How Global Epicenter of Mobility (GEM) Powered the Rise of LARA
The Detroit Region has long been the global hub of mobility innovation. Today, that legacy continues through bold founders, breakthrough technologies, and a deeply interconnected ecosystem working together to move ideas from inspiration to impact. One powerful example...
Redefining Mobility: Why Mobility Innovation Now Lives at the Intersection of Technology and Infrastructure
For generations, mobility was defined by what we could see and touch. Cars, trucks, buses, trains, ships, and airplanes were the symbols of progress, freedom, and economic growth. When people talked about moving goods or traveling from one place to another, the focus...
Vehicles of The Future: Bernard Swiecki Of Detroit Regional Partnership On Leading Edge Technologies That Are Making Cars & Trucks Smarter, Safer, and More Sustainable
Originally published by Authority Magazine As a part of our series about “Vehicles Of The Future: Leading Edge Technologies That Are Making Cars & Trucks Smarter, Safer, and More Sustainable” we had the pleasure of interviewing Bernard Swiecki. Bernard Swiecki is...
Jeannine Gant of The Detroit Regional Partnership On How We Can Increase Women’s Engagement in Leadership and Management
Originally published by Authority Magazine As a part of this series, we had the pleasure of interviewing Jeannine Gant. Jeannine Gant serves as the Mobility Engagement Officer for the Global Epicenter of Mobility (GEM), housed at the Detroit Regional Partnership,...
Global Epicenter of Mobility Sets the Table for 2026 with Launch of New Podcast
‘The Mobility Table’ Will Foster Connectivity and Share Knowledge from Across the Detroit Mobility Ecosystem DETROIT, January 26, 2026 – The Global Epicenter of Mobility (GEM), a signature initiative created by the Detroit Regional Partnership (DRP) to foster the...
Global Epicenter of Mobility Launches Road to 2030 Initiative
Global Epicenter of Mobility Launches Road to 2030 Initiative Modules will expand insights into mobility technologies and sectors with greatest economic growth potential for the Detroit Region between now and 2030 DETROIT, June 9, 2025 – The Global Epicenter of...
Creating Connections and Expanding the Lane
How GEM is helping Detroit’s mobility ecosystem grow through new relationships, shared insight, and expanded access You’ve probably heard the saying, “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” At GEM, we believe it’s both — and something more. In a complex,...
GEM Q&A: The Detroit Auto Show and 2025 Mobility Trends
The Detroit Auto Show returns to its traditional January timeframe this year, setting the stage for what’s to come in the world of automotive mobility throughout 2025. Ahead of the event, we sat down with Bernard Swiecki, GEM vice president of mobility and research.... Global Epicenter of Mobility Drives Positive Impact on Detroit Region; Securing Mobility Industry Investment, Growth in 2024
GEM celebrates second year achievements at annual meeting on Monday, Oct. 21 DETROIT, October 21, 2024 – After a year of planning and preparation in 2023, the Global Epicenter of Mobility (GEM), a signature program of the Detroit Regional Partnership (DRP) designed...