The Minnesota Broadcasters Association, North Dakota Broadcasters Association and South Dakota Broadcasters Association bring you the Heartland Media Conference. The conference will look at ways to innovate, provide opportunities to collaborate with others and celebrate the successes of the radio and TV stations serving the Heartland of Minnesota and the Dakotas.
Heartland Media Conference
Tuesday, April 22nd - Wednesday, April 23rd
Radisson Blu201 5th Street NorthFargo, ND 58102
Tuesday, April 22nd
5:00 p.m. Fireside Chat with North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer
North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Welcome Reception with a music performance from Ted and Kari Bentley
"Ted and Kari Bentley"
Wednesday, April 23rd
7:30 a.m.
Name Badge Pick Up, Vendors Open, Breakfast
9:00 a.m.
Opening Remarks
9:05 a.m.
Michael ClintonAuthor of ROAR"The New Longevity Isn't Coming. It's Here. What does it mean for you and your business?"
10:00 a.m.
April Carty-SippExecutive Vice President, Industry AffairsNational Association of Broadcasters"Towering Into the Future: AI, Ownership and the Power of Broadcasting"
10:30 a.m.
David OxenfordWilkinson|Barker|Knauer"Covering topics at the FCC and Regulatory Issues for Broadcasters"
11:00 a.m.
Gardner HatchExecutive DirectorNational Association of Farm Broadcasting (NAFB)"Validating the Power of Farm Radio"
11:30 a.m.
Minnesota Army National Guard, North Dakota Army National Guard and South Dakota Army National Guard
12:00 p.m.
Lunch, Networking, Vendors Open
1:30 p.m.
Derron SteenbergenSwagger Institute"How Successful Sellers Take Care of Business....and Have Fun Doing it"Step into the mindset of top-performing sellers and learn how to run your sales strategy like a thriving business. In this session, you'll dive into the habits, tools, and frameworks that successful sales professionals use to drive consistent results and sustainable growth. Discover how to manage your pipeline with precision, set and exceed targets, and build a strong personal brand that resonates with clients. From time management and goal-setting to leveraging data and creating value-driven strategies, this session will provide actionable insights to elevate your approach. Gain confidence and skills to run your sales territory like a business, maximizing your impact and achieving new levels of success. Oh, and get reminded why it's so important to have some fun! Broadcasting is still the best industry in the world, so be prepared to get excited! Recommended for all sellers and managers.
3:00 p.m.
Closing Remarks
Sponsors
Interested in sponsoring and exhibitor opportunities? Please reach out to Rosanne Rybak at rosanne.rybak@minnesotabroadcasters.com.
Radisson Blu Hotel Room Booking Details
$159.00/night plus applicable taxes and fees(Room block rate expires on March 28th)
CLICK HERE to book your hotel room.
You can also call Radisson Blu at 701.232.7363 to book your hotel room. Mention Heartland Media Conference block when booking.
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