About The Event
Farm Mutual Forum is an annual gathering of small-to-medium sized farm mutual insurance company leaders. At Forum, managers, directors, state association leaders, emerging leaders, and industry service partners alike can benefit from the opportunity to come together, learn, and grow as an industry.
I thought that it all went great. The sessions are always informative, but I really enjoy the chance to interact with peers and get to obtain other perspectives on running a farm mutual.
Secretary/Treasurer, Hamlet Mutual Insurance Company
Event Details
Event Type
- Executive Event
Delivery Type
- In-Person
Location
- JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America
- Minneapolis
- Minnesota
- United States
Registration Fees
Registration Type | On or before March 21, 2025 |
---|---|
MIP/MID Certified | $800 |
Member/Sponsor | $900 |
Multi-Attendee | $875 |
Nonmember Carrier | $1,100 |
Nonmember Vendor | $1,345 |
Registration Categories
PFMM/FMDC Certified: Those who have earned their NAMIC Professional Farm Mutual Manager (PFMM) or Farm Mutual Director Certification (FMDC) designations.
NAMIC Member Multi-Attendee: More than one attendee from the same NAMIC member primary insurance company.
NAMIC Member/Sponsor: Employees from a NAMIC member company or employees from a company which is a confirmed sponsor of the conference. To register as a sponsor, please follow the steps within your sponsorship confirmation email.
Nonmember Primary Insurance Company: Employees from a primary insurance carrier where the company is not a NAMIC member.
Nonmember Vendor: Employee from a vendor company (i.e. not a primary insurance company or NAMIC member) who are not sponsoring or exhibiting at the conference. This category can receive a discounted registration with a sponsorship.
Optional Activity Registrations
Optional activity information will be available soon. Please check back for more information.
Registration Confirmation
You will receive a detailed email confirmation upon successful completion of the registration process for this event; please make sure to enter a valid email address on the registration form. If you have any questions regarding your registration, please e-mail events@namic.org or call 800.336.2642.
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Registration Cancellations
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to registrar@namic.org.
The following cancellation rules apply to event registrations only. Please see sponsor and exhibitor service agreements for applicable rules regarding these items.
Cancellations on or Before April 19, 2025
Cancellation requests received in writing between the time of registration and 31 days prior to the first scheduled day of the event: Event registrations can be transferred to another individual at no cost or refunded minus a $50 cancellation fee. Optional activities and guest registration fees will be refunded minus a $10 cancellation fee per activity/guest.
Cancellations After April 19, 2025
Cancellation requests received within 30 days of the first scheduled day of the event: NAMIC will not refund registration fees. All optional activity registration fees are nonrefundable. However, all registrations, including those for optional activities, can be transferred to another individual at no cost.
ADA Accommodations
In accordance with Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, we invite all registrants to advise us of any disability and any requests for accommodation to that disability. Please submit your request as far as possible in advance of the program.
