REGISTERED ACTIVITIES/EVENTS

GEW 2011

Young Entrepreneur Summit

Ames, Iowa

9 November 2011-10 November 2011

Rural YES Summit Purposes: • To Share Ideas and Strategies for Improving Entrepreneur Development in Rural America • To Share Success Stories that Recognize Young & Emerging Rural Entrepreneurs • To Encourage Networking Among Emerging Rural Entrepreneurs & Support Networks • To Foster Communication Among Entrepreneurs & Development Leaders in Rural America 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM 3rd Floor Scheman, Iowa State Center, Ames, IA Nov. 9th 2011 • Hear about federal initiatives to enhance enterprise success from SBA Deputy Administrator Marie Johns and USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Doug O’Brien • Hear about state strategies and perspectives for enhancing the opportunity for successful rural entrepreneurship from Governor Terry Branstad & Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds • Be inspired by stories from Successful Young and Emerging Rural Entrepreneurs across Iowa • Learn about Local and Regional Initiatives to Cultivate Rural Entrepreneurs • Discuss Ways to Improve Odds for Enterprise Success with other Rural Entrepreneurs • Connect with Rural Entrepreneurial Support Networks during a free Iowa Food Reception • Add Rural Capital & Coaching Networks to your own social network