You’re Invited

Join us on Thursday, October 9th from 12:00–1:00 PM for an exclusive executive luncheon and roundtable discussion on the real challenges shaping today’s workplace.

Event Details:

Date: October 9, 2025
Lunch: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Location: DBI Showroom
912 E. Michigan Ave. Lansing, MI 48912

About the Event:

With featured guests Lansing Mayor Andy Schor and Franco Bianchi, CEO of Haworth, a global furniture maker and workplace solutions company headquartered in Michigan, we’ll open the floor to an honest, peer-to-peer conversation about leadership, workplace design, and the evolving future of work. 

Roundtable Discussion Topics Like:

  • Discussion around how the government and the private sector are working together in Lansing to drive growth, innovation, and community impact.

  • What design strategies are helping companies retain talent and spark innovation?

  • What’s holding back collaboration, from layout to leadership, and how do we fix it?

  • How are leaders balancing team well-being, transparency, and performance in uncertain times?

  • What does it take to lead through change and build a company that lasts?

Featured Guests:

Franco Bianchi, President & CEO of Haworth

Bio

Franco Bianchi assumed the role of President and Chief Executive Officer of Haworth, Inc. in July 2005. He oversees and directs the performance of the global organization, which comprises Haworth North America, Haworth Europe, and Haworth Asia Pacific. Bianchi began his career with Haworth in 1992.

Mayor Andy Schor

Bio

Andy Schor serves as the 52nd Mayor of Lansing, Michigan. Under Mayor Schor’s leadership, Lansing has seen billions in new investments all across the city either completed or in progress. Economic development and inclusive growth throughout Lansing remains a priority for Mayor Schor.

EVENT IS FULL!

Registration is Closed.

Join us on Thursday, October 9th from 2:00–6:00 PM as we officially unveil our newly renovated showroom.

We are celebrating with an open house to welcome our community, clients, partners, and friends.