On May 13, MichAuto welcomed eight new executives to its Board of Directors. Comprised of industry leaders, the new board members bring extensive experience and diverse perspectives to shape the future of Michigan’s automotive and mobility industry. Their appointments reflect MichAuto’s ongoing commitment to advancing the growth and development of Michigan’s signature industry while fostering stakeholder collaboration.
MichAuto Welcomes New Board Members
May 22, 2025
The new board members, include:
- Trae Allman, Principal, Innovo
- Angela Ayers, Regional Director, Government Affairs, Ford Motor Company
- Brian Burke, Executive Vice President, Multimatic
- Pat D’Eramo, Chief Executive Officer, Martinrea International Inc.
- Justine Johnson, Senior Vice President and Chief Mobility Officer, Office of Future Mobility and Electrification, Michigan Economic Development Corporation
- Jeff Makarewicz, Group Vice President, Advanced Mobility R&D, Toyota North America
- Mike Malaga, Vice President, Middle Market Banking – Metro, Comerica
- Ben Meachem, Chief Operating Officer, Detroit Manufacturing Systems LLC