Join NAMA in Minneapolis to take your career to the next level and celebrate NAMA leadership, September 25 – 26.

The Fall Conference is NAMA’s newest signature event, and we want you to be a part of the action. Looking for fresh ideas to increase your professionalism? Want to fine-tune your critical leadership skills? The Fall Conference is the place for you!

Here’s what’s in store …

Insightful Keynote Speaker. Steve Schussler, founder of Rainforest Café, is living proof that setting your goals high and staying focused pays off! He’ll share his secrets to success.

Next Level Breakout Sessions. Created especially for agri-marketers ready to move up the career ladder and acquire game-changing professional development skills.

Classic NAMA Networking. Rub shoulders with NAMA leadership and expand your circle of influential agri-marketing professionals.

We’re packing as much learning, networking and good times into the Fall Conference as possible.

“Celebrating Leadership” will be a prominent theme throughout the Fall Conference. Join us to hone your leadership skills through innovative sessions and learn how NAMA can help you succeed in your career and at your organization. You’re also invited to a momentous celebration of NAMA leaders throughout the generations.

Join the North Central NAMA Chapter  on a tour showcasing unique aspects of Minnesota agriculture and agribusiness. Snacks, drinks and networking are all on the agenda for Monday afternoon. End the day at a Twin Cities brewery! (optional) Note:  There has been a time change in the start time for this tour.  Buses leave the hotel at 12:30 p.m.

To register for the 2012 Fall Conference, visit http://www.nama.org/ConferenceRegistration/Default.aspx?confid=49.

For more information on the Fall Conference and hotel, visit http://www.nama.org/fall/index.htm.

Sponsorships are now available for the Fall Conference. If you are interested in sponsoring a session, please contact Jenny Pickett at [email protected] or call 913-491-6500.

The 2012 Fall Conference, September 25 – 26, Minneapolis, MN, line up is falling into place.  Register today to take advantage of early bird rates!

Schedule At A Glance
 

Monday, September 24

1:00 – 6 p.m. –  North Central Ag Tour (Optional)

Tuesday, September 25

2:00 – 3:30 p.m. – Welcome & Opening General Session:
Steven Schussler – founder of Rainforest Cafe

Steven Schussler  is a master at multi-tasking as the World’s Premiere Branding Expert, Consultant, Entrepreneur, Restaurateur and creator of Rainforest Cafe®, Teacher, Motivational Speaker and National Best-selling Author of “It’s A Jungle In There, Inspiring Lessons, Hard-won Insights and Other Acts of Entrepreneurial Daring”.

He has received more than 40 awards in six years including: Fortune Magazine’s Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S.A.; Entrepreneur Magazine’s Top 100 entrepreneurs in the country; Nation’s Restaurant News’ Hot Concept Award, Orlando Magazine’s Best Theme Restaurant; the National Retail Federation’s National Retailer of the Year; and Chicago Tribune’s Best Restaurant for Kids.  Additionally, giving back to the community is also one of Schussler’s passions and 100% of the author’s book profits are donated to Smile Network International.

3:30 – 4:00 p.m. –  Break

4:00 – 5:00 p.m. –  Breakout Sessions (choose between one of three)

• Mergers Acquisitions & Partnerships

• Generations Interacting in the Workforce

• Bringing Your Clients Brand Forward

5:30 – 7:30 p.m. – Welcome Reception at Seven Restaurant – sponsored by Broadhead

Mingle with friends and enjoy some great networking.  Look forward to fantastic food in a cool relaxing atmosphere.

Wednesday, September 26

8:00 a.m. –  Continental Breakfast

8:00 – 9:00 a.m. –  Bonus Session:  Manners & Etiquette

9:00 – 10:30 a.m.  Managing Up: Managing Sideways – Sheila Campbell, Wild Blue Yonder

Professional Development Awards of  Excellence Presentation
Each year, NAMA honors members with hands-on responsibility in marketing communications, public relations, product/species management and sales.  Awards will be given in each of these areas and the recipients will share their thoughts on the challenges and opportunities in agri-marketing.

10:30 – 11:00 a.m. – Break

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon – Breakout Sessions (choose one of three)

• Crisis Management:  Leading Your Team

• Presentation Skills

• Managing the Different Generations

12:00 Noon – 1:00 p.m. – Luncheon

1:30 – 3:00 p.m. – Closing General Session

Register Today!

To register for the 2012 Fall Conference, visit http://www.nama.org/ConferenceRegistration/Default.aspx?confid=49.

Sponsorships are now available for the Fall Conference. If you are interested in sponsoring a session, please contact Jenny Pickett at [email protected] or call 913-491-6500.

Mark your calendars for September 25 – 26, Minneapolis, Minnesota –  Graves 601 Hotel.  If you can’t get enough of the Agri-Marketing Conference, then we’ve got great news for you.  NAMA is launching an all-new Fall Conference inspired by everything members love about conference:

• Killer keynoters
• Practical breakouts
• Ample leadership development opportunities
• Ag Tour sponsored by North Central Chapter
• Unequalled networking
• And, of course, good times!

Sessions and speakers to be announced soon, but add this event to your calendar today!

Special Note – This meeting replaces the “Trends” meeting typically held in November.