The Collaboration

"Competition happens at the bottom, the top is collaborating." - Unknown

Education. Inspiration. Collaboration.

Join us on February 28, 2026 in Mid-MO for a day full of learning, creating community, and FUN!

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Speaker Highlights

Caroline Sicht

Heartland Livestock Photography

Emcee/Inspirational Message

Owner of Heartland Livestock Photography and host of The Collaboration, Caroline is excited to welcome guests to Mid-MO, share the story of her photography journey, and more!

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Pearl Walthall

Pearl's Pics

Mastering the Backdrop

We are honored to have this industry legend join us at The Collaboration! Pearl Walthall of Pearl's Pics Photography has been capturing good livestock and priceless moments for decades.

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Kadence Overby

KO Photography

Video Basics

Kadence started KO Photography in 2022, and brings so much talent, experience and joy to the industry! She specializes in photo, video, and other marketing projects. To know her is to LOVE her!

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Daniel Walsh

Tried & True Photo

Commanding the Picture Pen

Daniel Walsh has been perfecting his craft in the picture pen for years, and helps his clients from across the country market their livestock. He's a passionate teacher who can't wait to share his knowledge!

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Featured Keynote Speaker:
ALYSSA WALSH
Sweet Briar Creative

Alyssa Walsh, owner and founder of Sweet Briar Creative, believes in creating design content that demands attention for the industry that feeds the world. She works with clients from across the country and world to help them create a brand they love, design their logo, capture incredible videos, and more. She is sunshine in human form and makes this world a better place. We are SO honored to have her as our featured keynote speaker at The Collaboration!

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Join Us
in Harrisburg, MO
at The Champagne Barn

One of Mid-Missouri's greatest event spaces tucked in the hills of Harrisburg - just 15 minutes away from Columbia, MO!

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Stay at The Drury Inn

If you're needing to stay the night before or after the conference, the Drury Inn in Columbia, MO is a great option! Click the link below to book a room.

Drury Inn Website