To enhance your Forward TogetHER National Conference experience, we are offering additional sessions as pre-conference events. These 2 to 3.5 hour events will allow you to join a small group to dive deeper into a specific topic. All pre-conference sessions are $30 each and can be added to your conference registration.
Pre-Conference Sessions:
OPTION 1 [FULL]: Off-site Pre-Conference Event: “Innovating Together: Building Collaboration in Dairy” sponsored by Dairy Farmers of America
Tuesday, November 5th, 1:00 to 4:30 PM, leaving from Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center
Session Description: Join us for an engaging 2.5-hour pre-conference session focused on fostering collaboration and innovation within the dairy industry. Kicking off with a welcome from Jackie Klippenstein, the session will feature insights into Women’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), as well as inspiring stories from women entrepreneurs in dairy. Attendees will participate in interactive brainstorming sessions addressing either future challenges in dairy or upcoming collaboration opportunities, followed by group discussions to develop actionable solutions. The session will close with key takeaways to shape the future of women’s roles in dairy. *Seats are limited for this session.*
Option 2: “Calf Care Showdown” sponsored by Golden Calf Company, Vita Plus and Strauss Feeds
Tuesday, November 5th, 2:30 to 4:30 pm, Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center
Session Description: Join us in a game-show style conversation about all things calves. We will discuss both science and field perspectives on some of the most important aspects of calf management, including calf health, nutrition, maternity and housing.
