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2018 Automotive Outlook Conference

Name: 2018 Automotive Outlook Conference
Start: 2018-01-14T10:45:00-05:00
End: 2018-01-14T14:45:00-05:00
Location: Gem Theater

January 14, 2018 @ 10:45 am - 2:45 pm

Registration is closed for this event!

31st Annual Automotive Outlook Conference

Sunday, January 14, 2018

Gem Theater, Detroit, MI

10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Networking Brunch
11:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. Presentations
2:45 p.m. Shuttles to Automobili-D

Please Note: To receive an optional NAIAS Media Pass for 1/17/18 You Must Register before 1/11/18 (No Exceptions)

3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Automobili-D Access

4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Shuttles Returning to Gem

Hear expert views on:

How supportive will the economic environment be for the auto industry and is the U.S. economy poised to accelerate?
Which markets will drive growth in the global automotive industry? Where is the opportunity or risk? Will sourcing trends continue to realign?
Is the surge in SUV growth globally sustainable?
Is electrification reality or hype? Are internal combustion engines doomed?
What is the outlook for and impact of emissions regulations?
What are the financial markets concerned with in 2018 as it relates to autos? Is the U.S. past peak for good?

Special Bonus:

Attendees receive EXCLUSIVE ADMISSION after Outlook to Automobili-D which features:

Over 50 tech startups from around the world
90 mobility companies exhibiting (suppliers, tech companies, OEMs, etc.)
Over 100 thought-leaders will take the stage to address the latest in the mobility industry
Attendees receive a floor pass to NAIAS at Cobo Center good for Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018

Keynote Speaker:

Chris Thomas

Founder and Partner

Fontinalis

Chris is responsible for a wide range of critical processes ranging from deal sourcing and execution to corporate operations and business strategy. Chris also acts as a business development executive on behalf of Fontinalis’ portfolio companies.

Financial and Business Outlook Panelists:

Emily Kolinski Morris