Tech Collaboration Events
EDUCATION-TO-BUSINESS TECH COLLABORATION EVENTS
Oakland County is hosting a series of events designed to connect business leaders with higher education institutions. The events will include presentations from local colleges or universities and a networking session for decision makers to build deeper ties and foster collaboration within the following industries:
- IT/Computer Services
- Robotics Integration
- Research, Engineering & Design
MiTechCon October 28-30, 2026 at Oakland University
October 28-30, 2026 at Oakland University
Oakland County Tech Collaboration invites technical employers, founders, engineering leaders, and technology teams to explore MITechCon 2026, October 28-30, 2026 at Oakland University. The conference connects Michigan's technology community through practical sessions, workshops, regional leadership, and talent development opportunities.
Defense & Advanced Manufacturing Conference
Date:
11/13/2023 8:00 AM - 4:00 PMOakland Community College - Auburn Hills Campus
OAKLAND COUNTY BUSINESSES: Opportunities in 3-D Printing & Additive Manufacturing

Hear from Prime Contractors, U.S. Army and Industry Leaders on the future of manufacturing. Learn about how you can tool your business for profit in this new economy.
- Develop supplier relationship
- Diversify customer portfolio
- Access local resources
- Focus on additive manufacturing & 3-D printing
Agenda
8:00 A.M.
Networking Breakfast
(provided)
8:30
Welcome
Senator Gary Peters (invited)
Opening Comments & Introductions
9:00
GE Aviation
Advanced Manufacturing Initiative
9:40
Army Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC)
Military Additive Manufacturing/3-D Printing Program
10:20
Break
10:30
NAMC (National Advanced Mobility Consortium Army OTA
Opportunities in Lightweighting
11:10
Congresswoman Haley Stevens (invited)
11:30
Working Lunch
lunch and refreshments included
12:30 P.M.
Panel #1
Advanced Manufacturing in Oakland County
1:15
Panel #2
The Future of Opportunities in Additive Manufacturing
2:00
Networking Break
2:30
Breakout Sessions
3:45 P.M.
Closing Comments
Cost: $30 |Oakland County Firms
Cost: $50 |Non-Oakland County Firms
Limited Space Available Includes Breakfast & Lunch