The automotive industry is in flux. Disrupted by COVID-19, technology and new market entrants, it is going to change more in the next 5 to 10 years than it has in the last 50 (Mary T. Barra).
Automakers are now faced with protecting existing business whilst preparing for seismic change. Somethings however are clear; failure to evolve products and business models will prove fatal. And, timing is everything.
Reuters Events Automotive Summit brings together CEOs, Innovators and Disruptors from across the world, as they take to the stage to set the Automotive Industry agenda for years to come. This is the most senior OEM driven meeting of all time.
This strategic congress has been reimagined in the era of social distancing, hosted via our bespoke digital conferencing platform and live stream. This meeting is THE automotive meeting of the year and the most talked about event of 2020.
Ola Källenius Chairman of the Board of Management Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG
Carlos Tavares Chairman of the Managing Board PSA Groupe
James D. Farley, Jr. Chief Executive Officer Ford Motor Company
Joe White Global Automotive Industry Editor Reuters
Mark Reuss President General Motors Company
Ashwani Gupta Chief Operating Officer Nissan Motor Co., Ltd
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Dr. Youngcho Chi President & Chief Innovation Officer Hyundai Motor Group
Ola Källenius Chairman of the Board of Management Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG
Carlos Tavares Chairman of the Managing Board PSA Groupe
Scott Keogh CEO and President Volkswagen Group of America
Astrid Fontaine, PhD Member of the Board People, Digitalization & IT Bentley Motors
James D. Farley, Jr. Chief Executive Officer Ford Motor Company
Larry Dominique President and CEO PSA North America, Inc.
José Muñoz Global Chief Operating Officer Hyundai Motor Company President and CEO Hyundai Motor North America & Hyundai Motor America
Mark Reuss President General Motors Company
Carla Bailo President and CEO Center for Automotive Research (CAR)
Dana W. White Chief Communications Officer Hyundai Motor North America
Ernie Garcia, III Chairman and CEO Carvana
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This meeting is unique in that it brings together a senior network of 5000+ automotive leaders from across different departments, yet maintains an intimate, tailored agenda that was designed by the industry for the industry.
All stakeholders. All functions. 1 place.
The most cross-functional automotive event in the world, giving you the opportunity to network with executive from Leadership, Board, Tech, Innovation, R&D, C.A.S.E, Digital, Experience, Sales, Marketing, Brand and more.
CEO and Board Level News
Access the most exclusive collection of CEO and Board level speakers to get ahead of priorities, next steps and be inspired by the most forward-thinking minds all in one place.
Reuters Editorial Interviews
Our editorial colleagues are keen to drive debate and will leave live fireside chats onstage with the biggest names across automotive. Prepare for household names to take to the stage with direction-setting insights and industry leading analysis
Business, Culture and Beyond
This meeting does not only focus on innovative strategies and business goals, but we drill down into industry topics that touch us personally, from culture and people to diversity and inclusion, this meeting has the power to make long lasting impact
Getting Personal
Unlike other events, we get to know the industry personally, we drill down on individual challenges, hopes and dreams to ensure this meeting provides a platform to inspire, collaborate and network, so together we can challenge what’s possible
We are dedicated to uniting women in automotive and advocates for diversity within the workplace. Please do get in touch to help us push this agenda forward.
We are delighted to be joined by such inspirational leaders including:
Hayley Dunn, Head of Automotive, Reuters Events
We are excited to partner with the Center for Automotive Diversity, Inclusion & Advancement to ensure together we are a voice for the industry, and continue to push this important message worldwide![]()
Sandra Phillips Rogers Chief Diversity Officer and Chief Legal Officer Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Vicki Poponi Vice President, Digital Customer Journey American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Michelle Krebs Director, Automotive relations AutoTrader.com
Astrid Fontaine, PhD Member of the Board People, Digitalization & IT Bentley Motors
Brooke Skinner Ricketts Chief Experience Officer cars.com
Jessica Stafford Senior Vice President Consumer Solutions Autotrader Senior Vice President Consumer Solutions Kelley Blue Book
Lou Ann Hammond CEO Driving the Nation
Cheryl Thompson Founder Center for Automotive Diversity, Inclusion & Advancement
Carla Bailo President and CEO Center for Automotive Research (CAR)
Audra Fordin CEO / Founder Women Auto Know
Liza Borches President and CEO Carter Myers Automotive
Scotty Reiss Founder A Girls Guide to Cars
Angela Zepeda Chief Marketing Officer Hyundai Motor America
Dana W. White Chief Communications Officer Hyundai Motor North America
Kimberley Gardiner Vice President and CMO Mitsubishi Motors North America
Michelle L. Avary Head of Automotive and Autonomous Mobility The World Economic Forum
Cathy Palochko Senior Vice President, Automotive Performance Solutions GP Strategies
Lisa Materazzo Vice President, Lexus Marketing Lexus
Our goal is to inspire the automotive industry, challenge what’s possible and provide a platform for the world’s greatest leaders.
We are disrupting the traditional conference model and offering you the ultimate conference experience.
Larry Dominique, Chairman and CEO, PSA North America, Inc.
The friction between traditional automotive retail models and the reality of today’s digital consumer is a paradigm that can be solved with thoughtful practices![]()
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Scott Keogh, CEO and President, Volkswagen Group of America
Electromobility offers the opportunity to restart the automotive market![]()
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Dr. Youngcho Chi, President & Chief Innovation Officer, Hyundai Motor Group
Not only Hyundai, but all global auto manufacturers have realized that generating revenue solely from selling vehicles is not a sustainable, viable option. It is better to disrupt than being disrupted![]()
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