Urban Innovation & Mobility Technology Leader; CEO of Michigan Central; Co-Founder of Sidewalk Labs; Smart Cities Expert

Detroit, MI, USA
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Josh Sirefman Biography

Josh Sirefman is the chief executive officer of Michigan Central, where he leads the transformation of a historic 30-acre district in Detroit into a global hub for mobility innovation and urban technology. Under his leadership, Michigan Central is recognized as a significant economic development project in the United States, fostering collaboration among technologists, entrepreneurs, artists, and major industry partners such as Ford and Google to address challenges in transportation and urban living.

Sirefman's career spans both public and private sectors, with roles at the intersection of urban planning, technology, and real estate development. Prior to Michigan Central, he co-founded and served as president of Sidewalk Labs, Alphabet's urban innovation unit, where he led projects including the Sidewalk Toronto initiative. He also founded a development services firm that managed large-scale projects for clients such as Cornell University, including the creation of its Roosevelt Island tech campus. Earlier, Sirefman contributed to New York City's economic development under Mayor Michael Bloomberg, leading initiatives such as the redevelopment of the World Trade Center site and serving as interim president of the New York City Economic Development Corporation.

Sirefman is a public speaker and frequently shares expertise on urban futures, innovation ecosystems, and public-private collaboration at conferences and in media interviews. He serves on several boards, including the New York Restoration Project and the University of Michigan Taubman College Urban Tech Program Advisory Board. Sirefman holds a master's degree in urban planning from the University of Michigan and a bachelor's degree from Wesleyan University.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 11/19/2025.

Josh Sirefman Videos

Panel on Future of Cities | Josh Sirefman

Panel on Future of Cities | Josh Sirefman

What does the future hold for cities? Andy Gloor   CEO, Sterling Bay Joshua Sirefman    CEO, Michigan Central Joe Furst,...

Panel on Detroit Public Spaces | Josh Sirefman

Panel on Detroit Public Spaces | Josh Sirefman

During biennial symposia, the High Line Network convenes 250+ leaders from the infrastructure reuse field to connect with and learn from each other....

Talk on Michigan Central's Impact | Josh Sirefman

Talk on Michigan Central's Impact | Josh Sirefman

University of Michigan Alumnus Joshua Sirefman, CEO of Michigan Central, tells how the sprawling, 30-acre mobility district centered at the historic...

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