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SUMMARY:9th Annual OEM Purchasing Executives Summit
DESCRIPTION:Registration Ends Friday May 11\, 2018 \nMeet OEM purchasing executives and members of their staff at the 9th Annual OEM Purchasing Summit. The event is one of the best attended and received SAA events of the year as it provides suppliers access to purchasing executives of the leading six automakers. \nJohn Henke\, Ph.D.\, president and CEO of Planning Perspectives\, will present results of the 2018 North American Automotive OEM-Tier 1 Supplier Working Relations Index Study. The comprehensive survey examines the working relations between Tier 1 suppliers and their North American- based OEM customers from the suppliers’ perspective. \n  \nFollowing Dr. Henke’s insightful presentation\, attendees will hear from the purchasing executives and be able to ask questions during an extended Q&A period. \n \nInsights and panel moderation by:  \nAttend and learn… \n• Which OEMs are improving their relations with suppliers – and which OEMs are falling behind\n• How OEMs are improving relations; what programs and policies are they embarking on\n• How OEM cost-cutting programs are impacting supplier relations\n• If electrification and autonomous vehicle programs are creating more competition for traditional suppliers\n• What strategies suppliers should consider when working with OEM purchasing teams\n• How supplier relations directly impact the bottom line – for both OEMs and suppliers\n• How OEMs view trust\, preferred customer status\, open communication and safe-guarding suppliers’ intellectual property\n• And much more! \nJay Moore \nDirector of Purchasing\, The Americas \nFord Motor Co. \n  \n  \n \nSig Huber \nDirector\, Supplier Relations \nFCA US LLC \n  \n \nRobert Kinchen \nDirector\, Facilities/Services Purchasing \nNissan North America \n  \nChris Naegeli \nExecutive Director\, Global Product Purchasing \nGeneral Motors \n  \nTom Lake \nVice President\, NA Purchasing \nHonda North America \n  \nRandall Anderson \nGeneral Manager Purchasing Supplier Relations \nToyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America \n  \n  \nHost Sponsor: \n \nEvent Sponsors: \n \nSorry…Registration is Closed… \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/annual-oem-purchasing-executives-summit/
LOCATION:Faurecia North America\, 2800 High Meadow Circle\, Auburn Hills\, MI\, 48326\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180418T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20180303T161845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180324T192950Z
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SUMMARY:Accelerating Mobility Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Fully autonomous vehicles are getting closer to reality with SAE level 3 features on the road today. The pace of development is not slowing down leaving less time to evaluate technology. With many new technologies in development as part of the autonomous driving experience\, those who are first to market must be prepared to react quickly to consumer demands\, recalls\, and the highly competitive landscape. \nHow can companies find the right technology to invest in and overcome the remaining challenges to getting autonomous technology on the road? \nIn addition\, the user experience has emerged as a key differentiator among leading mobile and connected services. As more TaaS options emerge\, the cost of transportation will decrease\, further emphasizing the mobility user experience. Benchmarking the end-to-end mobility user experience is a powerful tool that provides insight into an improved autonomous vehicle experience. \nThis event will dive into current market trends\, development challenges with autonomous vehicles\, and explore what we can learn from benchmarking today’s mobility user experiences. \nWhy Attend? \n\nExplore the current state of a rapidly changing mobility world and the impact that autonomous mobility will have\nGain insight into when autonomous technology will be available to consumers and how it will get there\nIdentify a strategy for sustained innovation and differentiation in the crowded mobility ecosystem\nHear about how technology benchmarking can be a powerful tool to shorten development time of better products\nMeet P3 Experts with Tech Showcase: Attendees will be able to engage with P3 experts in open discussion about autonomous\, connected\, and electric mobility and the impact of new mobility services and digital transformation. P3 will also feature their latest products and services as part of a technology showcase including:\n\nADAPT vehicle – A modular autonomous sensor test platform that allows for benchmarking of sensors and algorithms.\nIntroduction to P3’s xP3rience Lab methodology that accelerates development of new mobility products and services.\nAutomated testing platform for in-vehicle mobile wireless charging to analyze and optimize usability and performance.\n\n\n\nClick here for more information on P3. p3na_overview_booklet_v01\nWould you like to display information about your company\, services or technology? SAA is offering you an opportunity to display for only $400. Click this link for more information — Table sponsorship.\n  \nSpeakers: \nColin Goldsmith \nManaging Partner \nP3 North America \n  \n  \nTed Mabley \nDirector\, Cost Management \nP3 North America \n  \n  \nErik Alvarado \nManager\, User Experience \nP3 North America \n  \nPartha Goswami \nManager of Technology Insight \nGeneral Motors \n  \n 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/realizing-the-dream-of-autonomous-mobility/
