The James B. Henry Center for Executive Developmen

The James B. Henry Center for Executive Development is a dedicated conference and meeting venue in Lansing, Michigan, designed for professional gatherings, executive education, corporate meetings, association events, seminars and training programmes. Operated by Michigan State University’s Eli Broad College of Business, the centre combines purpose-built meeting facilities with practical planning support and on-site services for organisers.

The venue offers a broad selection of flexible spaces, including technology-equipped executive classrooms, an executive conference room, a boardroom, flexible meeting rooms, breakout rooms, a lounge, an atrium dining area and an entrance lobby suitable for registration. Room capacities range from small groups of around 16 participants to larger sessions for up to 100 people, while the breakout rooms support workshops, parallel sessions and smaller discussions.

Organisers can choose an all-inclusive day meeting package covering meeting space, standard audiovisual equipment, continuous refreshments and a buffet lunch. Additional dining options may include breakfast, dinner, private banquets and cocktail receptions. The catering service can also accommodate special dietary requirements when arranged in advance.

Standard technology includes projection, screens, microphones, presentation lecterns, wireless internet and presentation support. Premium options such as webcasting, videoconferencing and online meeting integration are available for hybrid or remotely accessible programmes. Event managers assist with room layouts, schedules, food services, accommodation arrangements and technical requirements, giving planners a central point of contact throughout the booking process. The connected Candlewood Suites hotel provides convenient accommodation for delegates attending multi-day events.