Focused events. One mission: Strengthening Michigan Broadcasting
The 2026 MAB Summit Series is a collection of specialized industry gatherings designed to connect, educate, and inspire Michigan broadcasters. Each summit focuses on a key area of broadcast leadership, bringing together experts and peers to share strategies, tackle challenges, and explore new opportunities. From sales and engineering to newsroom leadership and policy, these events deliver practical takeaways and meaningful conversations that help stations thrive in today’s evolving media landscape.
News Directors Summit | November 17
Lansing, Michigan
Michigan’s broadcast news leaders are coming together for an afternoon of fresh ideas, candid conversation and valuable connections. Join us November 17 at the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum in Lansing for the MAB News Directors Summit, designed specifically for radio and television news directors to share what’s working, tackle common challenges and learn from one another as they navigate the rapidly changing world of local news.
Policy Summit | September 1
A front-row look at the legislative and regulatory issues shaping the future of broadcasting.
Grand Rapids, Michigan
The MAB Policy Summit brought Michigan broadcasters together to discuss the policy issues, regulatory developments, and industry challenges that impact local radio and television stations. This summit provided an opportunity to hear directly from policymakers, industry leaders, and advocacy experts about the decisions being made in Lansing and Washington that affect the future of broadcasting.
Leadership Summit | August 31
Strong stations start with strong leadership.
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Great leadership can make all the difference in building a strong team and a successful organization.
Derron Steenbergen of the Swagger Institute and Erik Therwanger of Think Great shared strategies for leading high-performing teams, strengthening workplace culture, developing employees, and navigating the challenges facing today’s media organizations.
Michigan Broadcasters Engineering & IT Summit | June 2-3
Technology, infrastructure, and innovation for the engineers and IT professionals powering Michigan’s stations.
East Lansing, Michigan
Broadcast engineers, IT professionals, and industry partners came together June 2–3 in East Lansing for two days of education, networking, and collaboration. Thank you to everyone who attended, presented, exhibited, and sponsored this year's event.
Thank you to all attendees!
Mike Hulvey
President/CEO
Radio Advertising Bureau
Small Market Radio Summit | April 30
Strategies, ideas, and connections designed specifically for broadcasters serving smaller markets.
Big Rapids, Michigan
The day was dedicated to the power and potential of small market radio. This event brought together broadcasters from across Michigan to share ideas, tackle industry challenges, and explore new opportunities for growth.
This year’s featured session was led by Mike Hulvey, President & CEO of the Radio Advertising Bureau, who provided valuable insight into the current advertising landscape and how small market stations can position themselves for success. Through discussion, practical strategies, and peer collaboration, attendees left with fresh ideas to strengthen local sales, deepen community connections, and grow revenue.
Thank you to all attendees!
