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In recognition of the AgVantage 50 Year Anniversary, we’re hosting this year’s National Conference:
Past, Present, Future: Pathway to Excellence in Rochester, Minnesota, June 9-12, 2026.

Join these ag industry people who are gathering together to talk about every aspect of this business. See the powerful products and features available from AgVantage and learn how other people are using them to improve efficiency. Be part of the celebration of the 50 Years of AgVantage at the Thursday night special event.

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Registration

Registration is not yet open, but when it is you can register online, indicating the days and sessions you will be attending. No need to pay at the time of registration, we will bill your company based on number of registrants, available AgVantage Dollars and/or AgVisor funds or qualifying volume discounts.

Full Conference Attendance: $1,295 ($1,195 if registered by 05/08/2026)

Includes Tuesday night, Wednesday day and night, Thursday day and night, Friday until noon

Per Day Attendance: $695 ($595 if registered by 05/08/2026)

Guest Attendance: $50 per person/event

If you plan to bring a guest to either of the evening events (Wednesday night Baseball Game and/or Thursday night 50 Year Celebration), you will need to register them for each event.

Group Registration Discounts

We want as many people to attend as possible, so we are offering discounts on group registration totals.
The more you spend, the more you save!

10% OFF
$2,500 - $4,499

15% OFF
$5,000 - $7,499

20% OFF
$7,500 - $13,999

25% OFF
$14,000-$19,999

(Discounts on registration fees will be applied when invoiced. Evening event fees are not included in calculating discounts.)

TUESDAY

AgVisor Meeting

Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area - Tuesday 5:30-6:30pm

If you are in the AgVisor Program, plan to attend this AgVisor Meeting. We will have a good discussion about what is happening at AgVantage and how the AgVisor program is working for our customers.

Newbie Orientation

Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area - Tuesday 5:30-6:30pm

If this is your first AgVantage National Conference, join us for orientation to meet other first-time attendees to this event. (First time attendees only)

Welcome Attendees: Rooftop Garden Party

Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area 5th Floor - Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm

Register for the Conference. Enjoy beverages, apps, dessert on the beautiful 5th Floor Rooftop Terrace setting. Enjoy Clay Fulton music!

WEDNESDAY

Keynote: "Past, Present, Future"

Michelle Blomberg, Wednesday Morning

Michelle talks everying “Past, Present and Future” at AgVantage, sharing stories of change, successes and optimism.

The Communication Movement

Keynote Speaker: Erik Therwanger

Keynote Speaker Erik Therwanger will share his fabulous stories and experience as a business leader, caregiver, and US Marine to help us Achieve Generational Excellence (AGE). Erik will continue with “The Leadership Connection” to coach us through the action plan for building teams that Deliver Exemplary Service.

Honing Your Professional Presence

Sheilaa G. Neidard, SGN Professional Training

Sheila Neidert will help us with “Honing Your Professional Presence”, focusing on the critical role presence plays in communicating competence and creating trust.

Wednesday Day Sessions

Hilton Rochester Mayo Event Space

The AgVantage Team will lead us through sessions about Grain, Agronomy, Seed, Energy, Accounting, CRM & POCKT.

Honkers Baseball Game

Mayo Field - Wednesday 5:00-9:30pm

Cheer on the Rochester Honkers baseball team - our Northwoods League amateur baseball team at Mayo Field. Watch the game from theRochester Chevrolet Sports Deck on the left field line. Game starts at 6:35 pm, the deck opens at 5:35 pm to enjoy all you can eat and drink through the 7th inning.

THURSDAY

“Riding the Waves of Change without Getting Wet” - Panel of Customers

Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area Event Space

Come and hear from some of the best in the business who have navigated changes within their organizations very well – hear their success stories and listen to their advice (spelled advise in description) to manage your own changes.

Culture by Design

Kristen Ireland of People Spark Consulting

Culture By Design- A Practical Approach to Defining and Living Your Culture. Culture doesn’t happen by accident—and it’s not what you say, it’s what you allow. For agricultural business leaders, culture work often feels like something you’ll get to “someday.” But here’s what matters: there’s a strong relationship between employee engagement, employee wellbeing, and business profitability.

Thursday Day Sessions

Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area Event Space

The AgVantage Team will lead us through sessions about Invoicing, Credit, Bank Reconciliation, Patronage, Grain, Seed, Energy, Accounting, and a new IT Track today. Learn about Customized Reporting with Query and Data Transfers.

"Thursdays Downtown" for Lunch

Downtown Rochester

Enjoy an open lunch and walk to “Thursdays Downtown” – a weekly summer staple of downtown Rochester that combines arts, music, food, and a vendor market into a block-party-style event.

Tech Talk with the Experts

Tim Rowe of IBM and David Anderson of CLA

Tim Rowe of IBM and David Anderson of CLA will share their expertise on cyber and system security.

Celebration of 50 Years of AgVantage

Thursday, June 11 - 5:00-9:00pm

Join us for the AgVantage “Cheers to 50 Years” Celebration. Theme is Black & Gold, so feel free to dress accordingly, or as you feel most comfortable. Enjoy drinks and a French Dinner Buffet. After-dinner entertainment includes a DJ with karaoke, presentations, and skits.

FRIDAY

Turning the Page to the Next Chapter of Success

Theresa Willems, COO AgVantage Software

Join us as Theresa discusses the challenges of change, embracing the next generation of leadership, and how to be energized, excited and focused on what lies ahead while honoring the past by taking it’s best parts forward.

The Hidden Language of Change: Understanding Emotional Responses to Lead Your Team Through Transition

Kristen Ireland of People Spark Consulting

Kristen will coach us through how to handle changes that occur in our business. When you announce a new system, restructure operations, or shift strategic direction, the logical business case is only half the story. The other half unfolds in the emotional responses of your team—and yourself—that often go unspoken but profoundly impact success.

https://peoplesparkconsulting.com/

"What's Good" Podcast with AgVantage Leaders

Jason, Michelle & Leadership Team

Jason Host Q/A with Michelle and Dennis.

Hotel Information (2 options)

Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area

Map Marker 10 E Center Street, Rochester, MN 55904

Stay where the meeting is taking place! The Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area, recognized as one of the top Hilton hotels in the Americas, is known for its exceptional service and modern comforts. Enjoy direct access to all sessions, on-site dining, and premium amenities in the heart of downtown Rochester.

Online Reservations / call (507) 258-5757

Ask for the AgVantage National Conference room block.

Group rate $249/night (expires May 15, 2026)

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown

Map Marker 225 Broadway Ave. S, Rochester, MN 55904

Stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, offering a comfortable and convenient downtown experience. Connected to the Hilton Rochester through the downtown skyway system, the hotel provides well-appointed guestrooms, an indoor pool, a fitness center, and welcoming service for a relaxing stay.

Online Reservations / call (507) 285-1234

Ask for the AgVantage National Conference room block.

Group rate $159/night (expires May 15, 2026.)

Ground Transporation to and from MSP Airport

GROOME Transportation

GROOME provides safe, reliable, and convenient transportation to and from Rochester to both Terminals at the Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport. Additional hotel pickup and dropoff services available as well.

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