Making It In Michigan Conference

The Making It In Michigan conference will feature in-depth educational sessions, networking opportunities, and take-home resources.

Want to learn more about making your business more efficient and profitable? This half-day conference features a keynote and educational panels that will concentrate on different business strategies. This year’s panels will highlight Specialty Food, Distribution, Retail, and Building to Stage Two. These topics will ignite your entrepreneurial business and take it to the next level of success.

Join us the evening before the conference on May 6 from 6-8 p.m. for a casual reception in the Lansing Center’s Exhibit Hall. This is an opportunity to network with MSU Product Center staff and other food entrepreneurs in Michigan. Conference participant check-in will begin at 7:30 a.m. on May 7 with the conference beginning at 8:30 a.m. 

Conference Cost: $40

Student Opportunity: Michigan-based students are welcome to register at a rate of $20 and be prepared to show a student identification card at the check-in table the day of the event.

REGISTRATION FOR MAKING IT IN MICHIGAN OPENS IN WINTER 2025.

 

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