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Midwest Summit: Technology 2026

August 13, 2026 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CDT)

Description


Artificial intelligence is influencing how organizations make decisions, serve customers, develop their workforce and plan for the future. The Midwest Technology Summit brings together business leaders, policymakers and technology experts to examine how AI is shaping industries across the region.

Through conversations focused on policy, practical application and emerging technology trends, you will hear how organizations are approaching AI, what policy considerations are taking shape and where technology may create new opportunities for businesses and communities.

You will leave with a clearer understanding of how AI is affecting the business environment, the questions your organization should be asking and considerations that may influence future decisions. Explore the opportunities, challenges and implications of AI through the lens of business, public policy and regional economic growth.


Agenda

The Infrastructure Behind Intelligence: The Foundation Powering AI's Future Panel

AI is transforming businesses, but its success depends on the infrastructure behind it. Join leaders from data centers, electric utilities and digital connectivity networks as they explore how AI is driving investments in energy, connectivity and digital infrastructure across the Midwest.

Discover why the region is becoming a hub for AI infrastructure, what it means for economic growth and workforce development, and how today's infrastructure and policy decisions will shape the Midwest's future competitiveness.


Navigating the AI Landscape: Policy, People and Progress Fireside Conversation

The conversation around AI is no longer just about technology but about how organizations, communities and industries adapt to its growing impact. As AI capabilities continue to evolve, policy decisions will play an increasingly important role in shaping innovation, workforce needs, economic competitiveness, organizational responsibility and public trust.

This fireside conversation explores the evolving AI landscape through the lens of policy, people and progress. Discover how emerging governance and regulatory discussions may influence AI adoption, talent strategies, risk management and long-term innovation.


Shaping the Future Workforce: Education, AI and Regional Competitiveness Panel

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into education, schools, colleges and universities are exploring new possibilities for teaching and learning while addressing important questions around responsible AI use, student engagement, innovation and the role of technology in education.

Bringing together perspectives from education, research and industry, this panel will explore how AI is reshaping learning environments, creating new opportunities for students and influencing the skills needed for future success. Discover how educators, employers and communities can work together to prepare learners for an AI-enabled future while supporting the region's workforce needs and long-term competitiveness.


Signals from the Future

These aren't presentations, they're signals. 

In a series of fast-paced talks, speakers will share one trend, shift, emerging technology, societal change or strategic insight they believe will fundamentally shape business, communities and regional competitiveness over the next decade. Designed to challenge assumptions and expand perspectives, each speaker will offer a glimpse of what may be on the horizon and what leaders need to understand today.  

 

AI IN PRACTICE WORKSHOP

Build Capability. Build Confidence.

After a morning of exploring innovation and emerging technology trends at the Midwest Technology Summit, continue your learning with the AI in Practice Workshop. Built around the themes of TrAIned and CertAInty, the experiential learning opportunity helps attendees develop practical AI skills, identify opportunities and create a path toward responsible adoption.

Learn More About the AI in Practice Workshop.

Time

Doors open at 7:30 am for networking

Location

Red River Valley Fairgrounds - Butler Machinery Arena

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Pricing

In-Person | $45 members | $55 not-yet-members

Day-of Registration | $55 members | $65 not-yet-members

Plated breakfast, coffee and water provided for in-person attendees

Livestream | No cost

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Contact Information

FMWF Chamber of Commerce
Name: Amanda Susag
Phone: (701) 365-3437
Email: asusag@fmwfchamber.com
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