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Event details

Date: May 19, 2026

Time: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Location: The Department at Hudson's | 1000 Nick Gilbert Way, Detroit, MI 48226

 

Agenda

Complimentary1 food and drinks available throughout the event.

1:00 pm | Doors open

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Activations and networking

  • Marketing workshops: Sign up on-site for a complimentary, personalized marketing workshop led by industry experts to learn best practices in branding and digital marketing.
  • Local Chase for Business Marketplace: Visit our marketplace booths to shop with local vendors and receive complimentary giveaways and samples.
  • The Solutions Center: Speak with a Chase small business specialist to learn about our innovative banking, payment acceptance and credit card products.
  • Headshot photo booths: Stop by our photo booths to get a professional headshot at no cost to you.
  • Social Media Builder: Enjoy a dedicated space for attendees to craft and share custom social media posts that highlight your business.
  • Octagon Lounge: Relax and network in a comfortable lounge setting while sampling products from local clients.

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm | Mainstage presentations

  • Leadership and Service Excellence presented by Disney Institute: Discover proven strategies on leadership and service excellence that can drive success for your business.
  • Small Business Resilience with Liz Wilke: Learn how to navigate opportunities in Detroit's dynamic business landscape based on national and local market trends.
  • Raising the Standard with Calvin Johnson, Jr.: Gain practical insights that can help your small business adapt, overcome challenges and thrive in any environment.

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm | Evening reception

  • Meet and greet, happy hour, networking and entertainment