About this Event
We are pleased to announce the inaugural Velocity / ROISBS CEO Roundtable Summit on Thursday, November 19, 2026. Our goal is simple – to be the bridgebuilder to help business leaders and manufacturers in Macomb County, the State of Michigan and across the USA make strategic connections to collaborate, and develop mutually beneficial relationships which help them grow, prosper, and create more fulfilling job opportunities.
This summit is open to the public. So, if you are an executive involved in manufacturing, developing advanced technology or serving the Aerospace or Defense industries, then plan to attend.
Panel discussions (12:30 – 4:00pm)
Workforce Development - Followed by 5, 3-minute presentations from local workforce solutions providers
Manufacturing - Followed by 5, 3-minute presentations from local manufactures sharing capabilities and interests for growth
Aerospace & Defense - Followed by 5, 3-minute presentations from Tier-1 Aerospace and Defense organizations sharing needs and opportunities for suppliers
Matchmaking and Networking (4:00-5:00pm)
- 1-on-1 tabletop, 5-minute introductory conversations with Tier-1 organizations in the Aerospace, Defense, and related industries. We will use a timer to keep people moving to the next table
- Open networking for anyone who is not participating in the 1-on-1 tabletop meetings
Social networking 5:00-7:00pm - Cocktails and socializing
Our goal is to help business leaders connect. Please use this link to complete our registration intake form. The information which you provide will help us to attempt to make warm introductions prior to the Velocity / ROISBS CEO Roundtable Summit: https://hub.catalyzerapp.com/public/form/7ebc0f68-b7ca-4954-b7a9-acbbc6b0828a
Event venue & nearby stays
Velocity Innovation Center 6633 18 Mile Rd, 6633 18 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, United States
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