Ford CEO Chief of Staff Awenate Cobbina named CEO of Michigan Central
Awenate Cobbina became CEO of the 30-acre Michigan Central Innovation District in Detroit effective immediately, replacing Josh Sirefman. The former Ford CEO and president chief of staff brings 13 years of experience in Detroit across sports, hospitality, and public policy. Michigan Central forecasts $3.2B in annual economic impact by 2028, with jobs rising from 1,420 to 2,500 and a NoMad hotel opening in 2027.