Podcasts about mobility innovation

Overdrive: From Smart Crossings to Smarter Cars — AI, CES Innovations and the Soul of Driving Short Summary In this episode of Overdrive, David Brown and Paul Murrell explore how artificial intelligence is changing pedestrian safety, urban mobility, and vehicle technologies. From AI-powered pedestrian crossings in Ohio to inclusive transport innovations at CES 2026, they reflect on the evolving relationship between humans and machines. They also share motoring stories, review the GWM Haval H7, and reminisce about the good (and bad) old days of car parks, rallies, and real driver training. Feature Stories Artificial Intelligence Improving Pedestrian Safety David Brown and Paul Murrell open the program with a discussion about how artificial intelligence is beginning to reshape everyday road infrastructure. A notable example is an AI-enabled pedestrian crossing system trialled in Dublin, Ohio. Known as the Securus soffit system, it uses sensors and adaptive lighting to detect pedestrians approaching a crossing and then illuminates the area to alert drivers. When no one is present, the lights dim to reduce light pollution and energy use. Beyond immediate safety benefits, the system gathers data on pedestrian movements that can help planners better understand how people use roads and crossings. David and Paul see this as an example of technology quietly improving safety without relying solely on driver behaviour. They also refer to similar monitoring technology used in coastal New South Wales to detect if fishermen are swept from rocks, illustrating how sensor systems can support safety in many environments. Mobility Innovation at CES 2026 The conversation moves to the CES 2026 technology expo, where mobility and transport solutions played a larger role than traditional consumer gadgets. David highlights how the event showcased innovations designed to improve accessibility and integrate different transport modes. Examples included AI-assisted wheelchairs, advanced e-bike systems and digital platforms designed to better link public transport with private mobility options. These developments emphasise “first-mile and last-mile” transport solutions, helping people reach public transport more easily. Paul and David welcome this focus on inclusivity but note that technology alone cannot fix poorly designed transport systems. Without coordination between planners, engineers and policymakers, even the best innovations risk becoming isolated solutions rather than part of a coherent mobility network. Engineering, Regulation and Cultural Perspectives The hosts also reflect on an idea raised in Dan Wang's book Breakneck, which suggests that China's rapid infrastructure development is partly driven by a culture dominated by engineers, while the United States is more influenced by legal and regulatory structures. While acknowledging that strong regulatory frameworks can slow projects, David and Paul argue that purely technocratic decision-making can ignore social consequences. They point to examples such as controversial policies in China that demonstrate the risks of pursuing efficiency without broader societal consideration. Their conclusion is that successful transport development requires a balance between engineering ambition and thoughtful governance. Recognising Contributions to Transport and Heritage The program pauses to recognise individuals who have made meaningful contributions to transport and community life. The late Brian Willoughby is remembered for helping preserve Rouse Hill House in Sydney's west by influencing road planning decisions in the 1990s. His work demonstrated that determined individuals within government can shape infrastructure decisions in ways that protect cultural heritage. Another acknowledgement goes to Rob McInerney, appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia for his leadership in the International Road Assessment Programme (iRAP). Through data-driven road safety strategies, iRAP helps governments prioritise investments that reduce road trauma and improve infrastructure design worldwide. Driving Skills and the Changing Culture of Motoring David and Paul then reflect on the evolution of driving skills. Recalling older cars and rally driving experiences, they note how earlier vehicles demanded far more driver involvement, often with poor lighting, heavy steering and limited braking performance. These stories lead to a critique of modern driver training, which they believe often lacks practical scenario-based learning. Skills such as handling a skid, recovering from dropping a wheel off the road or performing emergency braking are rarely taught in depth. While modern driver-assistance systems improve safety, the hosts argue that awareness, judgement and real experience remain vital. Road Test: GWM Haval H7 Hybrid The episode concludes with a review of the GWM Haval H7 Hybrid, a mid-size SUV priced at around $47,000 drive-away. Positioned as a more premium alternative to the Haval H6, the H7 features a refined interior, improved styling and hybrid efficiency. Although its rugged design suggests off-road capability, the vehicle is front-wheel drive only. Despite this limitation, David and Paul find the car comfortable, well equipped and competitively priced. Thoughtful climate controls, a practical layout and a smooth hybrid drivetrain contribute to a strong overall impression. As Chinese manufacturers continue to expand their presence in Australia, vehicles like the Haval H7 demonstrate how competitive pricing and improved quality are reshaping the local automotive market.

In this podcast Hubert speaks to Glidance, as he finds out the latest updates about a very anticipated mobility aid from the company, who has been working with the blind and partially sighted community throughout the process of development. 

Are you interested in affordable housing? What do you think about innovation in mobility? How can we create utilise the already existing city fabric for better urban futures? Trailer for episode 374 - interview with Manfred Schrenk, Director of Competence Center of Urban and Regional Planning. We will talk about his vision for the future of cities, affordable housing, migration, smart cities, mobility innovation, and many more. Find out more in the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠episode⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Episode generated with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Descript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ assistance (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠affiliate link⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠).Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lesfm ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode we talk about green mobility and how Femi is innovating with new alternatives for transportation.

Ian shares the back story on how the 27,000-acre, master-planned development by Hillwood turned into Alliance, TX (a global logistics hub that has generated more than 66,000 jobs and an estimated $130B in regional economic impact!), why the Mobility Innovation Zone (MIZ) was stood up within Alliance to connect, “people, places, and ideas that push innovation forward in surface and air mobility”, how the MIZ has driven outsized impact into advancing autonomous vehicle innovation and testing through a dual focus on both public and private collaboration, and finally a mobility trends outlook from his exposure both at the MIZ and his collaboration with the Perot Jain VC team.  

