May 28, 2025 ~ In this episode of The Michigan Opportunity, host Ed Clemente is joined by Dwight Ferrell, General Manager of Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART), to discuss the challenges and opportunities in regional transportation. Dwight touches on the need for sustainable funding and integrated transit systems to drive economic development. Then, Glenn Stevens, Executive Director of MichAuto, stops by to share insights on Michigan’s automotive and mobility industry. Glen highlights the state’s unique assets, talent development, and strategies for retaining its position as a global leader in automotive innovation and diversification.