Members may purchase up to two (2) tickets for themselves and one guest.
Members cannot purchase or transfer tickets to non-members.
Member Table reservations require at least five (5) of the guests to be current members.
Member table includes: Premium seating and a 1/2-page congratulations ad in commemorative digital/print program.
Table purchase includes: Premium seating and 1/2-page advertisement in our commemorative print/digital program.
No individual is allowed entry into the event without being on the registration list. Ticket purchases are non-fundable. You may transfer tickets to different individuals. Members may not transfer member-rate tickets to non-members.
If you need to change guest names or meal choices, please email info@midwestemmys.org.
To add a name after nominations September 8th through September 15th, a written application is required and the fee is $250 per-name.
Any names requested to be added to member-rate entries must be members for entry to retain member rate.
Absolutely no names can be added to entries once Regional Emmy® Awards are announced.
Use your current membership for discounts on past Regional Emmy® Awards! Anyone listed on official nominated or recipient entries from 2000 — present may purchase awards.
Nomination Plaques and Regional Statuettes come engraved with entrant’s name and role on entry.
2400 Mystic Lake Blvd NW, Prior Lake, MN 55372
Rates based on single/double occupancy. There is a $10 charge for each additional person. A maximum of 5 people per room is allowed.
Emmy® Group rate available until room block is full or by Sep. 26, 2025.
Call hotel at 952-445-9000 or toll free at 800-262-7799. Use group name: "Upper Midwest Emmy Awards Block."
Once a reservation is made, all changes, additions, or cancellations should be directed to the reservations office. All reservations canceled after 4:00 PM Central Time on the day before arrival will incur a charge equal to the first night's room rate, billed to the credit card on file.
Social hour with cash bar & wine sales
Ballroom doors open
Dinner service begins
Gold & Silver Circle Honors program
Intermission
Regional Emmy® Awards Ceremony
October 18, 2025 — 8:00pm - 10:30pm
Hosted by
Joe Schmit is an award-winning broadcaster, community leader, author and popular keynote speaker.
Joe has received 19 Regional Emmy® Awards from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. In 2020, Joe was awarded The Silver Circle designation by the Upper Midwest Chapter of the Emmys® for extraordinary contributions to the broadcasting industry.
He is a 2019 inductee into the Minnesota Speakers Hall of fame and has earned his CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) designation from the National Speakers Association.
He was also honored with a National Headliner Award in 2001.
October 18, 2025 — 7:00pm
Hosted by
Around Town TV/Stream Companies
Carla Beaurline is a seasoned television and media professional with a career spanning over 38 years, both in front of and behind the camera. She currently serves as the Regional Vice President of Sales for Stream Companies, an award-winning, full-service, tech-enabled advertising agency that has earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list 18 times.
Carla is also the founder and owner of Around Town TV & Around Town TV LIVE, the longest-airing community television showcase in Minneapolis–St. Paul. Her show is streamed live worldwide across multiple platforms, showcasing her continued innovation in live streaming, production, and community engagement.
Her on-air experience includes a 13-year run with Shop NBC, guest hosting for QVC, and serving as a host for Talk of the Twin Cities. She’s also recognized for her work as an on-air spokesperson for numerous Twin Cities businesses and as a featured Lifestyle and Business Expert.
Carla served eight years on the Board of Governors for the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS), Upper Midwest Chapter, and has been a long-standing member of its Foundation Board for over a decade. Carla is a current Board member of the Upper Midwest Emmy® Foundation and volunteers her time to do Red Carpet interviews at the Student Production Awards shows. In 2022, she was inducted into the prestigious Upper Midwest Emmy® Silver Circle Honor Society, recognizing her extraordinary contributions to the television industry and her lifetime of achievements.
In addition to her media work, Carla is the founder of Leaders and Achievers of America™, a nationwide scholarship, mentorship, outreach, and youth recognition program established in 1993. The organization supports students from grades 2–12 by helping fund their participation in hobbies, sports, music, and camps. It also provides college, career, and trade preparation, guiding the next generation toward a successful future.