Rick Sherak, CEO of Exokinetics, shares his incredible journey from serving as an Air Force officer to leading a company that develops transformative mobility devices. He discusses the importance of leadership, sales psychology, and creating compassionate company culture. Rick's passion shines through as he recounts heartwarming stories of how Exokinetics' Zeen device has profoundly improved the lives of people with mobility challenges, including children with cerebral palsy.   Guest links: https://gozeen.com/ | https://vimeo.com/1011399920 | https://vimeo.com/856975581/9994ad1cb8?share=copy Charity supported: Project ELEVATE Mobility Interested in being a guest on the show or have feedback to share? Email us at theleadingdifference@velentium.com.  PRODUCTION CREDITS Host: Lindsey Dinneen Editing: Marketing Wise Producer: Velentium   EPISODE TRANSCRIPT Episode 053 - Rick Sherak [00:00:00] Lindsey Dinneen: Hi, I'm Lindsey and I'm talking with MedTech industry leaders on how they change lives for a better world. [00:00:09] Diane Bouis: The inventions and technologies are fascinating and so are the people who work with them. [00:00:15] Frank Jaskulke: There was a period of time where I realized, fundamentally, my job was to go hang out with really smart people that are saving lives and then do work that would help them save more lives. [00:00:28] Diane Bouis: I got into the business to save lives and it is incredibly motivating to work with people who are in that same business, saving or improving lives. [00:00:38] Duane Mancini: What better industry than where I get to wake up every day and just save people's lives. [00:00:42] Lindsey Dinneen: These are extraordinary people doing extraordinary work, and this is The Leading Difference. Hello and welcome back to another episode of The Leading Difference podcast. I'm your host, Lindsey, and I am so excited to introduce you to my guest today, Rick Sherak. After serving as an Air Force officer, Rick spent over 25 years in the medical diagnostic industry as a commercial and product development executive. Leveraging his broad leadership and medical domain experience, he became CEO of Exokinetics in March 2024 to lead the company into its next expansion phase of market awareness and revenue growth.  Alrighty. Well, welcome, Rick, to the show. Thank you so much for joining me today. I'm so excited to speak with you. [00:01:30] Rick Sherak: Well, it's nice to meet you, Lindsey, and I'm glad to speak with you today as well. Should be fun. [00:01:36] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Excellent. Well, I would love if you would start by sharing a little bit about yourself and your background and what led you to MedTech. [00:01:45] Rick Sherak: Sure. Well, so I currently live just outside of Philadelphia with my wife and our four dogs. We just recently moved here from Boston, so we've had to quickly become Philadelphia Eagles fans. Go birds. We love it here. And my background is kind of interesting, a little bit diverse. I started off my career as an Air Force officer. I tried to follow my dad in his fighter pilot footsteps. Got almost there, but I had a medical disqualification, so I had to do a land based job, but really enjoyed the Air Force. It was a great way to pay for my college and to serve my country and also to learn leadership. It was like a masterclass in leadership. Talking about getting thrown into the leadership fire, and as a young 22 year old, lead a group of people on a mission, motivate everyone, and get everyone producing at their highest capacity. So that was a great way to start. But after I got out of the Air Force, I really wanted to go back to my roots, and that's in the sciences. I've always loved the sciences, especially the biological sciences. I have a degree in biological science from Baylor University. So out of the military, I was looking for an opportunity to use my interest in something that would support my family. So I started with Abbott Laboratories. And Abbott Laboratories, back in the day, was a Fortune 100 company, one of the up and coming medtech companies, had a pharmaceutical arm, but I belonged to the medical diagnostics side of it. And it was great. They, at the time, were hiring a bunch of ex military officers to be their field sales people and none of us knew how to sell. We were all out of either the Air Force, Army, Navy or Marines, but we learned quick. We understood, you know, there's the hill we have to take, but I really respected Abbott because they trained us not only how to sell, but how to sell with integrity, right? And they also, you know, they had 200 products that we had to learn and become masters at because we were selling to hospitals and medical laboratory clinicians, etcetera. But it was a great way to start my career, and I truly found that I loved it. One, I enjoyed the sales aspect. It was fun helping people solve problems with our products, and ultimately, help the patients get the best care right from their diagnostics. But two, it also taught me that I was pretty good at it. I did very well at Abbott. I promoted several times and won some national awards. And as a result, I was recruited away by another medtech company, which was a early stage organization called Ventana Medical Systems. I intended to be there for three years and learn everything I could and then expand my career. I was there for 15 years. And we had a ball. We took this little medical diagnostic company that came up with a transformative device that would automate very complicated processes in the pathology laboratory environment. So it was disruptive technology. We were going out there with something no one had ever seen before. And I joined them pre IPO. So we went public and then we started churning and burning and impressing Wall Street every quarter so that we can up our value. 15 short years later we sold the company to Roche Diagnostics. So what a great exit and just a wonderful experience and developing my leadership cause I was management as I quickly was filling levels as we were growing. But what a wonderful ride, that's something to see, somebody with an early vision to take it step by step to a wonderful exit. But we helped a lot of people, we became a market leader in immunohistochemistry automation, and it just truly was a great experience. But after Ventana, I wanted to do something a little different. So I stepped into the world of startups. I spent about 12 years in the startup world, worked for four startups, two of which died, which happens a lot in that environment. And then the other couple did pretty well. I really enjoyed it because now I was helping people on the oncology diagnostic side of medtech. So each startup had a unique laboratory technology that would better predict the patient outcome to a particular chemotherapy or targeted immunotherapy for their cancer. So, the whole purpose was to see how can we get better predictive value so that these patients don't have to suffer unnecessarily with the wrong drug. So that, again, was just a wonderful opportunity for me because more than not, I would come into these startups and have to create the commercial organization from scratch. That means I had to hire my own national sales team, my own marketing team, my own customer service team and logistics team to handle very delicate samples. But I loved it. It, it enabled me to take everything I learned from the air force, from Abbott, from Ventana and apply it to a small company environment. And I found that it was addictive, and that's why I stayed in it for many years. But then I did another turn and I took a sidestep because I loved also, has always been kind of a frustrated engineer. I joined an engineering company that just focused on design development of medical devices, and they hired me because of my diagnostic domain experience. And I went out and found early stage companies and brought them to this engineering firm so we could take the novel technologies from these companies and make them into a product that could be commercialized. So I did that for several years. Long story short today, I'm in a completely different type of medical device environment. I'm the CEO of Exokinetics, and Exokinetics is a very unique organization in that we decided to look at the mobility device market and fill the gap, because unfortunately people with mobility challenges are basically regulated to either wheelchairs or walkers or electronic scooters, all of which have significant problems to their health because they're not using their body in many cases. And fall prevalence-- people with walkers-- oh, it's just such a shame. There's over 50, 000 emergency room visits a year of people falling with their walkers. So anyways, Exokinetics has developed a very unique mobility device that gives people a lot more freedom. and safety in their daily challenges with mobility. So, sorry, it's kind of long. [00:08:44] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh, I loved it. No, I so appreciate it. Thank you for talking us through all of that. That was great. And so many questions, but I'll try to start at the end a little bit and then probably work my way back. But yeah, so, okay. So I'd love to hear more about the company that you are now involved in and this device. But I'd love to take it back a little bit further and say, what made you aware of this challenge existing that there isn't a great solution in the marketplace, or not maybe more updated options. So what made you aware of that challenge and then decide, "Okay, I think I have the tools, resources, ideas to fix it, to address it"? [00:09:25] Rick Sherak: It's a great question. I, one, I was not aware, right? I was not aware of the challenges. However, a buddy of mine, we go to the same church, you know, we're in a men's group, we're a bunch of old guys hanging out talking about stuff. And he was doing some investment investing into early stage or startup medical diagnostic companies. A very generous individual, and he knew of my background and he goes, "Rick," he goes, "I'm looking at this company. I'm not sure I want to invest, but maybe you can look at it with me." So I did some free consulting for him, he's my friend. And then he kept dragging me to this company to their board meetings. Right. And I'm going, "Hey, this is great," and I give him my advice because, because it was new for me. And that's how I found out, Lindsey, about the challenges that people with mobility issues have, is that the status quo now is, oh, you have Parkinson's, or you have cerebral palsy, or you've had a stroke. Put those people in a wheelchair and just let them live their life at that level. And I didn't realize how horrible that is for many of these people because they still have utility of their legs, right? But when you're confined to a wheelchair for long term, your legs will naturally atrophy, right? And become so weak that they won't be able to use them anymore. So what struck me, as mission driven, was that this company invented with their own engineers, this device that not only promotes people with mobility issues to use their body, but to use their body effectively moving around horizontally around the world, but also vertically. It enables them to go from a seated position to a standing position. And for us, for you and I, we're thinking, "Well, yeah that's pretty good." For them, that is a game changer being able to go from seated position to standing and then walk from that position all without the fear of falling. So, it really touched my heart as I learned more and more about the company and I kept giving more and more time to them. So eventually I was pulled aside and they said, "Rick, what's your appetite for running this company because we need to grow it and we need to get out there and help more people." So lo and behold, I've been here for almost a year. February 1st is my anniversary and it's been a great ride. I just love it. I have a passionate team, mostly of young people. I love it. I couldn't script better people, more compassionate, more caring. All of our customers are suffering in some way or another. Even our elderly customers that are just bad knees, bad hips, bad endurance, our device is perfect for them. So, yeah, you know, we're having fun. [00:12:27] Lindsey Dinneen: That's great. Well, yeah. Thanks for sharing a little bit about that too. And so, as you've stepped into this leadership role that you weren't necessarily anticipating was your next right thing, what were some of the challenges? Because you've had an amazing career, and like you've said at the beginning, you were learning leadership skills all throughout and you've had many iterations of different ways of approaching medtech, with the industry. But now as CEO, that's another thing. And so I'm curious, how was that transition to step into this leadership role and take it on? [00:13:03] Rick Sherak: No. And it has been different in many ways, but it's also very similar in others, right? Because in my opinion, leadership, really the definition from my perspective is that a good leader motivates effectively a group of people, talented people, and usually very diverse group of people, pulls them all together to accomplish an overall mission or goal, right? And it's it. That's the part I wouldn't say that's easy about my job now as a CEO, but it's natural and I love motivating my people. I'm a big fan of management by walking around and I try to talk to all my employees at least every day or every other day just to see what's going on, not only in the business side of things, but also in their personal side of things. I, I assume that nobody's going to respect me unless I earn it. And, I just wanna make sure that I'm leading by example and I'm the guy that either gets to the office first or leaves the office last, just trying to make sure that I'm there for my people when they need me. What is different, Lindsey, is that I am struggling with delegation because I want to do it all myself, right? And I know better. It takes me a long time to dye this hair white because I'm not that old, but just know better. But it's a struggle because you have to allow others to get things done and especially in a small company like this. We were still very early stage. People are wearing a lot of hats and I just have to allow them to go and give them the best guidance I can and then press on to the next thing, right? [00:14:49] Lindsey Dinneen: Absolutely. So, it sounds like you've been very intentional building a company culture that reflects the values that you care about, of course, and also reflects compassion, because you mentioned, your customers, for instance, are all folks that are in a difficult, challenging place. So how do you feel the importance blends from really intentionally cultivating a culture that is this empathic, creative problem solving, just really good culture, it sounds like, to how that affects how you basically present to the world who you are. [00:15:28] Rick Sherak: Yeah, well, no, that's a great question. So where our challenge is that our customer base is so broad, right? And like you said, all of our customers in our DTC business-- that's about 40 percent of our business is direct to consumer, right? But we have other customers, distributors. We have hospitals that use our device, physical therapy, occupational therapy, neurological research, you know, things like that. But the key, I think, from our perspective, is we want people to realize that, hey, we don't have 20 products, right, that we've gotten from other folks. We have designed and developed a very new and transformative device that only came about because we had our own internal engineers, and we've listened to what is needed out there to help people live a better, more free, more independent and active lifestyle. So, you know, interestingly, when we broadcast ourselves out there, I hope that people realize that, "Wow, this is not just a company selling something new, they design and develop this with their own people," right? There's a lot of love in our products, and people can tell because each one of our products is handmade, and it's customized to the individual ordering it by their weight, how much they weigh, and how tall they are, so we can adjust everything for them. And I tell you it's a lot of fun because some people literally take the time when they get their Zeen-- that's the name of our product, Zeen-- but they'll write us these wonderful notes on how this device has just transformed the way that they engage with their world. And, when you sit back and you go, "Hey, what difference are we making today?" Wow. That's why I think I have such a motivated group of people because every day we're talking to these wonderful, courageous individuals that have lost a big part of their ability to live effectively in the world and they're looking for something new, something meaningful and something that's going to help them. And when we can provide that it's just wonderful, very rewarding. [00:17:52] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah. Of course. Just to know the impact that you're making and able to make. And so the days that get really tough or frustrating or whatever, you can still hold onto this anchor of, "But we're making a difference. We know that." [00:18:07] Rick Sherak: And we see it. We have visitors come to the factory just about every week. Maybe two or three visitors will come and they'll try it out. Try out the Zeen to say, "Hey, I saw it on social media, just want to try it. You guys are local." And that's when we really get that, that visceral customer experience, right? It's just crazy, Lindsey. I've seen people come in, bent over sitting on this little electric scooter with a joystick. And they come in and they just look broken, right? And then we get them into a Zeen, and then they're all of a sudden their spine starting to straighten, right? They start sitting up, and then we slowly and compassionately show them how the device works and everything, but we make sure that they feel safe and that they trust. And as soon as we get that go ahead, which often you just see it in their eyes, then we'll engage the levers and the Zeen will lift that person with-- it's kind of like a big bicycle seat under them. It lifts up with this non motorized lift mechanism, that we invented, up to 75 percent of a person's body weight. So now they go from the seating position to standing. Now, many of these people can't do that on their own. They can't extend their legs from seating to standing. They need other people to grab them and lift them, right? But now Zeen lifts them. Now they're standing. And again, it's just phenomenal because this person that came in on this scooter bent over is now standing. They're putting weight on their legs. They're stimulating their brain because there's weight on their legs. Right now, neural connections are starting to flow again, and their spine straightens, and they stand tall, and when they take those first steps, often it's very slow, just tiny little