October 2023
Defense & Advanced Manufacturing Conference | Automation Alley's Trade Mission to India | Understanding Low Carbon in 2023 | Reuters Automotive USA | Trade Mission to Automotive Meetings Queretaro | Trade Mission to Japan | The Changing Automotive Industry | EV Infrastructure | Cares Second Annual North American Conference | 2023 Michigan Sustainability Conference | Trade Mission to Eurosatroy 2024 | Michigan Girls Future Flight Challenge | Black Tech Week | Trade Mission to MEDICA | Trade Winds Europe / Eurasia 2024 | Continental Sustainability Advancements | Global Diversity Export Initiative | Opportunity to Connect Business Skill Needs with Academia
Thank you for choosing to connect with Oakland County Economic Development by receiving our Diversification Newsletter. Here you will find exciting opportunities, events, trade missions, as they relate to our key industries: Advanced Manufacturing, Mobility, Defense and Technology. For additional support services please visit: AdvantageOakland.com
Dom Holmes
Manager, Economic Development Initiatives,
External Affairs & Business Intelligence
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Advanced Manufacturing
Coming Soon! Defense & Advanced Manufacturing Conference
November 13, 2023 | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Oakland Community College
Auburn Hills Campus | G-Building
2900 Featherstone Road, Auburn Hills
You are invited to attend Oakland County's Defense & Advanced Manufacturing Conference. Don't miss this opportunity to network with innovators in the advanced manufacturing industry and Department of Defense leadership. Register today and learn how your company can profit from new manufacturing, design and engineering methods in the commercial and defense industries.
Why You Should Attend:
- Develop supplier relationships
- Diversify customer portfolio
- Access local resources
- Focus on additive manufacturing and 3-D printing
Register at: tinyurl.com/mr37r9w7
Cost: $30 (early-bird pricing for Oakland County firms) | Limited Space Available | Includes Breakfast, Lunch & Reception
Learn more about the conference here: https://tinyurl.com/352dpcr8
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Automation Alley’s Trade Mission to India
Jan. 26 - Feb. 3, 2024
Automation Alley invites you to join its Trade Mission to India, a nation of 1.4 billion consumers with an especially strong demand for U.S.-made products, services, and technologies in a variety of industries from Advanced Manufacturing to Defense and Mobility Technologies. Deadline to apply is Nov. 10, 2023.
To learn more, visit: automationalley.com/trade-mission/automation-alleys-trade-mission-to-india
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Automotive/Mobility
Reuters Automotive USA
Reuters Events: Automotive USA is the industry gathering to unite senior level OEM leaders who will address how they will build software-defined electric vehicles, reshape the OEM business model and plan for an autonomous future.
To learn more and register, visit: events.reutersevents.com/automotive/automotive-usa
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Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Trade Mission to Automotive Meetings Queretaro
Feb. 20 - 24, 2024
Join the Michigan International Trade Program for a trade mission to Mexico’s only automotive supply chain event based on pre-arranged meetings. Automotive Meetings Queretaro is the only structured matchmaking event in Mexico that gives auto suppliers the opportunity to build and strengthen business relationships through more than 12,000 face-to-face meetings with potential OEM and Tier 1 customers. Deadline to apply is Dec. 15, 2023.
To learn more: michiganbusiness.org/events/trade-mission-queretaro/
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Team Michigan Mission Trip to Japan focused on Investment and Growth
Last month, the Oakland County’s Michael J. Abdallah, Administrator Emerging Growth & Innovation, joined Team Michigan on the trip which includes strategic partners: Governor Gretchen Whitmer, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Detroit Regional Partnership and Battle Creek Unlimited. They share a commitment for fostering the relationships with our growing and diverse business ecosystem.
Michigan is a global leader in mobility, manufacturing, and electrification. We had the opportunity to visit and tour global businesses and organizations that are taking advantage of the momentum and development of EV technologies back here in our great state, including some from Oakland County: Aisin Mobility, FANUC America Corporation, Toyota Motor Corporation, DENSO, JCMU Japan Center.
Invest here, learn more: AdvantageOakland.com
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The Automotive Industry is Changing. Are you Ready?
Through our partnership with the Global Epicenter for Mobility (GEM) the University of Michigan's Economic Growth Institute (EGI) has recently launched the Advanced Mobility Supply Chain Transformation Center (STC) to assist small to medium size manufacturers in the greater Detroit region transform as EVs, autonomous vehicles, and advanced manufacturing shape the future of mobility. The STC will assess manufacturers' business needs and provide up to $100,000 in matching funds to support technical assistance projects for qualifying companies.
Program Eligibility Requirements:
- Less than 500 employees
- Operations in Genesee, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Shiawassee, St. Clair, Washtenaw, or Wayne County
- At least 10% of annual business revenue from the mobility sector currently or within the past 5 years
For more information: economicgrowth.umich.edu/stc-program-inquiries/
Questions? Contact: Kiarra Terry at kiawells@umich.edu or (734) 218-5107
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Southeast Michigan EV Infrastructure Roundtable Series
Starting Oct. 11, 2023
SEMCOG is hosting a series of educational roundtables on planning for EV Infrastructure and best practices in Southeast Michigan. Municipalities interested in planning for EV Charging infrastructure and deployment should attend.
Learn more and RSVP here: tinyurl.com/3j78yzbm
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Cares Second Annual North American Conference
Oct. 19 - 20, 2023 in Plymouth, MI
CARES is a two-day forum highlighting the innovative techniques and strategies used in sustainable automotive manufacturing. The goal is to create a platform where the automotive manufacturers can discuss and exchange with their suppliers to achieve a sustainable manufacturing process.
