North Iowa Marketing Summit

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.

Hosted 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.

The 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.

Expect a fun, positive atmosphere focused on learning, sharing ideas, and celebrating the great work happening across North Iowa.

Registration includes morning refreshments, lunch, and an afternoon dessert break.

North Iowa Regional Marketing Summit

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | Surf Ballroom
Presented by CL Tel

9:00 AM | Registration, Vendors & Networking
Check in, grab some morning refreshments, visit our vendors and connect before the sessions begin.

10:00 AM | Telling Your Untold Story
Keynote with Lauren Ready | Sponsored by Hy-Vee
Discover 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
Interactive Session with Stacy Doughan & Joyce Martin | Sponsored by Colwell Motors of Mason City
Less “Once Upon a Time,” more “Here’s What Happens Next.” Turn your story into a strategic message built for action.

12:00 PM | Networking Lunch
Sponsored by Cabin Coffee Company
Cabin Coffee boxed lunches + time to connect with marketers from across North Iowa.

12:45 PM | Marketing on Trial ⚖️
Strategies That Send You Straight to Jail | Sponsored by Community Health Center of Mason City
Marketing hot takes, questionable tactics, common mistakes and a few strategies that belong behind bars.

1:15 PM | Idea Exchange
Share What Works. Learn What Doesn’t. | Sponsored by Connoisseur Media
Table conversations, fresh ideas and plenty of notes worth taking home.

1:45 PM | Dessert Break + Networking
Sponsored by Lillie Mae Chocolates
Lillie Mae treats & popcorn bar, vendors and time to connect.

2:15 PM | Marketing Wins in the Wild
Sponsored by Midwest Duct Works
Local pros share what worked, why it worked, and what they learned. Real campaigns. Real results. Real lessons from local businesses.

Supporting Sponsors
Bank Iowa • Bergland+Cram • Branded by ASB • Clear Lake Bank & Trust • Farm & Home Publishers • Henkel Construction • Homestead Assisted Living • Lake Effect • Mason City Roofing • Moe Socials • Nelson Media Company • North Iowa Corridor EDC • Overhead Door Company of Mason City • Phoenix Consulting • Reagan Outdoor – Cori Frein