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October 28, 2025 | Minneapolis, MN

2025 Perinatal Improvement Summit: Connecting Communities, Enhancing Outcomes

The Minnesota Perinatal Quality Collaborative’s 2025 Perinatal Improvement Summit provides an “All Teach, All Learn” opportunity for education, resources, and expertise sharing with a space to make connections across disciplines, hospitals, and statewide geography as we work to improve perinatal health outcomes and experiences for our Minnesota families. Join us on October 28, 2025, at the Minneapolis Marriott West for insightful presentations and engaging conversations.

Who’s It For

Interdisciplinary perinatal health professionals from birthing facilities and health systems across Minnesota, including obstetricians, neonatologists, pediatricians, family practice, midwives, nurses, lactation counselors, perinatal health educators, social workers, quality leaders, administrators, payers, public health professionals, community organizations, and all advocates interested in perinatal health.

This is one of the best conferences I attended in 2024, thank you to the excellent planning team.

– 2024 Conference Attendee

2025 Perinatal Improvement Summit Schedule

We’re excited to share the full schedule of events for our 2025 Perinatal Improvement Summit. Below, you’ll find a detailed lineup of plenaries and presentations designed to deepen your understanding and advance your expertise in perinatal care. Take a look at the sessions, and plan your experience to maximize learning and connection with experts in the field.

Schedule Overview

Presentation Descriptions and Objectives

Discover a range of expert-led presentations focused on the latest advancements, research, and best practices in perinatal health. Each session is designed to address critical issues, challenges, and innovations related to the care and well-being of mothers and infants during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period in Minnesota. Below, you’ll find detailed descriptions of the presentations, including the key objectives and presentation slides from each presentation.

View Presentation Descriptions & Objectives

Speaker Presentation Posters

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2025 Perinatal Improvement Summit Speakers

Sponsorship Packages

Platinum Sponsor – $10,000
  • Complimentary event registration for three attendees (includes conference meals, networking breaks, and educational sessions)
  • Complimentary vendor table at the conference
  • Company name and logo on conference webpage
  • Logo on all conference emails to registrants 
  • Company name and logo on welcome slides (1 full slide)
  • 1 Social Media Promotional Post recognition, including name and logo 
  • Access to the attendee list (name, organization, email) 
  • Speaker Introduction Opportunity
Gold Sponsor – $7,500
  • Complimentary event registration for two attendees (includes conference meals, networking breaks, and educational sessions)
  • Complimentary vendor table at the conference
  • Company name and logo on conference webpage
  • Logo on all conference emails to registrants 
  • Company name and logo on welcome slides (1 full slide)
  • Access to the attendee list (name, organization, email)
Silver Sponsor – $5,000
  • Complimentary registration for two attendees (includes conference meals, networking breaks, and educational sessions)
  • Complimentary vendor table at the conference
  • Company name and logo on conference webpage
  • Company name and logo on welcome slides
Bronze Sponsor – $2,500
  • Complimentary registration for one attendee (includes conference meals, networking breaks, and educational sessions)
  • Complimentary vendor table at the conference
  • Company name and logo on conference webpage
Vendor Table Sponsor – $1,000
  • Complimentary registration for one attendee (includes conference meals, networking breaks, and educational sessions)
  • Complimentary vendor table at the conference
Vendor Table Sponsor (Non-profit or community organization) – $350
  • Complimentary registration for one attendee (includes conference meals, networking breaks, and educational sessions)
  • Complimentary vendor table at the conference
Sponsorship Rules and Regulations
Sponsorship Eligibility
  • All sponsors will be subjected to approval through the registration process. MNPQC may reject sponsors that do not align with the mission and vision of MNPQC or are not relevant to the Summit’s target audience

Refunds and Cancellations

  • If written notice of cancellation is received one month prior to the event, a refund less a $200 administrative fee will be made
Meals
  • Meal packages are available for guests for an additional $90 per day per guest
Vendor Tables
  • All vendor tables will be 6 foot long tables
Deadline
  • The deadline to complete sponsorship registration is October 1st, 2025
Sponsorship Registration
  • Coming Soon!!
Contact Info
Sponsorship Packages Guide

Bronze Sponsor

Enter to win an IPPE Certification at the Summit.

Honoring Star Legacy: IPPE Giveaway!

To celebrate our Outstanding Community Organization Award recipient, Star Legacy Foundation, MNPQC will be raffling TWO FREE IPPE Certifications for healthcare professionals at the Perinatal Improvement Summit.

IPPE (International Partnership for Perinatal Excellence) is a Star Legacy project dedicated to raising care standards for families and babies. The certification recognizes professionals who lead, educate, and innovate in perinatal health, ensuring every family receives exceptional care beyond traditional expectations.

Stop by the IPPE table at the Summit to learn more and enter the raffle!

Learn More

Thank you to our Planning Commitee

  • Susan Thompson
    Executive Director
  • Adrienne Richardson
    Board Member and Program Advisory Committee Chair
  • Rachel Pilliod
    Board Chair and Program Advisory Committee Vice Chair
  • Cassie Mohawk
    Communications & Outreach Manager
  • Shona McCulloch
    Grants and Development Specialist
  • Samantha Redmond
    Administrative Operations Coordinator
Accreditation Statement:
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Minnesota Medical Association and Minnesota Perinatal Quality Collaborative. The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CME Statement:
The Minnesota Medical Association designates this activity for a maximum of 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.