The Michigan Opportunity

S2 Ep.29 Awenate Cobbina, CEO - Bedrock Manufacturing Company & Chair, MEDC Executive Committee

August 24, 2022 Michigan Economic Development Corporation Season 2 Episode 29
The Michigan Opportunity
S2 Ep.29 Awenate Cobbina, CEO - Bedrock Manufacturing Company & Chair, MEDC Executive Committee
Show Notes

From pro-sports to presidents, to a legal career to wearable fashion, MEDC’s Executive Committee Chairman Awenate Cobbina has had an exciting and eclectic career.

Join our guest, Awenate Cobbina, CEO, Bedrock Manufacturing Company, & Chair MEDC Executive Committee alongside our host Ed Clemente, as he discusses his very interesting background in public, private and NGO’s sectors. Founded in 2005, Bedrock Manufacturing Co. brands include Shinola and Filson. Detroit-based Shinola makes luxury watches sold through its international retail locations and wholesale. Seattle-based Filson is known for its high-end outdoor clothing and accessories sold through its own retail stores. Plus learn a little about the White House, Ghana, the NFL and the NBA. You can also read the transcript from our conversation.