Rural Summit 2023

The 2023 Rural Summit will focus on Driving Policy Change: All Roads Lead to Rural. The annual event brings together community leaders, policymakers, and rural advocates from across the state and nation to engage in a thoughtful, intentional dialogue about the actions we can take today to advance policy and systems change across a broad spectrum of rural development issues.

The Rural Summit features:

• Keynote Kwame Christian, Attorney, Author & Global Expert on Negotiation for the American Negotiation Institute
• Breakouts with local and national leaders in rural economic development to share their insights
• Evening Reception with a rural resource fair and live entertainment
• Peer-to-Peer Connection, whether in-person or virtual, for many opportunities to connect with your peers. 
• Education & Resources for participants to leave with new knowledge and tools, and be inspired to innovate in your community. 

Virtual and in-person registration options are available. Early registration pricing ends January 15.

Register now.