Jamestown to Host Women's Business Conference

Annual event brings entrepreneurs, professionals, and community members together for two days of learning, connection, and inspiration.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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The Jamestown Regional Entrepreneur Center (JREC) will host its ninth annual Women's Business Conference on March 10 and 11 at the newly renovated and expanded Jamestown Arts Center. The conference will feature presenters offering insights across a wide range of practical and strategic topics relevant to business owners and organizational leaders, including leadership development, entrepreneurial pathways, organizational effectiveness, community impact, and personal capacity-building.

Why it matters

The Women's Business Conference is an important event that supports entrepreneurship and professional development for women in the Jamestown community and across North Dakota. By hosting the conference at the newly expanded Jamestown Arts Center, the event aims to bring together diverse perspectives and foster connections that can help strengthen local businesses and communities.

The details

The conference will feature sessions exploring topics such as leadership development, entrepreneurial pathways, organizational effectiveness, community impact, and personal capacity-building. Presenters will include Amber Blomberg, Caring Foundation and Community Engagement Executive Director for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Dakota, who will share data on employee health and wellness trends, as well as Stephanie Blumhagen, Executive Director of FARRMS, who will discuss supporting farmers in building successful and resilient businesses.

  • The Women's Business Conference will be held on March 10 and 11, 2026.
  • The Jamestown Arts Center has recently been renovated and expanded.

The players

Jamestown Regional Entrepreneur Center (JREC)

The organization hosting the Women's Business Conference.

Jamestown Arts Center

The newly renovated and expanded venue hosting the Women's Business Conference.

Mindi Schmitz

Executive Director of the Jamestown Arts Center.

Amber Blomberg

Caring Foundation and Community Engagement Executive Director for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Dakota, a featured presenter at the conference.

Stephanie Blumhagen

Executive Director of FARRMS, a featured presenter at the conference.

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What they’re saying

“This conference is a wonderful example of how our newly expanded Arts Center is already serving the broader community. We envisioned this space as a place where ideas are shared, connections are built and people feel inspired – and hosting the Women's Business Conference brings that vision to life in a meaningful way.”

— Mindi Schmitz, Executive Director of the Jamestown Arts Center (fosterconews.com)

“Productivity, engagement and retention are shaped by health factors that extend well beyond traditional medical care. With a local presence and statewide reach, we're able to see those patterns across North Dakota. I'll share what that means for businesses – and simple, actionable ways employers can support healthier teams and stronger communities.”

— Amber Blomberg, Caring Foundation and Community Engagement Executive Director for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Dakota (fosterconews.com)

“FARRMS is dedicated to fostering a thriving and sustainable agricultural landscape in North Dakota. We believe in the power of knowledge, community and collaboration to support farmers in building successful and resilient businesses. Our approach is rooted in listening to farmers' needs and meeting them where they are. We are honored to be included in the Women's Business Conference. Events like this are invaluable for empowering rural entrepreneurs and strengthening North Dakota's communities.”

— Stephanie Blumhagen, Executive Director of FARRMS (fosterconews.com)

What’s next

Community members interested in attending the Women's Business Conference are encouraged to register early. For presenter bios, workshop descriptions, and registration details, they can visit the JREC website.

The takeaway

The Women's Business Conference in Jamestown is an important event that supports entrepreneurship and professional development for women in the local community and across North Dakota. By hosting the conference at the newly expanded Jamestown Arts Center, the event aims to bring together diverse perspectives and foster connections that can help strengthen local businesses and communities.