A special invitation | Aviation & Economic Development

Aviation & Economic Development

You are invited to a special forum on October 11 about the impact aviation has on economic development in Minnesota.

Local aviation, business leaders, and economic development experts will share insights about the influence of airports on rural Minnesota. Enjoy light appetizers, network with industry experts, and leave with a greater knowledge of the 10 airports in Region Nine and their impact.

October 11 | 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.

South Central Service Cooperative

2075 Lookout Drive

North Mankato, MN

Special Guest Speaker

Special guest Brian Ryks of the Metropolitan Airports Commission will present on how the organization is preparing for the upcoming Super Bowl and discuss capital improvement projects at the MSP airport. There will also be a panel discussion with regional experts.

Read Brian's Bio

Event Agenda

4:30

Social Hour & Networking

5:00

Presentation by Kevin Carlson, Planning Program Coordinator, MnDOT Aeronautics

5:15

Panel Discussion Featuring:

Wayne Kahler, Kahler Automation

Cassandra Isackson, MnDOT Aernoautics

Lee Steinkamp, Fairmont Airport

Cheri Rohlfing, Delta Airlines Pilot, MSUM Adjunct Aviation Professor

6:00

Presentation by Brian Ryks, Metropolitan Airports Commission