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ACPS Automotive Automotive Mr. Daniel Csuta-Galisz Vice President – Business Development North America 1180 East Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48083 (124) 851-9238 x5 ACPS-AUTOMOTIVE.COM
ADAC Automobile – Parts-Supplies-Wholesale Mr. Ross Johnson President and Chief Executive Officer 5690 Eagle Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512-2057 (616) 975-6143 adacautomotive.com
Accenture Information Technology Services & Consultants Ms. Shatica McDonald Managing Director 1240 Woodward Avenue, Suite 500, Detroit, MI 48226 3138872480 accenture.com
Adient US LLC Automotive – Parts – Manufacturing Mr. Jerome Dorlack CEO 49200 Halyard Drive, Plymouth, MI 48170-2465 (734) 254-5000 adient.com
Adient is a global leader in automotive seating. With 75,000 employees operating 230 manufacturing/assembly plants in 33 countries worldwide, we produce and deliver automotive seating for all vehicle classes and all major OEMs. From complete seating systems to individual components, our expertise spans every step of the automotive seat-making process. Our integrated, in-house skills allow us to take our products from research and design all the way to engineering and manufacturing – and into mor
Aimtec Supply Chain Management Mr. Pavel Bohac Chief Executive Officer 1011 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226 (420) 608-9012 x64 aimtecglobal.com
American Center for Mobility Automotive Mr. Reuben Sarkar Chief Executive Officer and President 2701 Airport Drive, Ypsilanti, MI 48198 7342239010 acmwillowrun.org
Ancor Data Analyst Mr. Jose L. Luis Flores Chief Executive Officer 2354 Bellingham Dr, Troy, MI 48083 (810) 618-3284 ancorinfo.com
Ann Arbor SPARK Community – Economic Development annarborusa.org
ArtiFlex Manufacturing Manufacturing Mr. Erin Hoffmann Chief Executive Officer 2066 Bristol Ave, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 (616) 459-8285
Automotive Hall of Fame Museums Ms. Sarah Cook President 21400 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn, MI 48124-4078 (313) 240-4000 www.automotivehalloffame.org
Axion RMS Ltd. Risk Management Mr. James Lill Chief Executive Officer 39111 Six Mile Road, Livonia, MI 48152 (630) 789-9508 axionrms.com
Axion proudly offers a full suite of risk management services and consultation for both your business and employees. Whether you are looking to enhance your current benefits package or are looking for ways to differentiate yourself in the marketplace, our expert team will help you achieve your goals.
Bank of America Banks-Commercial & Savings Mrs. Star Brandy Crawford Senior Vice President, Market Executive – Detroit 39001 West 12 Mile Road, Suite 200, MI9-390-01-20, Farmington Hills, MI 48331-2912 (248) 488-9649 www.bankofamerica.com
Bank of America is one of the world’s largest financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small- and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services.
BorgWarner Inc. Automobile Parts & Supplies-New Mr. John Charters Vice President, Government Affairs 3850 Hamlin Rd., Auburn Hills, MI 48326-1788 (248) 986-5304 www.borgwarner.com
BorgWarner Inc. engineers components and systems for powertrains around the world. Operating manufacturing and technical facilities in 58 locations in 19 countries, the company delivers innovative powertrain solutions to improve fuel economy, reduce emissions and enhance performance.
