ERG Leaders, Program Managers, and Executive Sponsors from around the world meet every year at ERG-Land to build the future of ERGs.
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Change is the only norm for strong Employee Resource Groups. Join us for our annual ERG-Land Conference to meet top ERG Leaders from around the world and get the playbooks needed to navigate the curveballs - and opportunities - facing ERGs.
This year’s ERG-Land centers on the challenges and opportunities Verbate sees most consistently across hundreds of ERG programs, including:
Join us at Two James Spirits Detroit Tasting Room for our welcome Happy Hour in the heart of the historic Corktown neighborhood! We'll have some local non-profit and community leaders join us to talk about how they've rolled up their sleeves to help reinvigorate the city of Detroit.
If you've never had Detroit-Style pizza, this is your chance - we'll have a sampler spread from the neighborhood gem Grandma Bob's.
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"Impact" is the ERG space's most loaded term, and means something different depending on the team. A panel of program managers breaks down how to define it, measure it, and tell a story that moves ERGs from feel-good to business-critical in leadership's eyes.
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AI is already reshaping roles, skills, and the meaning of work itself, and ERGs are positioned to help members adapt faster than any org chart can. This session explores how to turn AI uncertainty into community-led resilience, upskilling, and belonging.
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Parents and caregivers are a critical yet underrepresented segment of the workforce - and one of the hardest to engage sustainably. Drawing on the build of Intuit's 15th global ERG, this session breaks down the LAUNCH framework: a replicable model for designing an ERG that earns real engagement by listening intentionally, leveraging technology thoughtfully, and influencing organizational systems from the ground up.
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Time for you to put the skills to work. We'll have two stations set up, one for each topic - you'll be able to self-select which you'd like to dive deeper on.
The rules around ERGs and DEI are changing fast, and differently across regions and borders. Get oriented on navigating evolving guidelines, compliance realities, and global nuance so your work stays both effective and protected.
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In this conversation, Jonah Hazan of Project Healthy Minds unpacks what actually moves the needle on building a mentally healthy workforce, and why it belongs on every organization's radar. Anisha Nandi then brings it home for ERG leaders: how to protect yourself against the emotional weight of leading a group, recognize the signs of burnout, and speak to why mental health is a deeply intersectional issue for every community your company holds.
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Anchored in Verbate's 2026 ERG PM study, this session dives into the cross functional partnerships and influence-building necessary to ensure that your ERG can reach across every part of the company.
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At Verbate, we have the privilege of working with hundreds of ERG Programs around the world. So, we spend all day in what we affectionately call “ERG-Land.”
As we dreamed up the space we would create with this annual conference, the name felt fitting: a place anchored in inspiration, collective energy, and community.
Our agenda will dive into the real, nuanced, sometimes-avoided conversations ERG leaders need to navigate. Expect thoughtful perspectives from industry experts and practical answers from people actually building ERG Programs.
Most conferences hope networking happens. At ERG-Land, we design for it. Curated seating, guided discussion sessions, and a format described as “the best networking I’ve ever experienced,” ensure you build genuine relationships with leaders across industries & global regions.
Take part in memorable experiences - from professional headshots to a welcome event the night before the conference - all designed to celebrate you, recharge your energy, and create lasting connections with fellow ERG champions.
Located in the heart of Detroit’s Central Business District, ERG-Land's venue sits at the top of Campus Martius Park, named the top public square in America by USA Today for three straight years.
Ticket pricing varies based on if you're a member of Verbate's ERG Leadership Community. If you're an active member of the community, you receive a $200 discount to ERG-Land!
Standard Ticket Price: $799/ticket
ERG Leadership Community Member Ticket Price: $599/ticket
There will be a welcome event the night of Sept 23rd, and the conference will be held all day on Sept 24th. This conference has a limited number of tickets - since we expect to reach capacity, we recommend that you secure your tickets as soon as you're ready.
Once you've purchased your tickets, we'll email you with next steps including the process for providing attendee information when you're ready to do so.
Need help making the case to your manager or leadership team? Here's a helpful one-pager you can use!
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ERG Land 2026 has reserved a hotel block at the iconic Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center, located along the Detroit River and walking distance from the ERG-Land conference venue. We’ve secured a hotel block at a discounted group rate exclusively for ERG-Land attendees.
Accessibility & Accommodations
Your comfort matters. The Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center is highly experienced in supporting accessibility needs. If you require any accessibility accommodations or special considerations, please email armen@verbate.io or respond to your ticket purchase confirmation email and we’ll work directly with the hotel to ensure your stay meets all of your needs.
