2026 UMACRAO Annual ConferenceFargo/Moorhead, Minnesota Conference Registration InformationConference registration is now open for individual conference attendees. Register for the 2026 conference here! Registering a colleague from your institution? Select Register Linked Profile, not Register Guest. Using Register Guest creates a new profile rather than registering an existing member. If you do not see the Register Linked Profile option, you are not listed as your institution's Key Contact. If you need assistance identifying your Key Contact, please contact [email protected] before registering another individual. Registration closes October 18, 2026. Additional information regarding vendor registration is below. UMACRAO Member Conference Registration Fees
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Vendor Registration and SponsorshipVendor registration is now open! Are you a vendor who is interested in registering to attend our conference or supporting us through sponsorship? Learn more on the Corporate Partners page. Additional Details to Help You Plan AheadConference Attendance Justification LetterWe know budgets are tight and that travel requests require thoughtful, well‑framed justification. To support you, we’ve created the template below to help you clearly demonstrate the value of attending the UMACRAO Annual Meeting and to make the approval process a little easier. Use the Conference Attendance Justification Letter template. Program at a GlanceCheck out the 2026 Program at a Glance to see what we have in store for this year's conference. Keynote Speaker: Melissa Marshall
Tuesday Evening Social Event at Courts & PintsOur Tuesday night social event will be an opportunity for connection and friendly competition at Courts & Pints from 7–10 p.m. Light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. Our event rental includes an event space, as well as pickleball courts, so there's space for everyone to join, even if you don't want to play. We'll even have an instructor available for those interested in learning more! Courts & Pints is approximately a half-mile, 10–15-minute walk or a very short drive from our conference hotel. Whether your a pickleball pro, a first-timer, or you're just joining for fun, we hope to see you there! Hotel InformationCourtyard by Marriott Fargo Moorhead Room rate: $119 per night (plus taxes and fees) Reservations for the conference should be made by individual attendees directly with Courtyard by Marriott Fargo-Moorhead. Book by phone at 218.284.1000 or book the UMACRAO group rate online. Reservations must be made on or before October 8, 2026, to receive the conference rate. PhilanthropyThe 2026 philanthropy recipient is Haley's Hope. Haley's Hope provides the training that children and adults with dyslexia need. They equip them to better process and understand the information that they receive and help turn dyslexia into an advantage. Learn more about how you can support our philanthropy recipient. Refunds and SubstitutionsAll changes, substitutions, and cancellations must be made in writing and emailed to [email protected]. There is no penalty if the substitute works at the same institution as the original registrant. Membership status will be verified and additional fees assessed as appropriate. Cancellation and Refund DeadlinesRefund requests will be considered based on the following deadlines. Refunds will be credited in the manner paid. Allow up to 30 days after the meeting to receive your refund. |
Melissa Marshall doesn’t just talk about transformation; she lives it. As the owner of Dale Carnegie of North Dakota and Northwest Minnesota, she’s spent 20 years helping leaders and teams break through barriers and unleash their genius. A student of business, life, and the school of hard knocks, she brings raw authenticity, humor, and an unshakable belief in human potential. She meets people where they are, helping them sharpen communication, lead with confidence, and create real, lasting impact.