Terry O'Reilly
NATAS
New York NY
Cortney Kintzer
KCCI
Des Moines, IA
Judy Clark
WEAU
Eau Claire, WI
Mary Lahammer
Twin Cities PBS
St. Paul, MN
Stacey Nogy
KARE
Minneapolis, MN
Joe Conlon
Town Square TV
Inver Grove Heights, MN
The Code of Ethical Conduct (“Code of Conduct) is a policy outlining the principles and standards that all employees, members, and third parties acting on behalf of NATAS and its chapters must follow to maintain the high standard of professional conduct critical to the continued prestige of the organization (NATAS) and the National and Regional Emmy® Awards. All NATAS national and regional events are to be a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for everyone to enjoy and celebrate. This Code of Conduct applies to all participants at events, competitions, or on our social media channels; to Chapter members, guests, staff, volunteers, and vendors.
NATAS has zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment, illegal, dishonest, or unethical conduct. As such, members are expected to refrain from committing any act that will degrade NATAS in society, or prejudice, damage or harm the standing, reputation, welfare, and/or best interests of NATAS and its Members. NATAS will not tolerate, condone, or ignore unethical conduct and is committed to enforcing these standards at all levels.
NATAS and its regional chapters do not tolerate:
- Intimidation or threats
- Inappropriate disruptions
- Unwanted physical contact
- Hurtful language, hate speech, or discriminatory acts
- Physical assault
- Unwanted sexual attention
- Bullying or stalking
Disorderly behavior as a result of public intoxication or other impairment related to substance abuse. Any other action or activity which could reasonably be construed as contrary or detrimental to the best interests and reputation of NATAS and its regional chapters. A present conviction of a felony or other crime of moral turpitude is also a violation of this code of conduct. Members are responsible for the conduct of their guests as well.
NATAS and its regional chapters reserve the right to remove or ban any person who does not adhere to the Code of Conduct:
If you are asked to stop any harassing behavior, you must cease the behavior immediately.
If you experience or witness any form of harassment or violation of this Code of Conduct, contact:
(i) The nearest NATAS staff member, if a national event
(ii) The nearest Chapter Governor or regional staff member, if a regional event
(iii) You may submit an email complaint to reports@emmyonline.tv or to your chapter’s Executive Director
Alleged violations of this Code of Conduct shall be reviewed and resolved in accordance with procedures adopted by NATAS Bylaws and/or Chapter Bylaws. Violations of the Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action, up to and including but not limited to being refused admission or ejected from an event, being barred from future events, disqualification or suspended from participation in NATAS or Chapter competitions, or the suspension or expulsion of membership.
This Code of Conduct is subject to change and may be amended, supplemented or superseded by one or more separate policies without further notice. All Members are responsible for continuous review of this Code.
Director-Cast” is a behind the scenes version of the 24th Annual Upper Midwest Emmy® Gala. Our social media genius is directing the Gala this year, limiting her ability to be snarky on Twitter, so we’re hooking up a webcam and giving you a peek behind the curtain at how the Gala sausage gets made over on the Upper Midwest Facebook page.
When Amy Schmelzer isn’t skewering friends and foes alike on Twitter, she’s a 6-time recipient of an Upper Midwest Regional Emmy® for Outstanding Directing, Amy just celebrated (?) her 28th anniversary at KCCI in Des Moines where she’s worked her way up from weekend graphic artist to the operations manager.
The Upper Midwest Emmy® Chapter/Foundation can help you pay for some of your school tuition.
We offer $1,500 student scholarships to be used for tuition & books.
Scholarships are open to high school seniors and college/university sophomores & juniors or graduate students living or attending school in the five-state region served by the Upper Midwest Emmy® Foundation (MN, ND, SD, IA, western WI).
Eastview High School, MN
Theodore Roosevelt
High School, IA
University of Northern Iowa
Fransen Leadership Scholarship
University of Montana
Carlini Media Scholarship
St. Cloud State University
Beaurline Family Scholarsihp
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences – Upper Midwest Foundation offers Classroom Grant Opportunities to enhance the learning experience of media students in our chapter region’s high schools and/or 501(c)(3) post-secondary educational organizations.
