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Panels<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n

Registration Link: https:\/\/www.xcdsystem.com\/IEOM\/attendee\/index.cfm?ID=Fphyf14<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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EV – Vehicle Electrification Panel<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n

October 10, Tuesday, 3:00 – 4:30 pm<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Panel Chair:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Dr. Saso Krstovski, MBB<\/span>
\n<\/strong>Past Automotive University Programs Manager<\/span>
\nPast Automotive Lean Manufacturing Manager \/ Six Sigma Master Black Belt<\/span><\/h3>\n

Dr. Saso Krstovski is a former automotive professional with over 25 years of expertise in complex structured problem-solving, working as Lean Manufacturing Manager and Lean Six-Sigma Master Black Belt. Dr. Krstovski has held many engineering assignments, including time working as a Test Engineer, Launch Test Engineer, and Electrical Control Engineer. During his tenure in automotive manufacturing, Dr. Krstovski has worked in several plant environments and skill teams such as Safety, Quality, Operations, and Finance and has held front-line supervision roles managing hourly UAW production employees. This exposure to new work concepts within automotive manufacturing has allowed Dr. Krstovski to amass a holistic engineering approach. As such, Dr. Krstovski has gained an extensive understanding of the Six-Sigma methodologies. As a detail-oriented and data-driven engineer, Dr. Krstovski is an invaluable contributor to the lean and six sigma profession. He is highly distinguished and skilled with problem identification and resolution to avoid time and cost expenditures.<\/p>\n

Dr. Krstovski teaches at several Michigan Universities as an Adjunct Professor within the College of Engineering and Business. Dr. Krstovski research interests lie around System Optimization. He continues to collaborate actively with researchers at several universities. Dr. Krstovski provides guidance globally to doctoral candidates on dissertation direction. He graduated from Lawrence Technological University with a Doctorate of Engineering in Manufacturing Systems (DEMS). In addition, to his doctorate, Dr. Krstovski has a Master in Electrical Computer Controlled Systems and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Wayne State University. Dr. Krstovski has authored several publications and scientific articles on various engineering topics.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker I<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n

\"\"Amit Ranjan
\n<\/strong>Engineering Manager – EV Battery Manufacturing<\/span>
\nFounder of Energy Efficiency Startup<\/span>
\nCanoo<\/span><\/h3>\n

Amit Ranjan is an industry expert with over 15 years of experience in automotive propulsion systems focusing on emission reduction technologies spanning from Selective Catalytic Reductions for Diesel engines to electric propulsion in battery electric vehicles.<\/p>\n

In previous roles, Amit led the systems engineering of Ultra-high efficiency Single Module exhaust aftertreatment system for the global engine leader Cummins Inc. His contribution to the technology has enabled diesel vehicle makers Daimler, Paccar, DAF trucks & Stellantis to meet EPA emissions targets. Amit played a notable role in propulsion system development of STLA Large BEV architecture of Stellantis enabling premium European brands Alfa Romeo & Maserati & iconic American brands Chrysler, Dodge & Jeep to achieve industry leading range, efficiency and charging speeds.<\/p>\n

In his current role, Amit is leading engineering development of battery manufacturing technologies for the distinguished EV startup Canoo. Amit comes with a Masters in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor. Outside of Canoo, he is contributing to the legislation & policy development by United States congressmen as a constituent voice & a technology expert in the battery safety area.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker II<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Mary Beth MacDonald
\n<\/strong>Retired Program Manager – Electrification at General Motors<\/span><\/h3>\n

Mary Beth recently retired from General Motors after a 40-year career in Engineering and Program Management.\u00a0 Her most recent role was Program Manager of EV Propulsion Systems, managing multiple Program Execution Teams responsible for the design, development and manufacturing of EV batteries, electric drive units and control systems.<\/p>\n

Mary Beth has an extensive background in engine design, development, calibration, test and validation throughout her career.\u00a0 She has also been a leader in powertrain integration and vehicle system engineering for multiple propulsion programs. She ended her GM career with 4 years in EV Program Management, paving the way for several successful EV program launches as well as establishing future EV propulsion program execution plans.<\/p>\n