LOCATION:P3 Mobility Innovation Center\, 25650 W Eleven Mile Rd\, #300\, Southfield\, MI\, 48034\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180326T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180326T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20180213T153425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180316T191709Z
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SUMMARY:State of Automotive Recall and Warranty Summit
DESCRIPTION:5th Annual State of Automotive Recall and Warranty Summit\n \nThe state of recalls in the automotive industry continues to be alarming.  OEMs and suppliers paid out nearly $11.8 billion in claims and tallied $10.3 billion in warranty accruals for U.S. recalls in 2016\, with the $22.1 billion total estimated to be 26 percent higher than 2015. \nThe total number of vehicles recalled in the U.S. in 2016 climbed 4.5 percent to 53.1 million from 50.8 million in 2015\, making 2016 the highest year ever.  Is there an end in the sight? \nSAA’s 5th Annual State of Automotive Recall and Warranty Summit will take a new approach this year and look deeper into the results of these recalls.  What is considered insurable? How are these recalls impacting valuations? What are the short-term and long-term legal ramifications? How do recalls impact used car pricing and what have they meant to the repair industry? And much more including gaining  insight into best practices for multi-channel recall communications that drive unprecedented results. \nRegister today to take a deep dive into the world of recalls and learn how this critical issue impacts you. \nWho Should Attend and Why:\n\nOEM Representatives\n\nThe latest trends and insights regarding recall size\, scope\, and type will be shared.\n\n\nSuppliers – Risk Management and Finance\n\nInsights helping suppliers assess component risk and costs will be provided\, as well as risk mitigation opportunities and strategies.\n\n\nLegal Counsel\n\nOEMs and Tier 1 suppliers continue to focus on the costs of recall and automotive defects. We’ll explore the latest trends and tactics OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers are using.\n\n\nAutomotive Equity Analysts\, Investors\, and Advisors\n\nWith mounting recalls and associated costs\, understanding and analyzing OEM and Tier 1 supplier value requires a sophisticated understanding of recall trends and costs – especially for each supplier’s product portfolio. We’ll discuss how to use recall data to do this – and what it means for fundamental financial analysis.\n\n\nUsed Car Dealers\n\nUsed car dealers play an important role in the recall of older vehicles – we will discuss why and how.\n\n\nNew Car Dealers\n\nFranchised dealers are being asked to take an increasing role in recall communication and outreach – we’ll discuss new strategies that are being tested.\n\n\nAuction Houses\n\nVehicle auctions play an important role in the recall of all vehicles\, and especially older vehicle – we will discuss why and how.\n\n\nIndependent Repair Facilities (Collision Centers and Mechanics)\n\nCollision centers and mechanics play an important role in the recall of older vehicles – we will discuss why and how\n\n\n\nSPECIAL OFFER:  Attendees will be eligible to receive a complimentary defect data assessment using the Stout Defect Data Platform. \nSpeakers:\nNeil Steinkamp \nManaging Director \nStout \n  \n  \n  \nMike Stankard \nAutomotive Practice Leader \nAon \n  \n  \nVanessa Miller \nPartner \nFoley & Lardner LLP \n  \nFabian Koark \nHead of Detroit Office \nINVENSITY\, Inc. \n  \n  \nRobert Levine \nSenior Manager \nStout \n  \n  \nYaacov De Russo \nDirector of Business Development \nOptimalPlus \n  \n  \nRichard G. Rosen \nPresident & CEO \nROSEN Convergence Marketing \n  \n  \n  \nIn partnership with:\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/state-of-automotive-recall-and-warranty-summit/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites\, 28100 Franklin Road\, Southfield\, MI\, 48034\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180114T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180114T144500
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20171206T155737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180112T233808Z
