Upper Midwest Association of Promotional Professionals upcoming events

Past President's Breakfast & Discussion (08/10/2026)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

As a Past President of UMAPP, we invite you to join us for the Annual Past President's Breakfast. Where great food and discussion meet, this is an opportunity to catch up on all things UMAPP and provide direction for the future.

Summer Golf Tournament (08/10/2026)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Join us for a fun, casual summer golf tournament held in connection with the Brand Connection Expo End Buyer Show.

We're thrilled to extend a personal invitation to you to tee off for a day of camaraderie and networking.

Putting contest
50/50 Board
Raffles
Door Prizes
Hole in One ($5,000 to the golfer)
"Hit-It-Top-Win-It Contest" - hit a bottle and it's yours to keep!
Awards banquet and buffet dinner (all included with your golf fee!)
Menu: Burgers, pulled pork, Italian pasta salad, baked beans, chips.

Rub shoulders with fellow industry professionals who share your passion for success. Whether you're discussing industry trends or swapping business strategies, the connections you make could lead to fruitful collaborations.

Relaxation and Recreation: Take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily operations. Enjoy a day in the great outdoors; it's the perfect opportunity to unwind while engaging in a friendly game of golf.

Limited to 80 golfers. Register early!
This event is open to all members of UMAPP, customers, and friends. Friends and customers must be registered on the same team as a UMAPP member.
$129 per golfer, includes swag bag, 18 holes of golf, cart, contests, hole in one opportunity, awards, and a full buffet dinner. Sign up a team, a partial team (we will likely add others to make a foursome) or individually (and we will add other single registrants). Let us know if you are waiting for certain individuals to sign up to be on their team.

Schedule:

11:00 Check in

12:00 Noon - Shotgun Start!

4:30 - 5:00 - Networking and awards banquet begin once golfing is finished

New for 2026! Buffet Dinner included with your golf fee.

Activities:
- Putting Contest (Chance to win a new putter)
- 50/50 Boards
- Hole in One Contest
- Bag Toss Contest (Chance to win custom set of boards)
- Longest Drive (Men & Women)
- Longest Putt (Men & Women)
- Closest to Pin (Men & Women)
- Best Dressed Team

Awards Celebration, Dinner and Networking!

NEW for 2026! Come celebrate as we present several awards to our golfers, then stick around for a delicious buffet dinner and great networking opportunities, all part of your golfer fee.

Awards Sponsor

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This is always a fun and exciting event on a beautiful course that provides just enough challenge for the seasoned golfer and not too much for the beginner.

Hole Sponsorship, Swag Bag, Networking Only, or Door Prize for Golf Tournament (08/10/2026)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Not into golfing? There are several options!

You can be a hole sponsor. If you host a contest, your sponsorship includes dinner.
Have a hole sponsorship (no contest) and add a dinner ticket.
Networking Only Registration. Enjoy a day of connection and conversation. Mix, mingle, and make new connections in a relaxed setting. Come early and take in the atmosphere, and/or attend the dinner and awards celebration beginning around 4:30/5:00.
You can also use this form to donate door prizes or items for the swag bag.

Client Registration ONLY - Brand Connection Expo (08/11/2026)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Client Registration Page

This is where distributor sales reps register their clients for the show.

READ FIRST to make this easy:

Type in YOUR email address on the first screen to get pricing.
Then YOUR name and company. This ties you to your clients.
Click "ADD GUEST" to start registering clients
Please do not include their email address- leave it blank
Add a lunch for your client (optional).
Click "Done" to add another client.

Questions: EMAIL the UMAPP office

Exhibitor Registration - Brand Connection Expo (08/11/2026)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Connecting Your Clients with New Ideas

August 11, 2026

10 am - 2 pm

Inwood Oaks Event Center, 484 Inwood Avenue N., Oakdale, MN

The distributor show where customers are invited, too!

Show Details:

$550 for the first table | $500 for each additional
Up to two free lunch tickets per exhibitor for show staff in attendance
This is a tabletop show. Tables are 8' x 2' and are undraped. Note on the registration form if you will require a drape
Exhibitors will receive the attendee and registration list following the show
Cancellation policy: full refund if cancel 30 days prior (by July 11; forfeit show fee paid if cancellation occurs after July 11)
Reminder: this is an end buyer show. Color coded badges will distinguish distributors and end buyers
Exhibitors are not responsible for relaying end buyer interests in products to distributor sales reps. We expect the distributors to manage their customers.

You have a choice where your table is located. Please view the floor plan and list on the registration form your top three choices. We will accommodate requests if possible.
We typically expect about 350 distributors and end buyers. We will provide an email marketing invitation for you to send to your customers.
Visit our Brand Connection Expo - Exhibitors Page at UMAPP.org for full exhibitor information
NOTE: New for 2026, all give aways at this show (including for the registration table) that feature the UMAPP logo MUST be preapproved by our Procurement Committee. Details HERE

Distributor Registration (no clients) - Brand Connection Expo (08/11/2026)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

This registration is for Distributors ONLY - not clients.

Connecting Your Clients with New Ideas

Tuesday, August 11, 2026
10 am - 2 pm | Inwood Oaks Event Center, 484 Inwood Avenue N., Oakdale, MN 55128

Note: This is a show for distributors where customers are invited (and not required).

With hundreds of exhibitor lines and thousands of products, this show is perfect for generating new ideas and establishing valuable connections. Invite a client to explore the extensive range of promotional products available to enhance their marketing efforts. Distributors who have brought clients report that their clients were impressed by the variety of products, leading to increased business.

Morning Breakfast Items

8:00 - 10:00 while supplies last. Come early, grab some coffee or tea, a few breakfast items, and visit with colleagues while waiting for the show to open.

Optional Lunch Buffet

Served From 11:30 - 1:00. Must pre-purchase a ticket during registration ($30). Sandwich and soup buffet, beverages and desserts.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE: A limited number of tickets will be available on show site using VENMO or exact cash.

View complete show information on the Distributor's Page