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SUMMARY:MFESTS: October EC Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting of MFESTS Executive Committee.  If wishing to attend\, please email president@mfests.org.
URL:https://www.mfests.org/event/mfests-october-ec-meeting/
CATEGORIES:MFESTS
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SUMMARY:MFESTS: 2025 Awards Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Excellence at the 2025 Awards Dinner of the Minnesota Federation of Engineering\, Science & Technology Societies (MFESTS)\nGet ready for an inspiring evening of recognition\, networking\, and community celebration — the annual Minnesota Federation of Engineering\, Science & Technology Societies (MFESTS) Awards Dinner returns on Thursday\, November 6\, 2025\, at the elegant Wildfire Restaurant in Eden Prairie. The night begins with welcome and mingling at 6:30 PM\, followed by dinner and awards presentations at 7:30 PM.Register now on Eventbrite → \n\nHonoring the 2025 MFESTS Award Recipients\nThis year’s MFESTS Awards Dinner will proudly honor three exceptional individuals whose achievements exemplify the spirit of innovation\, leadership\, and service that drive Minnesota’s STEM community forward. \n\n\nJon Ness\, recipient of the Charles W. Britzius Distinguished Engineer Award\, is recognized for his outstanding career contributions and lasting impact on the engineering profession. \n\n\nRama Sahithi Datla\, honored with the Young Science and Technology Professional Award\, represents the next generation of scientific excellence\, blending creativity and technical mastery to advance emerging technologies. \n\n\nRachel Scheu\, this year’s Young Engineer of the Year\, stands out for her remarkable professional growth\, problem-solving acumen\, and commitment to community engagement. \n\n\nTogether\, their achievements highlight the breadth of talent and dedication within Minnesota’s engineering\, science\, and technology community — and serve as an inspiration to current and future innovators alike. \n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\nCelebrate Excellence: Join the STEM community in honoring those who are shaping Minnesota’s technological future. \n\n\nNetwork with Leaders: Connect with distinguished professionals\, rising stars\, and representatives from MFESTS’ member societies. \n\n\nSupport the Future of STEM: Attend as a guest\, sponsor\, or member society — and help strengthen Minnesota’s tradition of innovation and collaboration. \n\n\nEnjoy an Elegant Evening: Experience Wildfire Restaurant’s refined setting\, fine dining\, and warm fellowship with peers who share your passion for engineering and science. \n\n\n\nEvent Details at a Glance\n Date & Time: Thursday\, November 6\, 2025 — 6:30 PM Welcome & Mingling | 7:30 PM Dinner & Awards Location: Wildfire Restaurant\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota️ Registration: Eventbrite — MFESTS 2025 Awards Dinner Who Should Attend: Members of MFESTS societies\, professionals across STEM disciplines\, students\, sponsors\, and anyone passionate about advancing science and technology in Minnesota. \n\nJoin Us\nMark your calendar for what promises to be an extraordinary evening of recognition\, fellowship\, and inspiration. Whether you’re cheering for this year’s honorees\, connecting with leaders in the STEM community\, or simply celebrating innovation in Minnesota\, the MFESTS 2025 Awards Dinner is not to be missed. \nReserve your seat today →
URL:https://www.mfests.org/event/mfests-2025-awards-gala/
LOCATION:Wildfire\, 8251 Flying Cloud Drive\, Suite 3020\, Eden Prairie\, Minnesota\, 55344
CATEGORIES:MFESTS
ORGANIZER;CN="MFESTS-%20Antonio%20Sacin":MAILTO:antonio.sacin@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:MFESTS: November EC Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting of MFESTS Executive Committee.  If wishing to attend\, please email president@mfests.org.
URL:https://www.mfests.org/event/mfests-november-ec-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Webinar – Webex / Microsoft Teams / Zoom
CATEGORIES:MFESTS
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SUMMARY:MFESTS: December EC Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting of MFESTS Executive Committee.  If wishing to attend\, please email president@mfests.org.
