Innovation
Innovate to Survive and Thrive
The Great Lakes Region has the talent to provide a skilled, innovative workforce that embraces innovation and entrepreneurship and readily adapts to change.
The Great Lakes Region is the third largest economy in the world. It has a cutting-edge culture and is an epicenter for next-generation innovation. We are a world-class economic powerhouse and potential to innovate has been barely tapped.
Let's share what we know. Hear from:
Executive Vice President, Global Finishing and Software Businesses, Illinois Tool Works
Senior Vice President, Manufacturing Performance Excellence, Corning Inc.
President of Carnegie Mellon University
Hear about real world examples of transfering technology from the university to companies:
Robert Killoren
Associate Vice President for Research Administration & Research Foundation Executive Director, Ohio State University
Director, Office of Engagement, Fort Wayne Purdue University
Jim Ross
Vice President of Innovation And Technical Services For Economic Development, The Right Place Inc.
Hear about a small company that won the coveted Shingo Prize!
Tom Paine
President, Metal Works Inc., Ludington Michigan
Learn about Innovation Tools and Practices to help your company grow:
Consulting Faculty and Innovation Strategist, IBM Executive Business Institute
Join us!