Mark your calendar for the annual Travel Industry Marketing Summit, coming to Medora on October 15, 2026, 10:30 a.m. (MST), at the brand-new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library.
This free event is designed specifically for North Dakota tourism marketing professionals and industry partners. It’s a day to connect with colleagues, hear new insights and get a first look at what’s ahead for North Dakota tourism marketing.
We’ll share the 2027 media plan, upcoming marketing opportunities, and cooperative programs available to industry partners – including those that are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Travel Industry Marketing Summit is an ideal opportunity to hear first-hand the plans for 2027 and make the most of your own marketing efforts.
Summit Lodging Reservation Information
*Reservations can be made via the links below, or by calling 1-800-MEDORA-1. If you would to extend your stay to either side of the block, please call the 1-800 number to receive assistance!
*The release date for any unused rooms will be September 26.
Hotel 1883: 25 rooms in block
Arrival - Oct 14
Departure - Oct 15
Booking Link - https://tinyurl.com/NDT2026
Block Code - NDTOURISM101426
- Double-Queen - $135 +tax
- Doule-Queen w/ Sofa Bed - $165 +tax
- King w/ Sofa Bed - $165 +tax
- King Suite (separate living area w/ sofa bed) - $245 +tax
Rough Riders Hotel: 8 rooms in block
Arrival - Oct 14
Departure - Oct 15
Booking Link - https://tinyurl.com/NDTRRH
Block Code - NDTOURISM101426RRH
- Double-Queen - $184 +tax
- Historic Single-Queen - $184 +tax
- *Only accessible by stairs
- Historic Single-King - $184 +tax
- *Only accessible by stairs
- Historic King Suite (large king room, corner room) - $214 +tax
- *Only accessible by stairs
Agenda
Agenda and session details are subject to change as plans are finalized.
| 10:30 a.m. (MST) | Check-in with Networking |
| 11:00 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Guest Presenters:
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| 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. | Networking lunch - Sponsored by Odney |
| 12:45 - 1:30 p.m. | Research and Strategy Insights for 2027 Planning |
| 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | 2027 Media and Cooperative Plans |
| 2:30 p.m. | Library Tours (Self Guided) - Admission sponsored by Fahlgren |
Thank You to Our 2026 Summit Sponsors
A big thank you to our incredible sponsors for helping make this year’s Marketing Summit in Medora possible! Your support helps bring together industry professionals, inspiring ideas, and meaningful opportunities to connect and learn.
We’re grateful for the partnership and support of:
Fahlgren Mortine • Miles Partnership • NDARECs • Odney • Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library • Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation
Thank you for being an important part of this year’s Summit and helping make it a great experience for everyone!