steps. But then we just leave them be, and we talk to their family that came with them, and we go get something to drink, get some snacks, start chatting, and just let them be. And it's amazing, you can just see their brains working, and their legs moving faster and faster. I've seen people barely moving at the beginning, and at the end, they're cruising, we call it the lap, they go around the office, around all the desks and everything, and everybody's clapping, you know. It's amazing. [00:20:28] Lindsey Dinneen: Wow. [00:20:28] Rick Sherak: It's so cool! I'm not trying to overstate it, but this is our daily life. So I'm just very happy and pleased that my background has led me here. It's a great way to finish my career. I want to stay here for as long as I can. Hopefully it'll be many years because I enjoy every day of it. [00:20:52] Lindsey Dinneen: Wow. That's incredible. Yeah, and thank you for sharing those stories. I was just imagining that, that laugh and how amazing. [00:21:00] Rick Sherak: It is so cool. [00:21:03] Lindsey Dinneen: Can't possibly get old. Just witnessing joy and hope, honestly, even hope alone is... [00:21:10] Rick Sherak: One of the best is this father comes in with his twin boys. And the boys have cerebral palsy. It's a disease that you get from birth, right? And their legs are just not good. They have no balance at all. And the father brings them in. He carries them because they don't even have a mobility device that really works for them, except for walkers, like an old person walker, right? But he carries them in, he puts them on the, in the lobby, and we bring over the Zeens, and these little boys are the cutest things you've ever seen. They're just, they're twins, they're chatty, they're so excited. We get them into the device, and their first few steps, it's like I said before, we're just tiny, tiny. But then they built their trust. And at the end of the visit, these boys were running. I mean, they were digging in with their little legs, fully supported, fully trusting the device and their hands were in the air waving. And their dad is just like tears. He's just like gushing. He's going, "One, I've never seen my sons run before. Two, they've never moved without their hands either holding a walker or crawling on the floor." He goes, "These boys are running around with their hands in there in the air." And they're saying, "Hey, look, Daddy, my hands are in the air. I don't need to use my hands." Of course, we have Kleenex boxes all over the office. [00:22:36] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. I'm pretty sure you'd have to, it's just part of the the office supplies. [00:22:42] Rick Sherak: Exactly. Yeah. We have a Costco membership for regular shipment of Kleenex. Yeah. [00:22:49] Lindsey Dinneen: That's amazing. Oh, thank you so much for sharing that story. That's incredible... [00:22:53] Rick Sherak: Oh, yeah. [00:22:54] Lindsey Dinneen: ...just for a father's heart. [00:22:56] Rick Sherak: Oh, it's just so amazing. Yeah, it's so amazing. [00:23:00] Lindsey Dinneen: So this is all incredibly exciting just the way it is right now, but I imagine there are future plans. Can you share a little bit about what's next? What are you excited about as you move forward? [00:23:12] Rick Sherak: Well, what's really exciting is our growth potential, right? So again, the Zeen is a very unique device, but it fits so many different segments of populations. Like we've been talking about people with chronic illness. That is our core group, right? We work with people with Parkinson's, MS, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, ataxia, you know, just about anything like that where people have strength, balance, or endurance issues. The other part that we're really excited about this year is that we didn't realize until those boys, how much our Zeen would help in the pediatric environment. So now we're making a very concerted effort going after the children's hospital physical therapy groups, showing them the amazing utility of a Zeen. And also because it's so adjustable, a person, a child can get into a Zeen early, let's say at the age of seven, and it could actually stay and grow with them until they're 14 or 15 years old. The whole thing adjusts up. So we're very excited about that market space. And we're also introducing the Zeen to luxury senior centers, because so many of our Zeen customers are just elderly people that don't want to give up, that have this incredible determination to either maintain or regain their mobility. Their knees hurt, their hips hurt, their endurance is down. So that's another avenue that we're introducing ourselves to, primarily through social media and publications through PR. But we're hoping this new awareness will get more Zeens out there. Our goal is really awareness. And that's one of the reasons that you and I are talking. I want to get out there as much as possible and let people know that there's other alternatives out there for their loved ones or for themselves if they have mobility challenges. And please check us out. We have a really cool website, a lot of videos, a lot of testimonials, and we just love helping people. And we're very fair in business. Our product is not cheap, but we give most customers a 14 day minimum home trial, and we say, "Use it a lot, as much as you can to make sure it's a good fit." If you don't like it, money back. So we try to be as fair as possible to make sure it's a good fit. [00:25:39] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, that sounds good. Yeah. And so for any of our listeners that are, you know, going to go and check out the website, just make sure you have your own stash of Kleenex. Oh man. [00:25:54] Rick Sherak: And every time we sell a Zeen, it comes with a virtual training session. So it's a one on one with one of my specialists. And I tell you, these folks are the best. So the best trainers and they're just the most delightful people, right? And they're like you. They're virtual, but you feel like they're right there with you. So we do virtual training for every one of our customers. And, it gives us that opportunity to see people eye to eye and to ensure that they understand their new tool and how to use it and how to, like I mentioned before, how to trust it, and realize that they're not going to fall, that they can move again, and they can do it safely. [00:26:34] Lindsey Dinneen: Amazing. Well, gosh, thank you so much for sharing about the company and... [00:26:38] Rick Sherak: Yeah. [00:26:39] Lindsey Dinneen: ...the device and the lives that it's impacting. And I just, I love learning about this. I'm so excited about the work that you're doing. So thank you for putting in the work. It's not easy. Startup world is difficult and especially medtech, but you've done it. So good job. [00:26:56] Rick Sherak: Well, and this is also interesting for me because it's manufacturing. Before, I didn't have to manage manufacturing. So manufacturing is a whole different beast with getting your parts, getting them ordered in time 'cause everything has to be built just right. This is like a high end super bike, you know, has the latest in technology for aluminum framing and engineering leverage. So that's a challenge for sure. But the other thing I wanted to plug real quick, Lindsey, if you don't mind, is again, we're a premium priced product, but we're not covered under insurance plans right now. That means Medicare or Medicaid. So, part of our outreach is we've created a foundation. It's a nonprofit foundation so that if we can find donors that want to support, the money goes into our foundation, and we take applicants and we provide grants for up to half the cost of a Zeen through the foundation. The other half is on the people that are trying to buy it. And, it's so interesting. Talking about putting skin in the game, right? People call and say, "Geez, I just can't swing that amount of money." Well, let's talk about the foundation, but you have to come up with half. And that creates such a-- it's such a partnership, and they're so excited. They'll be emailing my folks going, "Hey, I was able to raise 500 through a crowdfund! I just got to keep going!" And we're going, "Yeah, keep going!" And as soon as we hit that halfway mark, the foundation kicks in and covers it. So again, I just want to put a plug out there so that we can help very deserving people that just financially need a little support. Yeah. [00:28:37] Lindsey Dinneen: I love that. So that's a great way for even listeners to get involved, even if they don't necessarily personally need the device, but donating to this incredible cause, that would be awesome too. [00:28:48] Rick Sherak: Anything would be so appreciated. [00:28:50] Lindsey Dinneen: Great. Yes, absolutely. Well, okay. So pivoting the conversation a little bit just for fun. Imagine that you were to be offered a million dollars to teach a master class on anything you want. It can be within your industry currently, it could be about anything. What would you choose to teach? [00:29:13] Rick Sherak: You know, that's funny that you said that. I live right next to Villanova University, and a lot of my neighbors are professors there. And one of our best friends that lives a few houses down she's in the business ethics department. And she even said, she goes, "Rick, have you ever thought about teaching?" And I said, "You know, I've never really been a teacher." But if I were to teach, the thing I would love to do would be to capture over all these years of me being in this industry, the nuances of the psychology of sales. Because people think of sales as, "Oh, you're trying to trick people into buying, right?" Turn that completely upside down to, you're trying to assist people to buy. Because people really, when they're looking at your product, they want it. But they need help. They're counting on you to help them in that process. And it's a psychological bond when you're talking to somebody and you have a product and they have a need and you're trying to find that, that perfect combination, right? So that they feel, "Hey, this is great for me. It's worth every penny because I see the value." Versus having them feel, "Oh man, I'm going to get ripped off." So I would love to go down that path. I think that's so interesting because people are people, and salespeople, the best ones I've ever seen, like I mentioned before, are compassionate and caring, but they're also pleasantly persistent, right? And they just, they go, they listen and they say, "All right, but let's keep moving down the path." And people that are on the buying side truly want that. They want that partnership, that walking side by side down that path to purchase, because sometimes they're not courageous enough to buy just by themselves. So, to destigmatize sales would be kind of fun. [00:31:13] Lindsey Dinneen: I love that. That would be great. That'd be a great masterclass too, just to really dive into some of that, and yeah, to put a different perspective on your role and you're helping somebody to achieve what their goals are, to be honest. [00:31:26] Rick Sherak: Absolutely. [00:31:27] Lindsey Dinneen: I love that. [00:31:28] Rick Sherak: Absolutely. And we've all had those good experiences, and we've all had those bad experiences. [00:31:32] Lindsey Dinneen: Definitely. Definitely. So how do you wish to be remembered after you leave this world? [00:31:40] Rick Sherak: You know, that, that's interesting because I love to read. My morning time is my reading time. That's my time. It's me and my two collies. They're also early risers. The pugs, the two pugs, no, they'll sleep in with their mother. But in my reading and in my studies, essentially, I think it all boils down to at the end of the day, when the curtain starts coming down, wouldn't it be nice, when you're out, you're no longer here and people look back and they just say, "You know what? That guy or that lady really genuinely cared about other people." I think authenticity and being genuine is something I would love to be remembered for. And it's not easy, because sometimes you're not authentic to yourself, yet to others. [00:32:29] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. [00:32:32] Rick Sherak: But especially at this stage in my life, I just see caring for people is just amazing. Talking about, if everybody cared a little bit more for each other, it might be a different place. [00:32:43] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. And having the courage to be authentic and honest can sometimes also be, it does come with a little bit of vulnerability. So I love that. [00:32:55] Rick Sherak: Oh yeah. Oh my gosh. You know, it's all about, if you're just so lucky to have a little bit of grace, a little bit of wisdom, but like you said, a lot of courage. That's when it all means something, right? Cool. Oh. [00:33:10] Lindsey Dinneen: I know. What is one thing that makes you smile every time you see or think about it? [00:33:22] Rick Sherak: Well, you know, funny because we've been talking about leadership and sales. I just got to tell you a quick story because it always makes me smile. As I mentioned before, I was an Air Force officer and all of a sudden I jump out of the Air Force into a sales role with a medical diagnostic company. And, I just went through training. I got assigned to my territory. Baton Rouge, Louisiana. I'm a Colorado boy. So Baton Rouge, Louisiana was a little bit different for me, but the company moved me down there, and I started my sales career. And my, my customers were all hospitals and clinical laboratories in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and the Bayou South, all those little towns in there. And I didn't realize it until after I started, but my territory was made out of the accounts the other sales people didn't want. [00:34:16] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh. [00:34:17] Rick Sherak: So the guys that were there, they cherry pick the good accounts, and the ones they didn't want, they made into my territory, right? The new guy. But I went in, I was dialed in. I had my brochures. I knew all my product knowledge. And I'd make appointments and I'd sit in front of these lab managers and these clinical influencers. And these lovely people, they would sit there. They would be so kind. They'd have their arms crossed. I go through my spiel and then they just look at me and they say, "Thank you, Rick, for coming. I'm not interested at this time." I go, "Okay." So this went on, Lindsey, for six months at every single hospital or clinical laboratory. I was like on the bottom of the sales list. I couldn't get anybody to buy anything. And it was like, it was so funny. And this is what makes me laugh. I'll never forget. I was down in south of Lafayette, and I was sitting in front of this lab manager and I've seen him every three weeks like clock work, right? And I'd always bring in new information, recap what we discussed before, and asked for the business. And he'd always say, "No, I'm not interested." But about six months in, he just looked at me and I got through my spiel. And he goes, "Rick," he goes, "Are you just going to keep showing up every three weeks?" And I said, "Yes, sir." And he says, "Look," and I mean, he's going, "Well, I'm not buying anything from you." And I said, "Yes, sir. But I, I truly feel that my products are the best products that you could use in your laboratory to make you more successful and to give your patients the best diagnostic information to help them fight their disease." Because it was mostly oncology focused. And he just looked at me and he goes, "You truly believe that?" I said, "Yes sir, I truly believe and I'm going to keep coming back until you believe." And he just sits back and he, I'll never forget this, he unfolded his arms, put his hands on the table and he goes, "Well, okay, then let me see what you got." And it was awesome. Lindsey, I swear there was like some underground communication channel because every hospital or clinical laboratory started listening to me after about six months. It was weird. And then another six months, I was on top of the sales rolls, and I had turned my territory around and we were just having a ball. But it was that persistence, it was just in the caring. I just cared. I was convinced my products were better, and he appreciated that. And, it, it was a fun, it makes me smile today because there's nothing like seeing somebody say, "Well, you know what, I trust you enough to listen to you now." [00:37:06] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Wow, that's awesome. They really had to go through that know, like, and trust you cycle or a journey. [00:37:15] Rick Sherak: These are long term Louisianians. I'm coming in as an outsider, too. So that was, I had to prove myself. But they are the one most wonderful people. Before I got promoted out of that territory, I used to show up at least once every, maybe two months, per hospital with all these crawfish and a big old pot and a boiler and I would be out in the parking lot. I'd be boiling crawfish and I called the lab and I'd say, "Hey guys, I got crawfish!" And they go, "Oh, Rick has crawfish!" And they all come out and we'd all eat crawfish. That's how you do it in Louisiana. It was a good time. [00:37:54] Lindsey Dinneen: Very cool. Thank you. Thank you so much for sharing about that. And just in general, being so willing to share so much of your story. I really appreciate it. I loved getting an opportunity to learn about you and your background and your heart for MedTech, your heart for the people that you're serving. So thank you. I know days aren't always a walk in the park as much fun as I know you're having, but I know you have good days and bad days. So thank you again so much for joining me. [00:38:19] Rick Sherak: Thank you, Lindsey. [00:38:20] Lindsey Dinneen: And I just wish you the most continued success as you continue to work to change lives for a better world. And just also thanks to our listeners for tuning in. And if you're feeling as inspired as I am, I'd love it if you'd share this episode with a colleague or two and we'll catch you next time. [00:38:40] Ben Trombold: The Leading Difference is brought to you by Velentium. Velentium is a full-service CDMO with 100% in-house capability to design, develop, and manufacture medical devices from class two wearables to class three active implantable medical devices. Velentium specializes in active implantables, leads, programmers, and accessories across a wide range of indications, such as neuromodulation, deep brain stimulation, cardiac management, and diabetes management. Velentium's core competencies include electrical, firmware, and mechanical design, mobile apps, embedded cybersecurity, human factors and usability, automated test systems, systems engineering, and contract manufacturing. Velentium works with clients worldwide, from startups seeking funding to established Fortune 100 companies. Visit velentium.com to explore your next step in medical device development.

