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Join us for the 2026 MERC Annual Fall Conference!


Pre-Conference Activities

Tuesday, September 22nd

Brookview Golf Course

316 Brookview Pkwy S, Golden Valley, MN 55426

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Golf with us at Brookview:

First tee time is 11am for an 18 hole scramble. 

Golf groups will have the opportunity to purchase mulligans with the proceeds going towards MERC Community Cares Charitable donation.  There will be prizes for closest to the pin on par threes and overall lowest scores.  

If you register for golf, keep an eye out for follow up communications with all the details and know before you go info.  You will have the chance to pre-select your foursome or the MERC team can pair you up.

Reach out to JackSilver@rocketmortgage.com with all golf related questions

Welcome Reception at Brookview:

4pm - 7pm 

Whether you golf or join us later,  MERC’s Annual Conference Welcome Reception  will feature lawn bowling, heavy apps, and networking.


Full Day Conference

Wednesday September 23rd

Interlachen Country Club

6200 Interlachen Blvd, Edina, MN  55436

Program Agenda:

 8:30AM -  9:00AM Corporate Registration

 9:00AM - 10:00AM International Corporate Roundtable (Corporates Only)

 9:30AM - 10:00AM Service Provider Registration

10:05AM - 10:15AM Welcome, President & Sponsor Recognition


10:15AM - 11:05AM You Betcha, Talent Has Changed: Workforce, Mobility, Technology & Building the Employer of Choice (Keynote)

Laurin Cathey, CHRO | Minnesota Children's


11:05AM - 11:15AM Networking Break


11:15AM - 12:00PM The Sauna Session: What's Heating Up Across Mobility (Vertical Updates)


12:00PM -  1:00PM Lunch


 1:05PM -  2:15PM Supplier Session | Concurrent Session


 1:05Pm -  2:15PM  Domestic Corporate Roundtable (Corporates Only)


 2:15PM -  2:30PM Networking Break


 2:40Pm -  3:35PM Hotdish Economics: Is Relocation Worth the Investment?

Workshop with Jonathan Frick, Vice President, Technology & Reporting, Odyssey Relocation


 3:35PM -  3:45PM Wrap-Up


 3:45PM -  5:00PM Raffle & Networking Reception



Sponsorships Available!

Interested in sponsoring our annual conference?
We would love your support! 

Please check out our Sponsorship page for more details!  


Accommodations:

Courtyard by Marriott Minneapolis West

https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mspcw-courtyard-minneapolis-west/overview/

Rooms are subject to availability, so attendees are encouraged to reserve early.




Merc Education Events

MERC holds several education and networking events per year, with registration open to all members and guests. Meetings include presentations from industry experts, networking, activities that support our charitable organization and a social hour after the meeting. MERC is committed to providing credential maintenance for ERC credits.



Community Cares Events

The mission of MERC Community Cares is to provide charitable outreach to individuals and families in need of support. Through fundraising drives and charity events, MERC and it’s member community support organizations in their efforts to end hunger, poverty and homelessness, improve the lives of children and care for the elderly.

Visit the MERC Community Cares page to learn more.


Non-Solicitation Policy

MERC events provide a safe environment where both Corporate Members and Service Providers can feel comfortable and are able to focus on their education and professional development. MERC has a strict non-solicitation policy. To maintain a professional and respectful environment at MERC events, attendees are not allowed to openly solicit other attendees, unless it is specifically requested.


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