April 28-30, 2026 in Detroit, MI
Immerse yourself in a vibrant community of like-hearted leaders focused on building businesses that prioritize purpose and values. At the Small Giants Community Summit, you’ll experience the power of relationships and connections through inspiring speakers, interactive sessions, and unforgettable events.
The Small Giants Community Summit is an annual business conference that brings together leaders from purpose-driven organizations to connect, learn, and share best practices for building exceptional companies. In our 2025 Summit, we’ll explore the power of human connection and how it fuels success in business, as well as all aspects of our lives.
You’re responsible for booking your own lodging, but we welcome you to book in the Small Giants Community’s room blocks at convenient locations here.
Nothing brings people together like an excellent meal (and a great drink!). All of your food and beverages during Summit events are nutritious, delicious, and included.
"The Summit was one of the best-produced conferences of the many I've been to. Every detail was incredibly thoughtful and intentional. Nice mix of session types too. And it had, as well, a terrific spirit. The friendliness and the quality of conversations were stellar."
John Abrams
Co-Founder, Abrams+Angell, South Mountain Company
"I was wowed by the kindness and community feel of all of the people who I met. I cannot tell you how many of these things I go to where I am just standing around outside the circle. This group of people is very special."
Sara Habib
COO, OpenTent
"The communication, coordination, delivery, atmosphere, sense of community, attention to detail, were all wonderful."
Brent Darden
Chairman, REX Roundtables for Leaders
"The Small Giants community was wise and helpful; the speakers were engaging and knowledgeable; the activities helped me tremendously and the food was delicious."
Lutalo Sanifu
Director of Resilience, Safety and Business District Services, Jefferson East, Inc.
"The Summit is one of my favorite events of the year and plays a big role in my personal growth, mainly because the people I see in these three days refill my cup faster than most other events."
Sabrina White
Head of People & Great Work, Text-Em-All
"I expected it to be great and it was. Great connections. Amazing community."
Carl Churchill
Chief Coffee Officer, Alpha Coffee
"Everything was incredible! The best venues! The best food! The best speakers! The best people! I like the applicable tips and tricks we can bring home -- values wheels, how-to's, templates -- coupled with the incredible inspirational main stage sessions."
Lauren Adams
Partner, Center for Financial Planning, Inc.
"The talks were excellent, the community was extremely welcoming. Best conference I have ever been to!"
Anonymous
"Going to my first Summit, I wasn't sure what to expect. I've been to many tech conferences, but this was my first 'Leadership' focused conference. Maybe because I was new, but so many people enthusiastically conversed with me and offered help. Every conversation was excellent. The talks were wonderful, but the connections were what made this event special."
Mike Bopp
Managing Director, Rapid Development Group
"I have been to many industry conferences at which I often felt attendees were in competition with each other and kept those nuggets of knowledge close to their chest. The speakers and the attendees at Small Giants all projected a feeling of solidarity, caring and kindness."
Michele Wolbert
Executive Vice-President of Administration, The Kelly Group
"I really enjoyed everyone I met and appreciated the two tracks. I was impressed by Detroit and the Small Giants team."
Jamie Johnson
CEO, Verde Energy Efficiency Experts
"I love how everyone was so open and inviting. Everyone was so open to telling their stories and sharing personal stories."
Andy Kijorski
Director Of Operations, Emagine Entertainment, Inc.
Get ready for a warm welcome and an unforgettable experience! We thoughtfully curate every aspect of the Small Giants Summit, from seating arrangements to interactive sessions, so you can connect with fellow leaders on a deep level. (We don’t bite, in fact, the Small Giants Community is known for its openness and genuine connections.)
Want to learn more? Email us at hello@smallgiants.org and we’ll have a virtual cup of coffee to tell you more!
April 25 through June 30, 2025 – $1,400
July 1 through August 31, 2025 –$1,500
September 1 through October 31, 2025 – $1,600
November 1 through December 31, 2025 – $1,700
After December 31, 2025 – $1,800
Psst! Bringing three or more leaders from your company? Use discount code THREE (case sensitive) to save $200 per ticket. To enter this group code, look for "Use promo, credit or voucher code" toward the top of the page when filling out your registration form.
Absolutely! Bring your team and dive deep into the Small Giants philosophy together. We have content tailored for both Founders/CEOs and Next Gen Leaders.
Bringing three or more leaders from your company? Use discount code THREE (case sensitive) to save $200 per ticket. To enter this group code, look for "Use promo, credit or voucher code" toward the top of the page when filling out your registration form.
The open call for 2025 Small Giants Summit speakers closed on October 31, 2024. But we're always looking for passionate leaders to contribute to the Small Giants Community library!
Learn more about sharing your story here.
Yes! We offer a variety of sponsorship packages to help you connect with our community and support the Small Giants movement.
Learn more here.
When we first held the Summit in Detroit, it was because our team was already located there, and we wanted to share the “revitalization” story that was unfolding. Small Giants loved the experience so much that we brought them back again and again!
Over the last few years, we’ve established relationships with small businesses and local organizations who support the Summit in a variety of ways, and have given us an incredible foundation to do what we do. This allows us to do our part in continuing to revitalize a city that has endured so much over the years.
Discover opportunities to support our community through sponsorship or donations, and explore the exciting speakers, activities, and more at our Summit event.