Michigan Inventors Coalition 2026 Inventors Summit

Join Michigan Inventors Coalition for the 2026 Inventors Summit

Thursday, July 9, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Kellogg Center, East Lansing, MI

Hosted by: The Michigan Inventors Coalition

Supported in part by: a Michigan State University Regional Economic Innovation grant, the Michigan Inventors Coalition Expo captures innovation in motion, creating space for ideas to grow, connect, and take root in support of economic development across Michigan.

Join innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders for the 14th year of Michigan’s premier event celebrating invention, creativity, and commercialization. The Michigan Inventors Coalition Expo brings together early-stage inventors, startups, and support organizations for a full day of learning, connection, and opportunity.

What to Expect:

• Inspiring Speaker Panels & Breakout Sessions
  Hear from successful entrepreneurs and industry experts as they share real-world insights on turning ideas into viable businesses, overcoming challenges, and navigating the path to market. Our line-up of speakers and breakout sessions to be announced soon! (insert link to page)
• Exhibit your product | Invention Showcase
  Explore innovative products, prototypes, and ideas from inventors across the state. Showcase participants gain exposure, valuable feedback, and potential connections to partners, mentors, and investors. (insert link to page)
• Attend | Networking & Resource Connections
  Connect with fellow inventors, entrepreneurs, service providers, and business support organizations offering expertise in funding, legal, manufacturing, and commercialization.
• Live Pitch Competition | Spin, Pitch, & Sell
  Watch inventors compete in out signature pitch competition designed to sharpen communication skills, validate ideas, and highlight promising innovations. (insert link to page)
• Reception & Awards Announcement
  Join us for an afternoon reception as winners of the pitch competition are announced and relationships continue to build.
• Be a Sponsor
  Lend your support to this event and be recognized on social media posts, at the event, and on our website. We offer a variety of ways to fit every budget. (insert link to page)
• Support & Volunteer
  Lend a hand to, spread the word to your networks, event prep, day of show, attend & bring a friend. (insert link to page)

Whether you’re an aspiring inventor, a startup founder, an experienced business owner, or a professional supporting innovation, the Michigan Inventors Coalition Expo is where ideas gain momentum and connections turn into opportunities. Mark your calendar and be part of Michigan’s innovation community.

Info: Keynote Speakers: Joanna Serra & Barbara Kent | Fundraiser Blankets
Presentor: US Patent & Trademark Office
Presentor: Saamer Mansour | AI Strategy for Business
Panelists:Craig Fowler, Kevin Moran, Dennis Shaver, Jake Ward, Paula Macpherson, Joe Finkler, Wafa Dinero

Info: Break-Out Sessions:
Leah Nauseda | Networking w/ Intention
Pete Brown | Ash Interactive
Jennifer Foster | Catalyst Media Factory

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