

Michigan Mobility Week: Drone Dinner
As part of Michigan Mobility Week, Newlab and the Office of Future Mobility and Electrification (OFME) are convening founders and state + local leaders for an invite-only dinner to accelerate the future of drone innovation in Michigan.
This intimate gathering will bring together:
Drone founders leading advanced aerial mobility innovation.
Problem owners across Michigan government departments exploring how drones can support state-level needs in infrastructure, environment, public safety, and more.
Why Now
Momentum in Michigan’s mobility ecosystem is at an all-time high. During Michigan Mobility Week, leaders from across the state and nation are uniting to highlight opportunities for technology to transform transportation and infrastructure. Drones are central to this vision.
What to Expect
Over dinner, founders will connect directly with state leaders and stakeholders positioned to activate pilot projects and funding pathways. This event is designed to spark collaborations that can scale quickly by pairing real-world challenges with pioneering drone solutions.
Just one week later, an exciting new program will be announced by the State, providing opportunities for AAM companies to apply to solve real world problems for specific agencies.