Finalizing your schedule for World Dairy Expo week? Here’s one reception you can’t miss.

Join Badger NAMA at show close on Thursday for a reception in the Exhibition Hall Balcony. Refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres will be available as you make new agri-marketing connections and catch up with old friends. This a free, casual event for all NAMA members and friends.

Date: Thursday, October 6, 2016

Time: 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Location: Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall Balcony

Includes: Refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres

Cost: Free!

Join the Iowa NAMA chapter on October 13 for networking, lunch, and a presentation by Dave Patterson from John Deere Financial discussing his Top Ten Tips for Successful B-to-B Marketing Communications Success.

New technologies continue to provide marketing professionals with expanded, data-driven media options, and unique, creative, and content-related techniques. At the same time, some fundamental marketing principles are as relevant today as they were generations ago.  

Within that framework, David Patterson (sorry, not Letterman) will share his “Top Ten List” of strategies for successful marketing efforts. Note: YOUR perspectives, opinions and questions will be WELCOME!

11:30 a.m. – Networking and Lunch

12 p.m. – 1 p.m. – Presentation and Discussion

Please register by Noon on Monday, October 10th.

Click here to register!

What:  ‘View from Inside the Beltway’ —

State of the Industry Commentary, including insights on the Upcoming Election

Who:    Mike Seyfert, Director of Government Affairs, FMC Agricultural Solutions

When:  Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2016

Time:   12:00 – 2:00 pm

Where:  The NEW FMC Agricultural Solutions Bldg.
FMC Tower at Cira Centre South
2929 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

RSVP:   Debbie Clayton, deborahsclayton@gmail.com

Save the Date – Mississippi State Networking Event
Please save the date, and join Midsouth NAMA for a special field trip to Mississippi State University on October 20, 2016. The chapter will be touring the campus and networking with faculty and students.

The agenda includes:
• Guided Campus Tour
• Student/Faculty Networking Lunch
• Ice Cream & Cheese Store
• Marketing presentation from Mississippi State Athletics

Please be on the lookout for an email with more details, cost and the RSVP link.

On September 15, North Central NAMA had an informative lunch and learn where the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) Commissioner, Dave Frederickson, spoke to 35 agriculture professionals.

Attendees learned how the MDA is serving Minnesota growers, schools and the world with programs such as Minnesota Grown, the MDA’s Trade Show Support Program, and more – through its rural infrastructure efforts. Thanks to everyone who attended the event!

Let North Central leaders know how you feel about the programming this year by sending an email to ashleyandrealarson@gmail.com.  Remember to tell your colleagues to become members so they can be included in these great events at a discounted rate!

North Central NAMA looks forward to seeing you at their next event!

The 2016 NAMA Fall Conference is next week! But you don’t have to wait a week to see who will be there. Check out the registration list now for a sneak peek!

Do you still need a room in Raleigh? NAMA has a small group of rooms available at the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel for 9/20 to 9/22! If you still need to reserve a room, please send us an email or call the office at (913) 491-6500.

Even if you haven’t registered yet, there is still time to claim your spot in Raleigh! Register today!

Check out the Fall Conference Website for all the information you will need in Raleigh!