As the historic home of the automobile, Detroit is poised to take on the next generation of mobility. In this Summit, we’ll explore everything from driverless cars to intelligent transportation networks – as well as the role Detroit will play in driving innovation in the space.
Emcee: Jessica Robinson
12.00pm - 12.20pm Tim Nixon
12.20pm - 12.40pm Chris Thomas | Fireside chat moderated by Amy Haimerl
12.40pm - 1.10pm Greg Ross, Jake Sigal, Paula Sorrell, George Lynch | The Car is Not a Finished Product
Despite the common perception, today’s vehicles are not finished products. Far from it, actually. Connectivity is sparking a major wave of innovation in the automotive industry and it will set the table for substantial changes in the way we interact with our vehicles. Many of those changes are being imagined, developed, tested and implemented right here in the Motor City. With more resources dedicated to R&D than ever before, companies big and small are coming to Michigan to help put their stamp on the connected car.
Panelists will be able to discuss their strategy for innovation in the vehicle, why the car is a relevant place for tech companies to be and the best ways for start-ups and entrepreneurs to work with the big automakers.
Moderated by Matt Burns
1.10pm - 1.25pm Charles Stephens
1.25pm - 1.40pm Jon Rimaneli
1.40pm - 1.55pm Tim Ericson
1.55pm - 2.15pm Elaina Fransworth
2.10pm - 2.30pm Ted Serbinski | Fireside chat moderated by Matt Burns