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**What is the Playeasy Innovators Summit?**

The Playeasy Innovators Summit is the annual gathering of trailblazers in the sporting event & tourism industry – bringing together destinations, event organizers, facilities, and industry partners for three days of collaboration, education, and hands-on innovation. Attendees connect with peers, explore breakthrough technology, share best practices, and shape the future of the sporting event & destination marketing ecosystem. Designed to inspire and elevate the industry, the Summit delivers high-impact sessions, dynamic networking, and real-world solutions that attendees can bring home to their communities.

**2026 Playeasy Innovators Summit Event Summary:**

The 2026 Playeasy Innovators Summit will take place June 15–17, 2026, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, at the Vanguard Ann Arbor. This year’s Summit will bring together leaders from across the sporting event and tourism industry for three days of immersive learning, forward-thinking discussion, and collaborative problem-solving in one of the country’s most vibrant sports destinations. Attendees are encouraged to plan travel for departure on June 18 to fully participate in the Summit’s closing night experience.

Attendees will experience a mix of keynote sessions, hands-on workshops, live product deep dives, and curated networking designed to spark ideas and drive meaningful progress across destinations and events. Set in the heart of Ann Arbor, the Summit will showcase the city’s innovative spirit and rich sports culture, providing an inspiring backdrop to explore new strategies and future-focused technology – while experiencing Playeasy Experiences technology firsthand.

The Summit will culminate with a signature closing night at Michigan Football’s Big House, followed by an after-hours celebration, offering a unique opportunity to connect in an unforgettable setting. From industry insights to on-the-ground collaboration, the 2026 Playeasy Innovators Summit will equip attendees with the tools, connections, and inspiration needed to shape the next generation of event experiences

**Why You Should Attend:** &#x20;

* Be at the Forefront of Innovation: Get a first look at Playeasy’s latest technology, tools, and ideas shaping the future of event marketing, digital engagement, and destination impact in sports tourism.
* Gain Actionable Insights: Walk away with practical tools and takeaways to elevate your event strategy, enhance visitor experiences, and maximize impact.
* Connect with the Best in the Business: Join a curated group of destinations, event organizers, and industry leaders from across the country for meaningful conversations and relationship-building.
* Real-World Strategies You Can Actually Use: Walk away with actionable insights to grow your events, drive tourism, and enhance visitor experiences – from data-driven marketing to sponsorship activations.
* It’s Not Just Work – It’s Fun, Too: Enjoy a few days of curated experiences and evening receptions. Because the best ideas happen off the clock, too.

**Who Should Attend:**
The Playeasy Innovators Summit is designed for leaders and teams shaping the future of sports tourism, visitor engagement, and event experiences. Ideal attendees include:

* DMO Sales Teams
  Learn the latest Playeasy network technology, discover new ways to showcase your destination, and build meaningful relationships with a highly engaged group of event organizers—all in an energizing, collaborative setting.
* DMO Marketing Teams
  Experience the newest tools built to drive direct traffic to your website, strengthen your value story, and empower your team with data-rich visitor engagement. See Playeasy’s in-event activation technology come to life and understand how it can extend your reach before, during, and after events.
* DMO Website & Technical Teams
  Explore solutions designed to bring direct, high-intent traffic back into your website using your most powerful asset—event attendees. Learn how to capture referrals, measure visibility, and collect actionable data in new ways that elevate your tech ecosystem.
* Event Organizers
  Connect with an incredible network of destinations ready to host your next event, experience Playeasy’s latest organizer-focused tools in person, and enjoy the vibrant sports, culture, and hospitality of Ann Arbor.

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