How does a transit-dependent child from Los Angeles become the Chief Mobility Officer for America's automotive heartland?In this episode of Age of Adoption, host Keith Zakheim welcomes Justine Johnson, Chief Mobility Officer for the State of Michigan. Drawing from her extensive background spanning from the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission to Ford Smart Mobility, Johnson provides unique insights into how Michigan is pioneering mobility solutions beyond traditional electric and autonomous vehicles. She discusses the state's expansive approach to mobility—including micromobility, smart roads, and innovations like the multi-state $100 million Mach H2 hydrogen initiative—while emphasizing accessibility and climate resilience.Johnson's fascinating journey from transit-dependent child to mobility leader offers a compelling perspective on transportation's evolution. She articulates how Michigan leverages its automotive heritage to pioneer clean energy transportation solutions, including the Toyota Mobility Foundation's $3 million Sustainable Cities Challenge award. For businesses navigating the climate transition, Johnson's insights illuminate how integrating multiple technologies—from hydrogen infrastructure to drone systems—creates resilient, accessible transportation ecosystems that benefit both industry and communities.Justine Johnson serves as Michigan's Chief Mobility Officer, where she leads the state's advanced mobility initiatives and clean energy transportation strategies. With a robust background spanning from the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission to Ford Motor Company's Mobility division, Johnson brings unique expertise in transportation policy, innovation, and accessibility. Her experience includes launching NYC's Ferry Service, advising the Los Angeles County Aviation Commission, and teaching at USC. Johnson's approach combines her personal understanding of transit dependency with strategic vision, making her a transformative leader in Michigan's mobility ecosystem.In This Episode: (00:02) Introduction of guest Justine Johnson, Michigan's Chief Mobility Officer(02:29) Justine's personal journey with mobility began in childhood(05:22) Experience at NYC Taxi Commission during rideshare disruption(07:12) Transition through various mobility roles to Michigan position(11:03) Justine's Age of Adoption story focusing on individual impact(15:44) Exploring Michigan's hydrogen initiatives and the Mach H2 alliance(18:43) Closing thoughtsShare with someone who would enjoy this topic, like and subscribe to hear all of our future episodes, send us your comments and guest suggestions!About the show: The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of climate tech research and innovation – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously adopting climate solutions - the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups can rise above competitors to lead in this new age. Access more curated content on the subject by visiting, www.ageofadoption.com.This podcast is brought to you by Antenna Group, an award-winning integrated marketing, public relations, public affairs and digital agency that partners with the world's most exciting and disruptive companies across cleantech, mobility, real estate, healthcare, and emerging B2B tech sectors. Our clients are transformational and distinguished corporations, startups, investors, and nonprofits that are at the bleeding edge of the Age of Adoption. Visit antennagroup.com to learn more.Resources:Justine Johnson LinkedInMichigan Economic Development CorpAntenna GroupAge of Adoption WebsiteKeith Zakheim LinkedIn 

