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Blaze AI Summit

At the Michigan Blaze AI Summit, Better Business Bureau® of Michigan will be helping business leaders turn AI curiosity into practical action.

On July 14, 2026, at The Goei Center in Grand Rapids, attendees will experience expert-led sessions, live demonstrations, and real-world examples for applying AI responsibly across marketing, operations, and decision-making.

Early Bird tickets are $249.99. Save $50 by registering before June 5th.

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BBB of Michigan will host the Blaze AI Summit on July 14 at The Goei Center in Grand Rapids, a one-day event for small and mid-sized business leaders ready to understand, adopt, and apply AI in their business workflow in practical ways without losing Consumer Trust.

The Summit will bring together experts, innovators, and entrepreneurs to explore how AI can support growth, improve operations, strengthen marketing, and protect trust when used responsibly. Attendees will explore practical AI usage, ethical responsibility, and the importance of keeping human judgment at the center.

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Built for Michigan businesses ready to lead what comes next.

The first Better Business Bureau of Michigan BLAZE AI Summit will be hosted at The Goei Center in Grand Rapids.

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Tal Goldhamer
Tal Goldhamer - Morning Keynote Speaker

Tal Goldhammer is an award-winning executive with more than 30 years of experience in strategic transformation, AI education, and people-centered innovation.

A former Senior Partner and Chief Learning Officer at Ernst & Young, Tal helps leaders translate complex AI concepts into clear, practical strategies that create lasting organizational change.

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Jonathan Liebert
Jonathan Liebert - Lunch Keynote Speaker

Jonathan Liebert is an AI thought leader, author, and advocate for ethical innovation.

As CEO and Executive Director of Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado and founder of The AI Collective for Colorado, he helps businesses and communities approach AI with clarity, responsibility, and a human-centered mindset.

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Tal Goldhamer
Drew Veach - Main Session Speaker

Drew Veach is the CMS and AI Strategy Lead at BizStream, bringing more than 20 years of experience in sales, business development, and digital strategy.

He helps organizations simplify workflows, improve digital experiences, and understand where AI can create practical value in everyday business operations.

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Jasmine Shells
Jasmine Shells - Main Session Speaker

Jasmine Shells is a serial entrepreneur, product leader, and business coach dedicated to helping entrepreneurs turn ideas into growth.

As the Grow with Google Midwest Regional Coach and founder of 312 Labs, she helps small business owners and startup founders use AI, product strategy, and go-to-market planning to move forward with confidence.

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Why learn about AI from BBB, Michigan?

BBB, Michigan does not sell AI tools or promote platforms.

We provide neutral, non-vendor education designed to help businesses and consumers understand how AI affects trust, transparency, and decision-making.

Our role is not to push adoption, but to help people ask better questions, understand risks, and use AI in ways that protect credibility and public confidence.

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