Van Andel Global Trade Center

We can't wait for Michigan World Trade Week's 39th International Business Conference taking place in Grand Rapids, Michigan on May 7th! Take advantage of early bird pricing and register today! #worldtradeweek #michiganbusiness #globaltrade #export #networking

Last week we shared an incredible morning of insights and connections at the 26th Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium! ?? A huge thank you to everyone who joined us—industry leaders, suppliers, executives, and professionals—who came together to explore the future of automotive supply under this year’s theme: Shifting Gears – Thriving in a New Automotive Era. A special thank you to our speakers from Toyota North America, Plante Moran, The Manufacturing Millennial, S&P Global, Magna International, Pridgeon & Clay, AISIN World Corp. of America, Coastal Automotive, LLC, and Warner Norcross + Judd?for sharing their knowledge on electrification, supply chain challenges, talent acquisition, manufacturing, sustainability, and evolving global trade policies. We also extend our gratitude to our event sponsors, partners, and the planning committee for making this event possible. Your support ensures that we can keep providing timely insights, valuable networking opportunities, and impactful discussions year after year. Thank You to the Symposium Title Sponsor: Plante Moran And 2025 Sponsors: ArtiFlex Manufacturing, Inc, Automated Logistics Systems, LLC., Bluewater Hayes Inc., JPMorganChase, MichAuto, Morrison Industrial Equipment, S&P Global Mobility, Warner Norcross + Judd, and The Right Place, Inc. Let’s keep the conversation going! What were your biggest takeaways from the Symposium? Drop them in the comments! ?? #MichiganAutomotiveSuppliersSymposium #ShiftingGears #AutomotiveIndustry #SupplyChain #Electrification #Networking #MichiganBusiness #GVSU #SeidmanExperience #manufacturing

Have you checked out the Shifting Gears: Michigan Tier 1 Supplier Panel taking the stage at the 26th Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium, one week from today?! As the automotive industry navigates rapid change, suppliers must adapt to shifting trade policies, electrification, autonomy, and economic uncertainty. Our Shifting Gears panel, will explore how Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers are responding to tariff threats, evolving OEM expectations, and supply chain disruptions while seizing opportunities in electrification and autonomy. Industry leaders from Magna International, Pridgeon & Clay, AISIN World Corp. of America, Coastal Automotive, LLC, and Warner Norcross + Judd will share strategies for resilience, securing new business, and leveraging tools like the R&D Tax Credit to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge in this dynamic landscape. Don't miss this informative conversation, register here ?? https://lnkd.in/dQjvswRG #tariffs #OEM #supplychain #electrification #autonomy #automotive #Michiganbusiness #gvsu #seidmanexperience

Join us along with Michigan Automotive Supplier Symposium Sponsors Warner Norcross + Judd and Plante Moran, the night before to network with automotive industry professionals at the Mobility Meetup on March 5, hosted by the Michigan Office of Future Mobility and Electrification and MichAuto. Mobility Meetups are designed to bring together dynamic startups in the automotive technology space with Michigan’s automotive and mobility industry stakeholders to connect, share, and collaborate. Register for the Mobility Meet Up here ?? https://lnkd.in/gk5RVkEX Register for the 26th Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium here ?? https://lnkd.in/dQjvswRG #michauto #michiganbusiness #automotiveindustry #networking

?? Fresh Off the Press! ?? "Equipping suppliers with the insights and strategies to navigate an evolving industry is the focus of this year’s annual Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium, hosted by Grand Valley State University’s Van Andel Global Trade Center." Read more: https://lnkd.in/guHQRRC2 And register for the Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium here ?? https://lnkd.in/dQjvswRG Thank you to the 2025 title sponsor Plante Moran! And thank you to our event sponsors: ArtiFlex Manufacturing, Inc, Automated Logistics Systems, LLC., Bluewater Hayes Inc., JPMorganChase, MichAuto, Morrison Industrial Equipment, S&P Global Mobility, Warner Norcross + Judd, and The Right Place, Inc./ Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center #MIAutoSymposium #AutomotiveIndustry #Michiganbusiness #automotive

Headed to this year's Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium? ?? Join us along with Michigan Automotive Supplier Symposium Sponsors Warner Norcross + Judd and Plante Moran, the night before to network with automotive industry professionals at the Mobility Meetup on March 5, hosted by the Michigan Office of Future Mobility and Electrification and MichAuto. Mobility Meetups are designed to bring together dynamic startups in the automotive technology space with Michigan’s automotive and mobility industry stakeholders to connect, share, and collaborate. ? Register for the Mobility Meet Up here ?? https://lnkd.in/gk5RVkEX Register for the 26th Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium here ?? https://lnkd.in/dQjvswRG #michauto #michiganbusiness #automotiveindustry #networking

Listen in Tomorrow Morning (2/19) to the WGVU Shelley Irwin show and hear what to expect at this year's Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium! #automotive #michiganbusiness #gvsu #automotiveindustry

?? Speaker Spotlight! ?? When it comes to automotive manufacturing industry talent and technology The Manufacturing Millennial - Jake Hall, has the insights to help your organization succeed! Jake is an advocate for manufacturing, automation, and skilled trades by helping revolutionize the way people and companies present through digital channels and beyond. He takes the stage March 6th in Grand Rapids, Michigan to share his expertise during the 26th Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium! Don't miss it! Register Today: https://lnkd.in/dQjvswRG #automotiveindustry #automotive #MichiganBusiness #supplychain #AutomotiveTechnology

Are you curious about key trends shaping the automotive industry in 2025? The Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium is excited to bring Mike Wall, Executive Director of Automotive Analysis from S&P Global Mobility to the Symposium stage for an Automotive Industry Forecast! Seats are filling up fast! Register today: https://lnkd.in/dQjvswRG ?? #autoindustrytrends #automotiveforecast #michiganbusiness

We are excited to welcome back title sponsor Plante Moran for the 26th Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium, which will be held on March 6th in Grand Rapids, Michigan! ?? Plante Moran’s automotive practice supports clients across the global value chain, including OEMs, suppliers, technology companies, investors, and dealerships. With decades of industry experience, the firm's accounting, tax, and automotive consulting experts provide strategic insights backed by proprietary market forecasts and benchmarking data. Leveraging deep industry expertise, Plante Moran delivers market-leading financial, operational, and strategic intelligence that sets their clients apart in an evolving automotive landscape. People are at the core of everything Plante Moran does, and it shows! Don't Miss the opportunity to meet Plante Moran's fantastic Automotive team on March 6th! Learn more about our title sponsor here: https://lnkd.in/g5S23rFG Register here for the 26th Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium: https://lnkd.in/dQjvswRG #michiganauto #michiganbusiness #tax #accounting #automotive #mobility #innovation #oem #supplychain #manufacturing