URL:https://www.mfests.org/event/mfests-december-ec-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual Webinar – Webex / Microsoft Teams / Zoom
CATEGORIES:MFESTS
ORGANIZER;CN="MFESTS-%20Antonio%20Sacin":MAILTO:antonio.sacin@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:MFESTS: Q4 Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Placeholder for Q4 Board of Directors meeting + Networking Event
URL:https://www.mfests.org/event/mfests-q4-board-of-directors-meeting-networking-holiday-event/
CATEGORIES:MFESTS
ORGANIZER;CN="MFESTS-%20Antonio%20Sacin":MAILTO:antonio.sacin@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:MFESTS: Q2 Planning Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please be prepared to discuss some key action items we can discuss again with the whole group at the MFESTS Q2 mtg on Tuesday 4/28 at the Ridgedale Public Library (Minnetonka) 6-7:30p.  I intend that at the Q2 mtg we will pick 2-3 action items that seem most urgent/beneficial to get started on and get some people to volunteer to help get them accomplished before the Q3 mtg in July.  Some key things we’ve talked about at our past mtgs include:\n\n\nDan has put together a master list of engineering/scientific societies and contact info.  He also has started working with AirTable to help facilitate communications w/ these societies in the near future.\n\n\nVenkat has shared some basic principles we could follow to develop a mentoring program that would begin w/ MFESTS representatives reaching out to their respective societies for any potential volunteers who would be willing to mentor as needed.\n\n\nRoquesan and Jason have both given several ideas of how we can and really should reach out to engineering/science students at our local universities/colleges and build connections–with special focus to them as they start their new academic year this fall.\n\n\nI’m hoping to use Dan’s contact info in the near future to try to reach out to a few societies that may know nothing about MFESTS but start initial conversations with them about us and ask what they might want in our kind of “umbrella” organization.\n\n\nAs well as several other good ideas we can look into (ex. finding information about grants/funds that might be available for society events or helping students w/ research projects/etc.)\n\n\n\nEven if you can’t attend this Thursday’s planning mtg\, please try to attend the MFESTS Q2 mtg 6-7:30p on Tuesday\, April 28th either in-person at the Ridgedale Public Library (Rm 172) or online in the Zoom call.  Thank you.  If you can’t attend\, then please email your thoughts and questions about a few simple actions we can take to try to provide real\, meaningful value to our current member societies.  We left the January Q1 mtg with the understanding that\, as good as it is that we have a new president\, that our continued existence as an “umbrella society” is completely dependent on how successful we can be at providing meaningful value to others.
URL:https://www.mfests.org/event/mfests-q2-planning-meeting/
LOCATION:Join Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:MFESTS
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SUMMARY:MFESTS: Q2 Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:I intend that at the Q2 mtg we will pick 2-3 action items that seem most urgent/beneficial to get started on and get some people to volunteer to help get them accomplished before the Q3 mtg in July.  Some key things we’ve talked about at our past mtgs include:\n\n\nDan has put together a master list of engineering/scientific societies and contact info.  He also has started working with AirTable to help facilitate communications w/ these societies in the near future.\n\n\nVenkat has shared some basic principles we could follow to develop a mentoring program that would begin w/ MFESTS representatives reaching out to their respective societies for any potential volunteers who would be willing to mentor as needed.\n\n\nRoquesan and Jason have both given several ideas of how we can and really should reach out to engineering/science students at our local universities/colleges and build connections–with special focus to them as they start their new academic year this fall.\n\n\nI’m hoping to use Dan’s contact info in the near future to try to reach out to a few societies that may know nothing about MFESTS but start initial conversations with them about us and ask what they might want in our kind of “umbrella” organization.\n\n\nAs well as several other good ideas we can look into (ex. finding information about grants/funds that might be available for society events or helping students w/ research projects/etc.)
URL:https://www.mfests.org/event/mfests-q2-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Ridgedale Library\, 12601 Ridgedale Dr.\, Minnetonka\, MN\, 55305\, United States
CATEGORIES:MFESTS
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