The Detroit Society for Coatings Technology presents:

    Welcome To DSCT FOCUS

    Mark Your Calendars, Thursday May 1, 2025

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    For over 47 years, paint professionals have been gathering together at FOCUS to discuss the opportunities and challenges we face in the coatings industry. They’ve changed a lot over time. Technologies have come and gone. Productivity improvements, quality management, environmental stewardship and new test method development are all items we want to stay on top of. FOCUS is the leading forum to expand your network, share ideas and learn what’s new in the industry.

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    Welcome To DSCT FOCUS

    For over 47 years, paint professionals have been gathering together at FOCUS to discuss the opportunities and challenges we face in the coatings industry. They’ve changed a lot over time. Technologies have come and gone. Productivity improvements, quality management, environmental stewardship and new test method development are all items we want to stay on top of. FOCUS is the leading forum to expand your network, share ideas and learn what’s new in the industry.

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    What To Expect


    The 2024 theme, Emerging Challenges, Sustainable Solutions, 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.


    *Mark your calendars for Thursday, April 18, 2024 for this special event.


     What you can expect from the conference:


    • Continental breakfast fit for royalty
    • Panel discussion with industry experts
    • Two tracks of technical presentations with the option of specialized workshop activities
    • Leaders from top companies including: Ford, GM, Stellantis, Axalta, BASF, PPG, Covestro, Eastman, Henkel and Evonik
    • Invigorating lunch (vegetarian available)
    • In-person poster session highlighting the talents from local universities
    • Industry exhibitor displays and product samples
    • Continuous networking opportunities to better connect you with all layers in the industry
    • Pound-for-pound, the best annual coatings conference at the lowest cost!



    Why 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.


    What Industry Professionals Are Saying...


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    History Of FOCUS

    The Detroit Society for Coatings Technology has been presenting FOCUS – the premier automotive coatings conference – for over 47 years. Check out scenes and details from recent FOCUS conferences.

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    The Detroit Society for Coatings Technology Board


    • Akriti Agarwal, Henkel
    • John Boisseau, Eastman Chemical
    • Vernon Comeaux, Stellantis
    • Sarah Hodapp, General Motors
    • Deanne Jensen, PPG (Secretary)
    • Jon Lawniczak, Eckart (President)
    • Aaron Lockhart, Covestro
    • Vijay Mannari, Eastern Michigan University
    • Tracey Moorer, FANUC
    • Brian Okerberg, PPG (Chair)
    • Keith Stricker AAL Chem (Treasurer)
    • Jeff Tish, Anderson Development
    • Mikhail Trought, Ford Motor Company
    • Jake Welland, Axalta Coatings (Co-Chair)
    • Qingling Zhang, BASF
    • Marcy Zimmer, Ford Motor Company



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