Her experience includes 6 years of international work assignments at GM Korea in Bupyeong, S. Korea, as well as PATAC in Shanghai, China, a GM-SAIC joint venture.<\/p>\n

Mary Beth has received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree from Lawrence Technological University and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of Michigan \u2013 Ann Arbor.\u00a0 She has received the GM Chairman\u2019s Honors Award and the People Make Quality Happen Award, and is a DFSS Black Belt.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker III<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Ms. Kayla Buczkowski
\n<\/span><\/strong>Leading Test & Validation<\/span>
\nEAVX<\/span>
\nMilan, Michigan, United States<\/span><\/h3>\n

Ms. Buczkowski is leading test and validation at EAVX. She was an Applications Service Engineer with A&D Technology and is pursuing the dual Master\u2019s program of Engineering Management and Industrial Engineering at Lawrence Technological University as well as her Professional Engineering license in Mechanical Engineering. She graduated from Michigan Technological University in May 2018 with a Bachelor\u2019s of Science in Mechanical Engineering, minoring in Music Performance.<\/p>\n

Working for A&D Technology, Ms. Buczkowski has become one of the company\u2019s experts in battery testing, engine testing, and hardware-in-the-loop testing. She integrates her company\u2019s software, iTest, at their office in Ann Arbor, MI as well as at customer facilities around the globe. Currently, acting as one of the administrators of A&D Technology\u2019s service department and is the lead trainer in charge of training internal employees and customers on A&D products.<\/p>\n

Ms. Buczkowski has spent four years working for A&D Technology, but also accumulated an additional two years of design and testing experience through internships and co-ops during her undergraduate studies. During her time attending Michigan Tech in Houghton, MI, Ms. Buczkowski performed with the Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra, serving as principal percussionist for four of her five years. As a final project for her Music Performance minor, she conducted a song with the Keweenaw Youth Symphony Orchestra. After graduation, she has maintained her appreciation for music performance and currently plays with the Dexter Community Orchestra.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker IV<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Dr. Balakumar Muniandi<\/strong> <\/span>
\nAssociate Professor of Practice <\/span>
\nDepartment of Electrical and Computer Engineering<\/span>
\nLawrence Technological University<\/span>
\nSouthfield, Michigan<\/span><\/h3>\n

Dr. Balakumar Muniandi is an Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Lawrence Technological University. He worked as a Postdoctoral research associate in Electrical and Computer science Engineering (ECE), University of Massachusetts, where he developed an energy-efficient Cellular Neuromorphic Computing (CNN) chip in deep sub-micron process for DARPA, USA by collaborating with BAE systems. He was also worked as an R&D Engineer in Hsinchu Science Park (Silicon Valley of Taiwan), Taiwan. During his PhD, he is a key person in Indo-Taiwan bilateral project for developing \u201cMPPT based solar battery charger system\u201d. His research interest mainly focuses on power management circuits, battery chargers, mixed signal IC designs, GaN gate driver, smart battery management system for electric vehicles and Neuromorphic computing.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker V<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Scott Lukomski<\/strong><\/span>
\nEV Business Director<\/span>
\nMarposs Corporation<\/span>
\nPlymouth, Michigan, United States<\/span><\/h3>\n

Scott Lukomski is the EV Business Director for Marposs Corporation and has a 25-year career focused on quality in manufacturing and engineering.\u00a0 As a lifelong Michigander, Lukomski has spent most of his career devoted to automotive drivetrain manufacturing and quality.\u00a0 He expanded his quality control experience with automotive OEMs and Tier companies through tenures at companies such as Perceptron and Jenoptik Automotive. In his role at Marposs, he is charged with directing the network of salespeople and distribution partners to grow business in the electric vehicle sector, including battery testing, electric motor testing, machine monitoring and other solutions.<\/p>\n

\u201cYesterday, the measurement and inspection challenges revolved around the key components of the internal combustion engine, and today, they\u2019re firmly focused on propulsion systems for battery electric vehicles,\u201d Lukomski says. \u201cIt\u2019s my goal to make Marposs a resource for all manufacturers in the new propulsion industry and help them as they build their businesses.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Smart Mobility Panel<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

