NEW LOCATION!
Digital Ag Innovation Lab
3800 University Blvd
Suite 1220
Ames, Iowa 50010
Agenda
Thursday, October 16th
8:00
8:30
8:45
9:30
10:00
10:30
11:15
12:00
1:00
2:30
3:00
3:45
Coffee/Check-in (Burgies Coffee)
Welcome Address | Governor Thomas Vilsack
Morning Keynote | Finding a Way: Building a Business on Three Continents, Lucas Horsche
Startup Case Studies | Solinftec, PowerPollen, and Pivot Bio
Panel Discussion | Moderated by Scott Holmstrom
Networking Break
Fireside Chat | Bridging Today's Investment with Tomorrow's Needs, Macro Santos
Lunch & Networking
Workshop | Shock the System: Building Resilient Business Strategies, Renee Vassilos
Networking Break
Afternoon Keynote
Award Presentation & Door Prizes
Friday, October 17th
8:30
9:00
10:30
12:00
1:00
3:00
Load Bus
Alliant Energy Solar Farm
Gross-Wen Technology Tour
Lunch (Provisons)
Startup Field Day Demos | Salin 247, ReEnvision Ag, Terraform Tillage, and Poultry Patrol
Wrap Up
Speakers
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Ag-Tech Awards:
Once again this year at the Unconference, we will recognize two recipients for their achievements in ag-tech with the Ag-Tech Founder of the Year award and Ag-Tech Startup of the Year award! Nominations will close September 30th.
AG-TECH FOUNDER OF THE YEAR:
You do not need to be the CEO to receive this award but you do need to be the founder of a for-profit entity that is on the trajectory to raise or has raised venture capital.
This award will go to a founder who best embodies the following qualities:
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High leadership capacity
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Customer obsessed
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Data driven
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Ability to overcome obstacles/challenges
Sponsored by: Iowa Farm Bureau
AG-TECH STARTUP OF THE YEAR:
You do not have to be generating revenue, but you do need to be a for-profit entity that is on the trajectory to raise or has raised venture capital.
This award will go to a startup that best represents the following:
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Has or has the ability to create meaningful customer impact
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Innovative technology
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Achieved significant growth/milestones
Sponsored by: Dentons Davis Brown
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Ag Unconference located? Digital Ag Innovation Lab: 3800 University Blvd Suite 1220 Ames, Iowa 50010
What hotel should I stay at while in Ames? Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites, 2500 University Blvd, Ames, IA 50010 or
Radisson Hotel Ames Conference Center at ISU, 2609 University Blvd, Ames, IA 50010 will be the closest hotels.
Where should I park at? There is free, available parking in the Digital Ag Innovation Lab parking lot.
What is the dress code for the Ag Unconference? The dress code is business casual.
What should I expect at the Ag Unconference? The Ag Unconference is unlike any traditional conference. This dynamic event fosters open dialogue and brings meaningful connections to founders and investors in the ag-tech space. This year’s agenda includes a lineup of industry veterans and startup founders who will share their insight on high-tech hardware.
Who should attend the Ag Unconference? Founders eager to learn from like-minded entrepreneurs, investors looking to discover and support innovative ventures, entrepreneurial-minded individuals interested in ag-tech.
Why should I attend the Ag Unconference? Connect with industry leaders and emerging talents, collaborate on innovative ideas and solutions, inspire and be inspired by the community’s brightest minds.