Tuesday, May 06, 2025
11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Join us for an exciting panel discussion on the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear! Celebrating its third year back at its original home on the streets of Downtown Detroit, this year’s event will take place on the iconic 1.7-mile, nine-turn street circuit that runs along the award-winning Detroit Riverwalk from May 30-June 1, 2025.
Since its return to Downtown Detroit in 2023, the Grand Prix has connected communities and generated millions in total spending. The panel will delve into the economic benefits of the Grand Prix for Southeastern Michigan, emphasizing its role in bringing Detroit to an international audience and creating an inclusive experience for fans.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the positive impact of hosting NTT INDYCAR SERIES and IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship races in the Motor City and to engage with key figures in the motorsports community.
11:00 a.m. Network Café
11:30 – 11:50 a.m. Speaker Reception
Open to DEC Board, Life and Gold Members with up to two accompanied guests
11:30 a.m. Plated Lunch
12:10 p.m. Program
1:15 p.m. Adjourn & CRA Networking
Optional, but greatly appreciated
If your schedule permits, please stay after the program for a few minutes and network with over 250 DEC Career Readiness Academy (CRA) graduates.
This meeting includes the culmination of our CRA program, which is the opportunity for our high school students to utilize the skills they learned during the 6-month career exploration program by networking. To learn more about CRA, click here.
$55 – DEC Members
$65 – Guests of DEC Members
$90 – Non-Members
Tony Michaels
President & CEO
The Parade Company
Bud Denker
Chairman, Detroit Grand Prix
President, Penske Corporation
Santino Michael Ferrucci (born May 31, 1998) is an American racing driver. He competes in the IndyCar Series, driving the No 14 Chevrolet for A. J. Foyt Enterprises. He has also previously raced in the FIA Formula 2 Championship and the NASCAR Xfinity Series.
Myles Rowe (born June 19, 2000) is an American racing driver. He is set to compete in the 2025 Indy NXT driving for Abel Motorsports with Force Indy. He is the 2023 USF Pro 2000 champion. Rowe competed in the 2022 USF2000 Championship with Pabst Racing as well as with Force Indy.