Come stanno rispondendo ai cambiamenti del settore automotive le aziende della filiera? Una risposta arriva dall'ultima survey dell'Osservatorio TEA, l’osservatorio sulle trasformazioni dell’ecosistema automotive italiano, guidato dal Center for Automotive & Mobility Innovation dell’Università Ca' Foscari Venezia (CAMI) e dal CNR-IRCrES. Il panorama italiano, come emerso dallo studio, risulta frammentato e diviso tra aziende che arretrano e aziende che, invece, fanno importanti passi avanti: il discrimine fondamentale è rappresentato dagli investimenti in innovazione - sottolinea Francesco Zirpoli, direttore dell'Osservatorio TEA, intervistato da Ertilia Giordano.

We welcome Francis Beauchamp-Verdon, Co-Founder, VP and Business Development Director at AWL-E, to discuss his mission in the mobility space and the amazing vision his team share. At AWL-E, Francis and his team have developed  a revolutionary method to move electricity wirelessly that not only breaks all boundaries of innovation, but also has immense potential for exploitation. Their mission is to provide industries seeking innovation a way to optimize their processes and make wireless electricity commonplace, while meeting the growing consumer demand for novelty and spatial freedom.It's a big mission, and one that takes a lot of passion and entrepreneurial spirit to launch, which Francis has in spades. He's an alumnae of the Creative Destruction Lab, has been part of the Centech MTL incubator, and is part of the MaRS Discovery District Community, to name just a few of the networks Francis has leveraged to drive his world-changing ideas. We're thrilled to pick his brain on how he built AWL-E, his journey as an entrepreneur, and what the rest of 2024 and beyond has in store!Boast AI accelerates the success of innovative businesses globally with software that integrates financial, payroll, and engineering data into a single platform of R&D intelligence. Visit Boast.ai, sign up for our Blog newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn for weekly #InnovatorsLive sessions and the latest news to fuel your growth. Intro and Outro music provided by Dennis Ma whose mixes you can find on Soundcloud at DJ DennyDex.

In today's episode we are joined by Elisha Jacobs, Senior Associate at RedBlue Capital. Elisha helps unpack the complexities of venture capital within the mobility sector. Discover the future of transportation through investments in groundbreaking technologies and models that could redefine how we move goods and people around the globe. For anyone interested in the mobility sector, this episode serves as a great overview of the sector.

The co-leader of Boston Consulting Group's Center for Mobility Innovation discusses complications in deploying automated-driving technology and points to limited EV offerings a contributing factor behind a sales slowdown.

Detroit is now home to America's first stretch of road that wirelessly charges electric vehicles. The inductive-charging roadway in Corktown was a collaboration between four primary agencies — the Michigan Department of Transportation, the City of Detroit, Newlab at Michigan Central and the company Electreon. Tim Slusser, the Chief of Mobility Innovation at the City of Detroit joined Stephen to discuss the road project and the potential future of infrastructure in the city. Then, Nick Nigro, Founder of Atlas Public Policy, joined to explore America's growing electric vehicle infrastructure.

December 1, 2023 ~ Tim Slusser, Chief of Mobility Innovation for the City of Detroit, talks with Lloyd and Jamie about the Corktown neighborhood installing the nation's first wireless charging road. Photo: Eric Seals ~ USA Today Network

In a first for Vijf Vragen, we hit the road and head to Detroit, Michigan, to talk with six people who participated in the second edition of Urban Dialogues on November 9, 2023:1) Vince Keenan, Head of Innovation Engagement for the Office of Mobility Innovation, the Office of Mayor Mike Duggan2) Rinske Brand, BRAND The Urban Agency3) Rich Fahle, Head of Partnerships & Marketing, Newlab Detroit 4) Peter van Oorschot, TNO5) Olga Stella, Vice President, Strategy and Communications, College for Creative Studies6) Ivana Kalafatic, Founder and publisher of Detroitisit Urban Dialogues brings together Dutch and American experts from various sectors, including the public and private sectors, academic institutions, and other stakeholders, using an innovative workshop format.The primary aim of these dialogues is to closely examine the dynamics of cities with a focus on fostering prosperity, promoting social inclusion, and strengthening resilience and environmental sustainability.Learn more about Urban Dialogues: https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/web/united-states/urban-dialoguesMusic: "Groundwork" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Emily shares a macro outlook on the growth stage ecosystem aligned to sectors in industrial tech, mobility, buildings, and energy, discusses lessons learned investing in these sectors for both software and hardware-enabled software (“bits meet atoms”) business models, and outlines how The Westly Group approaches climate tech investing as its evolved over the last couple of decades.     

The College of Engineering's breadth and depth equips it better than most institutions to approach the lofty goal of making mobility smarter. From autonomous vehicle technologies to new planning methods for city infrastructure, Buckeye Engineers lead global discussions and advance national initiatives. But one of our most treasured assets in mobility innovation is our connection… Continue reading Ep. 15: Driving mobility innovation at TRC

In this episode of DARECAST with Keon Lee, Senior Manager Product Development and Innovation for Battery Systems, we talk about innovation and how to make tomorrow's world a more sustainable one. Deep dive into the future of e-mobility and explore the fascinating realm of energy storage and its impact on our lives. Pursuing a career in this field, can truly make an impact. Keon shares incredible insights as well as first-hand career tips. Dare with Keon. Tune in.

Urban mobility has been one of the most important and challenging issues in our times. It is a catch-all term which means we are discussing the ease and speed with which people, goods, and services can move around in urban areas. And with cities getting more populous and more congested, there will be new challenges for transportation systems that will impact how we design and build our urban locations. Today, Kevin Blevins talks to Francis Pollara, the founder and former Director of Strategy and Development for Urban Movement Labs. Urban Movement Labs is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between local government and innovators, all committed to the same vision — a Los Angeles where new transportation technologies are tested, proven, and brought to life. Today you will learn about the work of Urban Movement Labs (UML), a non-profit transportation technology innovation organization. You will also get to hear more about the Humans of New Mobility series, sponsored by Siemens, which features webinars that explore the human side of the mobility ecosystem.  What You'll Learn in This Episode: How Urban Movement Labs got started and how it has grown into what it is today. (12:21) Various aspects of urban air mobility (18:09) The challenges facing Los Angeles in terms of mobility and the programs being implemented to address them (25:27) How the use of robots for deliveries in urban areas could change the curb environment, and how cities could adapt to this new technology (30:27) Advice to budding entrepreneurs and venture capital companies (40:52) Connect with Francis: LinkedIn Website Connect with Kevin: LinkedIn

Michigan Central CEO Josh Sirefman joins the show to discuss the Michigan Central campus, Newlab and all the innovative projects coming out of Corktown. Then, photographer and filmmaker Stephen McGee talks about what it's like to capture Detroit, and the beauty Detroiters hold for one another.

Steven is the Los-Angeles based Partnerships Manager for Skyports, which designs, builds and operates vertiports for the emerging advanced air mobility (AAM) industry. Key topics in this conversation include: Steven's uncommon path to Skyports The importance of solving problems with new mobility solutions, rather than merely rolling out new technology Why veritports might look different than what the public envisions The latest progress from Skyport Why LA is such a promising city for realizing the benefits of AAM Links: Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/stevenspinello https://skyports.net/vertiports/ https://skyports.net/joby-and-skyports-partner-to-deliver-living-lab-terminal-for-urban-air-mobility/ Steven's bio Steven is the Los-Angeles based Partnerships Manager for Skyports, which designs, builds and operates vertiports for the emerging advanced air mobility (AAM) industry. At Skyports, he is leading the phased network rollout of a multi-nodal vertiport network across the Los Angeles basin and surrounding areas to enable intra-city aerial transport and cargo drone deliveries at scale. Steven is an advocate of decarbonizing the transportation system by accelerating electrification and improving connectivity through multi-modal systems. Prior to Skyports, Steven worked on the Mobility Innovation team at the LA Mayor's Office of Economic Development. At the Mayor's Office, he co-authored a report on emerging transportation technologies and their impact on urban mobility policymaking. He also split time at Urban Movement Labs, a nonprofit transportation innovation accelerator, where he assisted with the selection, deployment and evaluation of transportation technology pilots on LA's streets. Steven received his B.A. in economics from the University of Maryland and Master of Public Policy (MPP) from the University of Chicago. Skyports company bio Skyports Infrastructure is the leading enabler of advanced air mobility (AAM), providing the critical link between the ground and the sky. The company designs, builds and operates take-off and landing infrastructure for air taxis, and partners with world-class electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) passenger and cargo vehicle manufacturers around the world to enable safe, sustainable and efficient flight operations within urban and suburban environments. Future of Mobility: The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields. Edison Manufacturing: Edison manufacturing is your low volume contract manufacturing partner for build and assembly of complex mobility and energy products that don't neatly fit within traditional high-volume production methods.

