 Michigan Lean Consortium |
As automation, AI, and rapid technological change reshape the workplace, the 2027 MLC Annual Conference explores what sets human-driven continuous improvement apart. Join Lean practitioners, leaders, and change-makers from across Michigan in Traverse City for learning, connection, and shared insight into how Lean thinking helps organizations adapt without losing sight of the people at the center of it.
3Days of Networking Build relationships with Lean practitioners, leaders, and peers from across multiple industries. | 2Days of Breakouts Dive into hands-on sessions led by practitioners tackling real challenges. | 1Day of Industry Gemba Walks See Lean in action. Observe continuous improvement principles in real time. |
Registration and Pricing
Did you attend the 2026 Annual Conference? Reach out to admin@michiganlean.org to take advantage of our exclusive loyalty rate open now through October 31, 2026.
Early Bird: Now through March 31, 2027
- Member: $460
- Member Group Rate (6 attendees): $2,500
- Non-Member: $590
- Non-Member Group Rate (6 attendees): $2,850
Bundle & Save
Get even more value from your 2027 learning experience by bundling the 2027 Annual Conference with the 2027 Grand Rapids Lean Summit. When you add the Summit during Annual Conference registration, you'll receive our exclusive bundle pricing and enjoy two premier MLC events designed to inspire new ideas, practical learning, and meaningful connections, all with one registration process.
How It Works
- Select the Grand Rapids Lean Summit add-on when completing your Annual Conference registration.
- We'll take care of the rest! Your Annual Conference registration information will automatically be copied to your Grand Rapids Lean Summit registration, no additional registration is required.
Hotel Blocks
Bayshore Resort
Traverse City, MI Ph: (231) 935-4400
Group Rates:
| Room Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Standard | $269/night |
| Eastside | $279/night |
| Bayfront | $339/night |
Rates plus 11% tax, based on single or double occupancy. Additional guests in a room incur a $10/person/night surcharge. Guests 17 and under stay free in a parent's room.
How to Reserve: Call the hotel directly and reference "MI Lean." Booking link coming soon — call-in reservations only for now. Ph: (231) 935-4400
Book by: Thursday, June 3, 2027
Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM
Please note: Bayshore Resort is entirely non-smoking; a $200 fee applies for smoking anywhere on property, including balconies and the beach.
Park Place Hotel & Conference Center
300 E State Street, Traverse City, MI 49684 Ph: (231) 946-5000
Group Rate: $309/night (Double Queen or King, Historic Tower) Rates subject to 6% sales tax (if applicable), 8% facility fee, and 5% local assessment.
How to Reserve: Call the hotel directly and reference the "Michigan Lean Room Block." Booking link coming soon — call-in reservations only for now. Ph: (231) 946-5000
Book by: Sunday, June 20, 2027 Rooms not reserved by this date will be released and are subject to availability and prevailing rates thereafter.
Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM