Annual Conference

The Minnesota Association of Government Communicators (MAGC) Annual Conference takes place each fall and brings together more than 300 government communicators for a dynamic day of networking and professional development. Our Annual Conference planning committee works hard each year to develop exceptional programming and speakers covering high-demand topics.

Registration is open to everyone, but MAGC members get a $50 discount on the conference registration fee. Not a member? Subscribe to receive announcements about the Annual Conference and other MAGC events.

Call for Presenters!

The call for presenters for the 2026 MAGC Annual Conference will open on May 1. The form will be open for submissions until May 29.

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Annual Conference FAQ

When is the MAGC Annual Conference?

The date of the MAGC Annual Conference changes each year, but it's typically held in late October. The date and location of the Annual Conference are typically announced in January or February, and information is posted on our Upcoming Events page.

Where is the MAGC Annual Conference held?

The Annual Conference is typically held in the Twin Cities metro area. For the past several years, the Annual Conference has been held at the Heritage Center in Brooklyn Center.

Can non-members attend the Annual Conference?

The MAGC Annual Conference is open to both members and non-members. MAGC members receive a registration discount for the Annual Conference (in addition to the Northern Lights Ceremony and monthly MAGC workshops). If you're not a current member of MAGC, you can join when you register for the Annual Conference to receive a discount on your first year of membership.

Are there vendor or sponsorship opportunities at the Annual Conference?

Yes! MAGC is grateful for the support of our Annual Conference sponsors. Sponsorship opportunities may vary each year. Details are usually shared on the Annual Conference event web page. If you represent a business or vendor that is interested in supporting the Annual Conference, please reach out. You can also subscribe here for updates on sponsorship opportunities.

What is the typical Annual Conference agenda?

There is no typical Annual Conference agenda! The Annual Conference Planning Committee works hard each year to develop updated programming, respond to feedback, and make improvements to the conference. With that said, here's a rough outline of what you might expect:

Breakfast and networking (usually opens around 8am)
Opening keynote speaker
Morning breakout sessions
Mid-day speaker
Lunch and networking
Afternoon breakout sessions
Closing speaker
Happy hour and networking

Can I submit a proposal to speak at the Annual Conference?

MAGC usually opens a Call for Presenters in the spring to help identify speakers for the next Annual Conference. Information about the Call for Presenters will be posted on this page and shared with the MAGC email list.

The Planning Committee is most interested in presenters from the communications field that can offer fresh, timely, and engaging programming that discusses relevant topics and themes. Recent sessions have covered topics including AI principles and policy, social media content creation, digital accessibility, and community outreach.

How do I join the Annual Conference Planning Committee?

MAGC invites members interested in joining the Annual Conference Planning Committee to reach out to our admin team! The committee typically begins meeting in late spring or early summer and continues to meet until October, with meetings increasing in frequency leading up to the conference.