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Join us for the Farmington Regional Chamber’s Third Annual Business Conference. This year’s conference features a dynamic lineup of keynote speakers including Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek sharing his personal leadership story, Shad Burner from Southeast Missouri Regional Economic Development with a presentation about projected workforce challenges in the next 4-6 years, and Lynette Watson, Director of the Missouri Small Business Development Center, giving you information about the business case for utilizing artificial intelligence/Ai.

With 12 breakout sessions designed for every level of business, there is something for everyone, from business owners and executives to emerging leaders and team members eager to grow. Sessions will cover a wide range of topics including human resources, marketing, workforce development, small business resources, networking, and practical tools you can put to work right away.

Beyond the sessions, the conference is a chance to connect with fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and discover new opportunities for growth. Whether you want to sharpen your skills, strengthen your team, or expand your network, this conference is built to help you and your business succeed.

Breakout sessions include: 

• Taming the Comment Section on Social Media
• Workplace Stability: ensuring employee retention
• Making the Next Big Leap: is your business ready to expand?
• Cultivating Executive Presence
• Conflict Resolution
• Building a Business Worth Selling
• Managing Burnout
• Creating a Positive Workforce Culture
• Integrated Marketing Campaigns
• Quickbooks Basics
• Digital versus Social Media Marketing
• Next Level Connections