MIDWES
The Upper Midwest is not only the place we all call home, it is a national and global powerhouse in many areas, including our economic impact, agriculture, technology and energy. The Midwest Summit series is an impactful way we can combine our efforts and convene our industry leaders and policymakers to discuss topics that are pressing to us, address challenges, share ideas, create solutions, and strengthen our collective voice on a national level. What we have been able to accomplish together has been incredible, and with communities and organizations from across the entire region continuing to collaborate and come together, our influence and impact is limitless.
SHANNON FULL • President & CEO, FMWF Chamber
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A LOCAL, REGIONAL AND NATIONAL IMPACT
SUMMITS MAKING
MIDWEST
A few highlights from recent summits
BRINGING TOP BUSINESSES AND LEADERS TOGETHER IN OUR REGION
CHRIS CLARK
• President, Xcel Energy - MN ND & SD
JEFF CRAWFORD
• Systems Engineer Specialist, Palo Alto Networks
BRIAN INGULSRUD
• Vice President, American Crystal Sugar Company
TIFFANY LAWRENCE
BRUCE NUSTAD
SHAWN RILEY
President & CEO, Sanford Health Fargo
President, Minnesota Retailers Association
Chief Information Officer, State of North Dakota
AL RUDECK • President, ALLETE Clean Energy
CONVENING LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL POLICYMAKERS FOR IMPERATIVE CONVERSATIONS ON PRESSING TOPICS.
ROBERT BONNIE
• Under Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture
KRISTIE FIEGEN • Public Utilities Commissioner, State of South Dakota
STEVE GROVE
• Commissioner, MN Dept. of Employment & Econ. Dev.
NEEL KASHKARI
• President & CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of MPLS
U.S. Senator AMY KLOBUCHAR
U.S. Senator JOHN HOEVEN
U.S. Representative MICHELLE FISCHBACH
The reach and impact of this event series is heightened by regional and national media coverage and marketing, as well as by dozens of co-hosting organizations that are spreading the message in communities across our entire region.
“We need to adjust,” Kashkari told the FMWF Chamber of Commerce’s Midwest Economic Outlook Summit, because inflation is not proving as temporary as he had thought it would be. “The data just keeps coming in in that direction, and we just have to respond.”
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BROADCASTING THESE DISCUSSIONS THROUGHOUT OUR REGION & BEYOND BUSINESS THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2022 A7 DOWJONES 32,812.5 +416.33 CRUDEOIL 90.920 –3.50 EURO 1.017 flat GOLD 1,782.1 –7.60 NASDAQ 12,668.2 +319.40 30-YRT-BOND 2.961 –0.02 STOCK(TICKER) CLOSE CHG% VOL MOSTACTIVE STOCK(TICKER) CLOSE CHG% VOL GAINERS Lowe’sCompa 195.42 +3.97 ManpowerGrou 234,851 Mastercard (MA) 354.13 +1.47 Medtronic 93.77 +0.60 Merck&Co.,(MRK) MicrosoftCo 282.47 +2.78 Netflix,Inc NokiaOyj OtterTail (OTTR) 75.30 -3.91 PfizerInc. 49.86 +0.34 (PAA) LOCALSTOCKS USSTOCKS 50,000lbs. cent/lb. 40,000lbs. cent/lb. May 602 611½ 599½ 608¾ 2.50 May — — — 561.80-33.10 Yest.sales:362;Openinterest:1,689 Sep 434.20 437.60 426.10 431.40 -2.80 Dec 402.20 407.60 395½ 398.10 -5.00 Mar 396.30 399.90 389.10 391.70 -5.40 Yest.sales:245;Openinterest:1,061 Sep 181.23 183.23 180.93 182.90 1.45 Nov 185.80 187.88 185.80 187.60 1.53 Yest.sales:1,576;Openinterest:6,381 Oct 142.53 144.13 142.43 143.95 1.83 Apr 155.98 157 155.93 156.98 1.10 Yest.sales:12,441;Openinterest:22,410 Aug 120.85 121.70 120.55 121 1.15 Dec 87.85 88.40 87.03 87.40 -0.35 Apr 93.70 93.90 92.78 93.23 -0.53 May 97.30 97.30 96.30 96.88 -0.35 AdobeInc. 424.54 +3.56 AgilentTech Amazon.com, (AMZN) 139.52 +4.00 AmericanExp AppleInc. 166.13 +3.82 (ADM) AutoZone,In 2,148.03 -0.27 BestBuyCo. BPp.l.c.