24 Reasons you should attend the Tribal Nations PR Conference
1.Learn industry trends and new strategies
Never before has Indian Country’s communication professionals gathered to share and learn best practices and strategies. Learning and sharing practical insights is at the core of the Tribal Nations PR Conference.
2. Networking
Break out the business cards and start mingling! The relaxed yet professional approach to the format and dedicated networking events encourages you to meet new people in a fun atmosphere. Trust us, they’re all good people with fascinating backgrounds and experiences.
3. Business development opportunities
Whether you’re a sponsor or agency owner, there’s a good chance your future client or partners will be in attendance.
4. Reenergize your creative thoughts and processes
We totally get it. You’re in the trenches everyday putting out fires while trying to plan new and better communication strategies and that leaves no time to re-energize and get your creative juices going. This conference is just what you need to get back to work with new energy so you can pump out those super awesome creative initiatives.
5. Cheese curds
This is pure Wisconsin gold. If you’ve never been to Wisconsin, these hot, deep fried bites of deliciousness will be available as an afternoon treat. You’re not going to want to miss them!
6. Cool swag
Something with hints of fun, functional, local, and a little bit different than the standard conference swag.
7. Awesome people
The panelists, registrants and our planning team are all cool in my book.
8. Live events are awesome
You can only learn so much from reading, webinars, and conference calls. This live event gets you out of the confinement of your office so you can truly improve on your professional development skills while having a ton of fun.
9. Hear from industry experts
All of the panelists are doing the work. No theory here. These men and women are doing the work each and every day and many have been perfecting their craft for decades.
10. Madison
Ranked #3 in 2019’s Top 100 Places to Live. One of the finest college towns mixed with a vibrant downtown scene makes for a fantastic place to visit. You’ll appreciated visiting in July instead of the ridiculously cold winter.
11. Bonfires
Think good times and lots of great memories at the outdoor terrace overlooking Picnic Point and the entire shoreline of beautiful Lake Mendota while enjoying the fireplace and plush seating.
12. Fun receptions
No need for you to ditch the host venue as we’ll be keeping up the energy each evening with our networking receptions with plenty of food and drinks for you to enjoy.
13. Meet your social media network
You know that person you’re friends with on LinkedIn or Twitter? Wouldn’t it be cool to actually meet them and have a conversation in real life? We think so too.
14. Gorgeous conference venue
The Edgewater is a AAA Four Diamond hotel. Pristine lake. Downtown. Pretty.
15. Terrace at Memorial Union
The heart and soul of UW-Madison shares the shores of the conference venue. There may be fireworks or a live concert going on so add this to your must-see list while in town.
16. Great value
The registration fee won’t break the bank. We want to make sure there’s a ton of value from the time you check-in to the closing remarks.
17. Have fun with learning
It is possible to have fun while learning in a professional setting. After value, our 2nd most important deliverable is FUN.
18. Professional development
We want to help you be a better employee, manager, or executive by providing you with the tools and insights that can make you more effective when you get back to the office.
19. Support small businesses
We proudly support small, local, and Native owned businesses in our event planning. You’ll experience their products and services and maybe they’ll find a new customer.
20. Create new memories
Be part of something special where you’ll meet new people in a totally new environment that will leave you with a lot of great memories.
21. The price is right
$395 is just right. The sponsor levels are too. Nothing outrageous, just right.
22. Spa Steam room and relaxation pool
Be sure to book your room at the host venue so you’ll have access to the on-site spa steam room and relaxation pool.
23. Relax & Reboot
If you’re feeling really ambitious and in need of spa treatment, the on-site spa has you covered. Schedule a treatment early or later in the evening to unwind from all the learning and fun you’ll have at the conference.
24. Spotted Cow
This iconic adult beverage is exclusively sold in Wisconsin. It’s so awesome that our Minnesota neighbors smuggle it across the border.