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The 2026 hybrid conference will be held August 16-19 at the Amway Grand Plaza hotel and the DeVos Place conference center. The two venues are connected by less than a minute’s walk through an elevated, indoor skywalk. The Amway blends the elegant history of the 1920s Pantlind Hotel with modern amenities of today and DeVos Place is a beautiful and incredible facility. The Amway Grand Plaza is located at 187 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503.
From world-class attractions and outdoor recreation to nationally ranked food and craft beverage scenes, Grand Rapids, Michigan (GR) is filled with unexpected surprises. Downtown GR boasts the amenities of a major metropolis, with 200+ restaurants, shops, performance venues, nightspots and cultural sites providing diversions for every age and interest.
The city center is safe, clean, and walkable with a relaxed vibe that is small-town friendly. After a meal or two, you won’t be surprised that GR is America’s Best Beer City, the nation’s Craft Beverage Capital, and a top 20 U.S. Foodie City. You’ll get an eyeful of spectacular art, an earful of live music, and can even pack your flip flops to visit the seemingly endless shoreline of Lake Michigan that’s a short drive away. Attendees who want to arrive early or stay late will find themselves with plenty of opportunities for fun!
The conference committee is planning ways for attendees to experience Michigan and GR, but if you'd like to explore on your own, check out the Visit Grand Rapids website for all your options.
Rooms at the Amway are available at the hotel group rate of $169/night; rates are subject to applicable fees and taxes.
- Reservations must be made by July 23, 2026 to receive the discounted rate.
- If you'd like to come in early or stay late, you can receive the group rate for up to three days before and after the conference.
- Use the online link available here to make your reservations or call 800-253-3590. If you call for reservations, you must reference APT US&C or MMTA to receive the group rate.
- Note: once on-site, request the group parking rate at the adjacent parking garage; our daily group parking rate is $12 for self-parking or $15 for valet (standard rates are $35 for self-parking and $39 for valet).
We look forward to seeing you in August!
Photos from top to bottom:
- The Amway Grand overlooking the Grand River in downtown Grand Rapids
- The Pantlind Lobby in the Amway Grand Plaza
- DeVos Place (left) and the Amway Grand Plaza (right) from the pedestrian Gillett Bridge
- The Public Museum (just across the Gillett and Pearl Street Bridges from the Amway)
- Shoreline of Lake Michigan
- Conservatory at Meijer Gardens
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