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Keynote: Now What? Smoothly Sailing our Fairs through Uncharted Waters

Date: Oct 16, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM
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Presented by: Jeremy Parsons, CEO Iowa State Fair

Inflation, declining rural population, aging volunteers, apathetic boards, youth violence, and expensive entertainment are just some of the “uncharted waters” that our fairs are facing today. Climb aboard as we set sail to navigate these waters with practical, hands-on tools to ensure your fair makes it safely to shore.

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Keynote: Now What? Smoothly Sailing our Fairs through Uncharted Waters
Oct 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM
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