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SUMMARY:2018 Automotive Outlook Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration is closed for this event!\n  \n31st Annual Automotive Outlook Conference\nSunday\, January 14\, 2018\nGem Theater\, Detroit\, MI \n10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Networking Brunch\n11:45 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. Presentations\n2:45 p.m. Shuttles to Automobili-D \nPlease Note: To receive an optional NAIAS Media Pass for 1/17/18 You Must Register before 1/11/18 (No Exceptions) \n \n3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Automobili-D Access \n4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Shuttles Returning to Gem \nHear expert views on: \n\nHow supportive will the economic environment be for the auto industry and is the U.S. economy poised to accelerate?\nWhich markets will drive growth in the global automotive industry? Where is the opportunity or risk? Will sourcing trends continue to realign?\nIs the surge in SUV growth globally sustainable?\nIs electrification reality or hype? Are internal combustion engines doomed?\nWhat is the outlook for and impact of emissions regulations?\nWhat are the financial markets concerned with in 2018 as it relates to autos? Is the U.S. past peak for good?\n\nSpecial Bonus: \nAttendees receive EXCLUSIVE ADMISSION after Outlook to Automobili-D which features: \n\nOver 50 tech startups from around the world\n90 mobility companies exhibiting (suppliers\, tech companies\, OEMs\, etc.)\nOver 100 thought-leaders will take the stage to address the latest in the mobility industry\nAttendees receive a floor pass to NAIAS at Cobo Center good for Wednesday\, Jan. 17\, 2018\n\nKeynote Speaker: \n \nChris Thomas \nFounder and Partner \nFontinalis \nChris 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. \nFinancial and Business Outlook Panelists: \nEmily Kolinski Morris \nChief Economist \nFord Motor Co. \n  \n  \nKevin Riddell \nSenior Manager\, Americas Powertrain Forecast \nLMC Automotive \n  \n \nMark Fulthorpe \nDirector – Light Vehicle Production Forecast \nIHS Markit \n  \nJames Albertine \nSenior Analyst – Automotive \nConsumer Edge Research\, LLC \n  \nDucker Worldwide is the event host and will moderate the panel and Q&A sessions. \n 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/2018-automotive-outlook-conference/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 333 Madison Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20171110T165522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171114T173236Z
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SUMMARY:YPN Networking Event at HopCat
DESCRIPTION:YPN Networking Event at HopCat\nThursday\, December 7\, 2017\n6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\n \nEnd 2017 by expanding your professional network with a fun social event.  Meet other young professionals and rub elbows with SAA Board members! \nJoin the SAA’s Young Professionals Network (YPN) for food and a good time at HopCat in Royal Oak. \nNo Charge Networking Event\nFood will be provided.  Cash bar.
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/ypn-networking-event-at-hopcat/
LOCATION:HopCat\, 430 South Main Street\, Royal Oak\, MI\, 48067\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20170924T163243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171014T122350Z
UID:1129-1510646400-1510657200@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Automotive Industry Trends and Their Affect on the Tooling Industry
DESCRIPTION:SAA Networking Breakfast\n\nAutomotive Industry Trends and Their Affect on the Tooling Industry\nTuesday\, November 14\, 2017 \nHirotec America\, Auburn Hills\, MI \n7:30 – 8:30 a.m.  Registration/Networking Breakfast \n8:30 – 10:00 a.m.  Presentations followed by Q&A \n10:00 – 11:00 a.m.  Hirotec Facility Tour \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration/Presentation location: \nFANUC AMERICA\, 3900 W. Hamlin Road\, Rochester Hills\, MI 48309 \nTour location (10 a.m.): \nHIROTEC AMERICA\, 3000 High Meadow Circle\, Auburn Hills\, MI 48326 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nIn partnership with: \n \n \nTooling is a critical but often overlooked part of the automotive industry as a whole. The design and development of tools is an important process in the production of automobiles today. \nJoin the SAA on November 14 as it examines the state of the tooling industry.  Key discussions will include: \n\nReview key 2017 automotive industry trends and their impact on the tooling industry\nHow a shift in the automotive marketplace is driving the development of primary and secondary tooling shops\nThe role China\, Canada and Mexico will play in the future of tooling\nA look at where the tooling market is going in the next 24-36 months\n\nAfter the tooling discussion\, attendees will receive a tour of the Hirotec facility. Don’t miss this opportunity to get up to speed on the tooling industry and get a rare look at a tooling facility. \nFeatured speakers: \nJames Murphy \nConsultant \nHarbour Results\, Inc. \n  \n  \n  \nJim Toeniskoetter \nPresident & CEO \nHirotec America \n  \n  \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/a-look-at-the-state-of-tooling-and-facility-tour/
LOCATION:FANUC AMERICA\, 3900 W. Hamlin Road\, Rochester Hills\, MI\, 48309\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170925T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170925T133000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20170630T162855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170821T144300Z
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SUMMARY:Lightweighting Summit
