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Brian Saunders

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Brian Saunders

Brian Saunders was born and raised in a small town in Connecticut. After graduating from the University of Connecticut in 2019, he made his way back to Oregon where he has been visiting for over 10 years. In his free time, Brian enjoys cooking, hiking and riding his bike.

20x21 Mural in downtown Eugene by Ben Schorzman

Three Days of Experiences

By Brian Saunders on Feb. 08, 2024

There are endless experiences to be had in the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region of Oregon. In the…

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Buffet Dining at Venue 252 Courtesy of Turell Group

The Dish on Local Caterers

By Brian Saunders on Jan. 25, 2024

Looking for a caterer for your next meeting in the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region of Oregon? We've…

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Lane Events Center Entrance

Lane Events Center

By Brian Saunders on Jan. 08, 2024

The Lane Events Center features a variety of event spaces from small to large. These spaces can be…

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Volunteering in Kitchen

Consider a CSR Initiative

By Brian Saunders on Oct. 27, 2023

Adding Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives to events has become increasingly popular…

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Driftwood Shores

Meet and Explore in Florence

By Brian Saunders on Sep. 28, 2023

Imagine a beautiful coastal town that has meeting venues with ocean views, an assortment of boutique…

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Graduate Eugene Hotel Lobby

Graduate Eugene Hotel

By Brian Saunders on Sep. 21, 2023

Graduate Eugene is the largest conference hotel in the Eugene-Springfield metro area. With 275 guest…

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University of Oregon Sign

Meeting Spaces at University of Oregon

By Brian Saunders on Jul. 11, 2023

Whether your group needs a boardroom, an auditorium or an arena, the University of Oregon (UO) has a…

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Juanita Metzler - Senior Director of Conventions

Metzler Receives Awards and Credentials

By Brian Saunders on Jun. 09, 2023

Juanita Metzler, Senior Director, Conventions at Travel Lane County has been securing meetings and…

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Historic Mims House

Inclusive Meeting Destination

By Brian Saunders on Apr. 27, 2023

The Eugene, Cascades, and Coast region of Oregon strives to be an inclusive and welcoming…

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Historic Old Town Florence

Memorable Coastal Meetings

By Brian Saunders on Feb. 01, 2023

Florence, Oregon has it all. From a 21,000-square-foot events center to conference space with ocean…

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