Dan Jaraczewski is the sole proprietor of R&E Automated, a company he started in 1999. Headquartered in Romeo, Michigan, it is an internationally recognized leader in the automation, engineering and prototype build industries, servicing over 500 customers worldwide and employing over 450 professionals.

Dan brings his experience, passions and skills to the company, which continues to thrive and grow. Dan has a personal drive to help those in need, has been involved in various projects over the years as a business owner and a leader. Community involvement and volunteerism are engrained into the R&E corporate atmosphere.

With a particular interest in the health, welfare and education of children, Dan decided to start his own foundation in 2019 called DRIVE, an R&E Family Foundation. This foundation will allow Dan, his family and his R&E team to make a greater impact and create a brighter future for the children of Michigan.

DRIVE will focus on the wellness of children—offering assistance in health, nutrition, safety and common needs. The foundation will also initiate partnerships with local schools to help the availability of education to children of all ages who do not have the means to participate in higher education and training. DRIVE strives to create scholarships and other assistance programs to assist in the growth and education enhancement of the community’s youth.