2026 IACC Fall Conference!
Join us for the 2026 IACC Fall Conference, where chamber professionals from across Iowa will gather to elevate their strategies, strengthen connections, and explore innovative approaches to growing their communities. This year’s theme, Lead Like A Rockstar, is all about turning up the volume on your leadership, amplifying your impact, and taking center stage in your community.
When: October 14-15, 2026
October 14, 2026 | 1:00 -5:00 P.M. & Evening Reception (6:00-7:30 P.M.)
October 15, 2026 | 8:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
Where: Surf Ballroom & Museum
460 N Shore Dr, Clear Lake, IA 50428
Why Attend?
- Expert insights from top industry leaders
- Networking with chamber professionals from across the state
- Actionable strategies to take back to your community
- Fun social events and a chance to experience Clear Lake's vibrant community!
Hotel Information
Coming Soon!
Conference Agenda
Wednesday, October 14th
12:00 p.m. - Exhibitor Set-Up
12:30 p.m. - Registration Open
1:00 p.m. - Official Welcome
Barb DenHerder, IACC Board Chair
Stacy Doughan, President & CEO, Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce | Host Community
1:30 p.m. - Storytelling
Speaker: Lauren Ready
2:30 p.m. - Lauren Contd. (workshop)
3:30 p.m. - Break
3:45 p.m. - Building up a Coalition
Speaker: Robert Medler
5:00 p.m. - Adjourn
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. - Evening Reception | Coordinated by the Host Community
Thursday, October 15th
7:15 a.m. - Registration Open
8:00 a.m. - Welcome
8:15 a.m. - Panel Discussion on Generational Differences
9:15 – 9:30 a.m. - Break | Break into Roundtables
9:30 a.m. - Roundtable
10:15 a.m. - Break
10:30 a.m. - Ethics
Speaker: Robert Medler
11:30 – 11:45 AM – Break
11:45 – 12:45 PM - Debi Durham
12:45 – 1:45 PM - Lunch & Roundtable
2:00 p.m. - End of Conference