Bridgewater Interiors, LLC Automotive – Seating Mr. Ron E. Hall, Jr., Esq. President & Chief Executive Officer 4617 West Fort Street, Detroit, MI 48209-3208 (313) 842-3377 Bridgewater-Interiors.com
Brose North America, Inc. Automobile Parts & Supplies-New Ms. Annaig LeCloarec Communications Manager 3393 Automation Avenue, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 (248) 339-4000 brose.com
Böllhoff, Inc. Manufacturing – Precision Die Components Mr. Steve P. Paddock President, North America 820 Kirts Boulevard, Suite 500, Troy, MI 48084-4878 (248) 269-0475 bollhoff-usa.com
CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc. IT-Infrastructure Mr. Andrew Kiesewetter VP, Consulting Services 300 South Washington Square, Suite 405, Lansing, MI 48933 (248) 496-4336 cgi.com
CSP Automotive Ms. Kim Zitny Director, Corporate Communications 255 Rex Boulevard, Auburn Hills, MI 48326-2954 (248) 823-5650 thecsp.com
As the world leader in diversified composite and multi-material technologies, Teijin Automotive Technologies is reshaping the future of vehicle light weighting. We combine world-class materials expertise with cutting-edge design to create components and systems that make vehicles safer and more eco-friendly. With a commitment to create sustainable materials, products and processes, we are constantly evolving to meet the ever-changing mobility needs of society today and tomorrow.
Cascade Die Casting Group Die Castings Mr. Pat Greene Chief Executive Officer 7441 South Division, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (616) 281-1660 cascade-cdc.com
Center for Automotive Research Research & Development-Automotive Mrs. Elizabeth Krear President and Chief Executive Officer 880 Technology Drive, Suite C, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-8963 (734) 662-1287 cargroup.org
Clark Hill PLC Attorneys Ms. Linda M. Watson Member & Co-chair, Automotive & Manufacturing Practice Group 220 Park Street, Suite 200, Birmingham, MI 48009 (248) 988-5881 clarkhill.com
Clark Hill PLC is an entrepreneurial full service law firm serving clients in all areas of business legal services, government and public affairs and personal legal services. Its experienced attorneys and other professionals consistently deliver client-centered solutions.
Consumers Energy Utilities consumersenergy.com
CMS Energy is an integrated energy company. Consumers Energy, its principal business, provides natural gas and electricity to more than 6 million of Michigan’s 10 million residents. A second subsidiary, CMS Enterprises, operates “utility-like” businesses such as independent power production; natural gas transmission, storage and processing; and energy services.
Cooper-Standard Automotive Automotive – Parts – Manufacturing Ms. Anne Mendels 40300 Traditions Drive, Northville, MI 48168 (248) 596-5900 cooperstandard.com
DENSO International America Inc. Automotive OEM Manufacturing Mr. Bob F. Townsend Vice President, Corporate Services 24777 Denso Drive, Mail Code 4600, Southfield, MI 48033-5244 (248) 372-8237 denso.com/us-ca/en
Dakkota Integrated Systems Ms. Lori Lancaster Vice Chairwoman 5905 Van Dyke St, Detroit, MI 48234 (313) 402-4151 dakkota.com
Dauch Corporation Automotive – Parts – Manufacturing Mr. John Matton Director, Government Affairs 1 Dauch Drive, Detroit, MI 48211-1198 (313) 758-4206 aam.com
American Axle & Manufacturing Inc. is a leading, global tier-one automotive supplier of driveline and drivetrain systems and related components for light trucks, SUVs, passenger cars, crossover vehicles and commercial vehicles, with a regionally cost competitive and operationally flexible global manufacturing, engineering and sourcing footprint.
Deshler Group Holding Company Mr. Robert Gruschow President 34450 Industrial Road, Livonia, MI 48150-1308 (734) 525-9100 deshlergroup.com
Deshler Group unites seven diverse companies to create singularly sourced, complete and focused solutions for its global customers’ needs, including manufacturing, assembly, information technology, transportation and logistics.
Detroit Auto Dealers Association Associations and Organizations Mr. Sam Klemet Executive Director 1900 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 100, Troy, MI 48084-3520 (248) 843-5128 dada.org
Detroit Regional Partnership Economic Development Mr. Justin Robinson President and Chief Executive Officer 1001 Woodward Avenue, Suite 800, Detroit, MI 48226 3135805230 detroitregionalpartnership.com
Dickinson Wright PLLC Attorneys Mr. William T. Burgess Chairman 500 Woodward Avenue, Suite 4000, Detroit, MI 48226-5403 (313) 223-3634 dickinson-wright.com
Business law, intellectual property, finance.