FUTURE MOVES Podcast #48: Rail-Europe-CEO Björn Bender über Innovationen auf der Schiene, weniger Komplexität beim Ticketkauf und seine Zeit als New-Mobility-Vordenker bei der SBB. Über diese Themen spricht Björn Bender im FUTURE MOVES Podcast: … den aktuellen Interrail-Boom (3:00) … seine Karriere in der Bahnbranche (4:01) … wo klappt die Modernisierung der Bahn und wo nicht (7:00) … Wertschätzung des ÖVs in der Schweiz und Deutschland (11:56) … die Herausforderung, Mobility-Innovation zu verstetigen (14:53) … das 49-Euro-Ticket als Basis für neue Angebote (21:21) … Rail Europe und seine Pläne als neuer CEO (24:05) … wie man Businessreisende vom Flugzeug in die Bahn kriegt (31:13) … positive Reise-Erfahrungen in aller Welt (37:49) … international unterschiedliche Mobilitätsbedürfnisse (43:43) … seinen "Mix der Woche" (47:11)

Tim Slusser serves as the Chief of Mobility Innovation, leading the City of Detroit's Office of Mobility Innovation Key topics in this conversation include: The objective of the Office of Mobility Innovation Why we need to move beyond technology pilots Deploying sustainable business cases for innovative technology Prioritizing problems to solve and solutions to deploy Why Detroit is the place to be for mobility innovation Links: Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/TimSlusser https://www.linkedin.com/in/timslusser/ Tim's Bio Tim Slusser serves as the Chief of Mobility Innovation, leading the City of Detroit's Office of Mobility Innovation. In this role, Tim works to direct the development of public-private partnerships and inform policies related to various mobility initiatives and deployments. He is an accomplished technology strategist and program manager with more than 14 years of business and economic development experience. His accomplishments include attracting the first $6 billion dollars of electric vehicle and energy storage investments in Michigan in 2009. About The City of Detroit's Office of Mobility Innovation The City of Detroit's Office of Mobility Innovation (OMI) exists to help the City of Detroit navigate the rapidly changing transportation and mobility industries. This includes working across city departments to coordinate cleaner, more accessible, and more equitable mobility solutions for residents and visitors. OMI collaborates with industry, academia, philanthropy, and local, state and federal government. Future of Mobility: The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields. linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/ brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/ Edison Manufacturing: At Edison Manufacturing, our specialty is building and assembling highly complex mobility products in annual quantities of ten to tens of thousands utilizing an agile, robust, and capital-light approach.

In der Nachmittagsfolge begrüßen wir heute Niels Kunov, Country Manager DACH von Charge Amps. Der in Schweden ansässiger Anbieter von innovativen und nachhaltigen Ladelösungen für Elektrofahrzeuge gab kürzlich eine frische Finanzierungsrunde bekannt. Charge Amps entwickelt intelligente und benutzerfreundliche Produkte für den Einsatz in Haushalten, Büros und öffentlichen Einrichtungen. Das Unternehmen wurde 2012 in Stockholm gegründet und befindet sich in einer rasanten internationalen Expansion mit 120 Mitarbeitern in sieben Ländern und einem Vertrieb in 15 Märkten. Es verfolgt das Ziel, die Nachfrage nach Ladestationen für Elektrofahrzeuge in ganz Europa zu decken. Nun hat das Greentech den Abschluss einer Privatplatzierung in Höhe von 150 Millionen SEK (14,58 Millionen Euro) unter Beteiligung der bestehenden Aktionäre OK ekonomisk förening, Skellefteå Kraft und Swedbank Robur sowie der neuen Investoren Concejo AB, LMK und Quinary Investment bekanntgegeben. Die Finanzierung wird für den weiteren Ausbau der europäischen Präsenz von Charge Amps im Vorfeld des für dieses Jahr geplanten Börsengangs verwendet. One more thing wird präsentiert von Sastrify – Die smarte Lösung für das Management eurer Software-Verträge. Erhaltet jetzt eine kostenlose Analyse eurer SaaS Tools und alle weiteren Informationen unter https://www.sastrify.com/insider

Cities & Planners is the podcast about cities from the perspective of urban planners. On each episode we interview a planner or related professional from a different city and hear about what they love, what they don't love, and how they are working to make their city better. In this episode I talk to Mark De La Vergne, VP of Cavnue. Mark was formerly Chief of Mobility Innovation for the City of Detroit, and he has a true love for his adopted city. We talk about making transit work better for City residents who need to reach jobs in the suburbs, why there is a need for affordable housing in a city with a surplus of housing stock, and how COVID has impacted the upward trajectory of Downtown Detroit, among other topics. Here are some links to KQED Forum podcasts about San Jose that I mention in the introduction to this podcast: Exploring the 'Great Immigrant Food City' of San Jose San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo on Gun Control, Housing and His Last Year in the Mayor's Office And here is a guide to Detroit murals, which I discussed with Mark..

Professional land use planners and traffic engineers look in the rearview mirror to see what's through the windshield. It's an embarrassing form of fortune telling. Inevitably, a long-range land use or mobility plan includes outdated assumptions. It doesn't have to be that way! *** https://www.andyboenau.com/ (https://www.AndyBoenau.com) https://twitter.com/boenau (https://twitter.com/boenau) https://linkedin.com/in/boenau (https://linkedin.com/in/boenau) *** https://andyboenau.com/ (Andy Boenau) explores emerging trends that are altering How We Get Around.  You're scratching your head about electric scooters,   You wonder if bike share could work in the suburbs,  You feel bad that buses aren't used more, You have an opinion about autonomous vehicles, Your walking shoes need more wear, and You wish you didn't have to drive so much. Mobility freedom, equitable access, emerging technology, subscription culture, and traffic safety. We have a lot to cover.

Mark Rawson is the Chief Operating Officer for the California Mobility Center (CMC), a Sacramento-based organization whose mission is to help early-stage mobility companies accelerate the commercialization of their products by linking them with established industry leaders and service providers.  He shares more about the CMCs founding, current partner and client activities, the future of their 25-acre campus at Sacramento State (in development), and how this work will not only fuel the Sacramento region economy but attract and grow innovative mobility solutions from around the world.

Smart City Mobility Innovation and Policy Virtual Summit held on September 30, 2021.

Kicking off season two of Impact Around by EDHEC Alumni is Richard Perrin, EDHEC's Associate Dean International Relations, and all-around lovely human. Richard discusses the importance of combating populism through intercultural exchange, redefining what studying abroad can, and should look like, and the role of COVID-19 in driving global mobility innovation. For the past 11 years, Richard has been responsible for building on EDHEC's culture of excellence around the world and developing top-tier academic partnerships that uniquely respond to the needs of tomorrow's students. Under his leadership, EDHEC has forged relationships with over 245 academic partnerships worldwide, with many more exciting opportunities to stimulate entrepreneurship, sustainability, and creativity around the corner. Follow us on Twitter at: @EdhecAlumni, and find out more at: www.alumni.edhec.edu

Today, we're delighted to be joined by Nikolaus Lang of Boston Consulting Group. Nikolaus has worked for BCG for nearly 25 years, he heads their Global Advantage practice & is Founder and Director of the Centre for Mobility Innovation. He also has a PhD in Business Administration, is an honorary professor at Gallen University, lecturing in ecosystems and specifically digital ecosystems and has co-written the book ‘Beyond Great - Nine Strategies for Thriving in an Era of Social Tension, Economic Nationalism, and Technological Revolution'  Nikolaus chats to host Jenny about the lessons that can be learnt from understanding both the global landscape and the regional picture for your organisation, especially when it comes to adapting to change, fluctuating consumer trends and fostering an agile workforce.  Enjoy the episode!

Danielle Harris is Managing Director of Engagement & Innovation at Elemental Excelerator. Key topics in this conversation include: How Danielle is helping to inspire action in the push for social justice and climate action goals Why we should be optimistic, despite all of the climate challenges we're facing Proactively identifying and overcoming the common challenges that founders face Common misconceptions regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion Elemental Excelator's 5-Year Strategy Links: Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/danielleharris Danielle's Twitter: https://twitter.com/innovation_dj Danielle's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/djlanharris/ Elemental Excelarator's website: https://elementalexcelerator.com/ Elemental Excelerator's 5-Year Strategy: https://elementalexcelerator.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Elemental-5Y-Strategy-Scaling-Climate-x-Social-Equity-Solutions.pdf Danielle's Bio: A passionate advocate for environmental and racial justice, Danielle oversees Elemental's “Inspire Action” pillar of its 5-Year Strategy, committed to invigorating the hearts and minds of the many to reach our social justice and climate action goals. Previously, Danielle led Elemental's mobility strategy and portfolio as Director of Mobility Innovation, working directly with Elemental's mobility portfolio companies, partners and cities to catalyze collaboration within the transportation industry. As a thought leader in new mobility, Danielle provides a systems approach to help both startups and companies strategize and thrive within the ever-evolving transportation revolution. She sees mobility as a vital tool to resolve the challenges of today and unlock the potential of tomorrow. At Elemental, Danielle has worked with notable water companies such as Xos Trucks, ChargerHelp!, Ampaire, Scoot, Proterra. Prior to Elemental Excelerator: Danielle was the Innovation Strategist for San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency's (SFMTA) Office of Innovation. She integrated her background in land use and transportation planning to create dynamic teams with both city departments and tech companies. Danielle used the city's physical and companies' digital infrastructure to implement pilots that focus on the user experience. By designing for hearts and minds, these pilots successfully improved roadway safety, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and addressed environmental inequities. After nine years with the City and County of San Francisco, she came to Elemental Excelerator to harness the power of tech to solve the big problems of climate change and environmental injustice. A proud Bay Area Native and Oakland resident, Danielle's approach is rooted in genuine curiosity, collaboration, and compassion. She is committed to bringing different voices to the table to build unconventional teams that together develop innovative and holistic solutions centered around people. Future of Mobility: The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, and equitable mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields. linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/ brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/

  To meaningfully address present and future impacts of the climate crisis, diverse leaders, perspectives, and voices are critical for sustainable solutions. Chante Harris, Sr. Manager of Venture For ClimateTech, highlights the best ideas, teams, and investments the climate tech space has to offer with guest panelists Danielle Harris, Director of Mobility Innovation at Elemental […]

  To meaningfully address present and future impacts of the climate crisis, diverse leaders, perspectives, and voices are critical for sustainable solutions. Chante Harris, Sr. Manager of Venture For ClimateTech, highlights the best ideas, teams, and investments the climate tech space has to offer with guest panelists Danielle Harris, Director of Mobility Innovation at Elemental […]

We get moving again with an episode all about innovation in the wide world of mobility. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clean aviation is here. Val Miftakhov piloted a zero-emission, hydrogen airplane back in September. He’s also the Founder and CEO of ZeroAvia, a company building this clean aviation future. In this episode, Dawn Lippert, Elemental’s CEO, and Danielle Harris, Elemental’s Director of Mobility Innovation, talk with Val about building trust in a changing aviation industry, exiting prior startups, and his love of planes as a child.

