WE Forum

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Valerie Lockhart is the Executive Director of MTN.org (Minnesota Tech Network), where she
leads initiatives that provide hands-on career and technical training in media, technology, and

communications. MTN specializes in upskilling adult learners, including entrepreneurs, college students, and career changers, through programs focused on AI, AR/VR, digital marketing, audio/video production, and emerging tech (blockchain, drones, web3, etc.). Valerie also runs the MN Women in Tech, fostering a community for women in technology through networking, mentorship, and skill-building opportunities.

 
For more information on the We Forum's monthly topics or speakers, you can follow them on their Facebook page HERE or their website HERE.

*WE Forum is hosted by Saint Mary's University of Minnesota - Rochester Campus in partnership with the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, RAEDI, Collider, Copiavia, Rochester Women Magazine, and Elocina.
 

What is the WE Forum?

The Women Entrepreneurs (WE) Forum was launched in 2019 to provide free educational programming for women who are running a business, as well as those who are seeking to start a business. The idea started as a partnership between Saint Mary's University and the Rochester Area Economic Development Inc. (RAEDI). Over the years, the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, Collider Foundation, Copiavia, Rochester Women Magazine, and Elocina have joined as partners. These partnerships are indicative of the desire and commitment of all these organizations to support new business start ups and ensure they have the right training and networks to succeed.

What Happens at our Events?
Each month we hear from speakers who have deep experience in the topic to be discussed. There is lots of room for questions from the attendees to ensure the discussion is relevant, informed by experience, and addresses the real questions women have when running a business.
WE Forum is held on the 3rd Thursday of the month for Workshops and Panels and on the 4th Thursday of the month for Social Connects. There is a rotation of lunch workshops one month, morning panelists the next, and evening social connects the third.

Why Join Us?
These events have proven to be valuable networking and learning events for women business owners. It is a chance to hear from those who have faced the same challenges and hear how they navigated those challenges to become successful entrepreneurs. Join other Rochester area women who are passionate about their ideas and their business. You may find your next client or business partner!


              

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Date and Time

Thursday Aug 27, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM CDT

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Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, Rochester Campus
2900 19th St NW
Rochester, MN 55901

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Registration is Requested
WE Forum Speaker Panels are Free and Open to the Public

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