March 21, 2026 ~ Hear from Michael Zahuranic, director of business development at BAE Systems, as he talks about how their Sterling Heights campus that serves as a key hub for engineering, program management, and prototyping of military ground vehicles. BAE Systems is a global defense and aerospace leader delivering advanced military vehicles, systems, and technologies to the U.S. Department of Defense and international partners. Michael also discusses his more than 21 years of US Army experience and why his family chose Michigan to call home. We dive into Southeast Michigan’s role in the defense and aerospace sectors by talking with Vicki Selva, the executive director of The Detroit Regional Defense Coalition. She takes us through how the coalition is driving collaboration, shaping supportive policy, and leveraging the region’s unique assets to attract investment and high-quality jobs.