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ACMP Michigan Chapter Change Summit

Driving Change: Enabling Adoption, Innovation & Impact

Friday, September 25, 2026

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MICHIGAN'S FIRST-EVER CHANGE SUMMIT!

ACMP Michigan is bringing together change leaders, practitioners, and transformation sponsors from across the state for a first-of-its-kind event. A full day of real-world insights, meaningful connections, and practical tools you can put to work right away.

This is not a conference about theory. It is a day built around what actually works when organizations navigate adoption, innovation, and measurable impact in a fast-moving world.

DATE	Friday, September 25, 2026
TIME	8:15 AM – 4:00 PM
LOCATION	Microsoft Innovation Hub \| 1 Campus Martius, Suite 500 \| Detroit, MI 48377

THREE PILLARS. ONE COMMUNITY. ONE DAY.

ADOPTION

The human and cultural side of change. How to move people from awareness to action and make change stick.

INNOVATION

How AI and emerging technologies are reshaping organizations — and what change leaders need to do about it.

IMPACT

Demonstrating value and delivering measurable results. Change management as a strategic capability.

AGENDA

Agenda is subject to change as speakers and sessions are finalized.

Time	Session
8:15 – 9:00 AM	Check-In, Networking & Refreshments Welcome the day, explore sponsor and partner tables, and connect with fellow practitioners before we kick off.
9:00 – 9:45 AM	Opening Keynote: Driving Change — Adoption, Innovation & Impact Set the tone for the day with a big-picture look at where change leadership is headed.
10:00 – 10:45 AM	Concurrent Sessions (Tracks 1 & 2) Practitioner-focused sessions with case studies and takeaways you can apply immediately.
11:00 – 11:45 AM	Concurrent Sessions (Tracks 3 & 4) Continued practitioner sessions across the Adoption and Innovation pillars.
12:00 – 12:30 PM	Lunch (Provided)
12:30 – 1:15 PM	Panel Discussion Cross-industry perspectives from Michigan leaders on what it really takes to lead change.
1:30 – 2:15 PM	Concurrent Sessions (Tracks 5 & 6) Leadership-focused sessions ideal for executives and transformation sponsors.
2:30 – 3:30 PM	Roundtables, Fireside Chats & Networking Deep-dive conversations on the topics that matter most to you. Drive real engagement and take home real connections.
3:30 – 4:00 PM	Closing Reflect on the day, celebrate what you have learned, and look forward to what comes next.

REGISTRATION & PRICING

Registration for the ACMP Michigan Change Summit is open. Space is limited, so register early to lock in the best available rate.

Registration & Pricing Details Coming Soon.
We will publish full pricing tiers, including member discounts and group rates, shortly. Members can expect exclusive early access and preferred pricing.

Questions about registration? Contact us at engagewithus@miacmp.org.

What Is Included

Full-day access to all keynote, concurrent, and panel sessions
Morning refreshments and lunch
Roundtable and networking opportunities throughout the day
Access to sponsor and partner tables
Event materials

VENUE

VENUE	Microsoft Innovation Hub
ADDRESS	1 Campus Martius, Suite 500, Detroit, MI 48377
LOCATION	5th Floor
DATE	Friday, September 25, 2026
HOURS	8:15 AM - 4:00 PM

The Microsoft Innovation Hub sits in the heart of Campus Martius — Detroit's center of gravity for technology, business, and civic life. The space is modern, collaborative, and designed for the kind of learning and connection we are here to create.

GETTING THERE

Parking

Several public parking garages are within walking distance of Campus Martius, including the Bedrock garages on Gratiot Ave and Monroe St.
Street metered parking is available throughout downtown Detroit.
Visit ParkDetroit.com for real-time garage availability and rates.

Public Transit

The QLine streetcar stops at Campus Martius. The QLine runs along Woodward Ave from New Center to downtown.
DDOT and SMART bus routes serve downtown Detroit. Visit detroittransit.org for schedules and trip planning.

Rideshare

Uber and Lyft pickup and drop-off are available at street level along Campus Martius Park.

HOTELS & TRAVEL

STAYING NEARBY

The Microsoft Innovation Hub is located in the heart of downtown Detroit, with several hotels within easy walking distance. We recommend booking early, especially if you are traveling in from outside Metro Detroit.

The following hotels are within a short walk or drive of Campus Martius:

Hotel	Distance from Venue	Notes
Detroit Foundation Hotel	0.2 miles (4-min walk)	Boutique hotel, highly rated
The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit	0.3 miles (6-min walk)	Historic landmark hotel
Marriott at the Renaissance Center	0.5 miles (10-min walk)	Large conference-friendly property

* Hotel room block details coming soon. Check back for an exclusive group rate for Summit attendees.

CALL FOR SPEAKERS

HAVE A STORY TO TELL?

ACMP Michigan is officially opening the Call for Speakers for the Change Summit — and we would love for you to be part of it.

We are not looking for polished keynote veterans. We are looking for practitioners, leaders, and innovators who can bring real, practical insight to a room full of people who do this work every day.

What We Are Looking For

Real-world change stories, including wins and the lessons that came from the hard ones
Practical tools and frameworks you actually use in your work
Fresh perspectives on the future of change management
Anything that sparks honest conversation and meaningful growth

Content Themes

All sessions should connect to one or more of our three Summit pillars:

ADOPTION

The human and cultural side of change. How to move people from awareness to action and make change stick.

INNOVATION

How AI and emerging technologies are reshaping organizations — and what change leaders need to do about it.

IMPACT

How change management delivers measurable business value and moves from strategy to sustained results.

Submission Details

Submission Deadline: July 1, 2026

All proposals are reviewed by the Summit planning committee. Selected speakers will be notified following the review process. Session timing and format will be shared upon selection.

Download the [Speaker Packet] for full details on themes, formats, and what makes a strong proposal.

Questions? Reach out at engagewithus@miacmp.org — we are happy to help you shape your idea into a strong session.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

PARTNER WITH ACMP MICHIGAN!

The ACMP Michigan Change Summit brings together the people who lead transformation across Michigan's most important industries — automotive, healthcare, public sector, higher education, and beyond.

Sponsoring the Summit is an opportunity to put your organization in front of a highly engaged community of change leaders and practitioners at a moment when the profession is growing and visibility matters.

Whether you are a consulting firm, technology provider, training organization, or change-forward employer, there is a place for you at this event.

Sponsorship packages and details are coming soon.

If you are interested in learning more now or want to get ahead of the conversation, reach out directly.

Email us at engagewithus@miacmp.org with the subject line: Change Summit Sponsorship.

Association of Change Management Professionals Michigan Chapter is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

ACMP Michigan is committed to inclusive, accessible community spaces for all change leaders.