Event Details
Event Type
- Executive Event
Delivery Type
- In-Person
Location
- JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America
- Minneapolis
- Minnesota
- United States
Agenda Overview
2025 Agenda Topics
- Managing Relationships With Reinsurers
- Measuring Success and Achieving Growth as a Mutual
- Farm Industry Economic Outlook
- Tips and Tools: Microsoft Excel Workshop
- CAT Modeling for Severe Thunderstorms
- Emerging Trends in Farm Operations
- Handling the Influx of Public Adjusters, Contractors, and Storm Chasers
- Managing Through a Merger
- Changes in Available Coverages
- Underwriting Endorsements
- Developing Catastrophe Plans for Your Mutual
- Human Resources for New Managers
- Loss Prevention Through Farm Structure Materials
- Nuts and Bolts of Claims Management
- Navigating Succession Planning
- Refining Your Negotiation Skills
Monday, May 19, 2025
5:30 pm
10:15 pm
Optional Activity To Be Announced
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
8:00 am
5:15 pm
Registration and Event Information Desk
The Registration and Event Information Desk is the main hub for event information and badge pick-up. NAMIC staff will be on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have during the event.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
8:30 am
10:00 am
Certification Session: Corporate Governance and the Role of the Board
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
8:30 am
11:15 am
Optional Workshop: Leadership Development
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
8:30 am
11:15 am
Optional Workshop: Leadership Development
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
10:00 am
10:15 am
Networking Break
Join us to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
10:15 am
11:15 am
Certification Session: Understanding Company Financials and Key Metrics
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
11:30 am
12:30 pm
Optional Networking Lunch
Join us for an optional pre-event networking lunch to connect with your fellow attendees prior to the official start of Farm Mutual Forum. Take this time to eat lunch and make connections that will last throughout the event.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
12:30 pm
1:00 pm
Networking Break
Join us to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
12:30 pm
6:30 pm
Sponsor Showcase
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
1:00 pm
2:15 pm
NAMIC Welcome and Opening General Session
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
2:15 pm
2:35 pm
Networking Break
Join us to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
2:35 pm
3:25 pm
Educational Sessions
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
3:25 pm
3:45 pm
Networking Break
Join us to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
3:45 pm
5:15 pm
Peer-to-Peer Roundtable Discussions
Join fellow farm mutual industry professionals in roundtable discussions focused on emerging issues, professional development, and industry hot topics.
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
5:15 pm
6:30 pm
Welcome Reception
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
6:30 pm
9:00 pm
NAMIC PAC Activity To Be Announced
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
7:30 am
9:00 am
Attendee Breakfast
Join fellow attendees for a hot breakfast and cup of coffee to charge up before sessions kick off for the day.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
7:30 am
4:30 pm
Registration and Event Information Desk
NAMIC staff will be on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have during the event.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
7:30 am
4:30 pm
Sponsor Showcase
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
9:00 am
9:50 am
Educational Sessions
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
9:50 am
10:10 am
Networking Break
Join us to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
10:10 am
11:00 am
Educational Sessions
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
11:00 am
11:20 am
Networking Break
Join us to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
11:20 am
12:10 pm
Educational Sessions
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
12:10 pm
1:10 pm
Attendee Lunch
Grab some food from a hot buffet and mingle with fellow attendees over the lunch break. You are welcome to come and go at your convenience.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
1:10 pm
2:00 pm
Educational Sessions
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
2:00 pm
2:20 pm
Networking Break
Join us to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
2:20 pm
3:10 pm
Educational Sessions
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
3:10 pm
3:30 pm
Networking Break
Join us to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
3:30 pm
4:20 pm
Closing General Session
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
6:30 pm
8:30 pm
Optional Activity To Be Announced
Thursday, May 22, 2025
7:30 am
8:30 am
Certification Roundtable Breakfasts
Thursday, May 22, 2025
7:30 am
11:30 am
Registration and Event Information Desk
NAMIC staff will be on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have during the event.
Thursday, May 22, 2025
8:30 am
9:15 am
Certification Session
Thursday, May 22, 2025
9:15 am
9:30 am
Networking Break
Join us to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Thursday, May 22, 2025
9:30 am
10:15 am
Certification Session
Location
- Minneapolis
- Minnesota
JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America
2141 Lindau Lane
Bloomington, MN 55425
Hotel
JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America
Ph: Ph: (612) 615-0100
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 12:00 pm
Event Hotel Rate and Cut Off Date
Rate: $219 plus taxes per night
Farm Mutual Forum attendees are responsible for making their own travel and hotel arrangements. A set number of rooms are available at the group rate for registered conference attendees until Monday, April 21, 2025, or until the group block is sold out, whichever comes first. After this time, the hotel has the right to sell any available rooms at a rate which they choose. While NAMIC studies past attendance trends and the needs of our members, we cannot guarantee rooms will be available. Please plan ahead and secure a reservation as soon as possible to receive the group rate.
To ensure that enough hotel rooms are available for conference attendees, NAMIC reserves the right to limit attendees to one room per registered attendee within the discounted guest room block. If this occurs, additional rooms can be reserved at the hotel’s list rates as long as rooms are available.
