Tourism and Trending Topics | A Special Session Wrap Up with Explore MN and Local Legislators
Date and Time
Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM CDT
11:30 AM | Registration
12 PM | Program Begins, Welcome Remarks
12:15 PM | Keynote by Lauren Bennett McGinty, Executive Director of Explore MN
12:45 PM | Session Wrap Up/Legislative Discussion with area legislators
1:15 PM | Q&A
1:30 PM | Adjourn
Location
Courtyards of Andover
13545 Martin St NW
Andover, MN 55304
Fees/Admission
MetroNorth Member | $35
General Public | $40
Contact Information
Lori Higgins
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Description
Join us for an insightful luncheon exploring the intersection of tourism, policy, and business in Minnesota. This special session wrap-up brings together state leaders and industry experts to discuss the latest trends and issues shaping our local economy. In addition, we will be honoring the late Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman. All members are encouraged to attend and show their support.
Lauren Bennett McGinty, Executive Director of Explore Minnesota, will begin by offering a deep dive into tourism's role in regional economic growth. Following her keynote, area legislators will share updates from the recent legislative session, concluding with audience Q&A.