Evette Ellis is bridging climate tech, more specifically zero-emission transportation, and the workforce. She is the co-founder of ChargerHelp! and finds inspiration in her family and faith. In this episode, Dawn Lippert, Elemental’s CEO, and Danielle Harris, Elemental’s Director of Mobility Innovation, talk with Evette about building a climate tech workforce that represents the communities they serve, breaking generational norms, and the opportunity to address climate change and unemployment together. 

On today's Midday Market Update Michael Vincent and Andrew Cox talk about the SONAR-powered data, issues and news that moves you.They’re joined by Jared Flinn, Operating Partner, BulkLoads.com; Lee White, Vice President of Strategy, TuSimple; FreightWaves and FreightWaves market expert Anthony Smith and Nick Austin on weather.This is a live interactive event, viewers are encouraged to comment and call-in during broadcasts Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12PM ET on FreightWaves Linkedin and Facebook, channels.Apple PodcastSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

Greg Rogers is the Public Policy Manager at Nuro, a company focused on unlocking the benefits of robotics for everyday life. In 2017, Greg co-founded The Mobility Podcast, a podcast that explores the intersections between transportation, technology, and policy. In the same year, Greg co-founded Connected CarTalkDC, a network of hundreds of transportation and technology professionals who meet regularly in Washington, DC. Before joining Nuro, Greg was the Director of Government Affairs and Mobility Innovation at Securing America's Future Energy (SAFE). He specializes in federal and state policies around autonomous vehicles, electric vehicles, and emerging technology. He was previously the Assistant Editor of Eno Transportation Weekly (ETW) and a Senior Policy Analyst at the Eno Center for Transportation, where he reported on transportation policy developments in Congress, the Administration, and state legislatures. Greg previously worked on both sides of the aisle in the House of Representatives, represented public and private sector clients before Congress and federal agencies for government affairs firms, and helped guide POLITICO Pro's expansion into federal and state government markets. A burgeoning interest in transportation technology led Greg to make a career pivot several years ago. He left behind a career as a government affairs consultant and became an Uber/Lyft driver in order to develop first-hand experience in new mobility. This inspired him to co-found The Autonomer, a news website focused on automation and transportation policy issues, in 2015. Greg received his B.A. in Political Economy from the University of California at Berkeley and studied Political Science at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. His insights and recommendations for developing sound autonomous vehicle policies have appeared in outlets including Washington Post, WIRED, The Autonocast, Car and Driver, The Verge, and testimonies before Congress. Help us grow! Leave us a rating and review - it's the best way to bring new listeners to the show. Don't forget to subscribe! Have a suggestion, or want to chat with Jim? Email him at Jim@ThePoliticalLife.net  Follow The Political Life on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter for weekly updates.

Speaking from Seoul in South Korea, Fran takes us through the Doosan journey so far and the work they've done and their expansion plans moving forward into 2021 and beyond.  Hydrogen Fuel Cells in unmanned systems isn't something we hear often and the technology around it is fascinating. Tune in to hear from Fran and more about the 'Power for Tomorrow'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nikolaus Lang, global leader of the Global Advantage practice at Boston Consulting Group and director of BCG's Center for Mobility Innovation, explains the role of self-driving vehicles in preventing urban mobility problems, the five city transportation types and why he advocates for robo-shuttles, not robotaxis.

The engineers and marketers who made Detroit the global center of automobiles were stunningly successful in getting us off the sidewalks and into our cars. Now urban planners see the need to reverse that scenario: get people on bikes, e-scooters and on their feet—out and about for the health of our people and our community cohesion. Justin Snowden (above), chief of Mobility Strategy, City of Detroit, shares insight from his unique perspective in the Motor City. Justin Snowden is a Mobility Strategist and Project Manager in the City of Detroit's Office of Mobility Innovation. In this role, Justin works to test and deploy new technology, with the goal of bringing advanced mobility options to Detroit. In our interview, Justin and Kate discuss public transit in Detroit and we talk a lot about micro-mobility vehicles (like scooters, bikes) and how to make different transportation options accessible to everyone. We also talk about some lessons learned from the current pandemic and how streetscapes are changing as a result of people relying less on cars. Watch this episode on Youtube Speaking of Resilience is created by the Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities and the Michigan Climate Action Network. This episode was produced by Miriam Owsley and Jeff Smith, hosted by Kate Madigan.

The unprecedented coronavirus crisis has affected Americans from coast to coast, with most living under stay-at-home orders. Yet millions of Americans have jobs they can’t video conference into – which is why the pandemic presents a unique challenge for city transportation departments, who need to keep people, goods, and services moving. In this episode of our series highlighting Bloomberg Philanthropies’ COVID-19 response, Janette Sadik-Khan, a Principal at Bloomberg Associates and Chair of NACTO, sat down with Corinne Kisner, Executive Director of NACTO, and Mark de la Vergne, the Chief of Mobility Innovation for the City of Detroit. They discuss how cities are continuing to run transit systems while keeping their own staffs safe, creative actions city transportation officials are taking in response to the pandemic, and how cities can provide safer, healthier transportation options for people going forward.

Episode 56. Greg Lindsay chats with Amanda Roraff, PlanetM's Managing Director, on how Michigan is reshaping itself to be a seedbed for mobility innovation. Once known only for autos, the Wolverine State is hoping to usher in a more equitable, transit-friendly future.

Inforum's first AutoNext podcast features Jessica Robinson, co-founder of the Detroit Mibility Lab and President and Executive Director of the Michigan Mobility Institute where we explore the exciting mobility ecosystem that is emerging in the Detroit region.Support the show (https://inforummichigan.org)

Episode 56. Greg Lindsay chats with Amanda Roraff, PlanetM's Managing Director, on how Michigan is reshaping itself to be a seedbed for mobility innovation. Once known only for autos, the Wolverine State is hoping to usher in a more equitable, transit-friendly future.

The following Roundtable Discussion took place during our Mobility Innovation Night. The panel reflects upon how this year’s milestones, momentum and wake up calls will continue to shape the movement of people and goods going forward. To learn more about Mobility Innovation, please visit us online at venturecafecambridge.org/mobilityinno.

John talks with Bill Foy, SVP for Engineering for Denso, a mobility OEM that is launching a new Seattle Innovation Lab focused on connected vehicles and cloud computing. John and Bill take a look at the Seattle Lab's remit and what new mobility players are trying with edge and cloud computing.

La notizia dell'ormai imminente fusione tra Fiat Chrysler Auto e Group Renault ha sorpreso gli esperti del settore.Quali sono i motivi che hanno spinto verso questa scelta?E cosa dobbiamo aspettarci dai mercati?Lo abbiamo chiesto al prof. Franceso Zirpoli - professore di Managemet a Ca' Foscari e direttore del Centre for Automotive and Mobility Innovation.

Featuring interviews with Louis Stewart, Sacramento's chief innovation officer, and Ken Berlin, the CEO of Al Gore's climate activist network.

