CGMC 2025 Summer Conference

*This agenda is tentative and subject to change. Stay tuned as we finalize the schedule!

Wednesday, July 23

10am - Registration opens

11:30am - Lunch served

12pm - Conference welcome

12:05pm - 4pm - Conference presentations & sessions

4pm - Break for hotel check-in

5pm - Dinner & evening activity

The City of Bemidji and Visit Bemidji will host a lakeside dinner on the Sanford Center patio, followed by a quick pontoon ride over to the Mississippi Music Festival, where attendees can listen to local music and explore downtown Bemidji! 

Thursday, July 24

7am - Breakfast on your own

8am - Historical Bus Tour of Bemidji

Step into Bemidji's past and discover iconic landmarks, untold stories, and the rich history of our city! Transportation sponsored by Visit Bemidji.

10:30am - Exhibit Hall opens

Connect with the vendors and sponsors that help support the CGMC Summer Conference and enjoy snacks in the exhibit hall.

12pm - Lunch keynote presentation

1pm - Exhibitor break

1:30pm - Presentation

2:30pm - Exhibitor break

3pm - Exhibit hall closes

3pm - Presentation

4pm - Break

5pm - Cocktail reception

6pm - Legislative Awards Dinner

Join the CGMC at our annual Legislative Awards ceremony honoring the policymakers, elected officials, staff, and other leaders that have championed Greater Minnesota priorities.

Friday, July 25

8am - Breakfast

8:30am-10:30am - Presentations

10:30am - Break

10:45am - CGMC membership meeting

The CGMC membership will vote on the organization's dues policy, budget, and Board of Directors for the upcoming year.

11:30am - Conference adjourns

The CGMC has reserved room blocks at the following hotels:

Country Inn & Suites Bemidji - Click here to book before June 20, 2025

South Shore Hotel on Lake Bemidji - Call 218-751-3600 and ask to book under the CGMC block before June 25, 2025. Please note that this hotel is a 10-15 minute walk from the Sanford Center.

Businesses or organizations interested in exhibiting at the CGMC Summer Conference or sponsoring the conference should click here for more information and registration.