ROAD TRIP 2024!

Harbor Summit at Sunriver.

July 25th - July 28th

Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, OR

    Welcome Valued Harbor Partner!

    Welcome to Sunriver Resort, where extraordinary moments and cherished memories await you and your family. We are delighted to have you join us for a remarkable weekend filled with enlightening seminars, great food and drink, and captivating specialty events. Prepare to indulge in a blend of relaxation, education, and pure enjoyment. Our dedicated team is committed to ensuring that each moment of your stay is infused with joy, laughter, and fun. Embrace the opportunity to unwind, expand your horizons, and revel in the anticipation of an incredible weekend that will leave you inspired and thoroughly delighted. Let the adventure commence!

    Best Regards,

    Rick Jensen - President
    Harbor Wholesale

    Family Fun!

    From the time you arrive at Sunriver Resort we have planned many ways to make fun memories for the whole family!

    Golf - Meadows Course - One of Oregon's most unique golf courses, was designed by John Fought. Meadows features tremendous variety within its 18 holes, seven of which border the meandering Sunriver. Fought's design and dramatic use of directional and fore-bunkers serve up ample challenges for golfers of all skill levels. Max of 40 participants.

    Deschutes River Self-Guided Float - This relaxed and easy float is a blast for your group. Enjoy the gorgeous scenery on the scenic Deschutes River in a raft! Bring a cooler filled with drinks and snacks to enjoy during your adventure. Duration: 2-3 hours, Max of 140 participants.

    Brews & Cruise - Enjoy a cruiser bike ride as your guide tours you around Sunriver, while we take you to some of our most iconic sights around the resort. Stop along the way to enjoy some of Central Oregon’s best craft brews. N/A beverages available as well!

    MEETING LOCATION /DURATION
    Meet at the bike barn, 1.5 - 2 hours long.

    FAQ’S
    Bikes provided
    You will be fitted to a cruiser or Hybrid, e-bike available at an additional charge
    Helmets are provided
    Bike bags are available

    OUTRIDERS NORTHWEST - ATV TOURS - Explore the Lava Lands of Central Oregon in your own off-road Polaris RZR. This is an amazing tour with great driving trails, highlights and volcano landscapes to enjoy by all ages! Let the Outriders Northwest professional guides lead you on an experience of a lifetime. Take the wheel and conquer the ever-changing terrain or sit back and enjoy the exhilarating ride. Outriders' will show you the way through the true back country of Central Oregon. Drive through winding roads and spectacular lava flows. Head up and experience advanced trails to spot the wildlife and landscape of the lava flows with spectacular geologic features.

    Meet the Team

    Justin Erickson - Owner, CEO Harbor Foods

    Justin is the 4th generation owner and CEO of Harbor Foods, parent company of Harbor Wholesale, Harbor Foodservice and Northlink Logistics. Justin started with Harbor as a teen working for his father Mike Erickson, third generation owner, and later became CEO when Mike decided to hand over the business.

    Justin’s favorite part of the Summit? “Getting to know our customers and their families. We all work hard in our businesses each day and the Summit is a great reminder that we’re all in this together, retailers, suppliers and Harbor. We’re all about family and community, and the Summit allows us to build relationships that have lasted generations.”

    An entire crew of Harbor Team Members will be on-hand and available to answer your questions, take care of any requests or just chat and get to know each other. Just look for one of these smiling faces.

    Alec Bushaw
    Regional Sales Manager

    Ashley Holmes
    Foodservice Sales Manager

    Bryce Schneider
    Vice President of Sales

    Carli Rhoden
    Executive Assistant - Harbor Foods

    Chelsea Garrow
    Brands Manager

    Cris Bade
    Vice President of Operations

    David Pilon
    Director of Sales

    Derek Bugge
    Corporate Chef, Harbor Foodservice

    Dirk Weiler
    Regional Sales Manager

    Doug Ramos
    Sales Manager

    Dylan Eng
    Director of Sales

    Erika Cottrell
    Chief Marketing Officer

    Esther Wilson
    Store Solutions Program Manager

    Heather Jorgensen
    Vice President of Human Resources

    Heidi Davidson
    Regional Sales Manager

    Jeremy Crandall
    Beverage Foodservice Program Manager

    Jillian Boydston
    Category Manager

    Jim Winkle
    Chief Financial Officer

    Joe Blumenzweig
    Events and Experiences Director

    Kevin Pribilsky
    President Harbor Foodservice

    Lisa Johnson
    Foodservice Program Manager

    Mark Fenton
    Foodservice Sales Developer

    Matt Pacheco
    Vice President of Finance

    Melissa Harbeck
    Marketing Manager

    Michelle McClure
    Senior Director – Supply Chain Strategic Initiatives

    Neil Harmon
    Director of Sales - Roseburg Distribution Center

    Nichole Dain
    Foodservice Business Advisor

    Noel Chavez
    President - Modesto Distribution Center

    Rebecca Priest
    Executive Assistant Harbor Wholesale

    Rick jensen
    President Harbor Wholesale

    Ryan Stamatz
    Foodservice Category Manager

    Scott Ingrum
    Regional Sales Manager

    Tom Kennedy
    Director of Merchandising

    Day 1: "Starting the Journey"

    Thursday, July 25, 2024 WHAT'S HAPPENING LOCATION
    4:00 6:00 Check-in starts (details of weekend in room) Sunriver Lodge
    6:00 8:00 Casual Welcome Dinner Mt. Bachelor Lawn
    8:00 12:00 Hospitality Suite - Snacks + Fire Pits Heritage

    Day 2: “Let’s hit the Road!”

