Venue
DeVos Place
We’ll host our 2026 Annual Conference & Exposition at the DeVos Place Convention Center in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. City energy meets scenic beauty at this riverfront venue along the Grand River where we’ll enjoy expansive meeting space and inviting common areas to mingle with colleagues.
Two of our three event hotels connect directly with the convention center (Amway Grand and JW Marriott), with the third just steps away (Hyatt), as well as access to more than 50 restaurants, shops, and museums in easy walking distance. Whether you spend your downtime strolling along the Riverwalk, meeting colleagues for a meal, or exploring the local art and culture, you’ll appreciate the blend of small-town charm and big city amenities that make Grand Rapids a great host city.
Located 13 miles from the Gerald R. Ford Airport, you’ll need to find your own transportation to our downtown destination. Vehicles will incur parking fees at the hotel lots or a nearby parking garage, but the city has both DASH and Rapid public transportation options available, with a very walkable downtown area.
Hotel options
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
187 Monroe Avenue NW,
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
Conveniently located just next door, our **conference host hotel—the Four-Star Amway Grand Plaza by Hilton—** offers effortless access to DeVos Place through a climate-controlled skywalk or an easy stroll across the art-filled alleyway.
At a special rate of $155 per room, this historic landmark blends timeless elegance with modern comfort, featuring beautifully appointed guest rooms, exceptional dining, and inviting spaces to relax and connect with colleagues after a full day of sessions. Guests can enjoy several on-site restaurants and lounges, a fitness center and spa, indoor pool, and even pickleball courts—all without leaving the property.
Whether you’re networking over breakfast, unwinding after sessions, or taking in the city lights from the hotel’s glass atrium, the Amway Grand Plaza provides an exceptional home base for your conference experience.
Discounted parking is available at $20 per night for self-parking and $22 per night for valet.
The Amway Grand is currently sold out. Please feel free to check their website for any new availability, or consider one of the alternative options below.
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids/Downtown
140 Ottawa Ave NW
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
Just a block uphill from DeVos Place, the Hyatt Place offers modern comfort within easy walking distance, also at a negotiated rate of $155 per room. Enjoy beautiful city views, spacious rooms, and complimentary breakfast—all in a relaxed setting close to restaurants, coffee shops, and downtown attractions.
Self-parking is available in the adjacent garage at the Hyatt Place, with a current rate of $38 per night.
JW Marriott Grand Rapids
235 Louis Campau Promenade NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Centrally located in downtown Grand Rapids, this property offers convenient access via a connected skywalk to both DeVos Place Convention Center and the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel. Surrounded by restaurants, coffee shops, and downtown attractions, it’s a great option, also available at a rate of $155 per night.
Discounted parking is available at $20 per night for self-parking and $22 per night for valet.