Elon Musk is under fire from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) yet again for his "reckless" use of Twitter regarding Tesla company updates. The SEC is currently questioning tweets the chief executive of Tesla sent out last month about the car company’s production levels. Musk says his tweets are covered by free speech. The SEC disagrees and wants him held in contempt for violating a 2018 settlement that restricts his social media posts regarding his company. In 2018 Musk got into trouble for falsely tweeting that he was taking his company private, which caused stocks to soar. This lead to the SEC settlement in which Tesla and Musk were each fined $20 million and he had to step down as chairman of the board. Host Dan Loney talks with John Paul MacDuffie, Management Professor at the Wharton School and Director of the Program on Vehicle and Mobility Innovation at The Mack Institute for Innovation Management, and Charles Elson, Director of the John L. Weinberg Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware, to discuss more about this recent legal turmoil and how it is affecting Tesla in the eye of the consumers on Knowledge@Wharton. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

China is aggressively expanding its electric vehicle industry, with the aim of becoming a leader in the global automotive market.---China produces as many electric vehicles as the rest of the world combined, the result of aggressive government policies to boost EV demand and manufacturing.The push to electrify is part of China’s broader effort to control air pollution in its cities, where car ownership has risen dramatically. In a concerted effort, the government has invested heavily in the development of EV technologies, established sales quotas, and offered incentives to make EVs affordable. Today, China has also become the world’s dominant maker of EV batteries, the most valuable component in any electric car, and its global automotive ambitions have grown. John Paul MacDuffie of the Wharton School of Business takes a closer look at the ambitious environmental and industrial policies that have enabled the growth of China’s electric vehicle industry. He also discusses how China’s EV manufacturing scale, rooted in environmental policies, might upend traditional hierarchies in the global automotive industry.John Paul MacDuffie is Professor at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business and Director of the Program on Vehicle and Mobility Innovation, a global automotive research consortium.Related Content:EVs Mean Growth for These Businesseshttps://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/blog/2018/11/02/evs-mean-growth-these-businesses The Case for Electrifying California’s Cars https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/blog/2019/01/23/case-electrifying-californias-cars

We're featuring a series this month called “2019: A Look Ahead” and continue with a look at the future of the auto industry. In 2018, car makers announced the end of many lines of sedans and coupes to focus on more popular SUVs and trucks. Companies like Ford, General Motors and Toyota are looking to spend more resources on autonomous vehicles and electric cars. The companies are also dealing with rising interest rates and trade tariffs that impact steel prices as well as sales in China. If the disappointing reviews coming out of the motor city are a sign, 2019 could be a rough year for the auto companies. Host Dan Loney talks about these contributing factors with John Paul MacDuffie, Professor of Management at the Wharton School and Director of the Program on Vehicle and Mobility Innovation at Wharton's Mack Institute, and Paul Eisenstein, Publisher and Editor of TheDetroitBureau.com on Knowledge@Wharton. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Business Radio Special: The Great Recession: What's Changed in 10 years Part 2 About one in five workers in the U.S, lost their job in the beginning of the Great Recession and many of them never recovered. What has happened to the millions of people who settled for work below the level in which they were qualified, for less pay? With an improved unemployment number today at 4%, compared to the height of the recession when the unemployment rate peaked at 10 %, the wages are not catching up with the jobs. To look deeper at the impact of The Great Recession on the jobs market, we are joined by Wharton Professor of management PETER CAPPELLI, who is also Director of the Center for Human Resources, IWAN BARANKAY, Associate Professor of Management and Associate Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy at Wharton, and DAVID LEWIS, Professor Emeritus of Management, Human Resources and Organizational Behavior at the UCLA Anderson School of Management. Then, from January 2009 to December 2013 the U.S. government prevented two of the “Big Three” car companies from going bankrupt by using over $80 billion from the Economic Emergency Stabilization Act. General Motors Company and Chrysler LLC were owned by the taxpayers, leaving the Ford Motor Company on its own. Was this the right decision for a sector of an indicator of the health of the economy? We’ll look at the management changes in the past 10 years and future of the American auto industry as they face staying competitive in a growing fuel-efficient and autonomous vehicle market. We’re joined by JOHN PAUL MACDUFFIE ,
 Professor of Management at the Wharton School and Director of the Program on Vehicle and Mobility Innovation at Wharton's Mack Institute for Innovation Management, and PAUL EISENSTEIN
publisher and editor of TheDetroitBureau.com. Next, Wall Street has taken quite a ride over the last decade. It lost almost half of its value due to the Great Recession and by some estimates, over $2 trillion in retirement savings was lost by the end of 2008. The recovery has opened the markets to incredible growth, including the Dow Jones Industrial Average crossing the 26,000 mark, Nasdaq breaking the 8,000 point threshold and the S&P finishing at just under 29,000 last month. But investors are still wary in the stock market as we may soon undergo a significant correction. To look back, and peer into the short and distant futures, JEREMY SIEGEL, joins us. He is a Professor of Finance at the Wharton School. As is GAD ALLON, a Professor of Operations, Information and Decisions, at the Wharton School. Finally, when the Great Recession hit, some people pointed a finger at business schools, asking why the MBAs who caused the economic turmoil weren't taught character and accountability. Business schools have been teaching ethics for decades, but did the financial crisis change the way academic institutions, like The Wharton School, emphasize corporate responsibility and ethics? We’re joined by ERIC ORTS, a Professor of Legal Studies and Business Ethics at the Wharton School, STEPHEN ARBOGAST, Professor of Practice of Finance and Director of the Energy Center at the Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. And ANITA CAVA, a Professor in the Business Law Department at the University of Miami Business School and Co-Director of the University of Miami Ethics Programs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Much of the conversation around drones over the past year has been focused on pushing public perception on them from toy to tool. What hasn't been the focus is how to best power these commercial drones. Lithium ion batteries were an easy first choice; they were commercially standard and accessible. But can they really elevate a drone to its full potential? On this podcast from the InterDrone trade-show floor, we were joined by Adam Schlender from Doosan Mobility Innovation, who explained how hydrogen fuel cell technology is the future of drone power. "You end up in a 10x efficiency gain, not looking at flight time, but looking at the amount of data that can be collected in a single flight," Schlender said. We dive into the inaccessible applications that fuel cells empower, their economic and ecological impact, and how to beat educate commercial drone users on the benefits and eventual necessity of improved flight time and diversified payloads. Follow us on social media for the latest updates in B2B! Twitter – @EnergyMKSL Facebook – facebook.com/marketscale LinkedIn – linkedin.com/company/marketscale

La figura di Sergio Marchionne è stata controversa: per alcuni un genio da ammirare, per altri un nemico da combattere.Di sicuro il manager di Chieti ha segnato un'epoca per FIAT e per l'industria italiana: ne abbiamo parlato con Francesco Zirpoli, direttore del Center for Automotive and Mobility Innovation di Ca' Foscari.

This week we’re back at Michelin’s Movin On conference talking with Greg Rogers, Director of Government Affairs and Mobility Innovation of SAFE.  Greg talks about autonomous vehicle regulations around the country and some of the limits of techno optimism.  We also discuss a bit of what we liked and didn’t like at the Movin On conference and prospects for the future.

Mark is a transportation planning veteran, and he knew he wanted to work in mobility before mobility was even a term. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania where he studied Systems Engineering (specifically focused on transportation) he started his career as a Project Consultant for traffic engineering and geometric design. After spending almost a decade in Chicago working as a transportation consultant, he packed his bags and moved to Detroit. Currently, he works to improve in-city mobility for residents of Detroit, and I believe his work, is going to help turn the Motor City, into the Mobility City. This episode is part of the month of Mobility. We’re interviewing the top entrepreneurs, directors, and government officials in mobility to give you all a sense of what’s happening in Southeastern Michigan around car sharing, transportation, public transit, etc. ASHE Media Website: http://bit.ly/ashemediawebsite (http://bit.ly/ashemediawebsite) M2 FB Page: http://bit.ly/Mich

The electric vehicle market seems poised to take off, with high demand for Tesla’s Model 3 and growing attention from big automakers. Yet challenges that stalled EV growth in the past, namely sparse charging infrastructure and high costs, persist. A Wharton School expert looks at the role policymakers can take to support, or sink, the EV renaissance. --- Thanks for joining the Energy Policy Now podcast for our first episode of Season 2. These are exciting times for fans of electric vehicles. Tesla, the Silicon Valley electric car maker, recently introduced its long awaited, relatively affordable Model 3, complete with a huge order backlog. Also recently, the governments of France and the UK announced their goal to phase out the sale of new gas and diesel cars within a generation, opening the door to electrics. Yet in the US the electric vehicle market has looked poised for breakthrough in the past, only to disappoint. In the 1990s General Motors developed a promising electric car, the EV1, that it subsequently sought to erase from common memory. And a century ago, around the time that Henry Ford introduced the Model T, electric cars were common. Yet they ultimately all but disappeared. John Paul MacDuffie, an expert on EV policy at the Wharton School, takes a look at policies that might help electric cars stick this time around, and at innovative government interventions that are already fueling EV markets abroad. John Paul MacDuffie is a professor of Management at the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania, and Director of the Program on Vehicle and Mobility Innovation, an international research consortium focused on the global automotive industry. Related Content from the Kleinman Center for Energy Policy: Ending Fossil Fuel Tax Subsidies http://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/policy-digests/ending-fossil-fuel-tax-subsidies Stalled: Make Big Trucks More Fuel Efficient http://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/policy-digests/stalled-make-big-trucks-more-fuel-efficient Future Energy Demands on the Global Aviation Industry http://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/policy-digests/future-energy-demands-global-aviation-energy

“In Part 2 of our discussion on Mobility Innovation, we talk about how Ideation plays an important role in the process to achieve results and outcomes.  Listen in as WWT experts Dan Huber, Tim Cappel and Jason Tice talk about how the Ideation process works and how it helps deliver successful outcomes to any organization.”

Mobility Innovation has become an important application area for companies as they address some of the most challenging segments of their IT environment.  In this episode of WWT’s TEC17, three subject matter experts, Dan Huber, Tim Cappel and Joe Hainline discuss how Mobile Innovation technology solutions address challenges in three key practice areas:  Collaboration, Mobility and Software Development.

Session Partner: Huawei A discussion about how the increasingly digital age is changing the way innovation occurs – from society to business and politics to culture. Chair: Ravi Mattu, Editor, Business Life, Financial Times Panel: 1. Christèle Delbé, Head of Sustainability, Vodafone Group 2. Narik Patel, Director, PayPal 3. Matthew Yeomans, Writer and Consultant 4. Stefano Cantarelli, Vice President, Huawei Network Business 5. Maria Ingold, CEO, mireality