DESCRIPTION:Examining Goals\, Strategies and Achievements in Generating Weight Savings\n7:00 a.m.  Registration/Networking Breakfast \n8:00 am. – 11:45 a.m.  Presentations/Q&A \n11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.  Networking Lunch\nHashtag #SAAlight\n \nJoin us for SAA’s second Automotive Lightweighting Summit which includes the leading insights\, presentations and discussion of lightweighting trends. \nThe 2016 event was one of the highest rated events in SAA history and this year’s summit should be even better. Hear industry experts talk about the latest strategies and direction in terms of lightweighting programs including raw materials\, recyclability\, manufacturing and body design. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear about the innovative and strategic ways OEMs\, mills and suppliers are approaching weight savings. \nEvent Sponsor:  Lunch Sponsor: \n \nSpeakers include: \nLaura Anderson \nPresident & CEO \nALUMINUM BLANKING CO. \n  \n  \nAbey Abraham \nManaging Director \nDUCKER WORLDWIDE \n  \n  \nDr. Blake Zuidema \nDirector\, Product Applications \nARCELORMITTAL \n  \n  \n  \nGary Gallo \nSenior Manager\, Recycling \nNOVELIS \n  \nShawn Morgans \nGlobal Vehicle Architecture Manager\, Product Development Center  \nFord Motor Company \n  \nRob Peckham \nTechnical Integration Engineer (TIE)\, Mass Strategy & Tools \nGeneral Motors \n  \nBrad Tolley \nSenior Vice President\, Business Development & Technology \nShiloh Industries \n  \nPaul Herbach \nDirector of Automotive Technology \nOlympic Steel \n  \n  \n\nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/lightweighting-summit/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago\, Detroit Branch\, 1600 E Warren Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48207\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170824T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170824T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20170331T163626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170823T120605Z
UID:1131-1503561600-1503572400@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:SAA Ignite
DESCRIPTION:August 24\, 2017\n8:00 a.m.   Networking Breakfast\n8:30-11:00 a.m.   Ignite Presentations\n \nThe SAA is excited to introduce the first “SAA Ignite” event.  Modeled after the renowned Ted Talks concept\, SAA Ignite will give 11 selected speakers the opportunity to tell the world about their innovative\, automotive-related ideas. \nBe on hand to hear thought leaders and industry peers share their groundbreaking concepts\, passions and ideas that they believe can come to life and make a difference in our industry. \nSpeakers and topics include: \n\nKarolyn Hart\, InspireHUB Technologies — How Do You Stay Relevant?\nDaron Gifford\, Plante Moran — Disruptive Change in the Automotive Industry\nJeff Varick\, Brandmotion LLC — Vision Zero Automotive Network\nJames Murphy\, Harbour Results Inc. — Poor Sourcing Practices Put Automotive Industry at Risk\nAndrew Barnard\, Barnard Acoustics LLC/Michigan Technological University — Tailoring Exhaust Sounds\nMarc Bland\, IHS Markit — Automotive Diversity – An Industry Imperative\nPaulette Epstein\, Michigan Science Center — How to Inspire Curious Minds\nSteven Sherman\, TerraWatt Labs — A Brief History and Future of Transportation and Energy Disruption\nMichael Betz\, FACTON — Enhancing OEM/Tier 1 Relationships with a Standards Based Quoting Approach\nKylee Guenther\, Spectalite — Passion and Possibility: Tales of an Eco-Friendly\, Light Weight Materials Supplier\nAdam Genei\, Mobsteel/Detroit Steel Wheel Co. — The Reward is in the Work\n\n  \nRegistration is Sold Out 8/23/17\n  \n  \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/ignite/
LOCATION:Techstars Mobility\, 2000 Brush Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170516T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170516T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20170331T162500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170516T211855Z
UID:1119-1494922500-1494932400@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:8th Annual OEM Purchasing Summit
DESCRIPTION:Annual OEM Purchasing Summit Examined Supplier-OEM Relationships\n \nMay 16\, 2017\nFaurecia North America \n2800 High Meadow Circle — Auburn Hills\, MI 48326 \nOne of the most popular events of the Society of Automotive Analysts is the annual OEM Purchasing Summit. Purchasing executives from the Big 6 Automakers joined Dr. John Henke (pictured to the left) to discuss their companies’ purchasing strategies and the state of relationships between OEMs and suppliers.\n \nHenke kicked-off the Summit presenting the results of the 17th annual N.A. Automotive Buyer-Supplier Relations study. Based on attendee feedback\, the event featured extended time for questions and answers. \nThanks to host sponsor:\n \nSpeakers included:\n\nJohn Henke\, Jr. Ph.D.\, President\, Planning Perspectives\, Inc.\nChris Naegeli\, Executive Director\, Purchasing\, General Motors\nTom Lake\, Vice President\, N.A. Purchasing\, Honda North America\, Inc.\nSig Huber\, Director – Global Supplier Relations and Risk Management\, FCA US LLC\nKeith R. Cooper\, Global Director\, Body\, Exterior\, Raw Materials and Stampings Purchasing\, Ford Motor Co.\nJim Holloway\, General Manager\, Supplier Relations\, Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America\, Inc.\nRobert Kinchen\, Director of Administration\, Facilities\, Marketing and Sales\, Supplier Diversity\, and Monozukuri\, Nissan North America\nJulie Fream (moderator)\, President and CEO\, OESA\n\nThanks to event sponsors: \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/8th-annual-oem-purchasing-summit/
