Join our host Ed Clemente and four thought-leading guests for a special The Michigan Opportunity Podcast live from Mackinac Island where the Mackinac Policy Conference, hosted by the Detroit Regional Chamber. Our special edition podcast guests range from biotechnology, higher education, economic development organization, mobility and advanced manufacturing.
Hear from Pete Pellerito, Senior Public Affairs Advisor, Federal/State, Economic Development & University Relations for Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO). Pete discusses tech transfer, reshoring manufacturers to the US, BIO startups and ag in Michigan and the BIO legacy of pharma research and manufacturing. Also joining us is Brad Williams, Vice President of Government Relations at the Detroit Regional Chamber. Brad discusses the mission and history of the Mackinac Policy Conference, an overview of all of the guests and keynote speakers. Kevin Johnson, President and CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation chats about the initiatives the city of Detroit is making to develop a livable infrastructure for the right balance for quality of life for those who live, work and play in Detroit. Lastly, hear Teresa Woodruff President, Michigan State University discuss her view of the mission of the university, the quality of the education MSU students receive, the FRIB, MSU Extension and much more.