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Detroit Impact Conference

"Detroit Impact Conference 2025," hosted by the Ross School of Business and the Detroit Initiative at Ross. The background features the Monument to Joe Louis (also known as "The Fist") in downtown Detroit, with surrounding skyscrapers. The banner includes the event's theme, "Fueling Detroit: Capital and Innovation for Social Change," along with the location "Detroit, MI" and the date "March 14, 2025."

Open to: Everyone

Welcome to the 15th Annual Detroit Impact Conference! This year’s theme, “Fueling Detroit: Innovation and Capital for Social Change,” explores the positive impact of innovations in business, tech, and capital across sectors in Detroit.

Join us for a day filled with inspiring speakers, engaging conversations, and networking opportunities. This in-person event will offer a fantastic setting to connect with like-minded individuals passionate about making a difference in Detroit. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and collaborate with fellow changemakers.

Keynote Speaker:

  • Dug Song, Founder, Duo Security (acq. by Cisco for $2.4B), Chair of Song Foundation and Michigan Founders Fund

(Select) Organizations Represented on Panels:

  • The Kresge Foundation
  • Ford Motor Company
  • Century Partners
  • Barton Mallow Construction
  • Piquette Partners

After the conference, join us at the official Detroit Impact Conference afterparty hosted at the Fowling Warehouse! Dinner and lane reservation included with add-on ticket purchase or student bundle.

Register here.