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HighGround Dairy is thrilled to host our third Annual Global Dairy Outlook Conference in the vibrant city of Chicago. Join us for in-depth discussions on the key drivers influencing global markets, fresh insights from around the world, and valuable networking opportunities.
Early Bird registration ENDS SOON and space is limited at the historic Union League Club, so be sure to register promptly to secure your spot!
Any other questions? Email us at info@highgrounddairy.com or click here to contact us.
| 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm |
Opening Reception / Meet & Greet at Elephant & Castle (111 West Adams Street) |
| 8:00 am - 8:30 am |
Registration & Continental Breakfast |
| 8:30 am - 8:45 am |
Opening Remarks Eric Meyer, Founder & President, HighGround Dairy |
| 8:45 am - 10:15 am |
Dairy Market Outlook: US & Global Fundamentals, Price Forecasts, Federal Milk Marketing Order Status Update Alyssa Badger, Vice President, Global Operations & Insights, HighGround Dairy Betty Berning, Contributing Dairy Economist, HighGround Dairy Stu Davison, Senior Manager, Global Market Insights, HighGround Dairy Alex Gambonini, Senior Manager, Advisory Services, HighGround Dairy |
| 10:15 am - 10:30 am |
Break |
| 10:30 am - 12:00 pm |
Producer Panel: Boots on the Ground Perspective from US Dairy Producers Moderator: Curtis Bosma, Vice President, Producer Services, HighGround Dairy Bill Wavrin, Sunny Dene Ranch LLC Christina Zuiderveen, Black Soil Dairy LLC (Additional Panelists TBA) |
| 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
Networking Lunch |
| 1:00 pm - 1:55 pm |
Global Weather Outlook: Overview & Potential Impacts on Agriculture Drew Lerner, Founder & President, World Weather Inc. |
| 1:55 pm - 2:05 pm |
Break |
| 2:05 pm - 3:30 pm |
Ag Lending Panel Amanda Durow, Vice President, CoBank Danny Koolhaas, Director of Ag Services, Senior Vice President, Wells Fargo |
| 3:30 pm - 3:45 pm |
Break |
| 3:45 pm - 5:30 pm |
Understanding China: Economics, Policy & Dairy Demand Trends Jeff Goodwin, President & Chief Executive Officer, Pivotal Ingredients Nancy Qian, Professor of Economics, Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University (Additional Panelist TBA) |
| 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
Reception |
| 8:00 am - 8:30 am |
Continental Breakfast |
| 8:30 am - 9:30 am |
European Dairy Industry Deep Dive Christophe Lafougère, Managing Director, GIRA Group |
| 9:30 am - 9:45 am |
Break |
| 9:45 am - 10:45 am |
Navigating the Consumer Landscape: Tom Bailey Tom Bailey, Executive Director: Consumer Foods & Foodservice, Rabobank |
| 10:45 am - 12:00 pm |
Exploring Global Demand Trends in Dairy Proteins Nick Morgan, Managing Director, Nutrition Integrated Jing Hagert, Vice President, Human Nutrition Ingredient Sales, Milk Specialties Global |
| 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm |
Optional Networking Lunch |
More to be announced!
Here are some of our recommendations on where to stay nearby depending on your loyalty preference:
• Union League Club (Conference Host): Call 1.800.443.0578 or Email clubservices@ulcc.org & Reference HighGround Dairy Group for $249/night
• Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
• Hampton Inn Theater District (Hilton Affiliation)
• W Chicago (Marriott Affiliation)
• JW Marriott Chicago
• Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Central Loop
• Canopy by Hilton Chicago Central Loop
• The Buckingham Hotel
Since you are visiting us in our city, here is a guide for you with must-do activities during the long-awaited Chicago summer! The timing of the conference is perfect for you to bring your family and enjoy an extended weekend in the Second City! We Look forward to seeing you in June. Some things featured in the guide below include:
• A complete list of Chicago beaches
• Links to the city's best museums & tours
• Our favorite dive bars and pizza places (all types of crusts included!)
• Unique locations to listen to live music while enjoying the best places around Chicago
Early Bird registration ENDS SOON and space is limited at the historic Union League Club, so be sure to register promptly to secure your spot!
Any other questions? Email us at info@highgrounddairy.com or click here to contact us.