LOCATION:Faurecia North America\, 2800 High Meadow Circle\, Auburn Hills\, MI\, 48326\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170401T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20170315T201800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T173235Z
UID:1077-1491040800-1491055200@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Cars\, Cards and Coffee
DESCRIPTION:The Society of Automotive Analysts at Oakland University invites you to attend Cars\, Cards & Coffee on Saturday\, April 1\, 2017. \nThe mission of Society of Automotive Analysts at Oakland University is to bring together students and professionals that share a common interest in driving the automotive industry into the future. This Cars and Coffee styled event is designed to get students introduced to industry professionals and to create casual dialogue over a shared passion for automobiles. Please bring business cards and any information you’d like to share about your company to the event. \nFor more information\, email SAAOaklandU@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/cars-cards-and-coffee/
LOCATION:Oakland University\, 2200 N. Squirrel Road\, P32 Parking Deck\, Rochester\, MI\, 48309\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170328T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170328T114500
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20170207T193331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170328T173120Z
UID:969-1490686200-1490701500@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Re-engineering Recall – What Will the Future of Recall Look Like?
DESCRIPTION:Re-engineering Recall – What Will the Future of Recall Look Like?\nAs recall volumes continue at over 50 million affected vehicles per year and news of global recalls dominate the headlines\, the industry continues to wonder what the future will hold. In an environment of change and upheaval\, how do we know what the right path is? \nNeil Steinkamp of Stout Risius Ross (SRR) discussed the latest data\, trends and observations on automotive recalls at the 4th Annual Automotive Warranty & Recall Symposium. Discussions included: \n\nOverall trends from 2016\nUnprecedented analysis of international recall data\nEnhanced industry analysis of completion rates\nInsights on defects and risks associated with the latest safety technologies\nHow Software and technology is changing how we think about recall risk\nThe financial impact of recall – lessons from OEMs and suppliers\nHow defect data can give us opportunities to shape the future\n\nFeatured Speaker: \n \nNeil Steinkamp \nManaging Director \nSRR \nCost Recovery Panelists: \nMark A. Aiello\, Esq. \nPartner\, Foley & Lardner LLP \n  \n  \nDan R. W. Rustmann\, Esq. \nShareholder\, Butzel Long\, P.C. \n  \n  \nThomas S. Bishoff\, Esq. \nPartner\, Hickey Hauck Bishoff & Jeffers PLLC \n  \n  \nTom J. Manganello\, Esq. \nPartner\, Warner Norcross & Judd LLP \n  \n  \nPanel Moderator: \nGlenn C. Sheets \nManaging Director\, Dispute Advisory & Forensic Services\, Stout Risius Ross\, Inc. \n  \nThanks to event sponsor: \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/annual-automotive-warrantyrecall-summit/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites\, 19525 Victor Pkwy.\, Livonia\, MI\, 48152\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170309T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170309T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20170121T131647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170202T120643Z
UID:958-1489080600-1489091400@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Leveraging LinkedIn for Your Company and Career
DESCRIPTION:Working With LinkedIn – What You Need to Know to Be Successful on Social\nThursday\, March 9\, 2017 \n5:30-8:30 p.m. \nCraft Breww City \nFarmington Hills\, MI \nThe world is constantly changing. Competition is changing. The market is changing. And you know that technology can often be a disruptor and a cause of that change. But you also know that technology can be a force for good. \nIn this world of constant change\, you need to be adapting all the time and embrace technology as a way to navigate this change. LinkedIn believes its role is to help individuals and companies navigate the 21st century global economy. \nJoin the SAA’s Young Professionals Network (YPN) for an evening of fun\, food and learning how to utilize LinkedIn to benefit your company – and your career.  \nFeaturing: \nDavid Curtis  \nEnterprise Relationship Manager \nLinkedIn Talent Solutions \nRegistration Opening Soon!
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/leveraging-linkedin-for-your-company-and-career/
LOCATION:Craft Breww City\, 27843 Orchard Lake Rd.\, Farmington Hills\, MI\, 48334\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170201T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170201T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20170103T165312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170201T200436Z
UID:899-1485934200-1485946800@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Chinese Auto Investments Into the U.S.: Still Hot Under the Trump Administration? 
