Summer Breeze at Madden's on Gull Lake
7/28/2026 - 7/30/2026
Description
ARM SUMMER BREEZE 2026 Education and Networking Program Madden's on Gull Lake | July 28–30, 2026 |
★ PDH Hours Available for Designated Education and Workshop Sessions ★
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
NETWORKING AND RECREATION
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM Gravel Pit Golf Course NETWORKING | Lunch and Golf Outing Enjoy lunch and a round of golf at The Gravel Pit. All skill levels welcome. You do not need to be an experienced golfer to join. Gravel Pit Golf Course: 17300 Gull River Rd, Brainerd |
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Madden's Wilson Bay Deck NETWORKING | Welcome Reception and Networking Kick off the event with drinks, introductions, and a lively round of Networking Bingo to help you connect with fellow attendees. Legislators invited. |
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM Madden's Wilson Bay Deck NETWORKING | Kickoff Dinner Enjoy dinner with colleagues as we officially open ARM Summer Breeze 2026. |
9:00 PM OPTIONAL | Karaoke Night Optional after-dinner entertainment. Come show off your vocal talents! |
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
MORNING EDUCATION SESSIONS
7:00 AM to 8:30 AM NETWORKING | Breakfast Enjoy a breakfast buffet at Fairways Restaurant on your own or with colleagues before the morning sessions begin. |
8:30 AM to 9:30 AM Pillsbury Room in the Town Hall Conference Center EDUCATION | Industry Round Table I: Uncomfortable Lessons from Projects That Went Sideways ★ PDH A candid panel discussion exploring real project problems and the hard-won lessons that followed. |
9:30 AM to 9:45 AM | Break |
9:45 AM to 10:45 AM Pillsbury Room in the Town Hall Conference Center EDUCATION | Industry Round Table II: How Much Change Can the Industry Absorb at Once? ★ PDH New materials, new specifications, new expectations. A discussion on managing rapid evolution in the concrete and aggregate industry. |
10:45 AM to 11:00 AM | Break |
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Pillsbury Room in the Town Hall Conference Center EDUCATION | Industry Round Table III: Beyond the Diploma. Building the Workforce of Tomorrow ★ PDH A leadership discussion covering career development, talent retention, workforce training, and the evolving value of a college degree for the next generation. |
AFTERNOON: CHOOSE YOUR TRACK
Wednesday afternoon features two parallel tracks. Please indicate your workshop attendance preference during registration. Track A seats are limited.
12:00 PM to 12:30 PM Educational workshops in the Town Hall Conference Center | TRACK A | EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS Lunch for Workshop Attendees Lunch provided for Track A participants. | TRACK B | NETWORKING AND LEISURE Afternoon Leisure Begins Enjoy the afternoon on your own or with colleagues. Optional activities include golf, guided boat outings, and paddleboarding. |
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM Educational workshops in the Town Hall Conference Center | TRACK A | EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS Workshop: PavementDesigner Software ★ PDH Learn to use the Pavement Designer software, covering applications for parking lots, airport pavements, and city streets. *Please indicate workshop attendance on registration form. | TRACK B | NETWORKING AND LEISURE Leisure Activities Continue Enjoy the afternoon on your own or with colleagues. Optional golf, guided boat outings, and paddleboarding available. |
1:30 PM to 2:00 PM | TRACK A | BREAK Take a break between workshop sessions. | |
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Educational workshops in the Town Hall Conference Center | TRACK A | EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS Workshop: Concrete Submittals ★ PDH Learn how to produce high-quality, accurate submittal packages. A practical session for engineers and contractors alike. *Please indicate workshop attendance on registration form. | TRACK B | NETWORKING AND LEISURE Leisure Activities Continue Enjoy the afternoon on your own or with colleagues. Optional golf, guided boat outings, and paddleboarding available. |
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM Social Sailing begins from Mission Point | TRACK A | NETWORKING EVENT Social Sailing: A Networking Excursion A sponsored afternoon networking pontoon cruise featuring drinks. Open to all Track A attendees. | TRACK B | NETWORKING AND LEISURE Leisure Activities Continue Enjoy the afternoon on your own or with colleagues. Optional golf, guided boat outings, and paddleboarding available. |
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM Mission Point at Madden's on Gull Lake NETWORKING | Evening Reception Complimentary drink tickets provided. Mingle and unwind at the Mission Point Restaurant Patio. |
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM NETWORKING | Dinner on Your Own Explore Madden's dining options or venture out with colleagues. |
Thursday, July 30, 2026
LEGISLATIVE AND ASSOCIATION BUSINESS
7:00 AM to 8:30 AM NETWORKING | Breakfast Enjoy breakfast at the Fairways Restaurant on your own or with colleagues before the morning sessions begin. |
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Pillsbury Room in the Town Hall Conference Center LEGISLATIVE | PAC Meeting Political Action Committee meeting. Review legislative priorities, funding, and upcoming initiatives. Location is Pillsbury Room at Town Hall Conference Center. |
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Pillsbury Room in the Town Hall Conference Center ASSOCIATION | Board of Directors Meeting Strategic planning and association oversight. This meeting is open to all members of ARM. If you are interested in getting more involved with ARM, this is an excellent opportunity to observe, engage, and learn how the association operates. |
12:00 PM | Adjournment Thank you for attending Summer Breeze 2026. Safe travels! |
★ PDH Information: Professional Development Hours (PDH) are available for the three Industry Round Table education sessions and both afternoon workshops on Wednesday. Please sign in at each qualifying session to receive credit. Sessions are marked with ★ PDH in this program.
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Brainerd, MN 56401 United States
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