Special thanks to ACOWSAY FILM COMPANY for its generous donation to fund a major portion of 2025 Classroom Grants.
MVAOCOY High School
Classroom Grants allow educators to acquire and distribute resources related to video production, television, and/or broadcast journalism. Since 2017, the Upper Midwest Emmy® Foundation has provided 9 grants totaling nearly $17,000 to local schools for media equipment in their classrooms.
MVAOCOU High School is part of the Maple Valley Anthon-Oto Community School district. A small rural district about 60 miles southeast of Sioux City, Iowa. The school has 20-23 broadcasting students each semester and is looking to expand into a 2nd class.
Our $2,000 grant this year for a computer will give students more access to create videos for social media and commercials. The iPad can connect to a Production Truck during games to do real time interviews with players and coaches.
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences – Upper Midwest Foundation recognizes students who are an incredible technical asset to the overall success of a school or non-profit educational student video media program.
These are the hardest working, most engaged and active students in the school’s video program or club. The go-to students who help keep you on the air.
Educators may nominate one student from their school or organization’s media program.
Students should be behind-the-scenes production personnel.
BEC-TV Bloomington Educational Community Television, MN
St. Cloud Tech High School, MN
Individual Tickets: $50
Per-person
(Including Nominees)
TICKET ORDER DEADLINE APRIL 4TH
Theater style seating for awards, not tables.
Food & tables available during pre-show social
TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE!
Guest changes or substitutions are available.
Email # of tickets info@midwestemmys.org.
This televised ceremony will be streamed for online and mobile devices on the Upper Midwest Emmy® YouTube channel and The Emmy® App.
The Emmy® App, is a dedicated platform powered by Vimeo. All programming is available watch.TheEmmys.TV and via The Emmy® apps for iOS, tvOS, Android devices. FireTV, AndroidTV and Roku (full list at apps.theemmys.tv).
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
7800 Normandale Blvd. Bloomington, MN 55439
5:00PM — Registration opens
5:00PM - 6:30pm — Career/College Fair
6:30PM — Ballroom opens
7:00PM — Awards Show
Jason Hackett
Morning Anchor
Join our show hosts Jason Hacket & CeCe Gaines for this night to honor student and educators.
Jason Hackett joined KARE 11 in 2023 as an anchor for KARE 11 Sunrise after spending more than four years as a morning anchor in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Jason was born and raised in Miami Gardens, Florida. He's the son of Jamaican immigrants. A proud University of Florida Alum, he has worked as a reporter in several cities, including Panama City, Florida, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and West Palm Beach, Florida.
CeCe Gaines
Traffic Anchor/Reporter
CeCe Gaines joined KARE 11 in August 2021. She is the traffic anchor and reporter on Sunrise.
Before coming to KARE, Gaines was the morning and midday anchor at KBJR 6 in Duluth. Gaines says now that she’s in the Twin Cities, she’s looking forward to working with some of the most talented journalists in the nation!
Anyone listed on official SPA nominated or recipient entries from 2011 – present may purchase awards. Nomination Certificates and Crystal Pillar Awards come engraved with entrant’s name and role on entry.
Network on Awards Night! Meet pros, college reps and colleagues as you celebrate the evening Friday April 11th @ Hilton Double Tree in Bloomington, MN
Nearly 300 high school and college students attend this annual event. It’s a tremendous opportunity for company managers/HR representatives to meet with hundreds of potential job seekers!
Participating Companies:
Gray Television
KSTP - Hubbard Broadcasting
Minnesota Broadcasters Association
Iowa State University
St. Cloud State University
University of Minnesota - Hubbard School of Journalism
Reserve ad space and/or booth by March 14th. Artwork deadline March 17th.
@MidwestEmmys, #MidwestEmmys
Black Music America (BMA)
Carlini Entertainment
Woodbury, MN
Ron Schara Productions
Minneapolis, MN
KOTA
Rapid City, SD
KTIV
Sioux City, IA
Donna Smith
KCCI - Des Moines, IA
