Ann Arbor to Host 2026 Playeasy Innovators Summit

Playeasy will continue its Innovators Summit in 2026, with Ann Arbor, Michigan, hosting the event June 15–17 at the Vanguard Ann Arbor.

The Ann Arbor Sports Commission will serve as host for the summit, which will enter its second year after debuting in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, in 2025.

“Ann Arbor has been a trusted, forward-thinking partner since Playeasy’s early days, and we’re beyond excited to bring our second Innovators Summit to a destination that truly embodies innovation and a deep-rooted sports and events culture,” said Kerri Shields, CEO of the Playeasy Network. “This summit is about looking ahead — sharing ideas, building stronger partnerships, and shaping what’s next for our industry — and we couldn’t be more excited to bring it to life alongside the incredible team at the Ann Arbor Sports Commission.”

The 2026 event also serves as an extension of Playeasy’s partnership with the Michigan Sports Commission, a statewide initiative aimed at promoting sporting events and tourism across Michigan. The event aims to foster collaboration among DMO partners statewide, with industry leaders, destinations, and rightsholders gathering to share ideas, celebrate innovation, and explore the future of sports tourism.

“We’re thrilled to welcome the 2026 Playeasy Summit to Ann Arbor,” said Meaghan Hughes, director of the Ann Arbor Sports Commission. “This event brings together innovative leaders in sports tourism, and we’re proud to host it in a community known for creativity, collaboration and a long tradition of world-class sporting events.”

Playeasy recently announced the creation of two dedicated business lines — Playeasy Network and Playeasy Experiences — both powered by the company’s platform designed to connect sports event organizers and destinations and venues looking to host their events.\