2025 Summit & Gala Events
The Michigan Celebrates Small Business (MCSB) Summit and Awards Gala is going to be an action packed, 2-day event, with multiple opportunities, from attendance to sponsorship, to network with peers from across the state of Michigan.
Online registration has closed. Please call (517) 482-8788 or email info@michigancelebrates.org to inquire about tickets.
Day 1 – April 21
MCSB Summit | 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Lansing Center
Featuring an exhibit hall, luncheon with speakers, breakout sessions and building connections with peers.
11am – Noon: Registration
Noon – 12:30pm: Lunch Buffet Opens & Networking
12:30pm – 1:00pm: Moderated Panel Discussion
Small Business, Big Wins. The Current Story of Small Business in Michigan
Join us for an inspiring discussion where small business owners share success stories, innovative strategies, and lessons learned. We’ll dive into overcoming financial and operational barriers, adapting to market shifts, and leveraging networking for growth. Plus, what’s next for your business? Let’s talk about emerging trends, upcoming challenges, and strategies for future success.
Panelists:
- Charity Dean, Rosa
- Bryan Dunn, McComb & Company
- Justin Caine, Good Fruit Video
- Rebecca Burden-Calhoun, Water’s Edge Gymnastics
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow at Michigan Celebrates Small Business!
1:00pm – 1:45pm: Exhibit Hall Open
1:45pm – 2:30pm: Breakout Sessions
- AI Acceleration: Fueling Business Innovation
- Unleashing Potential: Developing a Thriving Workforce in your SMB
- How to Build a Sellable Business
- The Revenue-First Marketing Plan: LEAN Principles for B2B Growth
- Edward Lowe Retreat Info Session for the 2025 50 Companies to Watch Winners
2:30pm – 3:00pm: Exhibit Hall Open
3:00pm – 3:45pm: Breakout Sessions
- Michigan’s Modern Media: Engaging with reporters through different mediums
- Cybersecurity for Small Business: Protecting Assets and Reputation on a Budget
- Market the Face Behind Your Business: Why Promoting Yourself Drives Growth
- Fraud Mitigation Best Practices
3:45pm – 4:15pm: Exhibit Hall Open
4:15pm -5:00pm: Breakout Sessions
- Ask the Experts Live
- Shift has hit the fan! Now how do we navigate?
- Business Resilience for Sustainable Growth
- Balance the Scale with SBDC
- Truth Be Told: Busting Myths on Access & Opportunity
MCSB VIP Reception | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
The Lansing Center
Toast to our awardees and celebrate Michigan’s small business community!
Day 2 – April 22
MCSB Capitol Day | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Grewal Hall
A morning filled with educational content and a tour of the Capitol Building before adjourning in the early afternoon (this will allow time to get ready for the Gala!).
MCSB Awards Gala | 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
The Breslin Center
A strolling reception and then dinner on the floor with the awards presentation.