Dionise Search Fund LLC Machine Tools Mr. Nick Dionise Owner 22326 Brookfield Drive, South Lyon, MI 48178 (810) 623-6971
EMU GameAbove College of Engineering & Technology Schools – Universities – Colleges Ms. Lisa Comben Sr. Director of Development, Corporate & Foundation Relations 112 Welch Hall, 850 West Cross Street, Ypsilanti, MI 48197-2351 734-487-5546 emich.edu/gameabove/index.php
FORVIA HELLA Manufacturing Mr. Ben Cohen Manager, Sales Excellence & Marketing, North and South America 15951 Technology Drive, Northville, MI 48168-2849 (734) 456-3407 hella.com
Fakhoury Law Group, PC Attorneys Mr. Rami Fakhoury Managing Director 5250 Corporate Drive, Suite 300, Troy, MI 48098 (248) 643-4900
Ferrous Processing & Trading Co. Mr. Bill Sulak President 1333 Brewery Park Boulevard, Suite 400, Detroit, MI 48207 (313) 582-2910 fptscrap.com
Fifth Third Bank 53.com
Foley & Lardner LLP Legal Services Mr. Rob Nederhood Partner 500 Woodward Avenue, Suite 2700, Detroit, MI 48226-3489 (313) 234-7154 foley.com
Ford Motor Company Automobile Manufacturers Equipment & Supplies Ms. Angela Ayers Regional Director, Government Affairs 1 American Road, Dearborn, MI 48126 (248) 208-5646 ford.com
Forvia Faurecia Automotive – Seating Ms. Misty Ann Matthews Communications & Public Affairs 2800 High Meadow Circle, Auburn Hills, MI 48326-2772 2482961112 faurecia.com
Franco Public Relations-Marketing Mr. Brent Snavely Vice President, Media Relations 2111 Woodward Avenue, Suite 910, Detroit, MI 48201 (313) 567-2300 franco.com
GS3 Business Consultants Ms. Lisa Lunsford Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder 34450 Industrial Road, Livonia, MI 48150-1308 (734) 525-9100 ext.120 gs3global.com
General Motors Company Automobile Manufacturers Equipment & Supplies Ms. Heidi Magyar General Motors, Director of Corporate Giving 300 Renaissance Center, Mail Code: 482-C29-C36, Detroit, MI 48265 (517) 490-7684 gm.com
General Motors Corp., one of the world’s largest automakers, does business in more than 120 countries. GM and its strategic partners produce cars and trucks in 31 countries.
GeoToll Technology – Innovation Mr. Ankur Agarwal Chief Executive Officer 7284 West Palmetto Park Road, Suite 101, Boca Raton, FL 33433 (772) 418-7912
Ghafari Associates, LLC Architecture-Engineering-Planning Ms. Ki Hammer President and Chief Executive Officer 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126-2736 (313) 436-8606 ghafari.com
Architecture, Engineering and Consulting.
Global Detroit Non-Profit Organization Mr. Steve Tobocman Executive Director 4444 Second Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201 (313) 516-9681 globaldetroitmi.org
Highgate LLC Financial Management Mr. Stephen R. Polk Chief Executive Officer 260 East Brown Street, Suite 280, Birmingham, MI 48009-6234 (248) 385-5282
Marketing and consulting.
Innovo Real Estate – Development Mr. Trae Allman Principal 1420 Washington Boulevard, Suite 301, Detroit, MI 48226 (844) 546-6686 innovodev.com
Jacquart Fabric Products/Stormy Kromer Fabric – Shops Mr. Bob Jacquart Chief Executive Office 1238 Wall Street, Ironwood, MI 49938 (800) 455-2253
KPMG LLP Accountants-Certified Public Mr. Kevin Voigt Michigan Managing Partner 150 West Jefferson Avenue, Suite 1900, Detroit, MI 48226 (313) 401-2200 kpmg.com
KPMG LLP is one of the oldest and largest professional assurance, tax and information management service firms in Detroit.
