2022 FAV Summit Highlights
From Innovation to Implementation
The 2022 FAV Summit marked a shift from early exploration to real-world progress in automated mobility. Leaders across government, infrastructure, and private industry came together to share insights, align strategies, and advance deployment efforts.
As technologies matured, the Summit highlighted growing collaboration and the increasing role of automation, electrification, and connectivity in shaping the future of transportation.
Featured Speakers
Sheryl Connelly
Chief Futurist, Ford Motor Company
Sheryl Connelly serves as Ford’s Chief Futurist, where she leads global efforts in long-term thinking, strategy, and trend analysis. Her work focuses on identifying emerging shifts and translating future insights into product development, design, and corporate strategy across the organization. Recognized by Forbes as one of the Most Influential Women in Futuring and by Fast Company as one of the Most Creative People in Business, she has advised the World Economic Forum and spoken globally, including at TED. She holds degrees in finance, business administration, and law.
Greg Slater
Executive Director and CEO of the Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority (THEA)
Greg Slater serves as Executive Director and CEO of THEA, overseeing a dynamic transportation network that supports over 100,000 daily commuters and advances regional mobility. Prior to this role, he served as Secretary of the Maryland Department of Transportation, bringing more than two decades of public service experience across multiple transportation modes. Under his leadership, THEA continues to prioritize innovation, infrastructure investment, and technology-driven solutions to enhance connectivity and quality of life.
John R. Easterling
Executive Director, Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX)
Michelle Maikisch (MY-kish) is the Executive Director of the Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX), overseeing a 125-mile network serving nearly 80 million residents and visitors across five counties. Known for her high-energy, inclusive leadership, she led CFX’s first performance-driven strategic plan and is guiding $4 billion in infrastructure projects through 2028. With over 20 years of experience, Maikisch is committed to building a world-class, integrated mobility network that keeps Central Florida moving for generations.
