Detroit Meetings Marketplace
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Location: ELEVATE at One Campus Martius, 1000 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
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Metro Detroit Meetings Marketplace
The Keys to Thriving in a Demanding Industry
Today, you are navigating constant change, tight timelines, and rising expectations. Thriving
in this demanding environment requires more than effort. It requires the right tools, strong
leadership, and trusted partners who help you turn challenges into successful outcomes.
And that’s exactly what you’ll find at the Detroit Meetings Marketplace!
Featured Speakers
You’ll hear from two dynamic leaders who understand what it takes to perform at a high level
under pressure:
- Hoan Do, national speaker, author, and American Ninja Warrior competitor, will share
actionable strategies to help you stay focused, adaptable, and effective when plans
shift and expectations are high. - Carol Hutchins, legendary collegiate coach and leader, will share real-world
leadership and life lessons drawn from decades of building high-performing teams,
offering insights you can use to lead people, manage complexity, and elevate your
events.
Peer-Driven Roundtable Discussions
You’ll take part in facilitated peer roundtable discussions designed to spark conversation, idea
sharing, and practical problem-solving. These discussions give you the opportunity to learn
from peers, exchange best practices, and apply key takeaways directly to your own work.
Build Your Meeting Planner Toolkit
During the tradeshow portion of our event, you’ll build your own Meeting Planner Toolkit. You
will fill your binder by visiting with exhibitors who share practical tools, tips, and solutions you can use daily. From time-saving processes to creative problem-solving ideas, you’ll leave with
tangible takeaways and trusted partners who help you thrive in a demanding industry.
Agenda
9:00-9:15 Registration
9:15-10:00 Building your Meeting Planner Toolkit
10:00-11:00 Hoan Do: Unshakable Resilience: Keys to Thriving in a Demanding Industry
11:00-12:00 Building your Meeting Planner Toolkit
12:00-1:30 Lunch and Speaker Carol Hutchins
1:30-2:00 Peer Interactive Roundtable Discussions
2:00-2:15 Prizes
2:30 Optional tours: Rock event venues – Dept at Hudson’s, Shinola, Roost, Madison
Questions and RFPs can be directed to Kim Corcoran, CMP – kim@destinationMI.com
