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Get ready to join the ultimate playbook session at the Minnesota Employee Relocation Council (MERC) 2024 Annual Conference, “In the Zone: Winning Mobility Strategies”

Join industry peers August 21-22 at the University of Minnesota’s Huntington Bank Stadium, home of the Golden Gophers.  This premier destination in downtown Minneapolis blends world-class education with leading Big 10 athletics, setting the stage for an informative and energetic event.

We kick off on Wednesday, August 21st with a Welcome Reception followed by a full day of educational programming on Thursday, August 22nd.  Our expert panelists and presenters will discuss critical topics that are vital to your mobility initiatives and interests, sharing effective strategies on how to build winning mobility programs. 

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to implement new plays and tackle your mobility challenges with insight from The Minnesota Employee Relocation Council, the only local organization dedicated to providing thought leadership, meaningful connections, and support to talent mobility professionals.

CRP, GMS and SHRM-HCRI credits will be available to attendees.


Wednesday, August 21

Charity Field Day Event, Stadium Field

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

  • Field Games and Prizes
  • Huntington Bank Stadium Tour at 4:30pm

Note: $50 registration fee for Field Day Event applies as a donation.   Please register separately here.

Welcome Reception, Indoor Club Room

(Included FREE with conference registration)

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

  • Networking, Hosted Cocktails and Appetizers
  • Huntington Bank Stadium Tour at 7:00pm

Thursday, August 22

Full Day Conference, Club Cambria Suite

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • Conference Education Sessions
  • Corporate Roundtables
  • Workshop Breakouts
  • Hosted Lunch Buffet

    Happy Hour, Club Cambria Suite

    5:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    • Networking, Hosted Cocktails and Appetizers
    • Raffle Prizes

    After Hours

    7:00 PM -

    Session Announcements


    With the NAR Settlement taking effect on August 17th, 2024, we are all facing a significant change in the global mobility industry. Join industry leaders as they discuss the impact this settlement is having on U.S. domestic home sale programs, provide updates on ‘where we are now’, and look ahead at the future state of the industry. When leaving this session, attendees will have a better understanding of how we will need to adjust as program managers, real estate brokerages and RMCs in the wake of the NAR settlement.


    Have you ever struggled to verbalize the value of global mobility? Are you curious how others have successfully achieved corporate buy-in with mobility-related projects? Join us for an interactive Value Proposition of Global Mobility workshop where we will tackle the challenges and objections to global mobility support, from both an internal organization and supplier perspective. In small groups representing various industry sectors, we will learn from each other and workshop real-life scenarios on how to achieve buy-in for your most pressing mobility tasks. Attendees will walk away with tangible examples of how to successfully communicate the value proposition of global mobility within their own organizations, for their clients, and their partners.

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    Hotel Information

    MERC has secured discounted rates and reserved room blocks at the following hotels conveniently located close to Huntington Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis, MN. 

    Courtyard by Marriott ($159 per night)

    1500 Washington Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55454


    Call the hotel direct at 612-333-4646

    Or use this booking link to make your reservation

    Last day to book: July 30, 2024


    Hilton Garden Inn ($148 per night)

    511 Huron Blvd

    Minneapolis, MN 55414


    Call the hotel direct at 800-445-8667 and reference code 914

    Or use this booking link to make your reservation

    Last day to book: July 30, 2024

    The Graduate Hotel ($199 per night)

    615 Washington Ave

    Minneapolis, MN 55414  


    Call the hotel direct at 612-379-8888

    Or use this booking link to make your reservation

    Last day to book: July 30, 2024



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