1050 Forward to Host Inaugural Micropolitan Summit on April 1, 2025

1050 Forward is set to host its inaugural Micropolitan Summit - a convening especially for communities with populations between 10,000 and 50,000 people. Dozens of leaders across Oklahoma have already registered to attend and space will be limited.

April 1, 2025
9AM - 4PM
OSU ConocoPhillips Alumni Center
Stillwater, OK

The Summit is a premier event dedicated to empowering leaders in small and mid-sized communities to tackle big challenges and seize bold opportunities.

Hosted in Stillwater, OK, on April 1, this one-day summit will bring together civic leaders, business innovators, economic developers, and community advocates to explore strategies for growth, collaboration, and sustainable development in micropolitan areas.

Inspiring Keynotes: Learn from nationally recognized experts, including Matt Dunne, founder of the Center on Rural Innovation.

Focused Breakout Sessions: Engage in hands-on workshops addressing critical topics like housing solutions and water infrastructure improvements—key challenges for many micropolitan communities.

Networking Opportunities: Build valuable relationships with fellow attendees, share success stories, and forge partnerships to drive innovation in your community.

Attendees will leave equipped with actionable insights, valuable connections, and a renewed sense of possibility for their communities.

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