Elevate 2025

The inaugural
evening.

Elevate began in 2025 at Emagine Royal Oak, bringing together leaders and professionals from across Southeast Michigan.

The leadership conversation

Jeff Morrison.
Paul Glantz.

Perspectives from automotive leadership and the entertainment industry helped shape the first Elevate.

Jeff Morrison of General Motors and Paul Glantz of Emagine Entertainment joined the inaugural program, alongside professional recognition, networking, and dinner.

Hosted by ISM Southeast Michigan, with GNS North America as presenting sponsor.

The inaugural Elevate leadership panel

2025 award recipients

Recognizing leadership
and service.

Dave Nelson Procurement Leader of the Year

Jeff Morrison

General Motors

Rising Star Award

Christina Meredith

2025 recipient

Pillar of Excellence Award

Luke Tappen

2025 recipient

Explore the awards archive