Join the Detroit Regional Chamber at its 2026 Detroit Policy Conference on Jan. 29 to hear from leaders making an impact in the Detroit Region. Learn about some of the sessions below, and keep up with the latest agenda and speaker updates at detroitchamber.com/dpc.
Duncan Aldred, Senior Vice President and North American President at General Motors, will share valuable insights into GM’s strategic leadership and vision for the future. He will explore critical topics such as innovation and talent, offering a deeper understanding of how GM continues to position itself as a leader in the rapidly evolving mobility landscape.
Aldred will also highlight GM’s reaffirmed commitment to Detroit, emphasizing its role in supporting the local community and driving economic development.
Eccalon Founder and Chief Executive Officer André Gudger will discuss his decision to move his technology solutions company, along with several of its subsidiaries, to The Icon building in Detroit. The former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manufacturing and Industrial Base Policy will also share his vision for Eccalon’s future and the opportunities this move represents.
The Icon building transformation is part of a multi-phase project designed to leverage Michigan’s growing leadership in defense, future mobility, and innovation. The revitalized space will serve as an innovation hub, specializing in cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, and AI. It will also host manufacturing operations, an on-site training program, and broadcasting operations.
