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SUMMARY:Director Certification Program (DCP) 2026
DESCRIPTION:Date:\nJanuary 15-16\, 2026 \nLocation:\nDigital Ag Innovation Center \n3700 University Blvd. \nAmes\, IA \n\nJoin us!\nThe 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 is required before attending the Advanced Director Program. \nAgenda:\nClick here for the program flyer. \nRegistration:\nRegistration is $350 per person. \nRegistration is needed by January 7.  A check must be mailed in separately to the Iowa Institute for Cooperatives\, 2515 University Blvd Ste 104\, Ames IA 500105 \nClick here to register. \n  \n 
URL:https://iowainstitute.coop/event/director-certification-program-dcp/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Education,Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260126
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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/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Education,Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260421T230641
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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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260602T153000
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SUMMARY:2026 Co-op Intern Day
DESCRIPTION:Date:\nJune 2\, 2026 \nLocation:\nFareway Conference Center at the Cobblestone Inn & Suites \n1900 Lakewood Drive \nBoone\, IA \n\nJoin Us!\nCo-op Intern Day brings interns together for a one‑day experience focused on understanding how cooperatives work\, building professional skills\, and connecting with others across Iowa’s cooperative community. \nAgenda:\nClick here for the program flyer. \nRegistration:\nThe registration fee is $175 per intern for groups of one to four. The fee is reduced to $150 per intern for groups of five or more from the same co-op. \nRegistration is required by May 22.  A check must be mailed in separately to the Iowa Institute for Cooperatives\, 2515 University Blvd Ste 104\, Ames IA 500105 \nClick here to register online. \n 
URL:https://iowainstitute.coop/event/20683/
LOCATION:Fareway Conference Center at the Cobblestone Inn and Suites\, Boone\, IA\, 1900 Lakewood Dr\, Boone\, IA\, 50010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260728
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SUMMARY:NextGen 2026-2027
DESCRIPTION:Program Dates:\nNextGen is a one program cohort\, delivered in 3 Sessions \nSession 1: July 27-28\, 2026 \nSession 2: December 9-10\, 2026 \nSession 4: March 1-2\, 2027 \nLocation:\nThe 2026–27 NextGen program is headed to Northwest Iowa. Join us in Sheldon for a leadership development experience tailored for emerging talent. \nCrossroads Pavilion – Event Center\n301 34th Avenue\nSheldon\, Iowa 51201 \n\nJoin us!\nThe NextGen Managers Program is designed to develop future leaders within cooperatives by providing hands-on experience in strategic thinking\, communication\, and advanced problem-solving through interactive workshops and collaborative projects. The program emphasizes ethical leadership\, innovation\, and collaboration\, aiming to strengthen both individual capabilities and the cooperative’s foundation for future challenges. \nAgenda:\nClick here to view the latest agenda. \nRegistration:\nRegistration is now open! Register by May 31 to receive the early rate of $3\,250 per person. After May 31\, the standard rate of $3\,500 applies\, with registration closing June 30\, 2026. \nA check must be mailed in separately prior to the program start. Please remit payment to the Iowa Institute for Cooperatives\, 2515 University Blvd Ste 104\, Ames IA 500105 \nClick here to register online.
URL:https://iowainstitute.coop/event/nextgen-2026-2027/
LOCATION:Crossroads Pavillion Center\, 301 34th Ave\, Sheldon\, IA\, 51201\, United States
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260828
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SUMMARY:2026 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Date:\nAugust 26-27\, 2026 \nLocation:\nFFA Enrichment Center \n1055 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy \nAnkeny\, IA 50023 \n\nSave the Date!\nCheck back for more information on our 2026 Annual Meeting. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://iowainstitute.coop/event/2026-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:FFA Enrichment Center\, 1055 SW Prairie Trail Pkwy\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50023
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