WHY SHOULD BOARD MEMBERS ATTEND THIS EVENT?

The Leadership Seminar is a dynamic training event designed specifically for rural water board members and decision-makers. This annual seminar focuses on strengthening leadership skills, enhancing board governance, and providing valuable insights into the challenges and responsibilities of managing rural water systems.

Participants benefit from engaging presentations by industry experts, peer-to-peer networking opportunities, and practical takeaways that strengthen board effectiveness and organizational resilience. Whether you're newly elected or a seasoned board member, this event provides valuable guidance to help navigate the evolving challenges facing rural water systems.
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Whether you're a seasoned board member or new to the role, the Leadership Seminar offers tools and training to support effective leadership, build strong systems, and foster continued success in rural water management.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Attendee registration includes dinner tickets to the President's Reception Dinner on Wednesday evening. Dinner tickets for spouses/guests can be purchased for $30.

ATTENDEE REGISTRATION (Includes President's Reception Dinner Ticket)

• $200/person until October 25th
• $225 after October 26th

PRESIDENT'S RECEPTION DINNER TICKETS (For Spouses and Guests)

• $30 (Dinner Only)
  • Note that Dinner Tickets are included in the cost of Attendee Registration​

REGISTRATION OPENS IN SEPTEMBER

HOTEL INFORMATION

HOST HOTEL

Ramkota Hotel & Convention Center | 920 W. Sioux Avenue | Pierre, SD
605-224-6877

Nearby Hotels:
CLUBHOUSE – 605-494-2582
DAYS INN – 605-224-0411
GOVERNOR'S INN – 605-224-4200
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS – 605-223-9045
BAYMONT INN & SUITES – 605-224-4140

SCHEDULE

2025 AGENDA

Wednesday – November 19
1:00 – Welcome – Lloyd Poppens, SDARWS Board President

• Pledge of Allegiance
• Agenda Review

1:15 – Session 1
2:15 – Break
2:30 – Session 2
3:30 – Session 3
4:30 – Adjourn
5:30 – President’s Reception
6:00 – Dinner & Rural Water Hall of Fame Inductions

Thursday – November 20
8:00 – Reconvene & Agenda Review
​8:15 – Session 4
9:00 – Break
9:15 – Session 5
​10:00    Break
10:15 – Session 6
11:00 – Session 7
11:45 – Closing Comments – Lloyd Poppens, SDARWS Board President, & Jeremiah Corbin, SDARWS Executive Director