Annual Conference Info
The 2026 MNGFOA Annual Conference will be moving to Cragun's Resort in Brainerd.
The 62nd Annual MNGFOA Conference will be held September 22-24, 2026, at Cragun’s Resort, Golf & Conference, Brainerd.
- Dynamic Keynote Speakers: Hear from leading experts who will share their knowledge and experience on the latest trends and best practices.
- Informative Sessions: Dive deep into topics that matter most to you, with sessions designed to provide actionable takeaways.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow professionals from across the state and build lasting relationships.
One More Thing Before the Show Begins…
If you haven't already, please be sure to register for the conference. While reserving a hotel room guarantees you a place to sleep, it does not reserve your seat at the conference!
Completing your registration helps us:
- Plan meal counts and accommodate dietary needs
- Welcome and recognize our first-time attendees
- Have your conference badge ready when you arrive
Please complete your conference registration at your earliest convenience so we can make sure everything is ready for your arrival.
2027 dates: Wednesday Sept 29-Friday October 1st
2026 MNGFOA Annual Conference (Craguns)
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame – Keeping Government Finance In Tune
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The Crowd Has Spoken… and the House Is Packed!
Thank you for making the 2026 MNGFOA Annual Conference “Rock & Roll Hall of Fame – Keeping Government Finance in Tune” one for the record books! Your enthusiasm has been incredible, and thanks to the overwhelming response, room accommodations for both Cragun's Resort and the Holiday Inn are officially SOLD OUT!
If you're still planning to join us for this year's headlining event, you'll need to secure a room at a nearby hotel and arrange your own transportation to and from Cragun's.
Conference Schedule
2026 Conference Schedule (tentative)
2026 Conference Book (Not Yet Available)
2026 CPE Form (Not Yet Available)
(Only complete once, at end of the conference)
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
9:15-9:45AM New Attendee Orientation
10:00-10:15AM Welcome
10:15-11:30AM Keynote - Tim Furlong: "Quarter Turns, Change, Opportunity & the Next Normal"
1:00-2:00PM Concurrent Sessions:
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Legislative Update
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Auditing 101/Internal Controls
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Municipal Cannabis Operations
2:15-3:15PM Concurrent Sessions:
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MN Paid Leave & OT Lessons Learned
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Negotiating with Unions "Fundamentals of Collective Bargaining and Union Negotiations"
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GASB Update
3:30-4:30PM Concurrent Sessions:
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Small City Roundtable
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Large City Roundtable
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County Roundtable
9:00-10:15AM Keynote - Kristen Brown: "Powered by Energy - Rock Steady Through Change"
10:30-11:30AM Concurrent Sessions:
- Website ADA Compliance
- Economic Update
- Franchise Fees & Other Revenues
1:00-2:00PM Concurrent Sessions:
- "Stress to Strength"
- Debt 201
- Excel Session 1
2:15-3:15PM Concurrent Sessions:
- Create Inspiration and Engagment with Charisma: Communication Tactics All Finance Leaders Should Master
- Excel Session 2
- Cybersecurity / Fraud Prevention
3:30-4:30PM Concurrent Sessions:
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Create Inspiration and Engagment with Charisma: Communication Tactics All Finance Leaders Should Master (REPEAT)
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Investments 101
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MNGFOA Mentorship Program
Thursday, September 24, 2026
8:30-9:45AM Concurrent Sessions:
- AI / Chat GPT / Policies
- TIF 201
10:00-11:00AM Keynote- Erik Therwanger: "Linked for Impact - Hall of Fame Teamwork"
Social Committee Events
More information to come as we get closer to the conference.
Conference Materials
Presentations are added as we receive them. Some sessions do not have materials we can publish.
2026 Sessions material will be available as we get closer to the conference.
MNGFOA Conference Materials Wednesday
MNGFOA Conference Materials Thursday
MNGFOA Conference Materials Friday
Annual Conference- Additional Meal Ticket Purchases
Do you have a guest attending the conference who would like to attend the meals with you.
You can purchase tickets for them now.
