Detroit Economic Club

Leading a Hard-Working Team for Hard-Working Customers
2021-12-09 16:30 - 17:00 UTC | The Carhartt Workshop, 5800 Cass Ave 2nd Floor, Detroit, MI, 48202, United States
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The 12th Annual Young Leader Conference is a must-attend professional development opportunity for those under the age of 40. This one-day conference is designed by Young Leaders (YL) exclusively for Young Leaders! Attendees experience powerful keynotes, impactful breakout sessions, and extensive networking throughout the day. DEC board members and conference sponsors are invited to attend the afterglow at the end of the conference. Click here to see 2025’s event gallery.

Tickets on sale in june

DEC Young Leader members receive early-bird and discounted pricing on their conference ticket.

Want to learn about YL member benefits? Click here to explore a membership!

BREAKOUT SPEAKER SUBMISSIONS

The Detroit Economic Club Young Leader Conference (YLC) is seeking dynamic speakers who embody curiosity-driven leadership. Whether you’re experimenting with new ways of working, advancing creative problem-solving, or helping teams adapt in an ever-changing landscape, we want to hear from YOU. Please note that this is an unpaid speaking opportunity, but it offers visibility within DEC’s extensive professional network. To streamline the application process, all speakers are required to complete the same form (please do not send cold emails). The conference committee will review submissions regularly after the open call begins.

BREAKOUT SPEAKER SUBMISSION

Agenda (subject to change)

8:00 a.m. Registration & Coffee 9:00 a.m. Powerful Keynotes, Impactful Breakout Sessions, Networking, and Lunch 4:00 p.m. Afterglow 5:00 p.m. Adjourn

VENUE

MotorCity Casino Hotel

2901 Grand River Ave

Detroit,

MI

48201

United States

Signature Event Cancellation and Refund Policy: Ticket cancellations must be made by 12:00 p.m. (noon) five business days prior to the conference in order to receive a refund. 2026 Refund Deadline: 12 p.m. on Thursday, October 1 For questions, please contact the Detroit Economic Club at (313) 963-8547 or info@econclub.org.

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MSU Sports and the State of College Athletics
2022-05-23 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Detroit) | MotorCity Casino Hotel, 2901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48201, United States

YL CEO SERIES: Mark Douglas
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THE GREAT RESET: The Future of Work
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2023 Michigan Economic Outlook
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Time to Step on the Gas Michigan!
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2022 - 2023 Detroit Red Wings
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YL CEO SERIES: Michael Bickers
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What Does It Take for Women to Thrive in Leadership Roles Today?
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Move Your Bus! Keys to Productivity, Motivation and Success in the Workplace!
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Thoughtful Urban Design for Downtown Growth - A DEC/DPTV Town Hall
2023-04-11 15:30 - 18:00 (America/Detroit) | The Marygrove Conservancy, 8425 W McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI, 48221, United States
