Andrews Innovation Conference × HYVE X 2026
Andrews Innovation Conference x HYVE X 2026—a weekend of networking, workshops, keynotes, and pitches —Innovation with Purpose!
Join us for a dynamic weekend experience where innovation, entrepreneurship, and purpose come together. The Andrews Innovation Conference brings together students, founders, investors, and community leaders to celebrate creativity, collaboration, and impact.
Speakers include Solomon Kim (Apple), Dr. Michael Cafferky (Author, WWU), Natasha Richards (Andrews Theological Seminary), and many other investors and regional leaders.
Throughout the weekend, attendees will:
- Participate in workshops led by industry experts and innovators.
- Network with investors, mentors, and peers during receptions, roundtables, and campus tours.
- Engage with keynote speakers who explore how innovation can drive meaningful change.
- Watch top student entrepreneurs compete in the final pitch competition for $30,000 in awards.
- Experience Demo Night, where startups showcase their ventures to potential partners and supporters.
Whether you’re launching a startup, mentoring the next generation, or just exploring the world of entrepreneurship, the Andrews Innovation Conference offers inspiration, connection, and purpose-driven growth.
Andrews Innovation Conference x HYVE X 2026—a weekend of networking, workshops, keynotes, and pitches —Innovation with Purpose!
Join us for a dynamic weekend experience where innovation, entrepreneurship, and purpose come together. The Andrews Innovation Conference brings together students, founders, investors, and community leaders to celebrate creativity, collaboration, and impact.
Speakers include Solomon Kim (Apple), Dr. Michael Cafferky (Author, WWU), Natasha Richards (Andrews Theological Seminary), and many other investors and regional leaders.
Throughout the weekend, attendees will:
- Participate in workshops led by industry experts and innovators.
- Network with investors, mentors, and peers during receptions, roundtables, and campus tours.
- Engage with keynote speakers who explore how innovation can drive meaningful change.
- Watch top student entrepreneurs compete in the final pitch competition for $30,000 in awards.
- Experience Demo Night, where startups showcase their ventures to potential partners and supporters.
Whether you’re launching a startup, mentoring the next generation, or just exploring the world of entrepreneurship, the Andrews Innovation Conference offers inspiration, connection, and purpose-driven growth.
Good to know
Highlights
- 2 days 6 hours
- all ages
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
Andrews University
8975 Old 31
Berrien Springs, MI 49104
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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Friday, March 27 – Using AI to deliver business value for businesses
Engage in hands-on workshops led by Solomon Kim, AI engineer at Apple. Event is hosted at the lobby of the Howard Performing Arts Center.
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Friday, March 27 - Creating a professional brand identity
Led by Professor Licci Zemleduch, this workshop help attendees engage in a hands-on process of creating a brand identity.
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Friday, March 27 - Lunch Break
Visit the AU Cafe or other restaurants in the area