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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Policy Summit Sessions
1:00 pm | 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
1:20 pm | 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
Moderator2:00 pm | Regulatory Update
MAB’s Legal Counsel David Oxenford will break down recent regulatory developments, legal trends, FCC, copyright, advertising, and other issues of importance to radio and television broadcasters in Michigan.
David Oxenford
Wilkinson Barker Knauer LLP
2:45 pm | Business & Broadcasting: Where Michigan is Heading
Michigan's future is being shaped by the people and businesses driving its economy, attracting talent, and building stronger communities. Join leaders from the Michigan Chamber, Detroit Regional Chamber, Grand Rapids Chamber, and more for a conversation about the trends defining our state's future and what they mean for Michigan broadcasters and the communities they serve.
Jase Bolger
West Michigan Policy Forum
Tim Daman
Lansing Regional Chamber
Jim Holcomb
Michigan Chamber
Megan Spanitz
Detroit Regional Chamber
Casey Jones
Michigan Association of Broadcasters
Moderator3:30 pm | Michigan Matters: Conversations with State Leaders
Grassroots Midwest’s Adrian Hemond and Harbor Strategic’s John Sellek form the unlikely bipartisan duo Baldly Bipartisan, a respected bipartisan show known for its thoughtful, substantive conversations that rise above traditional campaign rhetoric. Adrian and John have worked in and around Michigan’s Capitol for decades, gaining a unique perspective on our state’s public policy and political battles. The duo will host a series of engaging conversations with Michigan policymakers on legislative priorities, emerging policy challenges, and the issues most important to Michigan residents and businesses. This conversation will not be a debate, or press conference, it will be an exclusive meaningful conversation into each candidate's leadership, priorities and vision for Michigan.
Adrian Hemond
Grassroots Midwest
John Sellek
Harbor Strategic
