 PM

NOTE: This is an OPTIONAL event and must be purchased separately from any attendee passes. Only available to those who purchase a Full or 1-Day pass to the conference. Purchase a workshop ticket on pg. 4 of the registration form.

Cost:

  • Federal government employees = FREE
  • Academia, state government, or nonprofits = $25
  • All others = $100

Coffee/tea, and snacks, provided.

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9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
2.75 HSW/LU credits

NOTE: This is an OPTIONAL event and must be purchased separately from any attendee passes. Only available to those who purchase a Full or 1-Day pass to the conference. Purchase a workshop ticket on pg. 4 of the registration form.

Cost: $175

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2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

The Boardroom: From Pitch to Capital

Oregon Ballroom 204
General

A bold new keynote at the 2026 International Mass Timber Conference — where real mass timber deals take center stage.

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4:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Welcome Reception

Exhibit Halls C, D, E
Exhibits

Take advantage of this powerful evening to network with mass timber experts from around the world before the hustle and bustle of the main event.

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4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
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4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
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6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Mass Timber Mingle

Metropolitan Tavern, Hotel Eastlund
General
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Wednesday, April 1, 2026

6:45 AM – 7:45 AM

Breakfast

Exhibit Halls A1, B
Food
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8:00 AM – 9:15 AM

Keynote Presentation | Kengo Kuma

Portland Ballrooms (Level 2, South Side)
General

Renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma joins us at the International Mass Timber Conference for the first time. Kengo was named by Time Magazine in 2021 as the world’s most influential architect.

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9:15 AM – 10:30 AM

Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall

Exhibit Halls C, D, E
Exhibits

Meet attendees in the 200+ booth exhibit hall and enjoy connections with leading mass timber companies and experts, free coffee & tea, and lots of interactive, engaging content.

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9:15 AM – 6:00 PM
9:15 AM – 6:00 PM
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9:15 AM – 6:00 PM
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10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
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10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Advanced Topics

Rooms C123–124
Track 5
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12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Lunch

Exhibit Halls A1, A, B (Dining)
Food
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1:15 PM – 2:45 PM
1:15 PM – 2:45 PM
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1:15 PM – 2:45 PM
1:15 PM – 2:45 PM
1:15 PM – 2:45 PM

Advanced Topics

Rooms C123–124
Track 5
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2:45 PM – 6:00 PM

Happy Hour Reception

Exhibit Halls C, D, E
Exhibits

This well-attended evening event allows you to network with mass timber experts from around the world, right after the day’s presentations and before dinner (on your own).

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Thursday, April 2, 2026

6:45 AM – 7:45 AM

Breakfast

Exhibit Halls A1, B
Food
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8:00 AM – 9:15 AM

Keynote Presentation

Portland Ballrooms (Level 2, South Side)
General

Grab a complimentary coffee and head to the main stage for insightful discussion on the future of mass timber.

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9:15 AM – 10:30 AM

Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall

Exhibit Halls C, D, E
Exhibits

Meet attendees in the 200+ booth exhibit hall and enjoy connections with leading mass timber companies and experts, free coffee & tea, and lots of interactive, engaging content.

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9:15 AM – 3:00 PM
9:15 AM – 3:00 PM
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9:15 AM – 3:00 PM
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10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Emerging Building Types & Markets 2

Oregon Ballroom 204
Track 1
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10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Supply Chain Resilience

Oregon Ballroom 203
Track 2
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10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Hybrid Construction

Oregon Ballroom 202
Track 3
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10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Case Studies

Rooms C123–124
Track 5
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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Lunch

Exhibit Halls A1, A, B (Dining)
Food
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1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall

Exhibit Halls C, D, E
Exhibits

Meet attendees in the 200+ booth exhibit hall and enjoy connections with leading mass timber companies and experts, free coffee & tea, and lots of interactive, engaging content.

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1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Women in Timber Power Hour

Pre-Function A (Atrium)
General

The immensely popular Women in Timber networking event returns to the International Mass Timber Conference for its fourth year in 2026.

  • PLATINUM SPONSOR | Kinsol Timber Systems
  • GOLD SPONSOR | Skanska
  • SILVER SPONSORS | WoodWorks, Simpson Strong Tie, Torzo Surfaces, Girls Garage
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2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Case Studies

Rooms C123–124
Track 5
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3:00 PM

Thank you and see you next year!

2027 International Mass Timber Conference
March 16–18, 2027
Oregon Convention Center
Portland, Oregon | USA

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3:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Exhibitor Move Out

Exhibit Halls C, D, E
General

Exhibitors: Exhibit space must be completely cleaned and exhibits cleared from the Convention Center by 10:00 PM Pacific.

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