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Join us for Boot Camp 

Join the National Agri-Marketing Association for the 17th Annual NAMA Boot Camp, August 10-12 in Kansas City.  Whether you've just entered the rough working world or are one who's been through the NAMA Boot Camp drill before, sign up for this program today to learn more about the Agri-Marketing Industry.   Bottom line: if you're new to ag or new to marketing, you need to be at Boot Camp!

And don't forget the networking!  Boot Camp provides plenty of opportunites to get to know your industry peers during the course the event.

Who Should Attend?
  • Agency Account Executives
  • Media Professionals
  • Art Directors
  • Copywriters
  • Marketing Professionals
  • Sales Professionals

Resources
All attendees will receive a flash drive packed with ag facts.  This compilation of resources has become one of the most popular aspects of boot camp?

Sponsorship
There are great sponsorship opportunitie available for Boot Camp!  For more information contact Jenny Pickett at (913) 491-6500 or email Jennyp@nama.org.
Register Now

Boot Camp Schedule & Sessions

Wednesday, August 10
Boot Camp Ag Tour (optional)
This is a one-day, on-farm experience where attendees will tour and learn about different nuances of agricultural operations in the surrounding areas.  You will leave the hotel at 7:30 a.m. and return by 3:30 p.m. in time for the Boot Camp kick-off reception.  The cost is $125/person and includes breakfast and lunch.

​Tour stops will be announced soon.
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5:00 p.m.
Boot Camp Kick-Off Reception

6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Dinner followed by Networking activity

After dinner, kick off the NAMA Boot Camp with a networking activity designed to help you get to know fellow attendees.

Thursday, August 11
8:30 a.m. 
Continental Breakfast
9:00-10:30 a.m.
Producer Panel

A boot camp favorite! Learn how to communicate effectively with producers.  Attendees won't want to miss the valuable insights from producers.  Producers will be announced by July 15.
​10:30 a.m.
Break
11:00 a.m. 
Realities vs. Perceptions of Modern Ag
Explore research that describes farmers' decision-making processes as they adopt new techniques and technologies. 
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Noon  
Lunch 
Farm Radio Connects - Tom Brand & Erin Nash, NAFB

Farmers are information seekers in order to make decisions for today, tomorrow and the future.  Enjoy lunch and learn how farm broadcasting continues to connect with producers coast-to-coast.

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1:30 p.m.
Ag 101: A Year in the Life
​Mindy Ward, Farm Progress

This interactive session teaches the basics of the industry.  Learn about challenges and issues that producers face.  Hear about the decisions they make and the actions they take.

2:45 p.m.
Break
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3:00-4:00 p.m.
Growing Your Career  - Sara Steever, Paulsen

Get the best practical career advice shared by over 30 leaders in agribusiness.

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4:30 - 6:00
Reception at Cafe Trio.  
Enjoy a reception featuring fun, games, drinks & appetizers at Cafe Trio, just steps away from the Plaza Marriott.   ​


Friday, August 12
8:30 a.m. 
Breakfast

9:00 a.m.
Great Marketing: Best of NAMA Grand Champion Case Study

The best of the best and what it took to get there.  This session will feature a case study of the Grand Champion winning Best of NAMA entry.  

10:15 a.m.
Break
10:30 a.m.
Mentor Panel

This interactive session features successful agribusiness professionals providing practical advice, success stories and tips that you can apply to get the most out of your career.
11:30 a.m.
Adjourn

Boot Camp Registration

Whether you’re an agribusiness veteran or just starting out, NAMA has something for you August 4-6 in Kansas City. Grow your network and career. Prepare to lead in an ever-changing industry.

Member
$395

Non Member

$575

Ag Tour
​$125
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Boot Camp Hotel

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The NAMA Boot Camp will take place at the Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza.   
​Out-of-town attendees are responsible for making their own room reservations.

​Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza

4445 Main Street
Kansas City, MO 64111

Room Rate: $177 USD per night



Reserve Hotel Room

Boot Camp Volunteers

Boot Camp Chair
Susan Hunyor, DTN/Progressive Farmer

Executive Committee Liaisons
Melanie Rice, Brownfield
​Jayma Appleby, VMLY&R


Future Boot Camp Dates

August 9-11, 2023
Kansas City
National Agri-Marketing Association
8700 State Line Rd., Suite 105
Leawood, KS  66206
Phone: (913) 491-6500
​Email: info@nama.org

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