Episode Details

July 18, 2026 ~ Michigan is emerging as a major hub where technology, economics, and national security converge. From autonomous vehicles to drones, defense to maritime systems, next-generation security and more. In this special multi-guest episode from the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) XPONENTIAL Conference, industry leaders and innovators discuss the future of uncrewed systems across air, land, water, and space. Our guests dive into why Michigan is uniquely positioned to lead this rapidly evolving global sector. The conversation explores advanced mobility, defense applications, AI, economic development, manufacturing, and the growing ecosystem shaping the future of autonomous technology. Guests include: Raymond Stemitz, Michigan National Guard, Timothy George, ND Defense, Sean Hilbert, Cobra AERO, LLC, Alissa Roath, National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMC), Colleen Hau, Newlab, Jayden Sluiter, Westwood AI, Mark Ignash, Michigan Economic Development Corporation and The Michigan Office of Defense and Aerospace Innovation, Michael Robbins, AUVSI. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.