DESCRIPTION:Chinese Auto Investments Into the U.S.: Still Hot Under the Trump Administration?  \nHear from Two of the Leading Chinese Automakers \nWednesday\, February 1\, 2017 \n7:30 to 8:15 a.m. – Networking Breakfast \n8:15 to 11:00 a.m. – Presentations and Q&A \nWill China’s red-hot investments into America continue its pace with President Donald Trump now in charge?  \nChinese companies invested a stunning $54 billion in the U.S. in 2016\, more than quadrupling the $12 billon the year before.  The auto industry is a key arena for Chinese investment\, featuring acquisitions\, new entrants and R&D Centers. \nLearn about key players including Faraday Future and NextEV and BYD in electrics; Baidu and BAIC in autonomous drive technologies; and Fuyao Glass and Yanfeng in components.  \nGuangzhou Auto\, Geely and BYD aim for exports to the U.S. starting in 2018.  They will join the scores of other Chinese companies operating under the radar coast to coast. \nJoin us on Feb. 1 when two Chinese automaker executives will join Michael Dunne to provide a hands-on and up-to-date picture of the future of Chinese automotive activity in North America. \n\nInvestments in development and production of high-end products by Chinese automakers with a focus on who they key players are.\nHow the Chinese are entering the market including buying U.S. companies outright (e.g. Nexteer\, Fisker\, A123\, Beijing West Industries).\nStatus of how the Chinese are exporting high-end cars to America as tens of thousands of China’s made Volvos\, Buicks and Cadillacs are now in U.S. showrooms.\nHow the Chinese are expanding operations and R&D capabilities in the U.S.\, including California\, Nevada\, Michigan\, Ohio\, Indiana\, Arizona and Kentucky.\n\nFeaturing:  \nMichael J. Dunne \nPresident\, Dunne Automotive Ltd. \nAuthor\, American Wheels\, Chinese Roads \n  \n \nRobert Xiaochen Bao \nManaging Director\, EMH Group \nBoard Member\, BAIC Motor Corp.\, Ltd. \n  \n \nMatthias H. Meyer \nDeputy Director of Supply Chain Management \nSAIC USA INC. \n  \n \nModerator: Paul Dhruvan \nManager\, Deal Advisory \nKPMG LLP  \n  \nHeld in cooperation with: \n\n \n\nMichael  Dunne’s presentation is located in the members section.\n 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/the-chinese-are-here/
LOCATION:Lear Corporation World Headquarters Auditorium\, 21557 Telegraph  Road\, Southfield\, MI\, 48033\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170108T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20161108T214011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170106T163134Z
UID:850-1483873200-1483887600@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:30th Annual Automotive Outlook Conference
DESCRIPTION:Outlook to Examine 2017 Trends in Sales\, Production\, Mobility\, Technology and More \nSunday\, January 8\, 2017 \nGem Theater \n333 Madison Street — Detroit\, MI 48201 \n(free parking) \n11:00 a.m. to Noon – Networking Brunch \nNoon to 3 :00 p.m. – 3 Panels and Q&A \nSAA’s 30th Annual Automotive Outlook Conference will kick off 2017 with a three-hour deep dive into key trends for the upcoming year.  The event will feature three panels with industry experts\, including the Chief Revenue Officer of the new Karma Automotive and the Chief Technology Officer from Denso. \n\nPanel 1: Includes an economic overview\, vehicle production outlook and sales forecast.\nPanel 2: Examines the dealership of tomorrow\, new mobility business models and highlights of the 2017 Global Automotive Consumer Study.\nPanel 3: Looks to the future with Karma Automotive discussing its go-to-market strategies\, and Denso looking at the latest technologies that will connect vehicles to each other.\n\nThe event has been re-formatted to include a networking brunch\, and will conclude early enough for those who want to attend the AutoMobili-D Conference at NAIAS later on Jan. 8. \nOutlook attendees will also receive a NAIAS Industry Preview Pass for show floor access on Wednesday\, Jan. 11. (Note: YPN members\, media and students do not receive NAIAS passes). \nSpeakers include: \n\nJim Taylor\, Chief Revenue Officer\, Karma Automotive\nDoug Patton\, Chief Technical Officer\, Denso\nMustafa Mohatarem\, Chief Economist\, General Motors\nColin Langan\, U.S. Autos Analyst\, UBS\nMichael Robinet\, Managing Director\, Automotive Advisory Services\, IHS Markit\nPraveen Chandrasekar\, Consulting Director & Research Manager\, Frost & Sullivan\nGlenn Mercer\, Independent Consultant\nJoe Vitale\, Global Automotive Leader\, Deloitte\n\nSAA thanks its host sponsor for the Outlook Conference — Wards Auto \n  \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/30th-annual-automotive-outlook-conference/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 333 Madison Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161215T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20161118T204549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161209T181246Z
UID:873-1481824800-1481833800@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:A Night of Networking and Microbrews