Kettering University Schools – Universities – Colleges Dr. Robert K. McMahan President 1700 University Avenue, Flint, MI 48504-6214 (810) 762-9828 kettering.edu
Ranked among the nation’s premier engineering, science, and business universities. U.S. News & World Report ranks Kettering among the nation’s elite specialty schools. The University boasts the only ABET-accredited applied physics program in the world, offering a degree in engineering physics. Faculty members have received 12 National Science Foundation (NSF) Major Research Instrumentation awards since 2012 – more than any other university in Michigan during that time.
LG Energy Solution North America Batteries, Charger-Sales & Services Mr. Colin Seals Director, External Affairs and Government Relations 14925 West 11 Mile Road, Oak Park, MI 48237 (248) 901-6336 lgchem.com
LM Manufacturing Automotive Mr. Sylvester L. Hester President and Chief Executive Officer 6401 Fort Street, Detroit, MI 48209 (404) 597-1652 lm-mfg.com
Lacks Enterprises, Inc. Automobile Manufacturers Equipment & Supplies Mr. Mark Montone Executive Director, Business Development 39500 MacKenzie Drive, Suite 500, Novi, MI 48377-1603 (248) 302-5490 lacksenterprises.com
Lawrence Technological University Schools – Universities – Colleges Mr. Mark J. Brucki Associate Vice President, Economic Development 21000 West 10 Mile Road, Enterprise Center Suite 113, Southfield, MI 48075-1051 (248) 204-2310 ltu.edu
Lawrence Technological University is recognized for its theory and practice model of education that produces top talent, strong industry partnerships, and real-world applied research. It offers over 80 undergraduate programs in colleges of architecture and design, arts and sciences, engineering, and management.
Lucerne International Automobile Parts & Supplies-New Mrs. Mary Buchzeiger President and Chief Executive Officer 40 Corporate Drive, Auburn Hills, MI 48326-2918 (248) 343-2842 lucerneintl.com
Lucid Motors Automotive OEM Manufacturing Mr. Daniel Witt Head of State & Local Public Policy 7373 Gateway Boulevard, Newark, CA 94560 (510) 648-3553
MAHLE Industries, Incorporated Automobile – Parts – Distributors Mr. Peter Lynch President 23030 Mahle Drive, Farmington Hills, MI 48335-2606 (313) 720-2848 us.mahle.com
Macomb Community College Schools – Universities – Colleges Ms. Jeanne Nicol Executive Director, Communications and Public Relations 14500 East 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088-3896 (586) 445-7204 www.macomb.edu
Macomb County Department of Planning & Economic Development Economic Development Mrs. Vicky Rowinski Director, Planning & Economic Development 1 South Main Street, 7th Floor, Mount Clemens, MI 48043-2306 (586) 469-5065 ped.macombgov.org
Economic Development
Magna International Automobile Manufacturers Equipment & Supplies Ms. Misti M. Rice Executive Director, Government Affairs 750 Tower Drive, Mail Code 7000, Troy, MI 48098-2863 (248) 631-5330 magna.com
Martinrea International Inc. Automotive Ms. Deanna Lorincz Global Director Communications and Marketing 2100 North Opdyke Road, Auburn Hills, MI 48326-0000 5866341766
Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) Mr. Jonathan Smith Founder and Principal 809 Stuart Avenue, East Lansing, MI 48823 (202) 997-7450
Michigan Economic Development Corporation Economic Development Ms. Justine Johnson SVP & Chief Mobility Officer 300 North Washington Square, Lansing, MI 48913 (517) 241-1400 michiganbusiness.org
Economic Development.
Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (MMTC) Manufacturing Consultants Ms. Ingrid Tighe President 45501 Helm Street, Plymouth, MI 48170 (734) 451-4212 the-center.org
Michigan State University Schools – Universities – Colleges Ms. Katie John Interim Vice President Government Relations 426 Auditorium Road, Room 484, East Lansing, MI 48824 (517) 896-9911 msu.edu
Michigan Technological University Schools – Universities – Colleges Mr. Cody J Kangas Executive Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931-1200 (906) 487-1804 mtu.edu
Multimatic Automotive Mr. Brian Burke Executive Vice President 25540 Seely Road, Novi, MI 48375-2052 (248) 359-8444 multimatic.com
Munro & Associates Engineering Consultants Mr. Jordan Arocha President 1140 Centre Road, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 (810) 955-4008 leandesign.com
NYX, LLC Automotive Mr. Jay Sandhu Chairman & Chief Executive Officer 14909 Beck Rd, Plymouth , MI 48170 (734) 838-3580 nyxinc.com
Nexteer Automotive Automotive – Parts – Manufacturing Mrs. Jill Dralle Vice President and U.S. Division President 3900 East Holland Road, Saginaw, MI 48601-9494 (989) 757-5000 nexteer.com
Oakland County Economic Development Community – Economic Development Mr. Dom Holmes Director, Economic Development 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Department 41W, Waterford, MI 48328-0409 (248) 660-1856 oakgov.com
Economic Development
Oakland University Schools – Universities – Colleges oakland.edu
OnTrac AI Information Technology Services & Consultants Mr. Ajay Chawla Chief Executive Officer 4050 W Maple Road, Suite 250, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 (248) 709-7758
OneMagnify Marketing Services Mr. Mark Petroff Chairman 777 Woodward Avenue, Suite 500, Detroit, MI 48226-3589 (313) 202-6313 onemagnify.com
Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Detroit, Marketing Associates combines powerful tools of technology with proven forms of marketing to build highly effective solutions for our clients. We infuse creative disciplines with the sciences of information technology, database management, analytics and metrics to produce and execute on programs that are both thoughtfully conceived and measurable.
OpTech, LLC Staffing Services Ms. Ronia Kruse Founder and Chief Executive Officer 5440 Corporate Drive, Suite 260, Troy, MI 48098-2646 (313) 962-9000 x6202 optechus.com
Penske Corporation Transportation Mr. Rich Shearing COO North America 2555 South Telegraph Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 (248) 648-2020 penske.com
Phoenix Contact E-Mobility Manufacturers – Batteries, Chargers Mr. Vince Carioti President and Managing Director 500 Avis Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-9599 (734) 516-6822 phoenixcontact.com/us
Piston Group Manufacturing Atty. Jerry Ruskowski Executive Director of Government Affairs 3000 Town Center, Suite 3250, Southfield, MI 48075-1216 (231) 360-7464 pistongroup.com
Piston Automotive’s original scope of products and services included: corrugated pallet manufacturing, product repackaging and plastic returnable containers and steel rack management.
Plante Moran, PLLC Accountants-Certified Public Mr. Jason Drake Managing Partner 3000 Town Center, Suite 100, Southfield, MI 48075 (248) 375-7347 plantemoran.com
Plante Moran PLLC offers audit, tax, wealth management, and a variety of consulting services, including technology, employee benefits, international business, operational effectiveness, risk management, corporate finance, and commercial real estate.
Platinum Equity Private Equities Mr. John Diggins Partner 9 West 57th Street, Suite 46A, New York, NY 10019 (212) 905-0020 platinumequity.com
RELY Contract Manufacturing Ms. Katie Malnight Chief Operating Officer N59 W13500 Manhardt Drive, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 (414) 403-7705 relycm.com
Savills Real Estate Mr. Greg J. Bockart, SIOR, CCIM Vice Chairman, Market Leader 213 Hamilton Row, Birmingham, MI 48009 (313) 474-5171 savills.us
Shape Corporation Automotive Mr. Mark White President and Chief Executive Officer 1900 Hayes Street, Grand Haven, MI 49417 (616) 644-6387 shapecorp.com
As a full service, tier-one automotive and industrial component supplier, our engineering teams design, test and analyze metal, plastic and hybrid components and systems. From black box design to customer design optimization, Shape gives you a formidable resource in today’s most challenging markets. You provide the vision, we provide the solution.
