MFU Women’s Conference 2026
What: MFU Women’s Conference 2026: Resilience in Community
When: Thursday, Jan. 15 and Friday, Jan. 16
Where: La Ferme Restaurant, 613 Broadway St., Alexandria, and Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center, Alexandria
Tentative agenda:
Thursday, Jan. 15
- Evening: COMET training, led by Meg Moynihan and Emily Krekelberg at La Ferme Restaurant, 613 Broadway St., Alexandria, followed by dinner at the restaurant.
Friday, Jan. 16 (All activities at Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center)
Morning Speaker Tina LeBrun, Making the Most of Marketing Opportunities, followed by Member Producer Panel on Marketing Strategies & Direct Marketing Experience
Kristine Shelstad
Midmorning Keynote: Kris Shelstad, Resiliency of Rural Communities. Shelstad is a “rural rebounder” who returned to her hometown to build community, spark innovation and contribute to the rich cultural traditions of southwest Minnesota. As Director of the Madison Art and Innovation Center and Madison Mercantile Coffee House, she provides a welcoming and inclusive space for people to learn, grow and thrive.
Activity: Introduction to Seed Art, led by Colleen Carlson
Afternoon Speaker: Change Narrative Storytelling Workshop with Jothsna Harris
Overnight Accommodations: Contact the Arrowwood Reservations Department at (320) 762-1124 or via email reserve@arrowwoodresort.com. The room block cut-off date is Dec. 15. The room block rate is $129 per night.
Registration is now open. Register at this link.
Cost is $30 for members and $50 for non-members.
Generous event sponsors include:
