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Dom Holmes
Administrator, Emerging Growth & Innovation

Aeromart Montréal, Canada
April 4-6, 2023

Last week, John Wolf-Meyer, Senior Business Development Representative and Chris Michael, Business Development Representative of Oakland County’s National & International Business Attraction team participated in Aeromart Montreal to market and promote Oakland County as a prime business investment location for Research & Development, Engineering and Manufacturing companies from various industries.

Known for attracting international buyers and suppliers from across the international industrial supply chain, Aeromart Montreal brought together 1,400 participants from 800 companies that resulted in 13,300 B2B meetings. Joining them in the Michigan Pavilion were eight Michigan companies. Five of the eight companies are Oakland County-based and included: Barron Industries, Harpco Systems, Parpas America, Rapita Systems, and Triple, Inc. The delegation was organized by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Pure Michigan Business Connect (PMBC) program in collaboration with Oakland County Economic Development to support the market and sector diversification plans of Michigan companies.

Learn more: montreal.bciaerospace.com/en/

Samsung SDI America, Inc. – Auburn Hills, U.S. Headquarters Facility Tour

Since selecting Michigan for Samsung’s first U.S.-based high-volume automotive battery pack manufacturing facility in 2018, they have created nearly 500 jobs in Oakland County, with nearly $62M+ investment in electric vehicle battery manufacturing right here in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Jeanne Broad, Oakland County Economic Development Director and Michael Abdallah, Senior Business Development Representative, joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and City of Auburn Hills for a site tour of Samsung SDI to hear about upcoming plans to keep Michigan at the forefront of materials, design, hardware, and software in the battery industry. We are thrilled to work together towards continued growth – exceeding projections in hiring and investment with future expansion on the horizon.

38th Annual Oakland County Economic Outlook Luncheon

May 8, 2023
Oakland University - Oakland Center
312 Meadow Brook Road
Rochester, MI 48309

Please join Oakland County Executive David Coulter for the county’s must-attend event for business, education, and community leaders.

• University of Michigan’s Research Seminar in Quantitative Economics expert will present highlights from their three-year forecast on the county’s economic future.  

• NEW this year, a panel discussion focusing on trends and initiatives supporting Oakland County’s skilled and educated workforce and its contribution to the region’s thriving and inclusive economy.

The cost is $65 to attend, registration required in advance: Eventbrite.com/e/597131144327

INTEGR8 2023

May 9, 2023
Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi

Automation Alley's Integr8 conference creates a space for collaboration, exploration and discovery as we tackle the social, economic and environmental challenges associated with Industry 4.0 and lay the foundations for the innovations of tomorrow.

Learn more at: automationalley.com/event/integr8-2023

Automation Alley’s Annual Trade Mission to Thailand and Vietnam

May 12-20, 2023

Automation Alley invites small- and medium-sized companies in Michigan to join our trade mission to Thailand and Vietnam

Learn more at: tinyurl.com/yn2zzvx5

VTM Michigan

July 12-13, 2023
Suburban Showplace, Novi

Attention all vehicle and transportation technology companies! The registration for VTM Michigan B2B event is now open! This is an exclusive opportunity for you to connect with fellow industry leaders, showcase your latest products and services, and learn from experts in the field. Don't miss out on this chance to gain valuable insights, forge new partnerships, and stay ahead of the competition. Register now to secure your spot at this must-attend event!

Contact us for more info: michiganvehiclemeetings@advbe.com or visit: michiganvehiclemeetings.com/

The Global Diversity Export Initiative Business Mission to South Africa, Ghana, and Optional Stop in Nigeria

August 6 - 15, 2023

The Global Diversity Export Initiative (GDEI) Trade Mission to Africa is focused on building commercial bridges between U.S. owned or led businesses from underserved communities and business communities in South Africa, Ghana, and Nigeria.

Learn more: trade.gov/global-diversity-export-initiative-mission-africa

Industry 4.0 Technology Implementation Grant

MEDC’s Industry 4.0 grant program will provide 50% reimbursement for qualifying I4.0 technology costs up to $25,000.

Learn more at: michiganbusiness.org/industry4-0/grant/

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