About this Event
Welcome to the 15th Annual Detroit Impact Conference! This year's theme, "Fueling Detroit: Innovation and Capital for Social Change," explores the positive impact of innovations in business, tech, and capital across sectors in Detroit.
Join us for a day filled with inspiring speakers, engaging conversations, and networking opportunities. This in-person event will offer a fantastic setting to connect with like-minded individuals passionate about making a difference in Detroit. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and collaborate with fellow changemakers.
Keynote Speaker:
- Dug Song, Founder, Duo Security (acq. by Cisco for $2.4B), Chair of Song Foundation and Michigan Founders Fund
(Select) Organizations Represented on Panels:
- The Kresge Foundation
- Ford Motor Company
- Century Partners
- Barton Mallow Construction
- Piquette Partners
After the conference, join us at the official Detroit Impact Conference afterparty hosted at the Fowling Warehouse! Dinner and lane reservation included with add-on ticket purchase or student bundle.
Thank you to our generous sponsors:
- Ross School of Business Business + Impact
- The Kresge Foundation
- Michigan Founders Fund
Interested in sponsoring? Click on "Get Tickets" to explore available sponsor packages
Agenda
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Check in + Light Refreshments
Host: University of Michigan Detroit Center
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Opening Remarks
Host: University of Michigan Detroit Center
🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Spotlight: University of Michigan Center for Innovation in Detroit
Host: University of Michigan Detroit Center
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Detroit Impact Project Showcase, presented by ___________
Host: University of Michigan Detroit Center
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Innovating for Impact in the Civic Sector, presented by __________
Host: University of Michigan Detroit Center
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Real Estate Innovation & Impact, presented by ______________
Host: University of Michigan Detroit Center
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:15 PM
Lunch & Networking
Host: University of Michigan Detroit Center
🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:45 PM
Transition to Michigan Central
🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:30 PM
Tour of Michigan Central
Host: Michigan Central
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:05 PM
Innovating at Scale: Corporate Innovation in Detroit, presented by ___________
Host: Newlab at Michigan Central
🕑: 03:05 PM - 03:45 PM
Impactful Entrepreneurs & Founders, presented by Michigan Founders Fund
Host: Newlab at Michigan Central
🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:20 PM
Creating an Innovation Ecosystem, presented by ______________
Host: Newlab at Michigan Central
🕑: 04:20 PM - 04:30 PM
Closing Remarks
Host: Newlab at Michigan Central
🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Networking Reception & Happy Hour, presented by _____________
Host: Newlab at Michigan Central
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
(Optional) Conference Afterparty
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Newlab Detroit, 2050 15th Street, Detroit, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 71.21
