Bridge 96: Building a Statewide Startup Ecosystem

Wednesday, Sept. 20| 12PM

Tech Hub – Grand Rapids Art Museum

What’s the tech scene like in Detroit? What can we learn from Ann Arbor & Lansing? What’s possible if we start thinking and building like one big statewide innovation community?

Diversity & Inclusion in Tech

Tuesday, Sept. 19 | 5:30-7:30PM

Little Space Studio

Welcoming individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to contribute to this essential conversation. 

Freshwater Digital Technology Showcase

Wednesday, Sept. 20 | 2:00-4:00PM

Freshwater Digital

Showcasing the latest technology in Direct View, LCD, E-ink, Data Integration, Dynamic content, Holographic Projection & much more.

VC Happy Hour

Wednesday, Sept. 20 | 5:00-7:00PM

Doug Meijer Medical Innovation Building

A night of networking, industry updates, and making connections within the Tech Community.

Attracting & Retaining Talent in the Work-From-Home Era

Thursday, Sept. 21 | 9:00-10:30AM

Worklab By Custer

Panel of local experts delve into the strategies and insights crucial for managers and organizational leaders seeking to acquire top tech talent.

Building the Workforce you Need

Thursday, Sept. 21 | 3:00-5:00PM

Tech Hub – Grand Rapids Art Museum

Timely conversation that will explore the ways that re-skilling & up-skilling fit into our strategic plans as an innovation community.

Innovation at Scale: A Playbook for Building High-Growth Ventures

Thursday, Sept. 21 | 5:00-6:30PM

TiiCKER Offices

Build your knowledge of the Market Validation Funnel playbook by listening to Josh Baker, City Innovations Founder and CEO.