By Scout Nelson
The 26th annual Women’s Agricultural Leadership Conference (WALC) is set for April 10 at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, focusing on the theme “Elevate–Empower–Evolve.” This unique event brings together individuals across agriculture for growth and evolution, emphasizing women's development in this ever-changing sector.
Conference co-founder Doris Mold encapsulates the essence of the conference: “Every year we hear from attendees that this is a unique event because it brings together people from all areas of agriculture – production, industry, education, etc.– to help each participant grow and evolve.”
The day promises personal and professional growth, featuring speakers like Emma Kuball, Princess Kay of the Milky Way, and panelists Colette Campbell, Theresia Gillie, Deeann Lufkin, and Lillian Otieno sharing their resilience stories.
The conference also celebrates the 2024 Outstanding Agriculture Mentors, acknowledging the importance of mentorship in the agricultural community. The event’s structure includes mini sessions on current topics, breakout sessions on various subjects such as agriculture policy and storytelling to elevate business, and a cooking demonstration at the Myers Education Center Kitchen Classroom.
With 10 different breakout topics, attendees have a wide range of subjects to choose from, enriching their conference experience. "The conference is open to individuals with an interest in women’s agricultural leadership regardless of gender, age, or affiliation."
Support for WALC comes from numerous partners including Ag Country Farm Credit Services and Compeer Financial, highlighting the community's collaborative spirit in supporting women’s leadership in agriculture.
For those interested in attending, early registration is recommended for a discounted rate by March 31. For more details, visit womensagleadership.org, or contact Doris Mold for any inquiries at 612-414-7574 or doris@sunriseag.net.
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