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When:

Thursday | 01:30PM - 04:30PM

Title:

The Future of Automotive Leadership

Where:

Governors Hall - C & D - Acme, MI

Category:

Seminar

Event Description

The Future of Automotive Leadership

Where Will We Find Tomorrow's Leaders?

The North American automotive industry has seen unprecedented change and turbulence over the last five years. The global auto industry has experienced record growth in many new regions and the creation of hundreds of new firms. As a result, changes in top automotive leadership positions have occurred at an ever-increasing pace. Perhaps never before have so many individuals taken strategic executive positions at such an early stage in their careers. And never before have so many managers been recruited from other firms, both inside and outside of the automotive industry.

Leadership is a key strategic factor in the success of every automotive firm. The experience, the example, and the decisions of top automotive executives affect every element of the company’s performance. However, the industry is now entering a period when a record number of executives may be retiring. “Baby boomer” managers in each of the three mature industries in Europe, North America, and Japan will soon be retiring in record numbers. It is an open question as to whether a new generation of leadership has been sufficiently prepared in numbers to replace those who will leave. If not, then competition for the right talent will be fierce and changes in leadership will be frequent and perhaps disruptive.

This session will first consider the future challenge of automotive leadership in descriptive terms using the best available demographic information. The consequences of failing to acquire sufficient leadership will then be discussed followed by methods and solutions to meet the challenges of future management. A top international executive search firm, Korn-Ferry International, will provide its perspective on consequences and solutions. Other panel members will include senior executives (former and current) who represent a depth of knowledge regarding the industry’s current problems and will provide potentially successful paths to solving the challenges of future automotive leadership.

Chair:

Sean McAlinden, Ph.D., Vice President of Research and Chief Economist, Center for Automotive Research

Speakers:

Brad Marion, Senior Client Partner and Leader, Global Automotive Practice, Automotive, Korn/Ferry International

Chris Hosford, Vice President, Corporate Communications, Hyundai Motor America

John McElroy, Host Autoline, Blue Sky Productions

Nancy Rae, Executive Vice President, Human Resources and Communications, Chrysler LLC

Kathryn Clark, President, Docere

Location
Event Location	Governors Hall - C & D
Homepage:	No Homepage available

WHAT FAMILY ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE?

The family friendly Partners Program is available for all attendee families. In addition, the Resort and surrounding Traverse City area have numerous opportunities for family fun. Contact the Traverse City Convention Bureau at www.visittraversecity.com or (800) 872-8377.

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES?

In addition to continental breakfasts and lunches, there are several evening activities designed for relaxation and informal conversation. Social Hours take place Monday-Thursday evening and on Wednesday evening there is an industry dinner and entertainment.

WHAT CAN MY SPOUSE/PARTNER ATTEND?

Your spouse or partner is welcome at all of the social hours and the Wednesday evening dinner. (Children are not permitted at the Monday - Thursday social hours and the Wednesday evening event. Alternative activities are planned and/or available.)

WHAT IS THE CONFERENCE DRESS CODE?

The seminars are designed to foster a casual atmosphere for the informal exchange of ideas. Business casual is appropriate. Some attendees choose business attire (suits or sport coats), particularly on Wednesday and Thursday. Others wear more casual polo shirts and slacks.

WHAT IS THE SOCIAL HOUR DRESS CODE?

These are very informal events. Attire will vary from sport coats to polo shirts and slacks (for men) and from summer dresses and skirts to pants and shirts (for women).

ARE MEALS INCLUDED?

Yes; continental breakfast and lunch are served each day. Social hours are hosted Monday through Thursday evening. In addition, registration on Wednesday or Thursday includes a dinner and party on Wednesday evening (hopefully outside, overlooking the Grand Traverse Bay).

WHAT HAPPENS IF I NEED TO CANCEL?

The first thing to do would be to find a colleague who would be interested in replacing you. If your colleagues are already registered or unable to attend, please inform us in writing that you must cancel. To be eligible for a full refund of fees, notification of cancellation of registration must be received in writing by May 1, 2008. After this date, to be eligible for a refund of fees less the handling charge of $150.00 we must receive your request in writing before July 18, 2008. We regret that we cannot accept requests for refunds after that date.

HOW DO I GET MY CONFERENCE MATERIALS?

The registration desk is in the lobby area at the base of the tower. We recommend that you pick up your name badge and conference materials at early registration on Sunday, from 5-7 p.m. or on Tuesday from 3:30-7 p.m. The registration desk is also open during the conference sessions. A name badge is required to gain admittance to the sessions. Please note: badges will be distributed the day before or morning of corresponding to the package that you have registered for and you may attend the social hours as they relate to your package.