CGMC Summer Conference Exhibitor & Sponsor Registration
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Description
Space is limited, so don't wait to reserve your booth at the annual Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities Summer Conference! Take advantage of:
- Dedicated time for attendees to visit the exhibit hall during the conference
- Snacks and activities for attendees located in the exhibit hall
- Opportunities for exhibitors to join attendees for meals, conference sessions, and social events
EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS ON MAY 15, 2025!
About the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities
The Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy organization with 120 member cities from throughout Greater Minnesota. Our mission is to develop viable, progressive communities through strong economic growth and good local government.
About the CGMC Summer Conference
The annual CGMC Summer Conference brings together more than 100 staff and elected officials from our member cities, as well as legislators, policymakers, and other leaders from throughout the state. In addition to a trade show, the three-day event features educational sessions, tours of the host community, networking opportunities, social events, and the annual CGMC Legislative Awards Dinner.
Who typically attends the CGMC Summer Conference?
Mayors, councilmembers, city administrators, and other city staff from CGMC member cities. In 2024, more than 100 people representing 40 cities attended the conference. A complete list of current CGMC member cities is available on our website at www.greatermncities.org/coalition.
EXHIBITOR LEVELS & PRICING
Conference Exhibitor - $750 ($650 with early registration)
Includes:
- 6-foot table with 2 chairs
- Basic listing, including company description and contact information, in vendor guide
- Listing in online exhibitor directory
- Two exhibitor attendee registrations for Thursday, July 24 including meals and beverages
- Two tickets to the cocktail reception and Legislative Awards Dinner on Thursday, July 24
- Access to conference attendee list
Additional exhibitor attendee registrations are available for $75 per person.
Presenting Sponsor - $1,250 ($1,000) with early registration)
Includes everything at the Conference Exhibitor level, as well as:
- Two tickets to dinner and activities with conference attendees on Wednesday, July 23
- Premium listing, including company logo, description, and contact information, in vendor guide
- Logo included in event emails and on event registration page
- Logo included in conference slide show
- Recognition in Legislative Awards Dinner program
- Early registration access for future CGMC events
- Access to exclusive additional sponsorship opportunities
Additional exhibitor attendee registrations are available for $75 per person.
LODGING INFORMATION
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.
1111 Event Center Drive NE
Bemidji, 56601
Wednesday, July 25
3pm-5pm - Presenting Sponsor check-in
5pm - Presenting Sponsor dinner & activity
Thursday, July 24
8am - General vendor registration and setup opens
10:30am - Exhibit Hall opens
3pm - Exhibit Hall closes
3pm-5pm - Booth tear down
5pm - Cocktail reception
6pm - Legislative Awards Dinner