2025 Great Lakes Expo

Join us at the 2025 MI-APWA Great Lakes Expo for three days of unparalleled learning, networking, and innovation at the premier event for public works professionals in the Great Lakes region.

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This year’s Expo promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring:

• Cutting-edge educational sessions: Dive deep into the latest trends and best practices in infrastructure management, technology, sustainability, and more. Our diverse program offers something for everyone, from seasoned professionals to emerging leaders.
• Exhibitor Showcase: Connect with leading industry vendors and see the latest technologies and equipment in action. Explore innovative solutions to your toughest challenges and discover new ways to optimize your operations.
• Networking opportunities: Build valuable connections with colleagues and peers from across the region. Expand your professional network, share ideas, and collaborate on future projects.
• This year: The Public Fleet Management Certificate program is intended for current and aspiring Fleet Managers and Lead Technicians.
• Special events: Don’t miss our exciting social events, including the Welcome Reception and Awards Banquet, where you can celebrate your achievements and build lasting relationships.

Key Dates:

• Registration Open: Now!
• Room Block Closes:
• Expo Dates: May 20-22, 2025
• Location: Grand Traverse Resort, Grand Traverse, MI

TUESDAY, MAY 20

• 11:30am - 6:30pm Exhibitor Set-up Governors Hall & Prefunction
• 12:30pm Golf Outing Wolverine Golf Course
• 1:00 - 5:00pm Wine Tour Off-site
• 7:30 - 9:30pm YP Welcome ReceptionMichigan AB

WEDNESDAY, MAY 21

• 7:00 - 8:30am Registration Open Tower Desk
• 7:00 - 11:00am Exhibitor Set up Governors Hall & Prefunction
• 7:30 - 9:00am Breakfast Tower Ballroom
• 8:00 - 8:30am Annual Meeting - Branch President & Past President Awards Tower Ballroom
• 8:30 - 9:30am MML Update Tower Ballroom
• 9:30 - 11:00am Keynote Speaker Tower Ballroom
• 11:00am - 4:30pm Exhibit Floor Open Governors Hall & Prefunction
• 11:00 - 11:30am Break - Visit Exhibitors Governors Hall & Prefunction
• 11:30am - 12:30pm Concurrent Sessions Multiple
• 12:30-2:00pm Lunch with Exhibitors Governors Hall & Prefunction
• 2:00 - 3:00pm Concurrent Sessions Multiple
• 3:00- 3:30pm Break - Visit Exhibitors Governors Hall & Prefunction
• 3:30 - 4:30pm Concurrent Sessions Multiple
• 4:30 - 5:30pm Social Hour on Exhibit Floor Governors Hall & Prefunction

THURSDAY, MAY 22

• 7:30 - 8:30am Breakfast on Expo Floor Governors Hall & Prefunction
• 7:30am - 2:00pm Exhibit Floor Open Governors Hall & Prefunction
• 8:30 - 9:30am Concurrent Sessions Multiple
• 9:30 - 10:00am Break - Visit Exhibitors Governors Hall & Prefunction
• 10:00am - 12:00pm Concurrent Sessions Multiple
• 12:00 - 2:00pm Lunch with Exhibitors Governors Hall & Prefunction
• 2:00 - 4:00pm Concurrent Sessions Multiple
• 5:30 - 6:00pm Cocktail Hour Tower Prefunction
• 6:00- 7:00pm Awards Ceremony Tower Ballroom
• 7:00 - 10:00pm Vegas Night Michigan Ballroom

Concurrent Sessions Fleet Track, Peninsula BC Management Track, Mackinaw Ballroom Operations Track, Peninsula A In order to receive a full refund, cancellation requests must be received before Monday, May 12th. Cancellation requests received on or after this date (Monday, May 12th) will not be refunded.