Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Talent development remains a top priority for Michigan’s economic future, and universities, government, and industry can work together to co-create stronger talent pathways. This discussion explores how cross-sector collaboration can address shared challenges — from affordable housing and health equity to AI-driven manufacturing and community resilience.

Panelists:
Bob Riney, President and Chief Executive Officer, Henry Ford Health; Chair, 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference
Laura Lee McIntyre, Provost, Michigan State University
Ronia Kruse, Founder and Group Chief Executive Officer, OpTech

Moderator: Ridgway White, President, Mott Foundation

Watch more coverage from the 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference:
detroitpbs.org/shows/one-detroit/series/mackinac-policy-conference/2026-mackinac-policy-conference

Mackinac Policy Conference 2026.

Hosted By @DetroitRegionalChamber

Presented by @detroitpbs @OneDetroit


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