    Friday, July 26, 2023 WHAT'S HAPPENING LOCATION
    6:30 7:30 Wake-up Yoga Great Hall - Landmark
    8:00 8:30 Breakfast Great Hall - Foyer
    8:30 9:30 Welcome! Road Trip to Success - Justin & Rick Great Hall
    9:30 12:00 Vendor Connections – Fuel up on Deals Homestead
    12:00 1:00 Lunch & Connect with Tablemates Great Hall - Foyer
    1:00 1:30 Fresh Food Fast Lane: Deli & Foodservice Ideas – Chef Derek Cooking on stage Great Hall
    1:30 2:30 Speaker: 5 Things to Know on Your Journey to Success – Justin Su’a Great Hall
    2:30 3:00 Q&A with Justin Su’a Great Hall
    3:00 6:30 Time to Enjoy the Resort
    6:30 7:00 Cocktails + Apps Besson Commons
    7:00 10:00 Dinner + Smores Besson Commons
    10:00 12:00 Hospitality Suite - Snacks + Fire Pits Besson Commons

    Day 3: “Cruising to Success!”

    Saturday, July 27, 2023 WHAT'S HAPPENING LOCATION
    8:30 9:00 Breakfast Great Hall - Foyer
    9:00 10:00 Tech Road Tools: A.I. & Digital Media Workshop Great Hall
    10:00 11:00 Culture & Service with a Smile: – Dutch Bros Great Hall
    11:00 11:30 Customer Awards + Prizes Great Hall
    11:30 12:30 Boxed Lunch to Go Great Hall - Foyer
    12:30 6:30 Activities + time on your own
    6:30 7:00 Cocktails + Appetizers Mount Bachelor Lawn
    7:00 10:00 Dinner + Live Music Mount Bachelor Lawn
    10:00 12:00 Hospitality Suite - Snacks + Fire Pits Heritage

    Day 4: “Thank you & Safe Travels!”

    Sunday, July 28, 2024 WHAT'S HAPPENING LOCATION
    11:00 Check-out Sunriver Lodge

    Speakers & Presenters

    Rachel LaHorgue - VP of Supply Chain - Dutch Bros

    Rachel LaHorgue currently leads the Dutch Bros Supply Chain Team as the VP of Supply Chain. Her career with Dutch Bros started 15+ years ago as Broista in Redding, CA. Through her journey at Dutch Bros she’s had the opportunity to be Regional Manager for the Redding Franchise and grow with the Operations Team at their HQ as the company scaled from 97 shops to 900+. Dutch Bros was founded in Grants Pass, OR in 1992 by Dane and Travis Boersma with a simple push cart and pop up tent. As the company has grown they are still anchored by their core values of speed, quality and service and a grounding principle that they sell coffee but they’re in the relationship business.

    Justin Su'a - Founder of the Performance Advisory Group

    Justin Su'a works with head coaches, executives, and athletes from various professional sports organizations, specializing in individual and organizational performance systems. He is a host of the Diggin' Deep and Increase Your Impact Podcasts. Justin is the author of two books, "Parent Pep Talks" and "Mentally Tough Teens," and has been featured in ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Forbes, and CNBC.

    Justin has worked with numerous elite professional teams including the Tampa Bay Rays, Toronto Maple Leafs, Houston Texans, Golden State Warriors, United States Special Operations, Google, and he was on staff for the 2018 World Series Champions Boston Red Sox.

    Melissa Harbeck - Marketing Manager - Harbor Foods

    Melissa Harbeck, Harbor Foods’ Marketing Manager, leads the company’s digital marketing initiatives. Since joining Harbor in 2016, she has risen from Marketing Coordinator to her current role, where she has been instrumental in developing the company’s multifaceted social media presence. Her exceptional work in managing Harbor’s three corporate and six consumer-facing brand social media accounts earned her recognition as a 2023 Future Leader in Convenience.

    In this workshop, Melissa will share her expertise on Digital Marketing and AI best practices. Attendees will gain practical, actionable strategies they can immediately implement to enhance their store’s digital presence and marketing efforts.

    Derek Bugge - Corporate Chef - Harbor Foodservice

    Derek Bugge, a Seattle native and graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, has made a significant impact in the culinary world. He served as the Executive Chef of 2120, part of the 99 Park Group, and held the position of Executive Sous Chef at Ascend in Bellevue. Bugge’s talents extend beyond the kitchen, as he is the author of the award-winning cookbook “Charred & Smoked.” His expertise has also been showcased through multiple appearances on the Food Network, further solidifying his reputation in the culinary industry.

    Sunriver Specialty Locations

    1 - Sunriver Lodge & Meadows Pro Shop

    2 - Great Hall Conference Center (Location for meetings)

    3 - Homestead (Location for meetings)

    4 - Bike Barn Rentals

    5 - The Cove Aquatic Center

    6 - Sage Springs Club & Spa


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    Vendor Connections

    An invaluable opportunity for 1:1 networking with our Top Vendors.

    See what’s new and on trend | Find special deals on your favorite items | Lean more about Harbor’s exclusive Real Fresh Brands.

    Foster Farms

    Ajinomoto

    Brakebush

    Bon Appetit

    Ruiz Foods

    Kellanova

    R3 Distribution

    Tillamook Country Smoker

    Tyson

    Darigold

    Mondelez

    Old Trapper

    Haribo

    Perfetti Van Melle

    American Licorice

    The Hershey Company

    Ferrero

    Jack Links

    Hostess Brands

    General Mills

    Mars Wrigley

    Campbell Snacks

    Nestle Professional

    Oberto

    Ferrara Candy Company

    Frazil

    Bic

    Harbor Plus

    Harbor IT

    Store Solutions/Go With It

    Watertown

    Splitshift

    Mountain Fresh

    Scratch Chicken

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