MacKenzie Habash

Background

About MacKenzie Habash

I design ambitious programs that turn emerging technologies into real-world impact. As a strategist working at the intersection of innovation, workforce development, and economic transformation, I lead initiatives that don’t just react to industry change—they help shape it. At Invest WindsorEssex, I oversee strategy and program operations for the Automobility & Innovation Centre, where we support tech companies, train the next generation of talent, and build national partnerships that move Canada’s mobility sector forward. I’ve led the development of Canada’s top-performing EV battery training program, helped launch one of the country’s most technologically advanced VR Labs, and worked closely with founders and policymakers to solve complex, systems-level challenges. My approach is collaborative, action-oriented, and grounded in the belief that public innovation can be both ambitious and deeply practical. Named one of Canada’s Emerging Leaders by The Peak, I’m driven by the people, ideas, and technologies pushing industries forward—and always open to conversations that challenge the status quo.