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• Coffee Break with Foley & Lardner: Supplier Risk from EV Delayed Programs

  • When
    Thursday, May 29, 2025
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    11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
  • Location
    Webinar

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  Coffee Break: Supplier Risk from EV Delayed Programs

  May 29 @ 11:00 am - 11:15 am

  Featuring SAA’s Exclusive Legal Partner:

  

  

  This coffee break will provide an overview of the mounting risk of EV programs and what automotive suppliers need to watch.

  What are SAA Coffee Breaks?

  We know your time is limited and valuable. SAA’s Coffee Breaks are 15-minute presentations on timely and relevant topics. SAA Coffee Breaks are free and open to the industry.

  
  

  Speakers include:

  

  Ann Marie Uetz

  Partner, Foley & Lardner

   

  

  Steve Wybo

  Senior Managing Director, Riveron

  
  

  Attendance is free, but registration is required. 

  
  

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• The Road Ahead – Innovation, Investment, and the Next Era of Mobility

  • When
    Thursday, June 05, 2025
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    7:45 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    FORVIA North American Headquarters, 2800 High Meadow Circle, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
  • Spaces left
    78

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  The Road Ahead - Innovation, Investment and the Next Era of Mobility

  June 5 @ 7:45 am - 12:30 pm

  Hosted by:

  

  Explore the Future of the Automotive Industry with Top Experts and Decision-Makers

  The mobility industry is at an inflection point. As electrification, autonomy, and software-defined vehicles take center stage, what comes next? The Road Ahead brings together the industry’s top executives, investors, and innovators to navigate the shifting landscape and uncover opportunities in manufacturing, investment, and emerging mobility solutions.

  Join us for an exclusive, content-rich event where thought leaders will discuss the latest advancements in global automotive innovation—examining everything from the rise of Chinese OEMs to the strategies driving U.S. manufacturing competitiveness. With insights from leading investors, manufacturers, and subject matter experts, this event is essential for those looking to stay ahead in an evolving industry.

  Agenda Highlights:

  Keynote: “Chinese OEMs: Innovating the Future of Mobility”
  Terry Woychowski, President at Caresoft Global, will explore how Chinese automakers are setting the pace in EV innovation, software-defined vehicles, and manufacturing efficiency—and what Western companies can learn from their approach.

  Fireside Chat: “Investment Strategies in Mobility”
  Industry investors, including Jessica Robinson (Assembly Ventures) and Justin Steil (MiddleGround Capital), will discuss where capital is flowing beyond electrification and the evolving role of corporate and independent venture capital.

  Panel: “What’s Next for Mobility After Electrification and Autonomy?”
  Experts from Hella, Indie Semiconductor, Assembly Ventures, and Bank of America will discuss the next frontier in mobility.

  Panel: “Manufacturing in the U.S.: Reviving Competitiveness and Innovation”
  A deep dive into how the U.S. can reclaim its leadership in automotive manufacturing, featuring perspectives from Forvia, Caresoft Global, Sino Auto Insights, Foley & Lardner, MEMA, and Detroit Manufacturing Systems.

  Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders and shape the future of mobility.

  Agenda:

  • 7:45 a.m.  – Registration and Networking Breakfast
  • 8:30 a.m.  – Opening Remarks
  • 8:45 a.m. – Keynote Presentation
  • 9:15 a.m. – Fireside Chat
  • 10:15 a.m. – Break
  • 10:30 a.m. – Panel Discussion #1
  • 11:30 a.m. – Panel Discussion #2
  • 12:30 pm. – Closing Remarks

  Speakers Include:

  • Jessica Robinson, Partner, Assembly Ventures
  • Justin Steil, Partner, MiddleGround Capital
  • Stephane Prince, Vice President Operations North America, Foriva
  • Jamie Butters, Executive Editor, Automotive News
  • Terry Woychowski, President, Caresoft Global
  • Tu Le, Managing Director, Sino Auto Insights
  • Patrick Sheposh, EVP, Head of US Automotive Team, Ipsos
  • Donald McClymont, CEO, Indie Semiconductor
  • John Murphy, Managing Director, Bank of America
  • Manoj Singh, Global Product Line Director and Body Control Segment Head North and South America, FORVIA HELLA
  • Mike Jackson, Executive Director, Strategy and Research MEMA

  
  

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• Coffee Break: Mid-Year Review of the Automotive Industry

  • When
    Tuesday, June 10, 2025
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    11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
  • Location
    Webinar

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  Coffee Break: Mid-Year Review of the Automotive Industry

  June 10 @ 11:00 am - 11:15 am

  Join the experts from Plante Moran for an insightful webinar as they explore the current state of the automotive industry. They will delve into the impact of tariffs on vehicle volumes, electrification trends, and the availability of rare earth materials.

  What are SAA Coffee Breaks?

  We know your time is limited and valuable. SAA’s Coffee Breaks are 15-minute presentations on timely and relevant topics. SAA Coffee Breaks are free and open to the industry.

  There is no cost to attend but registration is required.

  
  

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• Disrupted: The New Competitive Reality in Automotive

  • When
    Friday, June 20, 2025
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    8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Caresoft Global, 31770 Enterprise Drive, Livonia, MI 48150
  • Spaces left
    160

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  Disrupted: The New Competitive Reality in Automotive

  June 20 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

  

  
  

  

  U.S. and legacy OEMs and suppliers are facing immense pressures today -- not just from policy shifts like tariffs but from a new wave of highly competitive and fast-moving international players. Join the SAA and Caresoft Global for a timely discussion exploring the broader forces shaping today’s automotive landscape, focusing on China’s emerging dominance in vehicle design, technology, vehicle development speed, and speed to market.

  

  This session will address:

  • Why tariffs aren't the only story—and what is
  • Key takeaways from the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show
  • Chinese OEMs are achieving better features, lower prices, and faster innovation
  • How, Why, “What does it mean?”
  • Actionable insights: Competitive Benchmarking, Cultural & Organizational shifts, “What can we do?”

  Featured speaker:

  

  Terry Woychowski

  President, Caresoft Global

   

  $49 for SAA members; $149 for non-members (includes 1-year SAA membership)

  Attendees must wear pants and closed-toe shoes; no photography will be allowed.

  
  

  

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