(BP) 29.69 +1.12 Casey’sGene 206.72 +1.44 Caterpillar (CAT) AdvancedMic FordMotor (F) 15.69 +3.50 92.4 Amazon.com, 139.52 +4.00 69.7 (UBER) PayPalHoldi 97.92 +9.25 53.2 AMCEntertai (ABEV) NVIDIACorpo RobinhoodMa 10.31 +11.70 37.3 (SWN) AMTDDigital(HKD) 1,100.00 -34.48 116,322 HorizonTher 66.96 -18.47 20.9 MatchGroup, MercurySyst (SWX) BrightHoriz AlnylamPhar Avastplc(AVASF) 8.25 +47.85 25,379 CoinbaseGlo 80.81 +20.20 24.7 Alteryx,Inc(AYX) 2-yearT-note 3.0692 -0.32 2.87 5.46 1584.52 5-yearT-note 2.8294 -1.07 -0.24 -2.97 319.48 10-yearT-note 2.706 -1.26 -2.83 -7.70 129.24 30-yearT-Bond 2.952 -1.08 -3.80 -6.61 60.98 Heating 3.41 +0.03 35,220 ‘WE ARE IN A FIGHT EVERY SINGLE DAY’ EXPERTS, PROFESSIONALS FROM A RANGE OF INDUSTRIES SPEAK ON CYBERSECURITY The Forum Fargo E xperts and professionals from a broad range of industries gathered Tuesday morning, Aug. 2, at the Delta by Marriott in Fargo for the Midwest Cybersecurity and Technology Summit. The No. takeaway from the event, which was put on by the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce, was that nearly every business in the modern world is at risk of a cyber attack. That point was driven home by several speakers and panelists who offered their perspective on cybersecurity and how it pertained to fields like agriculture, energy, health care and the military. While the morning’s discussion took on a foreboding tone with regard to the dangers of cyberattacks, the weakest link will be your employees,” he said. “They will click on things. They will do the wrong things. You want to embrace the idea that cybersecurity (attacks) can happen to any company at any time.” A growing danger Both Jeff Crawford and Blake Griffin, the two keynote speakers who followed Wynne, agreed that cyberattackers have more options than ever before. Crawford, a systems engineer specialist for Palo Alto Networks, said the attack surface “has grown infinitely” thanks to the evergrowing number of network devices that businesses use. Griffin, president of Fargobased Communication Network Engineering, added that cyberattacks cost businesses an average of $200,000. Citing data from inconvenience and high cost. Justin Otto, director of sales for Arctic Wolf, expanded on the difficulties small businesses face when it comes to cybersecurity. “To stay on top of all of the latest tools, tactics and procedures that the adversary groups are using, it’s a huge and daunting task for companies that can’t afford multiple, 24/7 security engineers to monitor their network,” he said. Still, he said that any business can take steps to improve their cybersecurity. “You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great,” Otto said. “Cybersecurity is a journey, it’s not a destination,” he later continued. “Wherever you’re at, there are things that you can do to improve.” International affair North Dakota’s chief information officer who moderated the discussions, added to Sly’s point later in the morning. Riley said that North Korean attackers were found to be hiding in the network of one of North Dakota’s school districts. The attack was squashed before it advanced further, Riley said. However, the reason the North Korean attackers lingered in the school’s network was to try and subsequently access the National Guard’s network of nuclear weapons. Dan Inman, chief information security officer for the Minnkota Power Cooperative, said that foreign actors have also targeted the nation’s energy systems. He asked the audience to imagine a scenario where an attacker caused North David Samson The Forum and many more... and many more...
Becoming a co-host of the Midwest Summits offers many benefits to you and your community and is ideal for a variety of organization types, including: Associations, chambers of commerce, and other related organizations.
For an investment of $500, your organization will not only become a formal co-host of the select summit, but will be able to host an official watch party and make this event your own, in your own community. Your organization will then have the opportunity to generate your own sponsors, ticket sales, and local discussions for your watch party.
“We value the opportunity to partner with the FMWF Chamber to bring this important information to our members. Not only do our members receive relevant information, but it makes us look good!”
KELSEY DOOM • President & CEO, Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce
EXAMPLE SCENARIO:
Your organization invests $500 to host a watch party. .. -$500
You secure a $1,500 presenting sponsor, and two $500 sponsors for the watch party.
................. +$2,500
You sell 50 tickets, at $20 each. +$1,000
You invite a local keynote to close the event and address your attendees.
