Intermitten is a grassroots, volunteer-operated organization that was founded in 2016. Our mission is to unite the social impact entrepreneurial community, thoughtfully nurture its development, and highlight thought leadership.
Intermitten events provide a platform for people of varying talents, backgrounds, and industries to explore and celebrate community, diversity, and collaboration. The organization’s goals are mirrored by our host cities, which are hubs for the arts and emerging forces in technological innovation.
Intermitten is a non-profit in Michigan and applied for 501(c)(3) status this year. Our Board of Directors is especially passionate about bolstering the Midwest entrepreneurial community. Each Director donates their time and skills to making Intermitten successful.

At Intermitten 2020, we will explore Equity & Justice in the:
- Workplace
- Community
- Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

At Intermitten 2019, we explored these themes:
- Capital
- Inclusion
- Connection

At Intermitten 2018, we explored these themes:
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Community
- Creative Collaboration

At Intermitten 2017, we explored these themes:
- Persevering with passion
- Creating collaboratively
- Exploring the ethics embedded in what we create
- Using our creativity for the greater good

At Intermitten 2016, we explored these themes:
- How technology can help power creative expression
- How to extend the fuel of creativity beyond your work
- How creativity can help you overcome business obstacles and give you a competitive advantage
- How to channel the creative process
- The benefits of doing work you love and work that matters