IAPAL 2025 Grand Rapids Michigan October 27-30

Embassy Suites by Hilton in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan

The International Association of Programs for Agricultural Leaders (IAPAL) Annual Conference is the premier event for fostering leadership excellence in the agricultural sector. Held annually, this year’s conference will take place from October 27-30, 2025 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan.

This gathering will provide a dynamic platform for networking, learning, and collaboration, all centered around leadership development within agriculture and related fields.

To learn more about the program visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/iapal/index

Conference Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown | 710 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503, USA

Lodging Details Reminder:
Please book your own lodging at the Embassy Suites. Waterview rooms are available at $179 a night and city view rooms are $169 a night. Please remember that a full hot breakfast is included in your lodging fee along with an evening reception. Special Extended Deadline - Rooms must be booked by October 1, 2025. Please book your lodging at: IAPAL - Room Booking Link

Conference Rates and Cancellation Policy:  

  • Early Bird Pricing: $325 on or before September 15, 2025 
  • Regular Pricing: $375 on or after September 16, 2025 

Cancellations must be received by October 10 or before to receive a full refund. Any cancellations on or after October 11 will not receive a refund. 

Accommodations

Michigan State University Extension programs, services events, and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or veteran status. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.  

Contact Information

For information, contact Kara Kelly, at glla@msu.edu or Megghan Honke Seidel at honkemeg@msu.edu or 989-666-3773.