University of Michigan • AI Business Group

Become an ABG General Member

Immerse yourself in cutting-edge AI discussions, connect with industry leaders from top global firms, and build hands-on leadership experience on our internal committees with no formal track application required.

General Meetings

Explore diverse AI frameworks, real-world case studies, prompt engineering techniques, and business model transformations in member-led interactive sessions.

Open Speaker Series & Panels

Gain exclusive access to guest speakers and panels featuring professionals from industry titans like J.P. Morgan, Goldman Sachs, ServiceNow, and more.

Hands-On Committee Roles

Contribute directly to club operations across 5 specialized committees (Tech, Marketing, Client Acquisition, Finance, and Conference) to build real resume-ready leadership.

Understanding the Membership Structure

We believe in complete transparency so every member gets the most out of their experience at ABG.

Open to All Students

General Member

No application required • $50 semester dues

Access to all General Meetings and practical AI knowledge sessions
Access to open industry speaker events & panels (JPM, Goldman Sachs, ServiceNow, etc.)
Eligibility to join and gain experience on any of our 5 internal committees
Networking and social events with the entire ABG student body
Does not participate in corporate client consulting projects (reserved for selective track teams)
Selective Track

Project Team Member

Application & interview process required

Direct placement on a real corporate consulting engagement with an industry client
Weekly client sprint deliverables, technical development, and executive presentations
Mentorship from Project Managers and senior executive members
Full access to all General Member events, general meetings, and speaker series

💡 Note: General Membership is an excellent foundation for students who plan to apply for Project Team tracks in subsequent recruitment cycles!

Hands-On Experience

Our Internal Committees

As an ABG General Member, you can get actively involved in running the organization. Join a committee that aligns with your passions and career goals.

Engineering & Product

Tech Committee

Build and maintain ABG’s web infrastructure, develop proprietary AI tooling, automate internal operations, and architect interactive digital platforms for club initiatives.

Key Skills Built:

Full-Stack DevelopmentAI ToolingSystem ArchitectureDevOps & Cloud
Brand & Creative

Marketing Committee

Lead club brand strategy, spearhead campus-wide promotional campaigns, produce viral video/creative content, and drive social media engagement across LinkedIn and Instagram.

Key Skills Built:

Brand StrategyGraphic DesignSocial Media GrowthCampaign Production
Business Development

Client Acquisition

Initiate outreach to prospective enterprise partners, engage corporate sponsors, negotiate client relationships, and identify real-world AI use cases for project engagements.

Key Skills Built:

B2B Sales & OutreachCorporate PitchingPartnership DevelopmentContract Scoping
Treasury & Operations

Finance Committee

Manage club treasury and semester budgeting, oversee revenue from sponsorships and membership dues, track resource allocation, and optimize organizational expenditures.

Key Skills Built:

Financial ModelingBudgeting & TreasurySponsorship ManagementResource Optimization
Flagship Event

Conference Committee

Orchestrate Michigan’s premier AI Business Conference. Secure keynote speakers, coordinate multi-panel logistics, oversee catering and venue operations, and manage sponsor relations.

Key Skills Built:

Event PlanningSpeaker CurationLarge-Scale LogisticsVIP Coordination
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Finalize Your General Membership

Membership dues cover venue bookings, speaker hospitality, technical sessions, and social events throughout the entire semester.

Semester Dues
$50 / semester

Directly payable via Venmo to our Finance Director

Payment Instructions:

  1. Open Venmo and send $50.00 to handle: @seangretz
  2. In the Venmo memo/description, must include:
    [Your Full Name] • [Uniqname / @umich.edu email] • ABG General Dues
  3. Once your payment is verified, you will receive an official welcome email with Slack access and the committee selection form!
Open Venmo (@seangretz)

Need alternative payment arrangements? Reach out to us at ContactABG@umich.edu