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The Mobility Table

The Global Epicenter of Mobility (GEM)

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The Mobility Table podcast, powered by the Detroit Regional Partnership’s Global Epicenter of Mobility (GEM), fosters important conversations about some of the biggest challenges impacting the advanced mobility industry today. Leveraging real-world examples from guests pioneering tomorrow’s mobility solutions, The Mobility Table aims to nurture connection and collaboration by shining a spotlight on the people, technologies and organizations ushering in a new era of mobility.

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Episodes (11)

AI, Trade Agreements and the Economics Behind Mobility with Kristin Dziczek, Senior Policy Advisor for the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

Kristin Dziczek took a seat at The Mobility Table with Jeannine and Bernard to discuss the implementation of AI within the automotive industry, the impact of the mobility industry on the broader economy in Detroit and the impacts of the USMCA trade agreement review. Kristin Dziczek currently acts as a senior policy advisor to the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s research, policy and public engagement division. Before her position at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, Kristin served as the senior vice president of research at the Center for Automotive Research (CAR).

Jun 03, 2026 30 min 10 annotations

AI, Trade Agreements and the Economics Behind Mobility with Kristin Dziczek, Senior Policy Advisor for the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago

Kristin Dziczek took a seat at The Mobility Table with Jeannine and Bernard to discuss the implementation of AI within the automotive industry, the impact of the mobility industry on the broader economy in Detroit and the impacts of the USMCA trade agreement review.Kristin Dziczek currently acts as a senior policy advisor to the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s research, policy and public engagement division. Before her position at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, Kristin served as the senior vice president of research at the Center for Automotive Research (CAR).

Jun 02, 2026 31 min 19 annotations

Detroit’s Mobility Success Isn’t Happening in a Vacuum with John McElroy, President of Blue Sky Productions and Host of Autoline

John McElroy sat down with Jeannine and Bernard at The Mobility Table to discuss the ways the Detroit region mobility ecosystem can overcome global competition. The conversation explores the resources, capabilities and knowledge that sets the Detroit region apart and will drive innovation in the future.John is an influential journalist, lecturer, commentator and entrepreneur, having created Autoline an outlet dedicated to the reporting, discussion and dissection of the automotive industry and its products. He is an automotive expert, sharing his insights through radio segments, blogs and appearances on major outlets across the country.

May 05, 2026 31 min 47 annotations

The Importance of Having Allies in Electrification with Brandon Bordenkircher, Campaign Manager for EVNoire supporting Electrifying Michigan

Brandon Bordenkircher joined Jeannine and Bernard at The Mobility Table to discuss the Detroit region’s multimodal capabilities. The conversation explored the role of allies, including trusted connectors, organizations, and individuals who advocate for electrification, as well as the importance of consumers in supporting its growth.Brandon’s work at EVNoire is focused on an organization called Electrifying Michigan. Prior to his position at EVNoire he has inhabited roles across advocacy, public policy, and operations including Deputy Program Director for Midwest Government Affairs at Airbnb and a Lobbyist at Daimler. He also co-founded 12 Tone Matrix, pioneering AI-driven text analysis.

Apr 21, 2026 30 min 78 annotations

Finding Resources in the Mobility Ecosystem with Bret Scott, Director of WSU Open at Wayne State University

Bret Scott sat down with Jeannine and Bernard at The Mobility Table to discuss getting connected to resources in the mobility industry. They explored the challenges in navigating the mobility industry’s assets and explored the way WSU Open acts as a connector for mobility stakeholders to navigate the knowledge and support available in the Detroit region’s advanced mobility ecosystem.Bret Scott is the Director of WSU Open at Wayne State University. He is also the Mayor of Pleasant Ridge, a position he has held since 2019. Prior to his position at Wayne State, he worked in roles across the automotive industry and at mobility-related startups.

Apr 07, 2026 31 min 27 annotations

Retraining the Mobility Workforce with Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Talent at the Detroit Regional Partnership Sarah Gregory

Sarah Gregory took a seat at The Mobility Table next to Jeannine and Bernard to discuss the Detroit region’s mobility workforce. Together they covered: adapting the region’s talent to emerging technologies and needs, the benefits of being a strong learner, stackable credentials and how the ecosystem approaches connecting employers with the talent in the Detroit region.Sarah Gregory is the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Talent at the Detroit Regional Partnership. She previously served as Director of Talent Development at Workforce Intelligence Network.

Mar 24, 2026 33 min 32 annotations

Retooling Mobility Businesses with Voltava Executive Director of Operations Craig Leek

Craig Leek joined Jeannine and Bernard at The Mobility Table to discuss how companies are retooling and adapting to the growing shift towards electrification across the mobility industry, along with the limitations, challenges and successes that come with the transition. Craig Leek is the Executive Director of Operations for Voltava (formerly Detroit Manufacturing Systems), where he oversees Ford operations. Craig has more than 40 years of experience in the automotive sector, including over three decades at Ford.

Mar 10, 2026 29 min 29 annotations

The Shift to an Innovation Ecosystem with Orange Sparkle Ball Founder Meaghan Kennedy

Meaghan Kennedy came to the table to discuss GEM’s social network analysis research – completed alongside Orange Sparkle Ball – and what the results mean for the future of the Detroit region and other mobility hubs.Meaghan Kennedy is the founder of an innovation and impact-focused company, Orange Sparkle Ball (OSB) – which works to move organizations’ initiatives forward through research, technology, human-centered design and organizational goals. Before founding OSB, she worked at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as an epidemiologist.

Feb 24, 2026 32 min 2 annotations

Redefining Mobility and Driving Innovation with Michigan Economic Development Corporation Chief Mobility Officer Justine Johnson

Justine Johnson joined Jeannine and Bernard at The Mobility Table to discuss the definition of mobility and the ways innovation is inspired, driven, and achieved within the Detroit region and the state of Michigan.Justine is the Chief Mobility Officer at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), where she leads state-wide electrification efforts. She has more than 10 years of experience in external affairs, strategy, government, and community relations, having worked for organizations including Ford Motor Company, the New York City Economic Development Corporation, and the California Mobility Center.

Feb 10, 2026 33 min 9 annotations

An introduction to GEM and Detroit's Advanced Mobility Ecosystem with Detroit Regional Partnership CEO and President Maureen Donohue Krauss

Maureen Donohue Krauss is the first guest to take a seat at the table, joining Jeannine and Bernard in discussing the way the Global Epicenter of Mobility (GEM), a signature program of the Detroit Regional Partnership (DRP), first came together as an initiative and its ongoing impact on the Detroit region’s advanced mobility industry.Maureen is the President and CEO of the Detroit Regional Partnership, an organization which serves as the point of contact for business as well as marketing the region to out-of-state and international companies. She has over 30 years of leadership in economic development, non-profit and government work.

Jan 27, 2026 34 min 3 annotations

The Mobility Table Trailer

Welcome to the Mobility Table! Jeannine and Bernard are excited to have you. Take a seat, and tune in to conversations about the people, technologies, and organizations shaping the advanced mobility industry.This podcast is powered by the Global Epicenter of Mobility (GEM), which works to create a smart, secure, sustainable, and inclusive advanced-mobility industry in the 11-county Detroit Region.

Jan 23, 2026 0 min