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The 2025 theme, Collaboration Driving Innovation, will include topics such as automation / digital, sustainability, anti-corrosion, specialty coatings, and color. The conference will be held in-person at Laurel Manor Livonia Michigan; however, a hybrid option is also available.

Why Should You Attend FOCUS?
Technology
Get the latest updates, directly from the experts! Hear from OEM's, Tier Suppliers and Industry Veterans.
Connections
Hear the voice of the customer! Network with the industry's top researchers and discuss challenges with suppliers. Meet the next generation of professionals.
Value
Get a pulse on what the industry needs and generate real-world solutions for your organization.
Inspiration
Recharge your battery with a bevy of new ideas and valuble contacts.
Location:
Close to the I-275 / I-96 Interchange. Exit 173 Newburgh Road from I-96
Map:
The DSCT Board Members
- Akriti Agarwal, Henkel
- Andre Bendo, Sun Chemical
- Akash Saraf (Chair)
- Brandon Petrouskie, FANUC
- Sarah Hodapp, General Motors
- Deanne Jensen, PPG (Secretary)
- Jon Lawniczak, Elinor Coatings (President)
- Aaron Lockhart, Covestro
- Tracey Moorer, FANUC
- Brian Okerberg, PPG
- Keith Stricker AAL Chem (Treasurer)
- Jeff Tish, United Mineral & Chemical
- Mikhail Trought, Ford Motor Company
- Jake Welland, Axalta Co-Chair)
- Qingling Zhang, BASF
- Marcy Zimmer, Ford Motor Company
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