October 11, Wednesday, 3:00 – 4:30 pm<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Panel Chair<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Steven Sibrel<\/span>
\n<\/strong>Senior Supplier Quality Manager<\/span>
\nHarman International, Novi, MI<\/span>
\nPast Chair \u2013 ASQ Greater Detroit<\/span><\/h3>\n

Steve Sibrel is a business process improvement trainer, coach and auditor with over 35 years of experience in the business and manufacturing world. He is currently working as Senior Supplier Quality Manager at Harman International, a manufacturer of audio and infotainment systems for consumer, professional, and automotive industries, with well-known brands such as JBL, Lexicon, Crown, Infinity, Mark Levinson, Becker and Harman-Kardon. Previously he held a number of engineering and management positions in diverse industries at Applied Materials (Semiconductor), NEC (Telecommunications) and Texas Instruments (Military). He has conducted over 200 supplier audits in North America, Europe, and Asia and is a Lead Auditor for ISO\/TS16949, ISO9001, ISO13485, ISO17025, and 21CFR820. He has been the Chair for Professional Development for the ASQ Detroit section since 2008. He received the Distinguished Service Award in 2008 and the Leadership Award in 2013 from ASQ.\u00a0 Current ASQ Certifications held are Six Sigma Black Belt, Quality Engineer, Quality Inspector, Quality Auditor, and Manager of Quality\/ Organizational Excellence. He is an adjunct facility member at Macomb Community College. Steve has a BSEE degree from Rose Hulman Institute of Technology and an MSEE degree from Southern Methodist University.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker I<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n

\"\"Dr. Jianhua Zhou<\/strong> <\/span>
\nFellow of Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) International<\/span>
\nFellow of American Society for Quality (ASQ)<\/span>
\nFormer Vice President of Ford China Quality and New Model Programs<\/span>
\nFormer Vice President of Ford Asia Pacific Quality and New Model Programs<\/span>
\nFormer Ford Corporate Executive Technical Leader<\/span>
\nMember of Ford Technology Advisory Board<\/span><\/h3>\n

Dr. Jianhua Zhou is Fellow of Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) International, Fellow of American Society for Quality (ASQ), and SAE Mentor and SAE Lecturer on AV and EV Reliability. With more than 28 years of experience at Ford Motor Company, he held various leadership positions, including Vice President of Ford China Quality and New Model Programs, Vice President of Ford Asia Pacific Quality and New Model Programs, Ford Corporate Executive Technical Leader, and Member of Ford Technology Advisory Board. Dr. Zhou has extensive global leadership experience including foreign assignments in Japan, Turkey and China.<\/p>\n

Currently, Dr. Zhou serves as an Associate Editor for the SAE Journal of Materials and Manufacturing and the SAE Journal of Passenger Vehicle Systems. He also serves on the Advisory Board for Eastern Michigan University School of Engineering QMP. Dr. Zhou\u2019s expertise has been sought after internationally, having trained over 15,000 individuals in more than 20 countries. He has published over 30 technical papers, holds a US patent on vehicle durability, and has been a keynote speaker and panelist at numerous global conferences. Furthermore, Dr. Zhou has been awarded the Taguchi Robust Design award three times. He received his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker II<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Therese Niemi
\n<\/strong>EV Curious | Technical Advisor for Light Metals<\/span>
\nBusiness Development Manager<\/span>
\nHenkel<\/span>
\nMadison Heights, Michigan<\/span><\/h3>\n

Therese Niemi currently manages North America and Mexico for Functional Coatings of Light Metal Business for Automotive Components for Henkel Corporation. With more than 20 years of experience working in the field of surface treatment, she has held various leadership positions in technical service, product management, business development, and technical management. She is also leading the Henkel North America Battery Team for Surface Treatment.<\/p>\n

Holds a patent in VISIBLE CHROMIUM \u2013 AND PHOSPHORUS-FREE CONVERSION COATING FOR ALUMINUM AND ITS ALLOYS \u2013 US pat. 6464800<\/p>\n

