Denso

Denso is a global manufacturer and supplier of advanced automotive technology, systems, and components, headquartered in Kariya, Japan. Founded in 1949 as an independent entity from Toyota Motor, Denso focuses on providing solutions that enhance vehicle performance and safety while minimizing environmental impact. The company’s primary business areas include powertrain control systems, thermal systems, electrification systems, mobility electronics, and sensors/semiconductor systems. Denso serves major automakers worldwide, emphasizing innovative products and technologies that contribute to a safer and more sustainable automotive environment.

Tony Cannestra

Director of Corporate Ventures

Andris Staltmanis

President of DENSO Manufacturing Michigan

Past deals in Michigan

Western Michigan University

Grant in 2024
Western Michigan University (WMU) is a public research university located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, established in 1903. It offers over 125 undergraduate and nearly 100 graduate programs across liberal arts, sciences, professional, and health fields. WMU is recognized for its strong academics, ranking among the top 100 universities in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report and being designated a top research institution by the Carnegie Foundation. The university provides a holistic education, focusing on intellectual, emotional, physical, and social development, with a emphasis on experience-driven learning. WMU's extensive facilities include state-of-the-art buildings for business, science, research, health, and arts. It also offers a vibrant extracurricular life with over 300 student organizations and NCAA Division I-A athletic teams. WMU's Extended University caters to non-degree seeking students with non-credit classes. The university provides comprehensive student services, including career counseling, job referrals, alumni mentoring, and various financial aid options.

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

Grant in 2024
Whether you are looking to gain new skills in your chosen professional field or achieving your associate’s degree, Kalamazoo Valley Community College (KVCC) might have the resources available to meet your needs. KVCC is a public college that provides certificate and degree programs in areas such as Art and New Media, Business, Drafting, and Emergency Medical Technology. Courses can be taken online or at one of the two campus locations in the Kalamazoo area: Texas Township or Arcadia Commons. These are some of the highlights of KVCC: *Kalamazoo Valley Museum with special exhibits for people of all ages *Center for New Media with technology showcases and information *Wind Energy Center featuring a wind turbine used to generate energy and educate students *Michigan Technical Education Center (M-TEC) that offers training and development of the local workforce *School and community benefits for those who are serving, or have served, in the military *Counseling services *Financial aid for qualifying students *Internships and job placement services *Private tutoring assistance If you live in Michigan, and are seeking a smaller, two-year school with ample resources to enhance your learning experience, consider Kalamazoo Valley Community College in your college search.

Michigan State University

Grant in 2024
Michigan State University, founded in 1855 and located in East Lansing, Michigan, is a comprehensive educational institution offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and research programs across various fields, including business, humanities, science and technology, and public affairs. Its academic structure comprises several colleges, including the Eli Broad College of Business and the Eli Broad Graduate School of Management, among others. In addition to its educational mission, Michigan State University manages an endowment fund with $200 million in assets, employing alternative investment strategies such as buyouts, hedge funds, and venture capital. The endowment aims for a net internal rate of return of 10%, with allocations of up to 11% of total assets dedicated to alternative investments. This fund has been operational since 1988, highlighting the university's commitment to financial stewardship in support of its educational objectives.

Lawrence Technological University

Grant in 2024
Lawrence Technological University boasts an intimate learning environment, innovative academics and success among its graduates. Located in Southfield, Michigan, Lawrence Tech offers over 100 degree options at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including master’s and doctoral degrees. Degrees are awarded in such fields as Aeronautical, Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, Bioelectronics, Business, Computer Science, Physics and such pre-professional programs as Pre-Med and Pre-Dental. Lawrence Tech also offers artistic degrees that push past the boundaries of many technological universities. Included among these are degrees in Animation and Visual Effects for Film, Digital Arts, Graphic Design, Radio and Television Broadcasting, Media Communications, Television Production and Writing. Exceedingly small classes, which usually feature no more than 16 students, enhance the Lawrence Tech learning experience and provide more interaction between student and faculty. Student life at Lawrence Tech is another reason to attend. Enhancing the academic experience, more than 60 academic, recreational, special interest, religious, cultural, service and Greek organizations can be found at Lawrence Tech. There is also a student newspaper and student government. Comfortable student housing, dining and recreational facilities also make campus life an enjoyable experience. Loans, grants, work-study, scholarships and military assistance are some of the financial aid options available to eligible students.

Kellogg Community College, Battle Creek

Grant in 2024
Kellogg Community College offers residents of Battle Creek, Michigan, a range of professional degree and certificate programs. Admissions at Kellogg are open to anyone who is at least 18 years old and has a high school diploma, GED or certificate of home school completion. Certain programs like Nursing may have additional requirements. Academics at the associate’s degree level include: * Administrative Assisting * Dental Hygiene * Fire Science * Radiography * Defense Logistics * Industrial Robotics * Sacred Music Kellogg also awards degrees and certificates in creative fields such as art and music. Kellogg’s campus life options include special interest and academic organizations and a student newspaper Financial aid is awarded through standard federal aid programs like Pell grants, loans and work-study, all of which are based exclusively on financial need. Kellogg also awards a certain number of academic scholarships to students who have a GPA of 2.5 or greater. An academic recommendation is also required to obtain the Kellogg scholarship.

MCity

Venture Round in 2017
Mcity is an autonomous vehicle research center located on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It serves as a unique urban test facility that facilitates collaboration among industry, government, and academia to enhance transportation safety, sustainability, and accessibility. Mcity combines early-stage research with real-world testing and on-road vehicle deployments to validate and advance new technologies in the mobility sector. The center is staffed by renowned researchers and aims to contribute to the development of safer and more efficient transportation systems for the benefit of society.
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