Net Revenue: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +$3,000
All co-hosts can help power this event and secure sponsors for any of the summits. For a new sponsor secured by you, the FMWF Chamber will provide a 40% commission to you for the first year. For every ensuing year that the sponsor re-commits to the summit, a 25% commission will be shared to your organization. To qualify for this revenue share, the sponsor must not already be a member of the FMWF Chamber. There is no cap on your revenue share earning potential.
YOUR EARNING POTENTIAL
PER SPONSOR LEVEL:
Presenting Sponsor: .... $4,000 per Gold Sponsor: ......... $2,000 per Silver Sponsor $1,000 per Corporate Sponsor: $320 per
This reflects the first year at 40%
Becoming a co-host of the event series has multiple benefits, and the FMWF Chamber will do the heavy lifting for you. All you have to do is spread the word and enjoy the revenue that is shared back to your organization for all in-person or livestream ticket sales that use your unique promo code. The FMWF Chamber will provide all marketing materials and guidelines to help you succeed.
YOU RECEIVE:
• One complimentary in-person ticket for the VIP reception and summit.
• $25 shared back to your organization for each ticket that is sold using your unique QR code. There is no cap on your revenue share earning potential.
• Free livestream link for internal team use only, not permitted for unofficial watch party use.
• Summit marketing and advertising materials for promotional use.
All co-hosts will have their logo displayed at the event, and on the registration and livestream pages.
REVENUE SHARE
HOST A WATCH PARTY
How your organization can become engaged in this series.
MIDWEST SUMMITS CO-HOST OPPORTUNITIES
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STANDARD CO-HOST
MIDWEST ENERGY SUMMIT
by Marriott & livestream
|| Delta
November 1, 2022 || 8 to 11 a.m.
The impact of the energy sector spans far beyond the light switch - it truly powers our entire world. With varying approaches to long-term energy production and sustainability, robust discussions are pivotal to reliability and accessibility. This event will be energized by dynamic speakers and panelists, including key lawmakers, economic experts and industry professionals, all with diverse perspectives on trending topics and the future of energy.
*This event will be cohosted by dozens of organizations and livestreamed to business leaders across the Upper Midwest.
Premier Sponsors $10,000
• Two reserved tables of 10 with prime seating plus unlimited livestream access within your company
• One reserved seat at the president’s table
• Invitations to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• “Presented by” acknowledgment at event
• 30-second business promotion video to be played at the event and on the livestream
• Logo displayed at venue throughout event
• Opportunity to set up a company booth display at venue
• Recognition in press release
• Company logo in The Bridge and on all marketing materials
• Hyperlinked company logo on electronic event invitation, registration page and livestream page
• One half-page ad in The Bridge to be used within six months from the date of event (upon request)
• Recognition on Chamber social media profiles
Gold Sponsor $5,000
• One reserved table of 10 with prime seating and livestream access for 10
• Two invitations to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• Recognition as Gold Sponsor at event
• Company logo in The Bridge
• Hyperlinked company logo on registration page and livestream page
Silver Sponsor $2,500
• One reserved table of 10 with prime seating or livestream access for 10
• One invitation to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• Recognition as Silver Sponsor at event
• Company logo in The Bridge
• Hyperlinked company logo on registration page and livestream page
Corporate Sponsor $800
• One reserved table of eight or livestream access for eight
• Recognition as Corporate Sponsor at event
• Company name in The Bridge
• Hyperlinked company name on registration page and livestream page
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The Midwest Economic Outlook Summit is an opportunity to learn about global economic trends and examine the local landscape and factors that keep us competitive. From workforce issues to regulation and the outlook for the future, speakers discuss the impact of the national and regional economy, as well as local trends.
*This event will be cohosted by dozens of organizations and livestreamed to business leaders across the Upper Midwest.
