Summer Breeze at Madden's on Gull Lake
7/28/2026 - 7/30/2026
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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 ★
Thank you to the following Sponsors: Amrize, Ash Grove, Bryan Rock Products, Eco Material Technologies, GCC, Graymont, Heidelberg Materials, Knife River, L.G Everist, National Mineral Corporation, Purple Wave, Rock on Trucks, Quikrete Cement and Tread Technologies
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
NETWORKING AND RECREATION
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM The 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 Road, Brainerd |
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Madden’s Wilson Bay Deck Reception sponsored by Knife River NETWORKING | Welcome Reception and Networking Kick off the event with drinks & appetizers, introductions, and a few lively networking activities 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. |
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 Anderson 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 failures and the hard-won lessons that followed. |
9:30 AM to 9:45 AM | Break |
9:45 AM to 10:45 AM Anderson 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 Anderson 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. Educational workshops are in the Anderson Room – Town Hall Conference Center.
12:00 PM to 12:30 PM Lunch sponsored by Quick Supply | 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 Gull Lake or golfing. |
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM | 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. *Workshop attendance must be indicated during registration. | TRACK B | NETWORKING AND LEISURE Leisure Activities Continue Enjoy the afternoon on Gull Lake or golfing. |
1:30 PM to 2:00 PM | TRACK A | BREAK Take a break between workshop sessions. | |
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM | 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. | TRACK B | NETWORKING AND LEISURE Leisure Activities Continue Enjoy the afternoon on Gull Lake or golfing. |
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM Social Sailing begins from the Marina. Sponsored by Rock on Trucks and Sika | TRACK A | NETWORKING EVENT Social Sailing: A Networking Excursion Sponsored pontoon cruise on Gull Lake with beverages. Open to all Track A attendees. | |
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM NETWORKING | Evening Reception Two Complimentary drink tickets provided. Mingle and unwind before dinner. | |
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM NETWORKING | Dinner on Your Own Explore Madden's dining options or venture out with colleagues. Reservations required for Mission Point and Fairways Restaurant | |
9:00pm O’Madden Pub at Madden Inn NETWORKING | Karaoke Night Optional after dinner entertainment. Come show off your vocal talents! | |
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Meetings will be in the Anderson Room in the Town Hall Conference Center
LEGISLATIVE AND ASSOCIATION BUSINESS
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. |
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM LEGISLATIVE | PAC Meeting Political Action Committee meeting. Review legislative priorities, funding, and upcoming initiatives. |
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM ASSOCIATION | Board of Directors Meeting Strategic planning and association oversight. This meeting is open to all members and attendees. 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 ARM 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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