Therese has a BSCE degree from Lawrence Technological University and an MBA from JWMI, Philadelphia, PA.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker III<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Xubin Song
\n<\/strong>Founder and CEO
\n<\/span>ePower Mobility
\n<\/span>Canton, Michigan
\nUnited States<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

Dr. Xubin Song, PhD (Virginia Tech, 1999) and ASME Fellow (2013), an outstanding powertrain expert on propulsion electrification, who founded the International Journal of Powertrains as Editor-in-Chief in 2010 and published more than 50 peer-reviewed papers as well as one co-authored book \u201cAdvanced Powertrains for Commercial Vehicles\u201d (SAE, 2021).<\/p>\n

Dr. Song undertook senior engineering positions with Eaton (2004-2015) and executive leadership roles of Weichai Power (2015-2021), before founding the startup ePower Mobility LLC (2021) to pioneer the next generation of cost-effective electrification solutions, Mobile Charging e-Propulsion (MCeP), to hard-to-abate big rigs from both industrialization and environmental perspectives.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker IV<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Clay Phillips<\/strong><\/span>
\nMobility Technology Lead<\/span>
\nMichigan Small Business Development Center<\/span>
\nBloomfield Hills, Michigan<\/span><\/h3>\n

Clay Phillips is the Mobility Lead for the SBDC. He\u00a0<\/strong>has deep practical experience in open innovation, intelligence, business development, strategy, and alliance management. From 2014 \u2013 2018 he was an independent innovation and growth strategy advisor for startups, large companies and non-profits. He has served as adjunct instructor for the NSF Innovation Corps program and mentor for Detroit Techstars and GAMIC programs with a focus on transportation, advanced mobility and energy.<\/p>\n

Prior to 2014 he was an executive at General Motors R&D where he held leadership positions in corporate and advanced technology strategy, alliance management, and innovation commercialization. He was a founding member and VP of GM\u2019s corporate venture capital arm, GM Ventures, and led commercialization due diligence for the R&D Center\u2019s open innovation and internal startup program. Earlier in his career he managed international product and portfolio planning and new business development initiatives.<\/p>\n

Clay holds a BA from Trinity College and an MBA from Columbia University. In between degrees he served as an intelligence officer with the U.S. Navy for six years. For fun, he is an amateur musician and composer, and enjoys sailing on big water whenever possible.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker V<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Matt Smith<\/strong><\/span>
\nTransportation Technology and Mobility<\/span>
\nKimely-Horn<\/span>
\nSouthfield, Michigan, United States<\/span><\/h3>\n

At Kimley-Horn, Matt, based in Southfield, Michigan, is focused on the firm\u2019s emerging technology and ITS practice in the Mid-Atlantic and Midwest regions, while supporting these same efforts nationwide.<\/strong>\u00a0 <\/strong>Matt has 29 years of experience in the transportation technology and mobility industry, including 11 with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) as the statewide ITS Program Manager, where he led the state\u2019s connected and automated vehicle efforts. Matt\u2019s experience in the public and private sectors has focused on the safety of our transportation system users, while enabling technology-based solutions that will improve transportation safety, mobility, and access.<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong>Matt has been continuously engaged with and leading the planning, design and deployment of connected vehicle infrastructure and applications since 2005, beginning with the USDOT Proof-of-Concept test in Oakland County, Michigan, with the Michigan Department of Transportation.\u00a0 Mr. Smith is currently the chair of the Connected and Automated Vehicle Standing Committee of the Institute of Transportation Engineers.\u00a0 He is a graduate of Penn State.<\/p>\n

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EV Charging Infrastructure Panel<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n

October 12, Thursday, 3:00 – 4:30 pm<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Panel Chair:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Kush Shah
\n<\/strong>Chief Executive Officer, Global Organizational Excellence Solutions LLC (GOES)<\/span>
\nGM Fellow, ASQ Fellow, SSMBB, DFSS MBB, Shainin Red X Master, Design Thinking Coach, ASQ-CMQ\/OE, CSSBB, CQE, CQA, CBA<\/span>
\nMichigan, USA<\/span><\/h3>\n

