The 2026 Connectivity Summit: Building Community Collaboration

The Production Alliance, in partnership with Jefferson County, will host the Connectivity Summit – a free multi-day gathering designed to spark conversation, strengthen relationships, and imagine a thriving, connected future together. This event is open to the public and will take place on March 27, 28, and 29 at Fort Worden State Park and Jefferson County Fairgrounds, with more details to come.

Jefferson County leaders look to the Connectivity Summit as a celebration of community in the wake of recent budget challenges, offering an opportunity for community members to reconnect, listen, and collaborate on what comes next for Jefferson County. Jefferson County District 1 Commissioner Heather Dudley-Nollette supports the event, saying, “This summit is about bringing our community together and allowing them to share their voices in a meaningful way by creating space for shared learning and thoughtful conversation about how we can shape our future together.”

The Summit brings together schools, businesses, community organizations, government agencies, and residents for an immersive weekend. Through workshops, conversations, performances, shared meals, and hands-on experiences, participants will explore pressing topics, exchange ideas, and build meaningful networks across sectors and generations.

“It’s rare to have this many people in the same room sharing the intention to connect and collaborate. I hope people leave feeling joyful, hopeful, and like they know the next step to create change,” said Reilly Berkshire, Event Coordinator for The Production Alliance. “We have a great team of community partners that are energized to do this work. Things are coming together at the right time in unexpected ways, which is what this event is all about.”

The Connectivity Summit is part of The Production Alliance’s ongoing efforts to build community through celebration. The local non-profit is excited to partner with Jefferson County to build a robust program that features a wide range of engagement opportunities.

Local organizations, including businesses, non-profits, and government agencies, are encouraged to register for the event on The Production Alliance website: theproductionalliance.org/connectivity. By registering, organizations will be featured in the program directory as a community resource. In addition, organizations can propose an activity or workshop to be included in the program. More information can be found at connectivitysummit.net.

REGISTRATION OPEN — All area non-profits, government agencies and local

businesses are encouraged to register! It’s FREE TO PARTICIPATE!