

Be part of Michigan broadcasting’s biggest summer event!
Join the Michigan Association of Broadcasters and the MAB Foundation, alongside station executives, leadership teams, and industry changemakers, for the can’t-miss 2025 Summer Leadership Conference.
This premier event features the MAB Annual Business Meeting, leadership sessions led by industry experts, and the inspiring Lifetime Achievement Awards Banquet, where we honor broadcasting’s best.
Reconnect with colleagues, gain fresh insights, and celebrate the future of Michigan broadcasting, all at the beautiful Park Place Hotel in Traverse City. We can’t wait to see you there!
Schedule (Subject to Change)
August 11, 2025
2:00 - 4:00p MAB/MAB Foundation Joint Board Meeting (Closed Meeting)
7:00 - 10:00p Welcome Reception (Free with Conference Registration)
August 12, 2025
10:30 - 11:30a MAB Annual Business Meeting
11:30a - 1:00p Lunch
1:00 - 4:30p Leadership Conference Sessions
6:00 - 7:00p Legislative Reception
7:00 - 10:00p MAB Evening of Excellence: An awards dinner honoring Lifetime Achievement, Hall of Fame inductees, and rising stars in Michigan broadcasting
10:00 - 11:30p Awards After Glow
Book Your Hotel Stay
The original room block at the Park Place Hotel at the discounted rate has sold out.
However, additional rooms are still available in the MAB group block at a new rate of $299/night + tax/fees, while availability lasts.
To make a reservation, please call Park Place at 1-231-946-5000 and reference group code MAB25.
Or, email reservationgroup@park-place-hotel.com with the following information:
Group Block Code/Group Name: MAB25
Reservation Name
Check-in Date
Check-out Date
Phone Number
Specific requests/requirements (e.g., two beds, adjoining room, accessible room)
Rooms must be booked by July 18, 2025 to receive the group rate. Availability is limited, so we encourage you to book as soon as possible.