Join us for the 2024 Annual Meeting at the Scheman Building in Ames, IA on Nov. 26, 2024. This year, we welcome Mike Lombardi as the key note speaker. Mike Lombardi is a top leadership keynote speaker and football analyst. Our agenda also includes sessions from industry experts on timely topics, an induction of the […]
You are invited to attend our legislative Welcome Back Reception on January 14, 2025 at the Embassy Suites in Des Moines! For more information and how to RSVP, click this link.
Join us for the 2025 Director's Certification Program January 27-28 in Ames, IA. Our DCP program has been reformatted into a two day workshop that serves as a foundational course. This will serve as a pre-requisite to our newly developed Advanced Directors Program, with more details available on our website. For full event and registration […]
Announcing our new Advanced Directors Program! ADP will be held in Ames from March 10-11 and has a limited number of seats available. Our registration deadline is March 4, or until meeting capacity has been reached. For more information and to register, please read our announcement flyer here.
Join us for Intern Co-op Day on May 27, 2025! To view the full agenda, click here. Registration can be submitted here.
We're excited to introduce a new program called the NextGen Managers Program. This cohort program is designed to develop the next generation of leaders within cooperatives. Aimed at mid-level management, it focuses on strategic thinking, communication, and problem-solving through interactive workshops and real-world applications. Click here for more information on the program, including lodging and […]
Register today and take advantage of our early bird registration through July 4! This year's session will include topics on cyber emergency response planning/recovery, AI ethics, on-site vs cloud storage, and more. There will also be lots of opportunities for networking and hearing from panel experts. The full agenda is available here. Click here to […]
Join us for the 2025 Copilot Workshop, held virtually over Teams every Wednesday in September (3, 10, 17, 24) from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. This immersive program is designed to introduce participants to the capabilities of Copilot, Microsoft's integrated AI tool. You can find more information on the program, including how to register at […]
The 2025 Human Resources Conference has been announced! Join us November 4-5 at the Ag Innovation Lab (in the ISU Research Park) in Ames, IA for two days of co-operative focused Human Resources education and networking. Click this link for more information on the agenda. Registration is now closed. Please call our office to check […]
Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Location: The 2025 Annual Meeting will be in a new location this year! Please join us in Ankeny, IA at the FFA Enrichment Center. FFA Enrichment Center 1055 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy Ankeny, IA 50023 Join us! Join us for a day of connection, learning, and shared purpose. The meeting […]
Date: January 15-16, 2026 Location: Digital Ag Innovation Center 3700 University Blvd. Ames, IA Join us! The Director Certification Program (DCP) is a two-day training for cooperative board directors, focusing on cooperative foundations, governance, strategic direction, and financial acumen, with sessions led by experts from the Iowa Institute for Cooperatives and partners. Completion of DCP […]
Date: January 26-27, 2026 Location: Embassy Suites 101 E Locust St Des Moines, IA Join us! Join 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 […]
