MMIC Southfield/Detroit
Day 0 - Tuesday, December 2
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Optional Dinner
Dinner at Sylvan Table - 1819 Inverness Sylvan Lake, MI 48320
Day 1 – Wednesday, December 3
Arrival Time:
Please plan to arrive between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to the meeting room.
Check-In Procedure (ITAR Compliance):
Sign in at the front desk in the lobby (see picture below)
Present a valid driver’s license
Show your phone to security so the camera can be covered.
If you need assistance or have any questions, feel free to call or text Eric at 309-429-1412.
8:30 AM - 9:00 – Arrive at Eaton Research Labs in Southfield - 26201 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48076
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM Welcome & Introductions
9:15 AM – 9:30 AM Meeting Objectives & Overview
Goals for collaboration
Expected outcomes
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Round robin updates from participants
Opportunity for participants to share priorities
AI in Manufacturing
Automation trends
Innovation spaces in Midwest manufacturing
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Eaton Presentations & Discussion (lunch served during presentations)
Topic 1: AI in materials: The presentation would focus on leveraging AI in material development and utilization in supply chain sustainment.
Topic 2: Metal additive manufacturing - the drive for cost effective production: This presentation will review the current technologies and the state of development to drive wider adoption of metal additive manufacturing
Topic 3: Use of hybrid electronics in harsh and hazardous environments: Current state of hybrid electronics and its applications.
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Tour of Eaton Facility
Advanced Manufacturing and materials Labs
Additive manufacturing
Materials synthesis
Materials characterization
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM - Travel to Newlab - Michigan Central, 2001 15th St, Detroit, MI 48216
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM - Facility visit/tour
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM - Newlab overview by Sean Simpson, Director of Ventures
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM - Happy Hour/Networking with
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Networking Reception / Dinner
The Yard at Corktown - 1375 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
Day 2 – Thursday, December 4
9:00 AM – Meet at Centrepolis Accelerator - 21415 Civic Center Dr #100, Southfield, MI 48075
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Overview and tour of capabilities
Discussion on manufacturing innovation
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Startup Showcase & Engagement
Pitch sessions from related startups
Connect on collaboration opportunities
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Actionable Outcomes & Wrap-Up
Next steps for MMIC collaboration
Nearby Accommodations
Staybridge Suites Detroit: 26060 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48076
Hampton Inn by Hilton Detroit Southfield: 26080 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48076
Westin Southfield Detroit: 1500 Town Center, Southfield, MI 48075
Detroit Marriott Southfield: 27033 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48034