Office of Mobility Innovation at The City of Detroit

??? Welcome to the Team, Yonikka Tinsley! ??? We're thrilled to introduce our newest Mobility Specialist, Yonikka Tinsley ! She will be working on the Detroit MODES project, which aims to improve transportation safety and equity in Detroit, especially in historically disadvantaged communities. Her goal is to make a tangible difference in the lives of Detroit residents and business owners by helping to make streets safer for everyone. A lifelong Detroiter and a 2023 graduate with honors from Central Michigan University, Yonikka holds a degree in Community Development and Public Administration. She’s currently a second-year Master of Urban Planning student at Wayne State University. Yonikka will be working with the Office of Mobility Innovation for the next 15 months as a Mobility Specialist through the Michigan Mobility Fellowship. She shares, "I am extremely excited to join the OMI, as it offers an opportunity for me to grow as a professional, make a positive impact on the City of Detroit, and enhance the lives of all its residents." Welcome aboard, Yonikka! We’re excited to see all you’ll accomplish! ?? #MobilityInnovation #TeamOMI #Welcome

???? Happening Today! Join us from 11 AM - 3 PM at Cadillac Square for a zero-emission experience! Check out Toyota’s TRD Hydrogen Fuel Cell Generator Truck, powering food trucks with clean, green energy! ???? Presented by Toyota North America, the City of Detroit Mayor’s Office of Mobility Innovation, and the Downtown Detroit Partnership. ?? Cadillac Square ?? 11 AM - 3 PM Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e52AcBQ3 #DetroitHydrogen #ZeroEmissions #GreenEnergy #SustainableFuture

???? Get ready for a zero-emission, hydrogen-powered experience in the heart of Detroit! Join us during your lunchtime on Wednesday, October 16, from 11 AM - 3 PM at Cadillac Square as Toyota demos their TRD Hydrogen Fuel Cell Generator Truck, powering food trucks on site with clean, green energy! ???? Presented by Toyota North America, The City of Detroit Mayor’s Office of Mobility Innovation, and the Downtown Detroit Partnership, this event highlights the future of sustainable, zero-emission energy in our city. Learn more about how Detroit is driving toward a cleaner, hydrogen-powered future. ?? Cadillac Square ?? Wednesday, October 16 ?? 11 AM - 3 PM For more info on Detroit’s Hydrogen Vision, visit: https://lnkd.in/e52AcBQ3 #DetroitHydrogen #ZeroEmissions #GreenEnergy #SustainableFuture #MobilityInnovation #HydrogenFuelCell

???? This morning, our Chief, Tim Slusser , spoke at ITS Michigan! He joined the panel on Hydrogen’s Future and Its Impact on Transportation and Mobility: From Detroit to Michigan to the World. ?? The session explored how hydrogen is shaping the future of clean transportation. From long-haul trucking to local use cases, Detroit is leading the way! ?? Read our latest white paper on Detroit’s Hydrogen Vision: https://lnkd.in/e52AcBQ3 ?? Registration for this event is now sold out. #HydrogenFuture #Decarbonization #MobilityInnovation #CleanEnergy #ITSDetroit

???? Big day for the future of transportation! Today, Tony G. Geara, P.E., PTOE (???? ?????), Deputy Chief of Mobility Innovation for the City of Detroit and President of ITS Michigan, is moderating two insightful panels at the ITS Michigan Annual Meeting in East Lansing. The event kicked off at 9 AM, the "Driving the Future of Transportation: Uniting Minds, Inspiring Innovation" panel brings together industry leaders from across Michigan to explore advancements in connected and automated vehicles (AV). Then at 3:10 PM, join us for "Detroit's Self-Driving Future," where panelists will discuss how the next generation of ITS solutions will shape the safe and efficient operation of AVs in Detroit. Excited to hear from experts like Dr. Holli Seabury, Michael Hale Jr., and Johnny Chee as we envision a smarter, more connected future! #ITS2024 #MobilityInnovation #AVDetroit #FutureOfTransportation

