Look back at this year's conference, and share some of your own highlights in the comments below!
Incoming president Mike Mornson, LMC Board of Directors Member D. Love, and past president Heidi Omerza helped facilitate the first-time attendee meetup on Wednesday. |
The World Beat Drummers from Myers-Wilkins Elementary School in Duluth called attendees to the ballroom for the opening ceremony. |
Wednesday's keynote speaker Kim Lear offered insight into how different generations can understand each other better and communicate more effectively in the workplace and beyond. |
The exhibit hall on Wednesday night gave city officials a chance to meet with vendors and mingle. |
Just a little lake-themed fun! The lounge area provided a "campfire" and music from Duluth-based band Wood Blind. |
Thursday started off with an energetic presentation from keynote speaker Dave Meslin about rethinking community engagement. |
St. Peter City Administrator Todd Prafke helps facilitate an educational session. |
Executive Director David Unmacht shakes the hand of 2018-2019 LMC Board President Heidi Omerza, city councilmember in Ely. |
Board elections were held during the annual business meeting on Thursday following the nominating committee interviews. Standing is 2nd VP Rita Albrecht, mayor of Bemidji. |
Longtime Member Services Director Kevin Frazell was recognized at Thursday's Awards Dinner. Frazell will be retiring in August. |
Meeting with other city officials is part of the excitement of any League event! |
Gov. Tim Walz (center) meets with one of Friday's panel guests Dave Durenberger and panel moderator Lori Sturdevant. |
Photos by LMC staffer Eric Haugen