The West Michigan CEO Summit brings together some of the most influential entrepreneurs and executives leading West Michigan. Meredith Bronk, President and CEO of Progressive Companies, will serve as the 2026 CEO Summit Chair. With a career marked by transformative leadership, Meredith’s guidance will be invaluable as we gather for this premier executive event.
What to expect:
- Keynote presentations with tools for business growth
- Inspiring leadership lessons
- The opportunity to participate in facilitated discussions on key issues
- Networking with fellow West Michigan executives
Attending the West Michigan CEO Summit
The West Michigan CEO Summit is one of the best investments you can make in your professional and personal development. Together, we can ensure Grand Rapids is the best place to live and work. Together, we can foster a thriving and prosperous West Michigan for ALL.
Be a part of leading a growing West Michigan at the CEO Summit.
7:30 A.M. Registration, Buffet Breakfast, & Networking
8:05 A.M. Welcome from the 2026 West Michigan CEO Summit Chair
Meredith Bronk, President & CEO, Progressive Companies
8:20 A.M. Leadership Lesson
Julie Leonard, CEO, LMCU
8:50 A.M. Leadership Lesson
Ashlea Souffrou, Founder & CEO, SxanPro
9:05 A.M. Break & Networking
9:20 A.M. New CEO Chat
Darrius Barnes, President, AC Grand Rapids
Kara Wood, Executive Director, Grand Action 2.0
9:32 A.M. Discussion – The Impact of Local Ownership in West Michigan
Meredith Bronk, President & CEO, Progressive Companies
Rick Baker, President & CEO, Grand Rapids Chamber
Greg McNeilly, President & CEO, The Windquest Group
Robert Roth, Executive Chairman, RoMan Manufacturing
9:55 A.M. Leadership Lesson
Gabriel Grant, Founder & CEO, Care Granted
10:10 A.M. Break & Networking
10:25 A.M. Leadership Lesson
Daniel Watts, CEO, US Signal
10:45 A.M. Leadership Lesson
Tricia Keith, President & CEO, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
11:05 A.M. Leadership Lesson: GRA250
Brian Hooks, Chairman & CEO, Stand Together
11:20 A.M. Closing Remarks
Meredith Bronk, President & CEO, Progressive Companies
Rick Baker, President & CEO, Grand Rapids Chamber
Jeff Lumpp, President, Hylant and Grand Rapids Chamber Board Chair
11:30 A.M. Adjourn
CEO Summit Chair
The Impact of Local Ownership in West Michigan Panel
Moderated by Meredith Bronk, President & CEO, Progressive Companies
Meet our speakers
Turn their experience into your competitive advantage. Hear Leadership Lessons from these local leaders as they break down career-defining moments into strategies you can apply to your own organization.
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