??♂? Meet Darius Mason, former 2024 Mayoral Fellow and now officially part of the team as Project Manager & Analytics Specialist at the City of Detroit’s Office of Mobility Innovation (OMI)! ? "I am most excited about giving people more options to complete that first and last mile of transportation. I strive to make the lives of the people of this great city just a little bit easier, one successful day, week, project at a time," says Darius. ? Darius will be working on OMI’s micro-mobility initiatives, including the MoGo Shared Bike System and the Detroit Scooter Rental Program, helping Detroiters move around the city with ease. ? When he’s not working on mobility solutions, you might find him scooting through some of his favorite spots around Detroit—the Cass Corridor from his Wayne State days, the Dequindre Cut, and the scenic Riverwalk. ?? ? #MobilityInnovation #Detroit #MicroMobility #MayoralFellow24

???? THIS WEEK: The City of Detroit is excited to share that Kristin Shaw, LEED AP, Transportation Decarbonization Specialist with the Office of Mobility Innovation, will be speaking at the #ForthRoadmapConference in Detroit, MI, from September 24-26! Join us for the Innovation Spotlight: Detroit session on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, from 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM. Kristin will be joined by industry leaders: >>Natalie King - Dunamis Charge ?? >>Pina Bennett - DTE Energy >>Shafiq Bari - Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) >>Deeana Ahmed, PhD - Our Next Energy (ONE) >>Stefan Tongur, PhD - Electreon This is the nation's premier event for electric transportation, where leaders will chart the course for the future of sustainable mobility. Don’t miss out! ?? Register now: Roadmapforth.org #RoadmapForth #ElectricTransportation #MobilityInnovation #Sustainability #Detroit

?? Ready to dive into the future of mobility? Join us at Ann Arbor SPARK #a2Tech360 from September 20 - 27! Our very own Senior Mobility Strategist, Konner Petz, will be speaking on Breakout Session #1: Innovation in the Fast Lane on September 23 at 9:40am. He’ll be sharing insights on the latest innovations transforming urban transportation in Detroit. ?? Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, entrepreneur, or just curious about the future of mobility, this event is for you! Don’t miss out on thought-provoking discussions, interactive workshops, and groundbreaking ideas. ?? Save the date and register today: ?? a2tech360.com #TechForGood #MobilityInnovation #FutureOfTransport #DetroitMobility

?? **Last Chance! ?? Entries Close Tomorrow Sept. 12 at 4 PM** APPLY NOW! Submit your innovative mobility solutions for the Toyota Mobility Foundation Sustainable Cities Challenge: Detroit City Challenge! Help transform freight operations with **Eastern Market** and cut costs while reducing fossil fuel consumption. ???? Don't miss out—submit your entry now! ?? Learn more: [https://lnkd.in/dZxxPX7c) https://lnkd.in/ebgCDjQw #MobilityInnovation #SustainableFreight #CityOfDetroit #EasternMarket #ToyotaMobilityFoundation #ChallengeWorks #CleanEnergySolutions

?? Happening TODAY! ?? Join Tim Slusser, Chief of Mobility Innovation for the City of Detroit, as he speaks at #RECESS24 on the Pioneering Mobility Solutions panel from 2:20PM - 3:15PM! This engaging panel will dive into the latest advancements in electric vehicles, autonomous vehicles, and sustainable transportation. The discussion will focus on how we can create innovative and equitable mobility solutions for all. ?? Moderator: Justine Johnson, Senior VP & Chief Mobility Officer, Michigan Economic Development Corporation ?? Other Panelists: * Nana Arkorful, Founder & CEO, Arke * Komal Doshi, VP of Beneficial Electrification & Mobility, Walker-Miller Energy Services Don’t miss this critical conversation! #DetroitInnovation #CleanEnergy #MobilityForAll #Sustainability