Innovation in the transportation sector is happening at an accelerating pace. Changes in vehicle powertrains, smart, connected vehicles and the data required to manage multi-modal transportation systems are driving an amazing transformation.

In this overview, you will get an update on resources & services CITM brings to our start-up clients, including our Venture Growth team and programs from CITM partners including Linamar, FYELABS, MMRI and NeuronicWorks. As well, OVIN will present an overview of their grant programs for R&D and Talent Development.

This session is key to any sized company innovating in the transportation, smart infrastructure and electrical / vehicular hydrogen space. Whether you are a small, innovating start-up or a larger technology company focused on smart, connected, electrified vehicles, smart transportation infrastructure or energy infrastructure, this update is right for you.

Meet the Speakers:

Richard Dunda, Director at The Centre for Integrated Transportation and Mobility (CITM)

Richard Dunda leads the Centre for Integrated Transportation and Mobility (CITM) as Director and is an Expert Advisor at the Innovation Factory. In addition, Richard also sits on a number of Strategic Advisory Boards or as a Strategic Advisor for several start-up and scale-up companies. Richard recently completed his Private Company Director’s Certificate to prepare for roles on the fudiciary boards of scale-up and Growth.

John George, Electric Vehicle Sector Manager at the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)

John George is the Sector Manager, Electric Vehicles for the OVIN program at OCI. John brings many years of experience in technology, project management and client representation to the role. In his role at OVIN, John is focused on helping individuals and SMEs commercialize revolutionary ideas in the automotive & mobility space.

Corey Shenken, Regional Innovation Lead, Automotive & Mobility Innovation @ OCI

With experience in workforce development and project management, I bring a strategic and innovative approach to support business development initiatives. My experience in workforce development has led to my ability to understand and address talent needs, fostering an environment of growth and learning. In project management, I have successfully led teams and managed resources to deliver quality projects on time and within budget.

As I begin a career in business development and innovation, I am eager to leverage my strategic thinking and creative problem-solving abilities to lead strategic initiatives and foster sustainable growth. My proactive mindset and passion to collaborate allows me to build strong relationships and deliver exceptional results.