A-Rod to Headline Fargo Chamber's 'Voices of Vision' Event

The former MLB star will share his 'Playbook for Resilience' at the leadership conference.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Alex 'A-Rod' Rodriguez, a 14-time MLB All-Star and 2009 World Series champion with the New York Yankees, will be the keynote speaker at the Voices of Vision leadership event hosted by The Chamber of Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo on April 16. Rodriguez, who now serves as chairman and CEO of A-Rod Corp and is co-owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx, will share his insights on navigating pressure, managing risk, and sustaining success.

Why it matters

The Voices of Vision event aims to bring together business and community leaders to discuss strategies for thriving in a complex and scrutinized business environment. As a high-profile athlete who rebuilt his reputation on a national stage, Rodriguez's experiences and perspectives are expected to resonate with attendees.

The details

Rodriguez's keynote is titled 'From Strikeouts to Success: A-Rod's Playbook for Resilience.' The event is scheduled for Thursday, April 16 at 3:45 p.m. at the Sanford Health Athletic Complex in Fargo.

  • The Voices of Vision event is scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 3:45 p.m.

The players

Alex 'A-Rod' Rodriguez

A 14-time MLB All-Star and 2009 World Series champion with the New York Yankees, who now serves as chairman and CEO of A-Rod Corp and is co-owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx.

The Chamber of Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo

The organization hosting the Voices of Vision leadership event, which brings together business and community leaders.

Shannon Full

The president and CEO of The Chamber of Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo.

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What they’re saying

“High performance is built through discipline, accountability and the ability to respond when circumstances shift. Voices of Vision brings leaders into direct conversation with that mindset. In a business environment defined by complexity and scrutiny, this event challenges us to think differently about resilience, risk and long-term growth.”

— Shannon Full, President and CEO, The Chamber of Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo (kfgo.com)

What’s next

The Voices of Vision event is scheduled for Thursday, April 16, 2026, and tickets are expected to sell quickly.

The takeaway

As a high-profile athlete who has navigated both success and controversy, A-Rod's insights on resilience and leadership are expected to provide valuable lessons for business leaders in the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo region as they navigate the complexities of the modern business environment.