Driven by Innovation 2026

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Driven By Innovation
Driven by Innovation is the Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce's premiere executive conference bringing together leaders in automotive, robotics, engineering, and advanced manufacturing. Featuring keynotes, executive panels, a curated innovation expo, and high-impact networking, this event connects decision-makers shaping the future of mobility, automation, and industrial transformation making it a powerful platform for visibility, influence, and business development.

Through dynamic keynote panels, focused breakout sessions, and peer-driven roundtable discussions, you'll gain practical insights, explore real-world success stories, and walk away with actionable strategies to fuel innovation and long-term growth in your organization.

Designed for industry leaders, engineers, OEMs, and technology innovators. If you're responsible for driving change, developing talent, or deploying technology in a complex and evolving environment -- this is your space to connect, collaborate, and drive what's next.

Key Features:

Expert-led keynote panel discussions and breakout sessions
Peer roundtables with fellow industry leaders, engineers, OEMs, and technology innovators
Discover new business solutions, trends, and strategies that drive success

Keynote Presentations
Trends Driving Change
Join presidents from key advanced manufacturing companies for a candid discussion on trends reshaping the industry. From shifting customer demands to supply chain strategy AI and automation to supply chain strategy, workforce development, and shifting customer demands, gain firsthand insights into the decisions leaders are making today to stay competitive tomorrow.

Jana Rosenmann
President
Piston Automotive

Robin Milavec
President, CTO, CSO & Executive Board Director
Nexteer Automotive

John Walsh
President & CEO
Michigan Manufacturers Association

The Power of Customer-Centric Design
Description coming soon.

Scott Krugger
SVP North America Design
Stellantis

From Icon to Innovation:
Transforming the Palace of Auburn Hills Site
The former Palace of Auburn Hills site has undergone one of the most significant industrial redevelopments in Southeast Michigan. Discover how industry leaders aligned strategy, technology, workforce planning, and execution to bring a complex project to life. Attendees will walk away with real-world lessons on collaboration, adaptability, and large-scale project execution.

Brian Dunn
Vice President – Engineering and Program Management
Piston Automotive

New - Partnerships in Action Segments
The future of advanced manufacturing is built through partnerships. Throughout the day, meet three engineering deans and their industry partners for engaging, interview-style conversations. Explore real-world collaborations between higher education and industry sharing how their alliances are accelerating innovation, solving workforce challenges, and developing tomorrow's engineering talent.

Glenn Stevens
Executive Director
MichAuto

1/ Partnerships in Action: Building Michigan's Engineering Workforce
How can universities become an extension of an employer's talent strategy not just a recruiting source?

Louay Chamra, PhD
Dean & Professor, School of Engineering & Computer Science,
Oakland University

2/ Partnerships in Action: Turning Industry Problems into Classroom Solutions
How can companies leverage universities as innovation partners not just talent providers?

Selin Arslan, PhD
Interim Dean
Lawrence Technological University

3/ Partnerships in Action: The Model That Builds Industry Leaders
How does an immersive work experience create engineers who contribute on day one?

Scott Grasman, PhD
Dean, College of Engineering
Kettering University

Innovation Exchange
Join fellow manufacturing leaders for interactive discussions on today's biggest challenges and opportunities. Exchange ideas, share best practices, and leave with practical solutions you can apply immediately.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Ensure maximum visibility & full value of your sponsorship investment.
Secure your sponsorship by Wednesday, September 9.

Why Sponsor? High visibility amongst key decision makers and manufacturing industry leaders.

PRESENTING Sponsor | $5,000

Top billing on all digital and print media
Inclusion in all publicity & advertising
Provide 1-2 minute introduction
Logo featured on:
- Event signage and program
- Website event page
Verbal recognition from the podium
Premium Expo table
10 tickets

Gold Sponsor \| $3,500 High digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Expo table 8 tickets	Silver Sponsor \| $2,500 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Expo table 6 tickets
Breakout Session Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Verbal recognition during Breakout Sessions Expo Table 4 tickets	Registration Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Signage at the Registration/Check-In Table Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Expo Table 4 tickets
General Session Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Verbal recognition during the 3 General Sessions/Panel Presentations Expo Table 4 tickets	Networking Center Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Signage at the Networking Expo Sponsor Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Expo table 4 tickets
Coffee Bar Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Coffee bar signage Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium 4 tickets	Breakfast Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Verbal recognition from the podium Logo featured on: Breakfast buffet signage Event signage and program Website event page 4 tickets
Lunch Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Verbal recognition from the podium Logo featured on: Lunch buffet signage Event signage and program Website event page 4 tickets	Bronze Sponsor \| $1,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Website event page 2 tickets

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Date and Time

Thursday Oct 1, 2026
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM EDT

AGENDA

7:30 AM
Check-In, Breakfast, Exhibitor Showcase

8:30 AM
Welcome & Opening Remarks

Trends Driving Change

Partnerships in Action: The Model That Builds Industry Leaders

The Power of Customer-Centric Design

Partnerships in Action: Turning Industry Problems into Solutions

Innovation Exchange

Networking Lunch

Partnerships in Action: Building

Michigan's Engineering Workforce

From Icon to Innovation: Transforming the Palace of Auburn Hills Site

2:00 PM Program Concludes

Location

Auburn Hills Marriott Pontiac
3600 Centerpoint Pkwy
Pontiac, MI 48341

Fees/Admission

Registration Fee:
Members:$199
Future Members: $299

Refund & Registration Policy

Payment is considered final, and non-refundable, unless there is a quality issue that cannot be otherwise addressed. Registration for all events, programs and membership is considered complete upon full payment. An invoice payment option will be available on most events until 14 days prior to the event date. Cash and credit cards are always accepted. A confirmation will be sent for all transactions with the Auburn Hills Chamber.

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Gold Sponsor \| $3,500 High digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Expo table 8 tickets	Silver Sponsor \| $2,500 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Expo table 6 tickets
Breakout Session Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Verbal recognition during Breakout Sessions Expo Table 4 tickets	Registration Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Signage at the Registration/Check-In Table Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Expo Table 4 tickets
General Session Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Verbal recognition during the 3 General Sessions/Panel Presentations Expo Table 4 tickets	Networking Center Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Signage at the Networking Expo Sponsor Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium Expo table 4 tickets
Coffee Bar Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Coffee bar signage Event signage and program Website event page Verbal recognition from the podium 4 tickets	Breakfast Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Verbal recognition from the podium Logo featured on: Breakfast buffet signage Event signage and program Website event page 4 tickets
Lunch Sponsor \| $2,000 Digital and print branding visibility Verbal recognition from the podium Logo featured on: Lunch buffet signage Event signage and program Website event page 4 tickets	Bronze Sponsor \| $1,000 Digital and print branding visibility Logo featured on: Event signage and program Website event page 2 tickets

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