Stellantis Automobile Manufacturers Equipment & Supplies Ms. Christine Estereicher Vice President, Public Affairs North America – President, Stellantis Foundation 1000 Chrysler Drive, CIMS 485-13-95, Auburn Hills, MI 48326-2766 (248) 613-1729 stellantis.com/en
Team 1 Plastics, Inc. Plastics Mr. Craig Carrel President 927 Elliott Street, Albion, MI 49224 (517) 629-2178 team1plastics.com
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Consultants Mr. Jonathan Nipper Managing Director and Partner 2715 Woodward Avenue, Suite 200, Detroit, MI 48201 (248) 227-6394 bcg.com
Toyota Motor North America Research & Development-Automotive Mr. Jeff Makarewicz Group Vice President, , R&D – Technical Research & Resources 1555 Woodridge Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48188 (734) 995-2385
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America Inc. has been the driving force behind Toyota’s North American engineering and research and development of vehicles. It is engaged in engineering design, prototype building, vehicle evaluation, evaluation and design of parts and materials, regulatory affairs, emissions certification, and technical research.
Truscott Rossman Public Relations Mr. Jeff Tippett Chief Operating Officer 123 West Allegan Street, Suite 100, Lansing, MI 48933-1738 (517) 487-9320 www.truscottrossman.com
Twin Metals Minnesota Mining Mr. Dean DeBeltz Vice President, External Relations and Project Operations 400 Miner’s Drive East, P.O. Box 329, Ely, MN 55731 (651) 357-3965 twin-metals.com
University of Michigan Center for Innovation Schools – Universities – Colleges Ms. Lisa Baragar Katz Director, Strategic Partnerships & Industry Relations 1109 Geddes Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1079 2487624596
Volex Plc Mr. Joe Carioti Global EV Product Manager Unit C1, Bond Close, Basingstoke, DE.HE RG24 8PZ +44 (0) 1256 442570 volex.com
Voltava Manufacturing Mr. Bruce Smith Owner, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer 2155 Executive Hills Boulevard, Auburn Hills, MI 48326 (313) 910-5252 dmsna.com
Warner Norcross + Judd LLP Attorneys Mr. Tom J. Manganello Partner, Co-Chair Automotive Industry Group 2715 Woodward Avenue, Suite 300, Detroit, MI 48201-3030 (313) 300-2030 wnj.com
Warner Norcross & Judd LLP provides business and corporate law including automotive, commercial finance, mergers and acquisitions, public private partnerships, tax, economic incentives, employee benefits/executive compensation, health law, international services, labor/employment, litigation and dispute resolution, real estate, construction, life sciences, energy, environmental and technology, and intellectual property.
Washtenaw Community College Schools – Universities – Colleges Dr. Rose B. Bellanca, Ed.D. President 4800 East Huron River Drive, Student Center Building, Room 219, Ann Arbor, MI 48105-4800 (734) 973-3491 www.wccnet.edu
Wayne State University Schools – Universities – Colleges Mr. Ned Staebler Vice President, Economic Development 656 West Kirby Street, Rm 4200, Detroit, MI 48202-3675 (313) 577-2034 bog.wayne.edu
Wipfli Accountants-Certified Public Ms. Laurie A Harbour Partner 2000 Town Center, Suite 1800, Southfield, MI 48075-1165 248/875-7833 wipfli.com
Accounting, tax and business advisory services for closely-held businesses. Assists with global expansion, initial foreign direct investment into United States tax preparation, assurance and audit services.
Wolfson Bolton Kochis PLLC Attorneys Mr. Jason Puscas Of Counsel 401 W. Morgan Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (248) 709-4866 wolfsonbolton.com
X Global Response Science & Engineering – Consultants Mr. Mike F. Shields Chairman 15444 Windmill Pointe Drive, Grosse Point Park, MI 48230-1746 (734) 777-6409

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