Planet M, an initiative of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

Seun Phillips is the Director of Planet M, an initiative of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). Phillips joined MEDC in 2017 as the Director, where he is responsible for growing operations, partnerships and development within Michigan’s connected autonomous vehicle industry. 

Prior to joining MEDC, Phillips served as the Vice President of Education and Engagement at the Michigan Science Center in Detroit, MI. Phillips was responsible for programming and developing partnerships between corporations, schools, foundations and community organizations.

Phillips started his professional career as a Senior Electrical Engineer at Motorola Mobile Devices, where he focused on audio circuitry and accessory compatibility. Phillips went on to co-found the Chicago-based non-profit, Project SYNCERE, with the mission to increase the number of underrepresented and disadvantaged K-12th grade students pursuing science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). 

Phillips also founded STEMNETICS with the mission to prepare students with 21st Century Skills through the utilization of hands-on STEM activities throughout Michigan. Phillips is responsible for securing contracts, grant funding and strategic partnerships for schools and non-profit organizations.

Phillips graduated from the University of Michigan with a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and a minor in mathematics. Phillips received the Five Under Ten from his alma mater to recognize his professional achievements and contributions to the community-at-large. He also received the Conversations Awards, which highlighted Chicago’s most dynamic movers and shakers within Entrepreneurship, Medicine and Non-Profit businesses. Phillips serves on the Board of Directors for Project SYNCERE and the Folu Phillips Foundation.