Returning For His 7th Year

Meet Your 2026 Conference Facilitator

Welcoming back a familiar voice, a trusted presence, and an important part of the Professionals Conference experience.

Mitch Factor

Menominee/Seminole

7 Years as Conference Facilitator

The 2026 Professionals Conference proudly welcomes back Mitch Factor for his seventh consecutive year as our conference facilitator!

Mitch has become an important part of the Professionals Conference experience. His energy, humor, professionalism, and ability to connect with people create an engaging and welcoming atmosphere throughout the event.

Year after year, our attendees ask for his return—and we are honored to welcome him back for another unforgettable conference.

Watch Mitch in Action

“Seven years. One incredible facilitator. A conference experience our people love.”

SICANGU RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT PRESENTS

Prizes, Cash & Getaways

2026 Pr0fessionals Conference - December 17th -19th, 2026

Come for the professional development, powerful speakers, cultural connection, and networking—and enjoy exciting opportunities to win throughout the conference!

$10,000

Indoor Prizes and Cash Prizes - Plus Two Trip Giveaways

Door Prizes

$5,000 in Prizes

Registered attendees will have opportunities to win $5,000 worth of exciting door prizes during the 2026 Professionals Conference. Be present and ready when the winning names are announced!

Door Prizes

$5,000 in Cash

We are giving away a total of $5,000 in cash prizes during the conference. Every drawing brings another opportunity for an eligible attendee to become a winner.


Trip Giveaway No. 1

Pack Your Bags!

One eligible conference participant will win an incredible getaway. Destination, accommodations, transportation, travel dates, and complete package details will be announced soon.


Trip Giveaway No. 2

Another Chance to Travel!

A second eligible conference participant will win another exciting travel experience. Complete destination and travel-package details will be announced soon.

You Must Be Present for Your Chance to Win!

Register for the 2026 Professionals Conference and join us for three powerful days of professional growth, community connection, inspiring experiences, and incredible giveaways.

Rooted Together. Rising Together.

Eligibility requirements, drawing schedules, attendance requirements, prize availability, travel restrictions, and other conditions are subject to the official conference giveaway rules.


Banquet Registration

Register your one guest at $40.00 for Sicangu Resource Development Banquet HERE!

The Box Elder Event Center

Welcome to The Box, your premier destination for events, also known as The Box Elder Events Center.

Experience the Midwest’s newest state-of-the-art facility, featuring professional DMX audio-visual technology, a full-service catering kitchen, and over 60,000 square feet of versatile event space.

Our team specializes in crafting affordable, modern, and innovative events, tailored to your needs. From sporting events to conventions, weddings, and beyond, we’re dedicated to delivering world-class service and unforgettable experiences.

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Venue & event space in Box Elder, SD

631 Watiki Way, Box Elder, SD 57719

Open 8 AM· Closes 8 PM · More hours

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2026 Professionals Conference Schedule

Sicangu Resource Development

2026 Professionals Conference

December 17th–19th, 2026

Daily Schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Conference Speaker Schedule

Select a conference day below to view the schedule.

Day One: Building the Foundation

Thursday, December 17th, 2026

8:00–8:30 AM

Registration & Morning Welcome

Conference Leadership Team

Registration, networking, opening prayer and conference welcome.

Speaker 8:30–10:00 AM

Opening Keynote: Leading With Purpose

Speaker Name

Professional Title or Organization

An inspiring opening focused on leadership, purpose, responsibility and serving our communities.

10:00–10:15 AM

Morning Break

Speaker 10:15–11:45 AM

Professional Mindset & Personal Accountability

Speaker Name

Professional Title or Organization

Strengthening discipline, responsibility, confidence and professional performance.

11:45 AM–1:00 PM

Lunch Break

Lunch, networking and vendor visitation.

Speaker 1:00–2:15 PM

Communication That Builds Trust

Speaker Name

Professional Title or Organization

Strengthening workplace communication, relationships and organizational trust.

2:15–2:30 PM

Afternoon Break

Speaker 2:30–3:45 PM

Interactive Leadership Workshop

Speaker Name

Professional Title or Organization

An interactive leadership session focused on teamwork, communication and practical solutions.

3:45–4:00 PM

Daily Reflection & Door Prizes

Day Two: Strengthening the Professional

Friday, December 18th, 2026

8:00–8:30 AM

Morning Welcome & Reflection

Speaker 8:30–10:00 AM

Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace

Speaker Name

Professional Title or Organization

Emotional awareness, self-control, empathy and effective leadership.

10:00–10:15 AM

Morning Break

Speaker 10:15–11:45 AM

Managing Conflict With Respect

Speaker Name

Professional Title or Organization

Addressing disagreements, difficult conversations and workplace tension.

11:45 AM–1:00 PM

Lunch Break

Speaker 1:00–2:15 PM

Customer Service & Community Impact

Speaker Name

Professional Title or Organization

Building trust and stronger community relationships through exceptional service.

2:15–2:30 PM

Afternoon Break

Speaker 2:30–3:45 PM

Professional Development Panel

Featured Speakers & Community Leaders

Professional experiences, leadership lessons, challenges and opportunities.

3:45–4:00 PM

Daily Reflection & Door Prizes

Day Three: Rooted Together. Rising Together.

Saturday, December 19th, 2026

8:00–8:30 AM

Morning Welcome & Reflection

Speaker 8:30–10:00 AM

Building Healthy & Effective Teams

Speaker Name

Professional Title or Organization

Trust, shared purpose, accountability and communication for stronger teams.

10:00–10:15 AM

Morning Break

Speaker 10:15–11:45 AM

Time Management & Workplace Productivity

Speaker Name

Professional Title or Organization

Priorities, productivity, time management and improving daily professional performance.

11:45 AM–1:00 PM

Lunch Break

Speaker 1:00–2:15 PM

Vision, Purpose & Future Generations

Speaker Name

Professional Title or Organization

Connecting professional service, leadership, community responsibility and future generations.

2:15–2:30 PM

Afternoon Break

Closing Keynote Speaker 2:30–3:45 PM

Closing Keynote: The Leader Within

Featured Closing Speaker

Professional Title or Organization

Courage, responsibility, professional growth and leadership in action.

3:45–4:00 PM

Closing Ceremony & Grand Prize Drawing

Conference Leadership Team

Final acknowledgments, door prizes, grand prize drawing and conference closing.

Sicangu Resource Development

2026 Professionals Conference

December 17–19, 2026

Rooted Together. Rising Together.

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