Proposals for Presentations, Keynote Speaker Announcement & Registration Opens October 1
Request for Presentation Proposals
Planning for the 2027 Midwest Regional Conference is in full swing, and our request for presentation proposals for the conference has opened! We're seeking breakout sessions on a variety of topics, and we know how much expertise our affiliate network holds. Please see the flyer below for details, and consider submitting a proposal—a past session you've presented or an idea for a new and timely topic.
Please also share this request for proposals with others in your affiliate or network who have relevant expertise. We look forward to offering a variety of breakout sessions to strengthen the knowledge and skill set of our Midwest Habitat network.
Submit your proposal here by October 30, 2026. Alternatively, you may submit a Word Document or PDF addressing the prompts in this PDF. Please answer all required questions for your proposal to be considered and send to kaitlyn.meyers@habitatminnesota.org.
Introducing the Keynote Speaker!
Dr. Ramon Pastrano, CEO and Founder of Third Sphere
We are thrilled to announce Dr. Ramon Pastrano as the keynote speaker for the 2027 Habitat for Humanity Midwest Regional Conference!
As founder of Third Sphere LLC, Dr. Pastrano draws on decades of experience building healthy culture, high-performing teams, and empowering leaders to drive meaningful, sustainable change. In his inspiring keynote, Dr. Pastrano will reframe emotional intelligence as a foundational leadership strength for today's increasingly complex world and identify how leading from strength enhances resilience and organizational effectiveness. Participants will leave with actionable practices for leading themselves and others with greater confidence, purpose, and impact.
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from this highly anticipated speaker and be part of the conversation. We look forward to seeing you there!
Registration opens October 1st
Look for the announcement in our October ASO Newsletter.
Find out more: https://habitatmidwestconference.org/