In this week’s “50 CEO’s on the D: Detroit Renaissance Reports,” Doug Rothwell speaks with Michael Johnston, CEO and Chairman of Visteon Corporation. Visteon is a leading Automotive Global Supplier of interior car components, such as climate and lighting systems.

Johnston talks about the efforts Michigan leaders must make in order to maintain their global position in a world that is constantly evolving. He recommends confronting challenges proactively, and to not let problems go ignored.
Rothwell and Johnston discuss how Michigan’s innovative technologies are ultimately what continue to put the region in the forefront of the automotive industry, and that it is up to the company leaders to take on the responsibility of maintaining the area as a globally recognized force.

The podcast features further insight on how Johnston believes that technological innovation is becoming more important in order for Michigan to compete in a global market.

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