Candidate Training Program: Session 2

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Name: Candidate Training Program: Session 2
Date: March 7, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST
Event Description:

2026 marks a year bustling with elections on the local, state, and federal level. The Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the return of our Candidate Training Program which will work to equip those who are considering running for local office with the needed resources and information to run a successful campaign. Over the course of the three trainings, topics covered will include how to craft your messaging, information on filing deadlines, budgeting, campaign finance regulations, leveraging social media, and more.

Topics covered at this training include:
  • How to plan and budget for your campaign
  • Crafting your campaign message
    • Positioning statements
    • Messaging
  • Leveraging social media
    • Rules, strategy, best practices
  • Fundraising
    • Best practices and campaign finance regulations
Registration is required, the $25 fee covers all three training sessions. Registration is done through the First Candidate Training Session page, linked here.

Light refreshments will be provided. 

Please note that the one time fee of $25 to attend all three training sessions is non refundable.
Location:
Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce
220 Broadway Ave S. 
Suite 100
Rochester, MN 55904
Contact Information:
Jonathon Krull
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Fees/Admission:
$25 at the door. This covers all three trainings.
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