Data in the D Conference 2026

Friday, October 16 &

Saturday, October 17

College for Creative Studies
Benson & Edith Ford Conference Center

Friday, October 16, 2026 (TENTATIVE Schedule)
11:00 am - Registration
Noon - Workshops & Demos Begin
Noon - Hack-a-Thon Begins
6:00 - 8:00 pm - VIP Welcome Reception


Saturday, October 17, 2026 (TENTATIVE Schedule)
8:00 am - Registration & Continental breakfast
9:00 am - Welcome & Keynote
5:30 pm - Conference ends
6:00 - 8:00 pm - Happy Hour

Location:
College for Creative Studies
Benson & Edith Ford Conference Center
460 W Baltimore St, Detroit, MI 48202

Parking:
Free parking is available on campus. Click here for a map.

Attire:
Casual - dress comfortably

Conference Steering Committee:

  • Aaron Wilkerson, Director, Data Strategy & Products at Carhartt

  • Dom Leo, Director Client Engagement at Nagarro

  • Jason Touleyrou, Senior Software Engineerer at Parable

  • Ryan Dolley, Solo Data & Analytics Advisor and Host of Super Data Brothers

  • Scott Smith, Analytics Practice Director at WIT

The Data in the D Conference 2026 is a two-day gathering of data professionals, hosted by Data in the D. This event brings together industry leaders, practitioners, and aspiring professionals for a full day of innovation, education, and connection.

With a focus on real-world impact, the conference offers sessions, town hall discussions, and networking opportunities designed to foster knowledge sharing, professional growth, and collaboration. Join us as we work to strengthen Detroit’s data ecosystem and empower our community through data-driven decision-making.

  • Sponsorship Opportunities

    2026 Sponsorship opportunities now available including many new level additions.

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  • Register to Attend

    General registration for Friday and Saturday is open! Click below for ticket options and payment links.

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  • Event Agenda

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  • Call for Speakers

    Our Call for Speaker window is now closed.

    If you submitted a session, you will receive a reply by July 31, 2026.

Thank you 2026 Sponsors

Gold Sponsor

Bronze Sponsors
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Coffee Break Sponsor

Happy Hour Sponsors

Community Partner