BUSINESS EVENTS
NOV/DEC
2021 CALENDAR
Fargo Events
NOVEMBER 23 Negotiate Like You Mean It
Tuesday, November 23 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Small negotiations are woven through the fabric of our lives, personally and professionally. Negotiations require listening to others carefully, and observing their actions and reactions. Understanding which issues are the most important to your client or colleague is critical in developing a solution that is acceptable to both parties. With a clear understanding of the other person’s desires, you can partner to develop a solution that builds trust and lasting relationships. Avalon Events Center and livestream 2525 Ninth Avenue South, Fargo ND 56103
NOVEMBER 19 Networking Before 9
Friday, November 19 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Join this newly formatted Networking Before 9 event! There will be set up speed networking Zoom rooms where you’ll be able to have short conversations with each person to ensure you’re able to meet and network with each person that joins. Make sure to bring a friend along!
DECEMBER 2 Holiday Business After Hours
Thursday, December 2 from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Deck the halls and get holly and jolly at the Chamber’s biggest networking event of the year! December's Business After Hours is one you don't want to miss! Attendees, connect with your peers and a range of exhibitors for a chance to win prizes and learn more about the Chamber’s business community. Join in for a great time over apps, networking and fun -- you might even spot Santa or some carolers! Delta by Marriott 1635 42nd Street South, Fargo Fargo ND 58103
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NOVEMBER 2021
DECEMBER 7
DECEMBER 8
Eggs & Issues: Necessity of Water Infrastructure - A Dive into scarcity and protection
Maximizing Greatness: Using Psychological Safety to Drive Team Performance
The Red River Valley Water Supply Project is the region's emergency water supply for over 50% of North Dakotans. A 1930s style drought will cause an extreme water shortage, leading to a $32 billion impact over 10 years.
Research clearly shows that teams and organizations with higher levels of psychological safety perform better on almost any metric or KPI than those with low psychological safety. In fact, for most teams, psychological safety is the number one variable contributing to performance.
Tuesday, December 7 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.
The Diversion is the permanent flood protection solution our community needs, protecting more than 235,000 people from catastrophic flooding. This project will protect North Dakota’s economic epicenter and preserve $5.4 billion in wages and more than $3.5 billion in taxable sales. Join the Chamber as they dive into the importance of water supply and diversion.
Courtyard by Marriott 1080 28th Avenue South, Moorhead MN 56560
Wednesday, December 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Psychological safety might sound a bit fluffy, but it isn’t about putting bubble wrap around people or lowering expectations. It’s quite the opposite. Psychological safety is about creating a space where people speak up, take intelligent risks, and focus their energy on what drives success. Participants will learn the 4 Domains of Psychological Safety and how teams can leverage Psychological Safety to…