Minneapolis, MN | September 14-16, 2025

Your Guide to the 2025 CAT Dealer Finance Conference

Get ready for this year's CAT CFO conference with our helpful event guide, complete with info about the conference, accommodations, and what to see during your visit to the Twin Cities.

An Industry-Leading Summit for Finance Leaders

This year's CAT Dealer Finance Conference (CDFC) is hosted by Ziegler Companies and takes place in Minneapolis Minnesota. The two-day agenda features various keynotes and sponsor-led breakout sessions focused on the biggest industry trends and innovations shaping dealer operations.

Attendees can book accommodations at the JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America and explore local attractions like the Guthrie Theater, Mall of America, and the city's many lakes and parks.

WHAT

The annual CAT Dealer Finance Conference brings together Caterpillar dealers from across North America to discuss the top trends and best practices impacting the heavy equipment industry.

WHEN

September 14th - 16th, 2025

WHERE

JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America

2141 Lindau Ln,

Bloomington, MN 55425

TARGIT Education Session

How to Streamline & Modernize Reporting in D365

How do you preserve important data during a business system migration?

Join this session to learn how to streamline your move from CODA/Unit4 to Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) without compromising data quality or continuity. TARGIT's specialized BI and reporting platform seamlessly combines your historical data from CODA with daily operational data from D365 to give you a full view of your dealership’s performance and bring all your data sources together under one roof.

When: TBA

Where: TBA

Tim McGuire

Account Executive

Tim has 12 years of experience with BI and four years of experience in the heavy equipment industry. With a background in healthcare and finance, he loves helping customers drive organizational growth through data and integrate timely data analysis into strategic decisions.

Dave Martz

Senior BI Consultant

Dave brings 23 years of BI experience to his role at TARGIT. Previously an IT Manager at a CAT dealership, Dave knows the ins and outs of dealer operations. He’s passionate about creating long-term relationships with customers that support their business goals.

Make the Most of Your Time in the Twin Cities

Enjoy the best of both worlds during your visit to 'Twin Cities' Minneapolis and neighboring St. Paul, located on opposite sides of the Mississippi River. This lively metropolitan area boasts a variety of parks and lakes, cultural and historic landmarks, and unique dining destinations.

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden This one-of-a-kind art exhibit is home to over 60 iconic sculptures from the Walker's collection. The Garden spans 11 acres and is open to the public every day. Check out unique artwork like Spoonbridge & Cherry, Hand for Minneapolis, and many others!

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Malcolm Yards Food Hall

Enjoy eclectic eats from up-and-coming local chefs at The Market at Malcolm Yards. This upscale food hall features a rotating selection of eateries dedicated to sharing the diverse flavors of the city, with fun picks like Wrecktangle Pizza, Eggflip, and more.

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Target Field Catch a Minnesota Twins game at Target Field, located in the historic warehouse district of downtown Minneapolis. Watch the game while enjoying a selection of concessions and drinks. Or, visit during the week for a guided tour of the ballpark.

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