Premier Sponsors $10,000
• Two reserved tables of 10 with prime seating plus unlimited livestream access within your company
• One reserved seat at the president’s table
• Podium opportunity to welcome attendees
• Invitations to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• “Presented by” acknowledgment at event
• 30-second business promotion video to be played at the event and on the livestream
• Logo displayed at venue throughout event
• Opportunity to set up a company booth display at venue
• Recognition in press release
• Company logo in The Bridge and on all marketing materials
• Hyperlinked company logo on electronic event invitation, registration page and livestream page
• One half-page ad in The Bridge to be used within six months from the date of event (upon request)
• Recognition on Chamber social media profiles
Gold Sponsor $5,000
• One reserved table of 10 with prime seating and livestream access for 10
• Two invitations to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• Recognition as Gold Sponsor at event
• Company logo in The Bridge and on select marketing materials
• Hyperlinked company logo on registration page
Silver Sponsor $2,500
• One reserved table of 10 with prime seating or livestream access for 10
• One invitation to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• Recognition as Executive Sponsor at event and on select marketing materials
• Company logo in The Bridge
• Hyperlinked company logo on registration page
Corporate Sponsor $800
• One reserved table of eight or livestream access for eight
• Recognition as Corporate Sponsor at event
• Company name in The Bridge
• Hyperlinked company name on registration page
February 8, 2023 || 8 to 11 a.m. || Delta by Marriott & livestream
MIDWEST
OUTLOOK
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ECONOMIC
SUMMIT
The Midwest Agriculture Summit will take an in-depth look at key industry facets across multiple states to explore and discuss innovation, leading technologies, regulations, equipment development, trends and challenges, the ag economy and much more.
*This event will be cohosted by dozens of organizations and livestreamed to business leaders across the Upper Midwest.
Delta by Marriott & livestream
MIDWEST AGRICULTURE SUMMIT June 15, 2023
Premier Sponsors $10,000
• Two reserved tables of 10 with prime seating plus unlimited livestream access within your company
• One reserved seat at the president’s table
• Invitations to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• “Presented by” acknowledgment at event
• 30-second business promotion video to be played at the event and on the livestream
• Logo displayed at venue throughout event
• Opportunity to set up a company booth display at venue
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• Recognition in press release
• Company logo in The Bridge and on all marketing materials
• Hyperlinked company logo on electronic event invitation, registration page and livestream page
• One half-page ad in The Bridge to be used within six months from the date of event (upon request)
• Recognition on Chamber social media profiles
Gold Sponsor $5,000
• One reserved table of 10 with prime seating and livestream access for 10
• Two invitations to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• Recognition as Gold Sponsor at event
• Company logo in The Bridge
• Hyperlinked company logo on registration page and livestream page
Silver Sponsor $2,500
• One reserved table of 10 with prime seating or livestream access for 10
• One invitation to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• Recognition as Silver Sponsor at event
• Company logo in The Bridge
• Hyperlinked company logo on registration page and livestream page
Corporate Sponsor $800
• One reserved table of eight or livestream access for eight
• Recognition as Corporate Sponsor at event
• Hyperlinked company name on registration page and livestream page
• Company name in The Bridge
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The intersection of technology across Midwestern industries is crucial to sustaining the region’s competitive advantage. Communities must continue to prioritize technology and innovation to remain stable and secure. The Midwest Cybersecurity & Technology Summit will bring together key lawmakers, industry leaders, and economic experts to take part in a cutting-edge discussion.
*This event will be cohosted by dozens of organizations and livestreamed to business leaders across the Upper Midwest.
Premier Sponsors $10,000
• Two reserved tables of 10 with prime seating plus unlimited livestream access within your company
• One reserved seat at the president’s table
• Invitations to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• “Presented by” acknowledgment at event
• 30-second business promotion video to be played at the event and on the livestream
• Logo displayed at venue throughout event
• Opportunity to set up a company booth display at venue
• Recognition in press release
• Company logo in The Bridge and on all marketing materials
• Hyperlinked company logo on electronic event invitation, registration page and livestream page
• One half-page ad in The Bridge to be used within six months from the date of event (upon request)
• Recognition on Chamber social media profiles
Gold Sponsor $5,000
• One reserved table of 10 with prime seating and livestream access for 10
• Two invitations to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• Recognition as Gold Sponsor at event
• Company logo in The Bridge
• Hyperlinked company logo on registration page and livestream page
Silver Sponsor $2,500
• One reserved table of 10 with prime seating or livestream access for 10
• One invitation to VIP reception with speakers on the evening prior to the event
• Recognition as Silver Sponsor at event
• Company logo in The Bridge
• Hyperlinked company logo on registration page and livestream page
Corporate Sponsor $800
• One reserved table of eight or livestream access for eight
• Recognition as Corporate Sponsor at event
• Hyperlinked company name on registration page and livestream page
• Company name in The Bridge
August 17, 2023 || 8 to 11 a.m. || Delta by Marriott & livestream
MIDWEST
CYBERSECURITY & TECHNOLOGY SUMMIT
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