MAB Policy Summit & Evening of Excellence

September 1, 2026 | Amway Grand Plaza | Grand Rapids

Where Michigan Media Comes Together

Join media professionals from across the state for the MAB Annual Business Meeting, Policy Summit, and Evening of Excellence, a signature gathering focused on leadership, advocacy, and celebrating the people and organizations shaping the future of Michigan broadcasting.

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August 31, 2026

9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

MAB Leadership Summit

Grand Rapids Chamber. Separate registration required. Click here for more information.

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

MAB/MAB Foundation Joint Board Meeting

Grand Rapids Chamber | Closed Meeting

7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Welcome Reception

Open to all registrants

September 1, 2026

All events hosted at the Amway Grand unless otherwise noted.

8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Serve Up Support: MAB Foundation Pickleball Classic

Separate registration required. Click here for more information.

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Annual Business Meeting and Lunch

1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Policy Summit Sessions

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Awards Reception

7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

MAB Evening of Excellence

An awards dinner honoring Lifetime Achievement, Hall of Fame inductees, and rising stars in Michigan broadcasting.

10:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Evening of Excellence Afterglow

Hotel Accommodations:
A block of rooms has been reserved at Amway Grand Plaza at a discounted rate. Please click here to book your room by July 31, 2026.

Thank You, Sponsors

Broadcast Proud: Why Our Industry Reigns Supreme

It’s easy to chase the latest trend, but in the noise of today’s media landscape, broadcasting still delivers what others promise: connection, credibility, and community impact. This keynote is a rally cry for broadcasters everywhere. We’ll reignite pride in our purpose, spotlight the unmatched power of our platforms, and remind ourselves, and the world, why local media isn’t just surviving, it’s thriving. Come ready to be inspired, recharged, and reminded why broadcasting is still king!

Derron Steenbergen

Swagger Institute

Inside Washington: A Conversation with NAB President Curtis LeGeyt

Join NAB President & CEO Curtis LeGeyt for an exclusive conversation on the issues shaping the future of broadcasting. From Washington policy and emerging technologies to media ownership, public trust, and the evolving role of local stations, this candid discussion will offer insights, perspective, and an open look at where our industry is headed and what it means for broadcasters across Michigan.

Curtis LeGeyt

NAB President & CEO

Julie Koehn

Lenawee Broadcasting Company

Moderator

Chris Cornelius

Morgan Murphy Media