Experience Grand Rapids
June 16 & 17, 2026, Grand Rapids, MI
Find out where to stay and what to do while you’re in GR for the Retail Success Summit. This wonderful city is host to some amazing hotels, fabulous restaurants, fantastic museums, and one-of-a-kind breweries.
Fly, Stay, eat
Fly into the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR). There’s no need to rent a car, the airport is a short, 25-minute cab, Uber or Lyft ride to the Retail Success Summit’s location at the DeVos Place downtown Grand Rapids.
The DeVos Place is connected via a covered walkway to the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel and the JW Marriott, and is within easy walking distance of great restaurants, shops, and museums.
where to stay
Closest Recommended Hotels
Amway Grand Plaza (Connected by sky bridge to DeVos Place).
WhizBang! Retail Training is please to offer discounted room nights of $179 per night for our Retail Success Summit attendees.
Click Here to reserve your room online or call 800.253.3590, and mention the WhizBang! Retail Success Summit. The block room discount is limited so please make your reservations right away.
187 Monroe Ave. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
800.253.3590 | sales@amwaygrand.com
JW Marriot (Connected by sky bridge to Amway Grand Plaza & DeVos Place)
WhizBang! Retail Training is pleased to offer discounted room nights of $209 per night for our Retail Success Sumitt attendees. Click Here to reserve your room online, or call 877.901.6632 and mention the WhizBang! Retail Success Summit. The block room discount is limited so please make your reservations right away.
235 Louis Campau NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
877.901.6632 | sales@amwaygrand.com
what to do
Food, Drink & More
There is no shortage of great restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, museums and more. Whether you’re coming in just for the Summit, or planning a little extra “getaway” time, Grand Rapids has you covered. Use the map below to explore just some of the options available. (Hint: Click the icon in the upper-left to open the map key)
Hear From Retailers
Retail Success Summit is for action-takers and innovators in retail… people who want to take control of their independent retail business, and multiply their storefronts, profitability, and customer-base, without exhausting their energy, personal life, and support structures.
It’s for those who are ready to invest in themselves, learn new skills, and prepare for the opportunities that are coming next. Get ready to increase your INDIE INFLUENCE!
Early Bird Pricing Ends On March 31st, 2026
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