American Automotive Summit Gathers Manufacturers to Discuss Process Strategy, Supplier Oversight, Quality and Innovation

From September 16-17, automotive manufacturers and executives are meeting in Detroit to discuss strategies to optimize manufacturing and R&D in the American automotive industry, drive innovation in a competitive landscape, maximize supplier relationships, and mitigate costs.

The automotive industry is facing one of the biggest transformations in history. The last decade has seen new technology, innovation, changing customer habits, and increasingly demanding environmental requirements revolutionize how industry players develop partnerships, respond to consumer behavior, and drive transformational change.

In this fast-paced and increasingly complex automotive landscape, the American Automotive Summit helps leading automotive manufacturers navigate change through world-class content, intimate networking opportunities, and timely presentations.

From September 16-17, the summit’s meticulously curated forum will bring together top industry executives to discuss current trends, strategic insights, and best practices in manufacturing, engineering, and quality. Attendees will hear first-hand case studies and walk away with strategic insights on how to enhance manufacturing strategies, attract and retain top talent, implement supply chain optimization, and leverage new technologies. Leaders discussing the impact of digital innovation at this year’s meeting in Detroit include:

Carlo Materazzo, Head, World Class Manufacturing, FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
“World Class Manufacturing Reshaping the Automotive Industry Landscape”

Bill Foy, Senior Vice President of Engineering, DENSO
“An Automotive Industry in Flux: Discussing the Impacts of Digital Transformation”

Sanjay Singh, EVP and Chief Technology Officer, Dura Automotive Systems
“Exploring Advanced Technologies Driving Automotive Performance: Lightweighting, Electrification and Automated Driving Solutions”

Jeff McLean, Director, TPT
“Digitize to Thrive: Brilliant Manufacturing and Quality as a Better Way Forward”

The impact and benefits of automation and robotics on the automotive industry is also a focal point of the event. Leading executives will ask critical questions, such as: Is your facility prepared for automation? How do you improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)? How can we master the design of flexible and efficient production processes? How are day-to-day operations shifting with automation? Some of the quality executives speaking at the American Automotive Summit 2019 include:

Doneen McDowell, Executive Director, Manufacturing, General Motors
John Savona, VP, North America Manufacturing, Ford Motor Company
Markus Hartmann, VP, Technical Compliance, Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America
Kevin Coons, Director, Commodities Purchasing and Value Engineering, Volkswagen Group of America

Other core learning objectives:

• Balancing talent and technology in the plant
• Launching management techniques to improve speed-to-market
• QMS implementation
• Best practices for delivering manufacturing excellence
• Developing world-class, agile and lean manufacturing strategies
• Supplier relationship management to optimize costs
• P&L management for operational leaders
• Bridging the burgeoning skills gap

The American Automotive Summit will also lead conversations around the pressing issue of gender diversity in the workforce. While women are underrepresented in almost all industries, automotive is showing little progress in gender diversity, with women making up a mere 16% of the industry. The American Automotive Summit is proud to address this through our Women in Leadership Roundtable.

Led by inspirational female leaders specializing in quality, sustainability, manufacturing, and engineering, this year’s roundtable will feature top executives from General Motors, Autoliv, Lear Corporation, and Faurecia Automotive Seating.

This September we encourage you to join us for two days of thought-provoking content and exceptional networking at the American Automotive Summit.

INTERESTED IN ATTENDING?

Network with peers, connect with exhibitors, and hear from top industry influencers as we explore strategies to optimize manufacturing, drive innovation, mitigate costs, and maximize supplier relationships. This invitation-only summit provides a unique opportunity to explore innovation in production methods and evolving technologies.

Join us to:

• Engage in peer-to-peer conversations and pre-scheduled networking.
• Hear from the industry’s top automotive manufacturers and executives in an intimate, exclusive environment.
• Discover best practices for delivering manufacturing excellence.

If you are interested in attending, sponsoring or speaking at the American Automotive Summit, applications are open now. Please submit your request here.

Highlights from previous events and this year’s agenda can be found on the American Automotive Summit website.