Detroit Latin Heritage Month Innovation Summit

Welcome to Detroit Latin Heritage Month Innovation Summit - "Break the Pattern in Michigan's Tech Ecosystem"

Register for LHM Summit:
http://bit.ly/lhm-summit

Sign Up for Compass Detroit:
http://bit.ly/compass2026

Join us for Detroit Latin Heritage Month Innovation Summit on Saturday, September 19th at Wayne State University for an energizing day of talks, workshops, and celebration dedicated to Southwest Detroit's leaders, technologists, and allies driving innovation forward. Guided by the 2026 theme, “Break the Pattern in Michigan's Tech Ecosystem”, this summit will spotlight how Southwest Detroit's voices are transforming technology—especially in AI and other emerging fields—through bold thinking, authentic leadership, and boundary-breaking creativity.

Attendees will hear from local and international speakers sharing breakthrough ideas, exchange best practices for career advancement and inclusive leadership, and connect with peers who are equally committed to equity, representation, and innovation in tech.

Hosted in partnership with Compass and GDG Detroit, this event is part of a broader movement to amplify Southwest Detroit technologists and create intentional spaces for visibility, opportunity, and celebration. Expect a vibrant day of panel discussions, technical sessions, and dynamic networking—each designed to spark collaboration and challenge the status quo.

We look forward to celebrating Latin Heritage Month with you and leading Detroit’s Tech Ecosystem to re-imagine and build a more inclusive, innovative future for all.

#SoutheastDetroit #LHM2026 #BreakThePattern #DetroitInnovation #DetroitTech #CompassDetroit #GDG Detroit #WomenTechmakers #SHPEDetroit #WSU

Agenda

8:00 AM: Check-In & Breakfast

8:15 AM: Morning Mindfulness & Meditative Yoga

8:45 AM: Welcome & Opening Remarks

9:00 AM: Lightning Talks

12:00 PM: Lunch Break & Networking

1:00 PM: Detroit Latin Heritage Month Innovation Summit Panel Discussion

2:00 PM: Engineering Loteria

with SHPE Detroit

4:00 PM: Closing Remarks & Prizes

4:30 PM: Techie Hour & Networking

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Hosted By

Dave Koziol, GDG Organizer