American Center for Mobility reflects on major successes as outgoing CEO heads to SAE International

Search for a new CEO is underway to guide American Center for Mobility to next
generation of mobility

Media Contacts: Barbara Fornasiero, Eafocus Communications [email protected]; 248.260.8466; Jennifer Hayman, Ann Arbor SPARK; [email protected]; 734.527.9141.

Ypsilanti Township, Mich.—April 22, 2026—The American Center for Mobility (ACM), a
500- acre campus and test track located at the historic Willow Run site near Ann Arbor,
Michigan, and focused on safe, sustainable and secure advances in mobility
technology, announces a search for a new CEO to replace Reuben Sarkar, who joined
ACM in 2020 and has been tapped to be the CEO of SAE International. The
announcement of the search was made by Paul Krutko, treasurer of the ACM board and
president and CEO of Ann Arbor SPARK. Krutko, one of ACM’s earliest champions,
brings deep familiarity with the organization’s mission and initiatives. He will provide
interim leadership during the transition and work with a board-designated search
committee to identify ACM’s next CEO.

“Reuben has been an exceptional leader for ACM, guiding the organization through a
period of significant growth and positioning it as a nationally recognized asset in mobility innovation,” Krutko said. “Thanks to his leadership, ACM enters its next chapter with strong momentum, and we are focused on identifying a leader who can build on that foundation and continue to advance ACM’s role in shaping the future of mobility.”

Breaking ground in 2016 to ensure mobility innovation remained centered in Michigan,
ACM was built ahead of its time as a purpose-driven, nonprofit testing and innovation
campus. Despite challenges brought on by the pandemic and global supply chain
disruptions, the organization has continued to grow, demonstrating how targeted
infrastructure investment can translate into sustained industry activity, job creation, and long-term economic impact for the region.

ACM impact highlights include:
• 5,596 test track hours logged in 2025, with 2026 on target to exceed that number
• 52 events hosted from 2020 to 2025
• 90% of its 35,430 square feet of office space is currently leased, with several
long-term commitments into the next decade

• 50,000+ visitors from 2020 to 2025, including 247 tours hosted for 2,500
individuals, representing 189 companies, trade associations and global
delegations
• While the testing performed at ACM is largely confidential, its residents include
global automotive powerhouses, heavy duty trucking, universities, startups and
logistics companies
• Since opening, ACM has attracted $100 million in matching funds, including
corporate contributions, commercial revenue, federal R&D grants, and other
income sources, and has generated $3 million in state and local taxes and
payments in lieu of taxes (PILOT)

Krutko’s interim leadership will be supported by Don Remboski, mobility entrepreneur
and chair of ACM’s Board of Directors. Sarkar’s last day with the organization is May
15, 2026.

“As ACM moves into its next decade of advancing mobility, the ACM board is eager to
fill the role with a tested leader who can keep Michigan ahead of the competition in the
high stakes race toward future mobility dominance,” Remboski said.

About the American Center for Mobility

The American Center for Mobility is a nonprofit mobility and technology campus located
at historic Willow Run in Ypsilanti Township, Michigan. ACM provides infrastructure,
testing environments, event space, and convening power to help organizations advance
safe, sustainable, and secure technologies across transportation and related industries.
Learn more at acmwillowrun.org.

About Ann Arbor SPARK

Ann Arbor SPARK, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to advancing the economy of
the Ann Arbor region, making it a desired place for innovation, business growth, and
talented individuals to live and work. Our mission is to position the Ann Arbor region as
a hub recognized for its academic, business, and community resources, as well as our
collaborative culture. By encouraging and supporting business acceleration, attraction,
and retention, Ann Arbor SPARK identifies and meets the needs of businesses at every
stage, from startups to large organizations. We collaborate with business, academic,
government, and community investor partners to foster a thriving ecosystem. For more
information, please visit www.AnnArborUSA.org.