Kush Shah is globally recognized for his expertise, professionalism and outstanding contributions to the field of quality. He has a proven track record for developing strategies \/ quality systems \/ methodologies and solving tough quality problems. He has demonstrated his unwavering dedication in advancement of organizational excellence by introducing strategies and quality concepts for many organizations and individuals that resulted in a significant improvement in performance and customer experience. He has trained and coached thousands of individuals at all levels of organizations across a variety of businesses globally.<\/p>\n

Kush is the CEO of Global Organizational Excellence Solutions which is training and consulting with their clients, manufacturing and service organizations, hands-on and side-by-side to achieve their strategic and operational goals and objectives through the innovative application of Organizational Excellence principles, methods, and integrated problem-solving tools.<\/p>\n

Kush retired from General Motors after 37 years of employment and his last position was Senior Manager, Operational Excellence with responsibilities of coaching and training top leadership to front line employees in continuous improvement methodologies globally. Completed Operational Excellence projects have an impact of over $1 Billion globally. He has held leadership positions in manufacturing, ME, R&D and quality functions. Kush has received the Chairman\u2019s Honor Award, People Make Quality Happen Award, Quality Driver Award and GM Trade Secret Award. He has also co-authored a US Patent which has led to commercial application.<\/p>\n

Kush has received many prestigious awards for his contribution to the field of quality and organizational excellence including the Subir Chowdhury Medal of Quality Leadership \u2013 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and the Gold Award \u2013 the Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD). He has received the Distinguished Service Award from American Society of Quality (ASQ) Detroit Section along with the Koth Award and Jarvis Award from the ASQ Automotive Division for his leadership and contribution to these organizations. He also received the ASQ Testimonial Award for his outstanding leadership and distinguished service to the Society. Kush is recognized as an ASQ Fellow and GM Fellow.<\/p>\n

He has been a speaker at many global conferences. His contribution to improve healthcare quality has been featured in the Detroit Free Press. He is a well reputed Design Thinking coach and has run Design Thinking workshops in India, Korea, Mexico, Israel, Philippines and US which has resulted in innovative solutions and patents from the participants. He is currently working with Oakland School District to teach Design Thinking to teachers and High School students.<\/p>\n

Kush has received Bachelor of Science \u2013 Mechanical Engineering from Maharaja Sayajirao University, Vadodara, India and Master of Science \u2013 Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan \u2013 Ann Arbor. Kush holds many certifications including Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Design for Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Shainin Red X Master, Certified Manager of Quality \/ Organizational Excellence, Certified Quality Engineer, Certified Quality Auditor, Certified Biomedical Auditor.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker I<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Dr. Morteza Nazari-Heris <\/strong>(Senior Member, IEEE<\/em>) <\/span>
\nAssistant Professor of Electrical Energy Systems <\/span>
\nLawrence Technological University<\/span>
\nSouthfield, Michigan<\/span><\/h3>\n

Dr. Morteza Nazari-Heris <\/strong>(Senior Member, IEEE<\/em>) is Assistant Professor of Electrical Energy Systems at Lawrence Technological University. Prior to joining Lawrence Tech, he worked as Graduate Research Assistant in Areas of National Need at Pennsylvania State University and earned his Ph.D. specializing in energy systems. During his graduate studies at Pennsylvania State University, he performed projects on future, flexible, equitable, and robust networks of charging stations for high adoption of electric vehicles, application of machine learning and deep learning methods to energy systems, and sustainable design of buildings with renewable energy sources and energy storage facilities. He has also obtained B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University of Tabriz, where he worked on design and performance analysis of zero energy building, residential load energy management, and multi-carrier energy systems. Dr. Nazari-Heris has an academic background in the techno-economic-socio analysis of critical infrastructure including the transportation system sector and energy sector, life-cycle analysis, and research. During his time as Assistant Professor and Research Assistant in the past 11 years, he has delivered 3 research projects, and to date, he has 63 technical journal publications, 28 conference proceedings, and 28 book chapters in his academic records. In the past decade, he has had a strong background working as a researcher in universities in different countries working on several small-scale projects, which were revolved around the power network in different regions, short-term and long-term planning, and optimal energy management systems considering demand and generation side management, load forecasting, optimal power flow, dynamic pricing, sensitivity analysis, and market mechanism design. Dr. Nazari-Heris is an expert in transportation electrification, and energy systems with a focus on developing tools for the intelligent, sustainable, and resilient transportation system sector and energy sector, infrastructure systems, communities, and cities. His main areas of interest are energy system operation, energy management, sustainability, zero-energy Buildings, transportation electrification, electric vehicles, microgrids, multi-carrier energy systems, renewables, and energy storage technologies.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker II<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Saif Siddique
\n<\/strong>Engineering Manager
\nPower Electronics\/ Power Converter<\/span>
\nStellantis<\/span>
\nAuburn Hills, Michigan<\/span><\/h3>\n