Travel
Airport Information
Minneapolis – St. Paul International Airport (MSP): The Minneapolis – St Paul International Airport is located approximately 6 miles from the JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America. For a list of airlines serving the Minneapolis – St Paul International Airport, please click here.
Ground Transportation
The JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America is an approximately 15-minute drive from the Minneapolis – St. Paul International Airport. Click here for more information on ground transportation options.
Parking
Event Self-Parking – $15
Event Valet Parking – $19
Overnight Valet – $34 per day
Please visit the hotel’s website for additional information, maps, and driving directions.
For more information on sponsoring Farm Mutual Forum, please contact our sponsorship team at sponsorship@namic.org.
If you would like to learn more about NAMIC’s sponsorship and advertising program, please click here.
Event Sponsors
FAQs
How do I obtain an advance copy of the attendee list?
In an effort to provide our sponsors, speakers, and attendees the best level of service, we will send an electronic list of current event registrants to the attendee or email listed as the main contact as follows:
- Attendees: A minimum of 10 days out from the event, in the pre-conference communication email;
- Sponsors: Approximately 60 days in advance of the event with paid sponsorship;
- Exhibitors: Approximately 30 days in advance of the event with paid booth registration; and
- Speakers: Approximately 30 days from the event.
Do I have to be a Professional Farm Mutual Manager to attend?
ou do not have to be PFMM-certified to attend. However, a majority of attendees have either earned their PFMM designation or are working toward earning the designation.
If I already have my PFMM designation, do I have to attend the PFMM sessions?
If you are attending the Farm Mutual Forum for PFMM maintenance, you are welcome to attend any sessions you choose.
Do I have to attend the same type of session during every time slot?
No, you do not. The only sessions that are required are the PFMM courses for those who are working towards their PFMM designation. There does not have to be consistency in the types of sessions you choose to attend. We encourage you to attend courses that you will find most beneficial.
How do I add Optional Activities to my registration?
To register for optional activities, simply select them when registering. If you are already registered, you can add activities to your existing registration by referencing your confirmation email. The subject line of that email contains the words “NAMIC” and “Registration Confirmation” and you can click the link at the top that reads “To make changes to your registration, please click here.” If you have any issues registering for optional activities, please email events@namic.org.
I’m interested in speaking at this event. How can I submit a proposal?
To learn more about how to submit a speaking proposal for this event and other NAMIC events, please visit our Become a Speaker page.
I am unable to attend the event in person. Is there an option to attend virtually?
No, this event is only being offered in-person.
How can I access presentations and event materials?
Please refer to the link in your pre-conference communication to access presentation slides and other event materials like the attendee list.
What registration payment options are available?
The online registration system accepts credit card payments, check payments, and multiple registrations under the same payment method.
When and how is registration confirmation sent?
Confirmation is sent via email, so please enter a valid email address. Paying online with a credit card allows for the most expedient confirmation. Confirmation will be sent immediately after you submit your credit card information.
What does my registration include?
Registration fees include access to all educational sessions, speaker presentation materials, session recordings, and the attendee list.
Does my registration include a hotel reservation?
No, you will need to make a room reservation Please review the Hotel & Travel tab above for more information on how to secure your reservation.
I am registered but my plans changed, and I am unable to attend. What do I do?
Please visit the Registration tab above to read about our cancellation policies.
What happens to my registration if NAMIC cancels the event?
Attendees will be notified in writing within 48 hours of formal decision of cancellation. If NAMIC cancels an in-person event, attendees can convert their registrations to virtual, if applicable, and receive a refund of the difference between registration fees. Attendees can also choose to receive a full refund of registration fees. Optional activity and guest registrations will be automatically refunded.
NAMIC will provide specific instructions for cancelling hotel rooms at the official event hotel. Additional travel arrangements must be cancelled by individuals.
How can I request an ADA accommodation?
In accordance with Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, we invite all registrants to advise us of any disability and any requests for accommodation to that disability. Please submit your request to events@namic.org as far as possible in advance of the program.
Further Questions?
If you have any questions regarding the event, contact the Events team at events@namic.org or call 317.875.5250 and ask for the Education and Events department.
Event Sponsors
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