DESCRIPTION:Please join the SAA’s Young Professionals Network for a tour of Dragonmead’s brewing facility and networking in a casual setting. \nThis event is open to all members and non-members. No registration necessary. \nAppetizers will be provided \nCash Bar \n \n  \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/a-night-of-networking-and-microbrews/
LOCATION:Dragonmead Microbrewery\, 14600 E 11 Mile Rd .\, Warren\, MI\, 48089\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161205T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161205T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20161016T183817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161019T133124Z
UID:809-1480923000-1480935600@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Tour Munro’s Teardown and Reverse Engineering Facility
DESCRIPTION:7:30 a.m.    Registration & Networking \n8:15 a.m.     Opening Remarks \n8:30 a.m.     Munro Presentation \n9:20 a.m.     Facility Tour — Munro Benchmarking Investigation\, Innovation & Implementation Center \n\nGlimpse of advanced vehicles and technologies\nNew technology view: materials\, processes and scanning techniques\nIn-depth view into product analysis and re-engineering\n\n10:15 a.m.     Q&A/Additional Networking \nJoin the SAA for an EXCLUSIVE TOUR of Munro & Associates’ competitive product benchmarking and teardown facilities\, where products are analyzed for total accounted cost reduction and quality improvements. \nThe tour of the Munro Benchmarking Investigation\, Innovation & Implementation Center will provide a glimpse of advanced vehicles and technologies and an in-depth view into product analysis and re-engineering. There will also be a new technology review and insight into the engineering and designs of some of the most innovative vehicles on the road today such as the BMW i3 REx\, plug-in hybrid with the first high-volume produced passenger cell made of carbon fiber and the new Toyota Mirai equipped with a hydrogen fuel-cell. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nMunro & Associates has more than 100\,000 square feet of teardown benchmarking and reverse engineering space which provides consistent and accurate costing and advanced benchmarking to carry out “best of best” studies and real world engineering comparisons.
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/tour-munros-teardown-and-reverse-engineering-facility/
LOCATION:Munro & Associates\, 1140 Centre Road\, Auburn Hills\, MI\, 48326\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161013T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20160920T144319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161013T135546Z
UID:780-1476379800-1476388800@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:YPN Tailgate Party with GMC
DESCRIPTION:Sorry…Registration is closed… \nJoin the SAA’s Young Professionals Network (YPN) for an evening of fun\, food and learning about new GMC vehicles.  \nTim O’Neill\, GMC Advertising Manager\, will bring a few new GMC vehicles to explore and share his unique insights. \nEnjoy great networking and a variety of tailgate food (and cash bar). The event is outside so dress appropriately and bring plenty of business cards. \n5:30 p.m.     Registration \n6:00 p.m.     Vehicle Introduction \n6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.     Tailgate and Networking \n$10 for Members; $20 for  Non-Members \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/ypn-tailgate-party-with-gmc/
LOCATION:Steelhorse Tavern\, 1129 E. Long Lake Rd.\, Troy\, MI\, 48085\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160913T183000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20160724T165806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160912T130431Z
UID:720-1473771600-1473791400@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Strategic Planning Summit
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is now closed. \n1:00 p.m.  Registration \n1:30-5:15 p.m.  Presentations and Q&A \n5:15-6:30 p.m.  Networking Reception \nThe Auto industry is at a crossroad and having the right tool set and analysis is key to choosing the correct pathway. Volume growth is slowing\, but remains robust at a high topline level. \nThe 2016 SAA Planning Summit will provide a detailed analysis of issues and trends impacting the near- and mid-term automotive market\, with emphasis on North America: \n\nWill the Economy be supportive or constrain future automotive volume?\nWhat will be the impact of Brexit on the global automotive market?\nHas the US automotive market peaked or how long can growth continue?\nIs the industry financially healthy (OEMs and Suppliers) and is consolidation at the OEM or supplier level the path forward?\nNew OEMs are entering the industry and model introductions are very high\, making it extremely competitive with low margin for error.\nRegulations will continue to push the industry and impact volume\, component use as well as strategies to meet future requirements\, while still giving consumes what they want to drive.