As a technology leader, executing STELLANTIS electrification strategy to deliver exciting, class leading ZERO EMISSION vehicles for the iconic brands that offer advanced technology at affordable prices for global customers. Leading robust design for high voltage charging system, power converters with a high-level flexibility, in addition to component sharing across platforms, reduce complexity and deliver economies of scale, with each platform capable of supporting production to offer the most efficient solution for each vehicle category, from city-cars to pickup trucks, commercial vehicles and SUVs.<\/p>\n

Global experience in engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and strategy development. Successfully launched numerous global programs with \u201cDetroit Big Three\u201d automakers. Managing high-volume manufacturing products including Power electronics, Electric drive system, HV battery system components, and vehicle integration.<\/p>\n

Saif has a very diverse academic background. He has received a Bachelor in Agricultural Engineering, Masters of Science major in Rural Electrification, he also completed bachelor\u2019s in mechanical engineering from University of Michigan-Flint. Saif is currently serving as a member of the UM-Flint Engineering Industrial Advisory Board (EIAB).<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker III<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Dr. George Pappas<\/span>
\n<\/strong>Assistant Professor & Director, MSAI graduate program<\/span>
\nElectrical + Computer Engineering<\/span>
\nLawrence Technological University<\/span>
\nSouthfield, Michigan, USA<\/span><\/h3>\n

Over 10 years of teaching, research, and work experience in embedded systems and high-performance computing. I am currently the director of the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) program. Research projects included being a Principal investigator (PI) for a DENSO grant in machine vision safety systems in vehicles titled \u201cIntelligent Smart Real-Time Vision (ISRTV) as an Embedded System for Advanced Applications\u201d. <\/em>Also currently being a co-PI working on a Minimal Viable Product (MVP) Contextualizer that incorporates AI and software integration for manufacturing integration for Stefanini. Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Autonomous vehicles, employs machine-learning techniques to collect, analyze, and transfer data for a safer driving experience. Also, investigate encryption and optimization algorithms and security of the transfer of electronic medical data using wireless cellular communication systems for evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients in remote locations. Some additional research interests are Artificial Intelligence (AI) within radiology, specifically computerized tomography (CT) image reconstruction. Precise data analytics for pathology images. Virtual Reality (VR) in medical applications, Artificial Intelligence (AI) to aid diagnostics, Telemedicine, Medical and Health Informatics, Wireless implantable sensors, and biomedical Transducers.<\/p>\n

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Diversity and Inclusion Panel sponsored by Ford Motor Company\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

October 12, Thursday, 4:30 – 6:00 pm<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Panel Chair:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Professor Donald M. Reimer
\n<\/strong>President, The Small Business Strategy Group,\u00a0Detroit, Michigan, USA<\/span>
\nAdjunct Faculty \u2013 A. Leon Linton Department of Mechanical Engineering<\/span>
\nLawrence Technological University,\u00a0Southfield, Michigan, USA<\/span>
\nDirector, Membership and Chapter Development, IEOM Society<\/span><\/h3>\n

