Planet Forward at Ford | Innovation inside Michigan Central
Step inside Detroit’s future with a look at Michigan Central, where innovation meets
impact in one of the city’s most iconic buildings. In this video, meet Carolina Plusczcynski and
Myka Burley — two change-makers turning Michigan Central into a launchpad for mobility,
technology, and community transformation. With collaboration at the core, this space brings
together startups, researchers, and city leaders to tackle real-world challenges in equitable and
inclusive ways.
Since reopening, the historic railway station has become more than a restored landmark — it’s a
growing innovation ecosystem helping redefine Detroit’s identity. The project is part of a $1
billion investment in the area, showing how strategic development can power both progress and
purpose. Click to discover how these trailblazers are bridging Detroit’s past with its limitless
potential.