Plan to attend here: cares-sustainableforum.com/
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2023 Michigan Sustainability Conference (MISCON)
Oct. 24 - 25, 2023 in Gaylord, MI
Join the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for a day and a half program offering breakout and plenary sessions where attendees will gain practical tools and discover best practices. Take this opportunity to engage with leaders in sustainability to form the nexus between business and communities.
For more information, visit: egle.idloom.events/2023-MISCON
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Defense/Aerospace
Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Trade Mission to Eurosatroy 2024
June 17 - 24, 2024 in Paris, France
Join the Michigan exhibition within the U.S. Pavilion at Eurosatory 2024 and connect with defense and homeland security professionals from around the world. Eurosatory features all products and components in the air and land defense and security supply chains. Be exposed to exhibitors from over 60 countries, over 60,000 visitors, and 200 official delegations. Experience B2B matchmaking opportunities, including the Michigan booth. The Michigan booth will feature access to AUSA hospitality and support services, internet connection, an exhibitor's reception and more.
To learn more: michiganbusiness.org/events/eurosatory/
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Michigan Girls Future Flight Challenge
Women of Aerospace Industry Association of Michigan (WAIAM) is holding our second annual Michigan Girls Future Flight Challenge (MGFFC): a virtual, free, state-wide aerospace competition for girls in 4th-8th grade. The Flight Challenge is a fun, creative way for students to learn about a career in aerospace ultimately strengthening the talent pipeline in Michigan. A virtual kick-off zoom meeting to meet some of the mentors and ask questions about the Flight Challenge will be hosted on Saturday, Oct. 7 and participants will deliver final presentations virtually on Nov. 4. Top teams can expect to win prizes of up to $1000 in Barnes and Noble Gift cards to spend on books, STEM activities, games etc.!
Click here for full event flyer.
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Technology
Black Tech Week
Oct. 12-14, 2023 in Detroit
Sponsored by the Song Foundation, Venture 313, Lightship Capital and Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), Black Tech Weekend will connect tech entrepreneurs, investors and professionals to education, resources, opportunities — and each other — in the Motor City. Detroit was selected to host Black Tech Weekend based on demand, the city's growth in early-stage funding and investor activity, its rapidly emerging startups ecosystem, and abundance of Black entrepreneurial and professional talent across a multitude of tech sectors, from mobility and EV to ed tech to clean tech.
Learn more and register: blacktechweek.com/black-tech-weekend
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Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Trade Mission to MEDICA
Nov. 13-19, 2023 in Dusseldorf, Germany
Leverage the world’s largest medical trade show to connect with opportunities around the world and experience tomorrow’s healthcare market today. Companies in the medical sector are invited to position their products, technologies and services in front of interested buyers and partners within the Michigan Pavilion, located in MEDICA’s medical devices, imaging, and diagnostics hall. As the largest medical trade show in the world, MEDICA attracts thousands of exhibitors from more than 50 countries.
To learn more: michiganbusiness.org/events/trade-mission-to-medica/
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Trade Winds Europe/Eurasia 2024
May 13-15, 2024 in Istanbul, Türkiye
Trade Winds is a multifaceted program designed to help companies achieve growth and exposure in specific markets or regions around the world. All companies participate in the Trade Winds Forum which includes a business conference, meetings with U.S. commercial diplomats from the region, networking opportunities, two receptions, and a sponsor exhibition. The average Trade Winds Forum attracts over 300 attendees and is the main gathering for all registered individuals. U.S. Exporting businesses may customize their experience with optional business-to-business matchmaking meetings with pre-screened buyers, agents, distributors or joint-venture partners in the host country as well as additional mission stop markets.
For more info, visit: trade.gov/trade-winds
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Other/Resources
Industry Article: Continental Now Recycles A Key Tire Material, Greatly Lowering Footprint
Continental’s developed the recovery of carbon black (rCB) which is recycled from old tires and used in new tire production. Continental has a goal of utilizing 100 sustainable materials in their tire production by 2050.
Get all the facts here: cleantechnica.com/2023/09/21/continental-now-recycles-a-key-tire-material-greatly-lowering-footprint/
Global Diversity Export Initiative
The U.S. Commercial Service’s Global Diversity Export Initiative is committed to helping underserved communities in the United States, including African American, Asian-American, Hispanic American, Native American, veteran and service-disabled veteran, women, LGBTQI+ businesses among others increase their exports. Our global network of experienced trade experts in more than 100 U.S. cities and 80 countries is delivering proven export solutions to help underserved communities identify export opportunities, access financing, connect with international buyers and partners and more.
To learn more: trade.gov/global-diversity-export-initiative
Opportunity to Connect Business Skill Needs with Academia
Located at: Automation Alley, 2675 Bellingham Drive, Troy, MI 48083
We are pleased to share with you an initiative through the University of Michigan Flint, designed to connect small to medium enterprises with academic leadership. This opportunity will give business leaders a chance to share their talent and skill needs and explore how the University can play a role in addressing those needs through workforce development and uptraining workers. Roy Barnes, Ph.D., Director of Accelerated Online Degree Completion Program at the University of Michigan Flint, will be scheduling 30-45 minute appointments.
The next session is coming up on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023, at Automation Alley in Troy. Other upcoming dates include: Nov. 14 and Dec. 19.
Email Roy Barnes at rcbarnes@umich.edu with preferred time to meet between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to secure your appointment. This will be first-come, first-served as time is available.
Examples of workforce development certifications available to workers and employers include: Workforce Communication and Leadership and Workforce Numeracy and Analytics
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