Conference Overview
The 2026 mParks Conference & Trade Show will take place March 3–6, 2026, at the Lansing Center in Lansing, Michigan (333 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48933). The conference brings together parks and recreation professionals, industry partners, and thought leaders from across the state and beyond.
With 80+ education sessions, a dynamic trade show floor, award celebrations, and engaging networking events, the conference is designed to spark ideas, share best practices, and strengthen Michigan’s parks and recreation community. As a speaker, your expertise plays a vital role in shaping the attendee experience.
With 80+ education sessions, a dynamic trade show floor, award celebrations, and engaging networking events, the conference is designed to spark ideas, share best practices, and strengthen Michigan’s parks and recreation community. As a speaker, your expertise plays a vital role in shaping the attendee experience.
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Audio Visual
All rooms will be set theater style (unless noted or discussed). Standard audiovisual support will be provided, including an LCD projector, screen, and laptop. Speaker Lounge Hours Tuesday, March 3: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday, March 4: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday, March 5: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Location: Butler Boardroom (Level 2) of the Lansing Center |
Hotel Information
DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing 111 North Grand Avenue Lansing, Michigan 48933 517.482018 Transportation Capital Region International Airport 4100 Capital City Blvd Lansing, MI 48906 Transportation to and from the airport is provided by the hotel shuttle. All other forms of transportation are the speaker's responsibility. |
For questions about your session date, time, room location, or any other logistics, please contact mParks Director of Education & Training, Shelby Eva, CMP/ 517.306.5911.
Onsite Contact Information
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Tina Nowakowski
Director of Communications & Strategic Partnerships, mParks [email protected] Call/Text: 248.835.3718 |
Branding Guidelines & Assets
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Help us spread the word! Speakers are encouraged to promote their participation using official mParks branding.
Connect with mParks on Social Media Please tag mParks on social media when promoting your session or sharing updates from the 2026 mParks Conference & Trade.
Available Assets These assets may be used on websites, social media, email signatures, and promotional materials related to your session. |
Branding Guidelines
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Click on the graphics/assets below to download the files to use in your PowerPoint presentations, handouts, and on social media.
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Logos to use on presentations, handouts, and social media
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Social media graphics and sample posts
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Mobile App & Speaker Portal
All speakers are required to complete their profile and upload session materials through the Bravura CONNECT Speaker Portal, which feeds directly into the official conference mobile app.
What You’ll Do in the Speaker Portal
For step-by-step instructions on setting up your profile, uploading documents, and using interactive features like live polls and Q&A, please review the Bravura CONNECT Speaker Guide |
Use your registered email address to access the speaker portal. No password is required.
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For questions about branding, custom graphics, or the mobile app, please contact mParks Director of Communication & Strategic Partnerships, Tina Nowakowski / 517.485.9890.