# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Confluence Thought Series - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 am – Fri, 18 Sep, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: From thought-provoking conversations to exclusive field trips, join dozens of visionary leaders & dive deep into ideas shaping what’s next.About this EventImmerse yourself in discovery, learning and professional development alongside two dozen of the region’s most influential leaders in tech, business, design, and beyond.Join us Sept 17­–18 as we celebrate the people and ideas moving us forward. From thought-provoking conversations to exclusive field trips to high-impact networking, Confluence is where you'll dive deep into the ideas shaping our future.Registration gives you access to:💥 24 speakers spanning 10 industries💥 Exclusive behind-the-scenes field trips💥 High-impact networking opportunities💥 Catered breakfasts and lunches to keep you fueledSecure your spot now with our 2-for-1 sale. Don't wait – seating is limited and this offer ends Sept 5 at midnight.AgendaTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AMRegistration & BreakfastInfo: Join us for a light breakfast featuring Madcap pour overs and networking before the sessions begin.🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:15 AMFuture Ready: How Advanced Tech is Changing Higher EdHost: Joe ChryslerInfo: West Michigan’s higher education institutions are reinventing themselves to harness the power of advanced technologies.🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:00 AMSmart Medicine: Advancing Healthcare with AIHost: Rob CampbellInfo: The convergence of artificial intelligence with biomedical research and clinical practice is transforming care delivery, strengthening financial performance and driving the next era of digital health.🕑: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AMNext Stop – The Moon: Getting Artemis Off the GroundHost: Mark IgnashInfo: West Michigan’s aerospace industry is fueling space missions and more – spurring innovation, investment and jobs.🕑: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PMField Trip: Array of EngineersInfo: Catered networking lunch and tour of AoE’s new headquarters in downtown Grand Rapids.FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AMRegistration & BreakfastInfo: Join us for a light breakfast featuring Madcap pour overs and networking before the sessions begin.🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:15 AMSustainability at Scale: Designing Systems that WorkHost: Gayle DeBryunInfo: Sustainable design is transforming how products are built, packaged and distributed — proving good business can be good for the planet.🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:00 AMReclaiming the Grand River: Mapping the Frontiers of Restoration ScienceHost: Matt ChapmanInfo: How human intervention can return ecosystems to a healthy state.🕑: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AMDoes It Compute? West Michigan's Data Center StrategyHost: Mike AlaimoInfo: Leaders in economic growth and environmental activism weigh in on data center development – and the fierce debate they inspire.🕑: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PMField Trip: Grand Rapids ChamberInfo: Catered networking lunch and inside look at the Chamber's efforts to address the region's housing shortage.Fine PrintInfo: Schedule is subject to change without notification. Refunds are available up to (10) days before the event. Photography may occur during the event. By registering, you consent to the publication of any photos of your appearance. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-rapids/2026-confluence-thought-series/100001990645376909 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, science-fair, artificial-intelligence - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes - Location: Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 60, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Grand Rapids - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University - **lat**: 42.96591000000001 - **long**: -85.66830499999999 - **full address**: Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University, 17 Fountain Street Northwest, Grand Rapids, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Confluence Thought Series - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/9fe6f82a5d3769c71ace8c11766d6acde2ba69e6edf2547a18c9083b92881339-rimg-w1200-h600-dcd3d5d2-gmir.jpg?v=1783526543 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Confluence Thought Series being held? 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