The inaugural North Iowa Marketing Summit brings together marketers of all experience levels\, business owners\, nonprofit leaders\, tourism professionals\, and community storytellers for a day of learning\, networking\, and fresh ideas.
\n\nHosted by the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce\, this regional event is designed for anyone responsible for promoting a business\, organization\, event\, or community. Whether you'\;re a seasoned marketing professional\, a one-person marketing department\, or simply someone who wears the marketing hat when needed\, you'\;ll find ideas\, inspiration\, and connections to help you move forward.
\n\nThe day will feature keynote speaker Lauren Ready and her presentation\, Storytelling That Starts With Curiosity\, educational breakout sessions\, exhibitor booths\, networking opportunities\, and plenty of time to connect with others who are passionate about helping their organizations succeed.
\n\nExpect a fun\, positive atmosphere focused on learning\, sharing ideas\, and celebrating the great work happening across North Iowa.
\n\nRegistration includes morning refreshments\, lunch\, and an afternoon dessert break.
\n\nNorth Iowa Regional Marketing Summit
\n\nTuesday\, October 13\, 2026 | Surf Ballroom
\nPresented by CL Tel
9:00 AM | Registration\, Vendors &\; Networking
\nCheck in\, grab some morning refreshments\, visit our vendors and connect before the sessions begin.
10:00 AM | Telling Your Untold Story
\nKeynote with Lauren Ready | Sponsored by Hy-Vee
\nDiscover the stories hiding in plain sight and learn how to tell them in a way that connects and inspires action.
11:00 AM | From Story to Strategy
\nInteractive Session with Stacy Doughan &\; Joyce Martin | Sponsored by Colwell Motors of Mason City
\nLess &ldquo\;Once Upon a Time\,&rdquo\; more &ldquo\;Here&rsquo\;s What Happens Next.&rdquo\; Turn your story into a strategic message built for action.
12:00 PM | Networking Lunch
\nSponsored by Cabin Coffee Company
\nCabin Coffee boxed lunches + time to connect with marketers from across North Iowa.
12:45 PM | Marketing on Trial ⚖\;️\;
\nStrategies That Send You Straight to Jail | Sponsored by Community Health Center of Mason City
\nMarketing hot takes\, questionable tactics\, common mistakes and a few strategies that belong behind bars.
1:15 PM | Idea Exchange
\nShare What Works. Learn What Doesn&rsquo\;t. | Sponsored by Connoisseur Media
\nTable conversations\, fresh ideas and plenty of notes worth taking home.
1:45 PM | Dessert Break + Networking
\nSponsored by Lillie Mae Chocolates
\nLillie Mae treats &\; popcorn bar\, vendors and time to connect.
2:15 PM | Marketing Wins in the Wild
\nSponsored by Midwest Duct Works
\nLocal pros share what worked\, why it worked\, and what they learned. Real campaigns. Real results. Real lessons from local businesses.
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\nSupporting Sponsors
\nBank Iowa &bull\; Bergland+Cram &bull\; Branded by ASB &bull\; Clear Lake Bank &\; Trust &bull\; Farm &\; Home Publishers &bull\; Henkel Construction &bull\; Homestead Assisted Living &bull\; Lake Effect &bull\; Mason City Roofing &bull\; Moe Socials &bull\; Nelson Media Company &bull\; North Iowa Corridor EDC &bull\; Overhead Door Company of Mason City &bull\; Phoenix Consulting &bull\; Reagan Outdoor &ndash\; Cori Frein
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\n LOCATION:Surf Ballroom\, 460 North Shore Dr.\, Clear Lake UID:e.1102.741685 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260921T022345Z URL:https://members.clearlakeiowa.com/events/details/north-iowa-marketing-summit-741685 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR