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SUMMARY:Policy and Advocacy Summit
DESCRIPTION:Date:\nJanuary 26-27\, 2026 \nLocation:\nEmbassy Suites \n101 E Locust St \nDes Moines\, IA \n  \n\nJoin us!\nJoin us to explore key issues like property taxes and crop protection\, engage with lobbyists and legislators\, and learn how advocacy shapes policy. Network with peers and gain hands-on experience to amplify the voice of cooperatives and drive meaningful legislative change. This session is designed for general managers\, board members\, legislative committee members\, grassroots contacts\, and those interested in cooperative policy. \nAgenda:\nHere is the link to the latest meeting information. \nRegistration:\nRegistration is now closed. \nPayment:\nCost is $235/person \nPlease remit checks to : \nIowa Institute for Cooperatives \n2515 University Blvd Ste 104 \nAmes IA\, 50010 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://iowainstitute.coop/event/policy-and-advocacy-summit/
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SUMMARY:Advanced Directors Program (ADP) 2026
DESCRIPTION:Event Date:\nFebruary 26-27\, 2026 \nLocation:\nDigital Ag Innovation Center \n3700 University Blvd. \nAmes\, IA \n\nJoin us!\nThe Advanced Directors Program (ADP) is a two-day workshop for directors to strengthen boardroom leadership and cooperative management skills through expert-led sessions. Completion of the Director Certification Program (DCP) is required before attending the Advanced Directors Program. \nAgenda:\nClick here for the full agenda. \nRegistration:\nRegistration is now closed. \nLodging:\nA block of rooms is available for booking at the Courtyard by Marriott Ames through January 26\, after which\, attendees can still reserve rooms at the hotel\, but availability will be first‑come\, first‑served. Dinner on the first night will be held at Dublin Bay\, which is within walking distance of the hotel. Please see the agenda for more details including a booking link. \n 
URL:https://iowainstitute.coop/event/advanced-director-program-adp/
LOCATION:Digital Ag Innovation Lab\, 3800 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010
CATEGORIES:Education,Meeting
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