Donald M. Reimer is an adjunct faculty at the A. Leon Linton Department of Mechanical Engineering in College of Engineering at Lawrence Tech in Southfield, Michigan. He coordinates the Certificate of Entrepreneurial Engineering Skills. Mr. Reimer holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Management from Lawrence Technological University and a Master of Arts degree in Political Science from University of Detroit\/Mercy. He is a Certified Management Consultant with over 35 years of experience in working with closely-held businesses. He has taught courses in entrepreneurship, strategic management, corporate entrepreneurship and innovation for engineers. Mr. Reimer is a member of the Lawrence Tech Kern Campus Committee, Coordinator of the Lawrence Tech Innovation Encounter. He is faculty Advisor of the Collegiate Entrepreneurs\u2019 Organization. Mr. Reimer serves as a Kern Fellow of The Kern Family Foundation, Co-Direct of the Coleman Fellows Program, member of the National Collegiate Entrepreneurs\u2019 Organization Faculty Advisory Council and is a member of the American Society of Engineering Education.<\/p>\n

He has operated his own consulting company \u2013 The Small Business Strategy Group for 23 years. He published numerous articles on small business, entrepreneurship and strategic thinking. He has received several awards and recognition by local, state and federal agencies for his work in entrepreneurship and minority business development. Mr. Reimer served as member of the Minority Economic Development Committee of New Detroit. Mr. Reimer is member of the Small Business Advisory Council of the Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Reimer is a member of Advisory Board of the Milwaukee Junction Small Business Assistance Center. He is also a member of the Applied Innovation Alliance. Mr. Reimer serves as a KEEN Fellow for The Kern Family Foundation and is a member of United States Association of Small Business and Entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker I<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Dr. Muhammad Sohail Ahmed<\/strong><\/span>
\nProfessor of Engineering Management<\/span>
\nGameAbove College of Engineering & Technology<\/span>
\nEastern Michigan University<\/span>
\nYpsilanti, Michigan<\/span><\/h3>\n

Muhammad Sohail Ahmed is a Professor in Engineering Management at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, Michigan. He received B.E degree in 1986 from N.E.D University of Engineering and Technology and MS (Mechanical Engineering, 1991), MS (Manufacturing Engineering, 1996) and Ph.D. (1999) degrees from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. From 1990-1993 Dr. Ahmed worked for Ford Motor Company as a Computer-aided Engineering (CAE) application engineer working on Electric vehicle and on FEA for frontal crash design. From 1994 to 1999 Dr. Ahmed worked as a Research Associate\/Scientist at Wayne State University\u2019s Department of Industrial Engineering, on four automotive research grants \u2013 worth 8 million dollars \u2013 funded by National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) in the area of dimensional control, reliability, problem solving, decision making and auto body digital virtual build. From 1999-2008 Dr. Ahmed was the manager for Wayne State University BS Manufacturing Engineering program at Focus HOPE, a civil rights organization in Detroit. Dr. Ahmed\u2019s research work is in the area of decision support system, knowledge management, new product development, learning organization, lean and quality systems, project management and engineering education. Dr. Ahmed also worked on the National Science Foundation\u2019s (NSF) Manufacturing Education grant to Greenfield Coalition as a researcher and subject matter expert. He worked on the development of web based manufacturing engineering curriculum and course.<\/p>\n

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Panel Speaker II<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Caryn Reed-Hendon, Ph.D.<\/strong> <\/span>
\nDirector of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion <\/span>
\nLawrence Technological University<\/span>
\nSouthfield, Michigan<\/span><\/h3>\n

Caryn Reed-Hendon, Ph.D. is the Founding Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Lawrence Technological University. At LTU, she is responsible for the daily operations of the Office for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and works in support of the President, the Provost, the Board of Trustees, the Dean of Students, and the University Human Resources.<\/p>\n

Dr. Reed-Hendon has twenty years of higher education experience, specifically in the areas of Student Affairs, with a focus on mentorship, pipeline\/pathways programs, and JEDI professional development. She has co-authored and contributed to the greater discussion of diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM and higher education. She has served in leadership for a number of professional and educational committees, and collaboratively presented on diversity, equity, and inclusion issues in higher education at regional, national, and international conferences. Dr. Reed-Hendon\u2019s memberships include Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., National Association of Minority Medical Educators, National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education, Queens Collective, International Leadership Association, King Chavez Parks Future Faculty Fellows, and NASPA: Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education.<\/p>\n

Dr. Reed-Hendon obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and her Master of Arts Degree from Eastern Michigan University. She earned her Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Oakland University in 2013.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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