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Great Lakes Relocation Conference
Conference Agenda
Rewire. Rethink. Relocate.
All-Conference
Corporate Track
Supplier & Partner Track
Breakout Session
Day One
Wednesday
September 16, 2026
4:00 – 7:00 PM
Welcome Reception & Networking
at MGM Grand Detroit
Charity Music Bingo · 4:00–6:15 PM (registration 4:00–4:30 PM)
Networking with beer, wine & Detroit fare · 4:00–7:00 PM
Day Two
Thursday
September 17, 2026
7:00 – 7:45 AM
Morning Yoga
Relocate Your Balance · all levels welcome
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Breakfast & Networking
9:00 – 9:15 AM
9:15 – 10:15 AM
CC
Dr. Christina Costa, PhD
Professor of Psychology, Wayne State University
Dr. Costa is a teacher, researcher, and speaker whose work bridges the science of learning with the principles of positive psychology. Drawing on a background in education and neuroscience, she explores how gratitude, resilience, and mindset shape wellbeing and success — and partners with organizations to help teams apply evidence-based practices that boost engagement, motivation, and mental health. As the daughter of an expat, she understands firsthand the challenges and rewards of relocating.
10:15 – 10:30 AM
Networking Break
10:30 – 11:45 AM
The Move, Rewired
Go behind the scenes of the household goods industry with a candid, interactive look at what really happens during an employee move. Explore current domestic and global trends, understand what relocation policies cover, decode pricing and valuation, and learn how to make smarter decisions that improve both the employee experience and program performance. Whether you're new to mobility or a seasoned professional, you'll leave with practical insights you can apply immediately.
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 – 2:30 PM
Concurrent · choose your track
Learning Without Limits
Expand your own leadership capabilities in a session built around growth without limits. Speaker and full details to be announced.
Rewire Your Career
Your greatest career investment isn't just your next client — it's your professional network and industry involvement. Learn how serving on committees, volunteering with regional relocation councils, participating in WERC, and earning certifications like CRP and GMS can elevate your credibility and open new opportunities. Hear from leaders who've leveraged service and education to accelerate their careers, and leave with a roadmap for getting involved.
2:30 – 2:45 PM
Networking Break
2:45 – 3:30 PM
Breakout sessions · choose one
Rewire the Rules
Navigating immigration through uncertainty. Corporate immigration leaders and experienced providers share real case studies, lessons learned, and practical strategies for staying compliant while delivering an exceptional employee experience.
How I Wish I Built My Mobility RFP
Mobility leaders tell all — candid lessons on what they'd do differently, and how to build a smarter, sharper RFP.
Rethink Your Workflow: AI Beyond the Prompt
A hands-on workshop, not a watch-and-listen talk. Bring your laptop and explore practical AI tools that streamline communication, automate repetitive tasks, analyze data, and improve your day-to-day work. Beginner or seasoned ChatGPT user, you'll leave with new skills and real workflows.
3:45 – 5:00 PM
President's Circle
An all-conference session to close the day — Rewire, Rethink, Relocate — bringing the community together around what's next for mobility.
6:00 – 10:00 PM
Rewired After Dark
Evening networking event — unwind & connect
Day Three
Friday
September 18, 2026
8:00 – 9:00 AM
All-Conference Breakfast
last chance to purchase raffle tickets
9:00 – 10:30 AM
Concurrent · choose your track
Corporate Roundtable: Fast, Focused, Forward-Looking
A dynamic roundtable built for peer-to-peer exchange. Through fast-paced, small-group discussions, corporate professionals rotate across key topics — benchmarking strategies, exploring emerging trends, and trading practical approaches in real time, with actionable takeaways to bring home.
Supplier & Partner Roundtable: Fast, Focused, Forward-Looking
Service providers gather for a dynamic roundtable designed to spark fresh perspectives. Fast-paced, small-group discussions rotate across key industry topics, offering a unique chance to benchmark strategies, explore trends, and gain diverse viewpoints from across the industry.
10:45 – 11:15 AM
Break & Raffles
refreshments and raffle drawings
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Forward Looking: A Fireside Chat on What's Next
Corporate industry leaders share a candid conversation on the trends and priorities shaping the future of mobility, building on the morning's corporate roundtable discussions.
12:15 – 12:30 PM