\n\nSession 1: Near-term Automotive Review and Outlook \nThe outlook for the automotive market over the next few years covering current and future volume trends and factors affecting growth and financial health\, including risks and opportunities. \nSpeakers include: \n\nModerated by J Ferron\, Crain Communications\nJim Meil\, ACT Research\nItay Michaeli\, Citi Investment Research and Analysis\nJeff Schuster\, LMC Automotive \n\nSession 2: Supplier Challenges in New Automotive Near-term Automotive Environment  \nThe automotive market continues in a rapid state of change. What are the risks in working with new OEMs? \n\nTo invest or not invest – Do you believe the volumes?\nBest practices in risk assessment and how to protect yourself\n\nGrowth will not continue at the previous pace indefinitely\, so how to plan for slower growth \n\nPlanning for recession or growth stall\nTop risks to mid-term supplier future and how to mitigate without losing opportunity\n\nSpeakers include: \n\nVice president from MPG\nSupplier executive TBD\n\nSession 3: Competition\, Consolidation\, Regulation pressure (CAFE\, CARB\, other)  \nFCA is looking for merger\, Nissan controls Mitsubishi\, VW is under pressure\, what’s next? Are regulations too stringent to meet legally and what risks do they hold for industry?  Are low fuel prices here to stay and can EVs flourish in this environment? Role of Light Weighting and powertrain advanced technology? Competitive advantage? \nSpeakers include: \n\nAbey Abraham\, Ducker Worldwide\nDavid Andrea\, Center for Automotive Research \n\nRegistration for this event is now closed.
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/strategic-planning-summit-2/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago\, Detroit Branch\, 1600 E Warren Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48207\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160622T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160622T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135430
CREATED:20160513T162011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160621T212451Z
UID:701-1466618400-1466629200@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Summer Evening Series -- The Future of Mobility
DESCRIPTION:The Future of Mobility \nPresented By: MSU EMBA Alumni Association and Society of Automotive Analysts (SAA) \nWhat does the future of mobility look like and how will it affect me? This is a question many of us in southeast Michigan and across the world are asking ourselves. The MSU Executive MBA Alumni Association and SAA invites you to a panel discussion looking at many of the factors and trends that are impacting mobility today as well as in the future. Topics will include a look at global and local economic factors\, design and technology trends\, advances in data utilized in mobile applications and the impact of mobility on the Internet of Things. \nSAA members and guests will enjoy a strolling dinner\, networking and insights from industry leaders at the SAA’s fifth annual Summer Evening Series event. \nAgenda: \n6:00 p.m.    Networking/Cocktail Hour \n7:00 p.m.    Welcome/Opening Comments/Presentations \n8:00 p.m.    Q&A \n8:30 p.m.    Afterglow Networking \n  \nSpeaker/topics include: \n \nAntonio Doblas-Madrid \nAssociate Professor of Economics\, Michigan State University \n\n\nWhat economic trends are impacting mobility?\n\n\n  \nMike Crane \nVice President\, Body & Security Interior Division\, Continental Automotive \nHow is digitalization impacting mobility? What new business models and economic revenue streams are emerging? \n  \nDhirendra Verma \nVice President\, Engineering Analytics\, Altair Engineering \nHow are engineering analytics and material trends impacting vehicle weight\, energy consumption\, and styling? \nOn-line registration is now closed.  \nYou can also register on-site prior to the event on June 22. \n  \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/summer-evening-series-influences-of-digitilization-on-the-mobility-industry/
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160517T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135431
CREATED:20160106T174330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T001038Z
UID:516-1463470200-1463482800@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:OEM Purchasing Executives Share Insights
DESCRIPTION:ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.  \nPLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO ALLOW TIME FOR ON-SITE REGISTRATION. \n  \nAnnual OEM Purchasing Summit to Examine Supplier-OEM Relationships \n \n  \nOne of the most popular events of the Society of Automotive Analysts is the annual OEM Purchasing Summit. Purchasing executives from the Big 6 Automakers will join Dr. John Henke to discuss their companies’ purchasing strategies and the state of relationships between OEMs and suppliers. \nHenke will kick-off the Summit presenting the results of the 16th annual N.A. Automotive Buyer-Supplier Relations study. Based on attendee feedback\, the event will feature extended time for questions and answers. \nSponsorship Opportunities Available: Looking to promote your company to other industry leaders and customers? Sponsorships are affordable and packed with value.  E-mail saa@agilisdetroit.com for more details. \nJohn Henke\, Jr. Ph.D.  \nPresident \nPlanning Perspectives\, Inc. \n  \nJim Holloway \nGeneral Manager\, Supplier Relations \nToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America\, Inc. \n  \nErmal Faulkner \nDirector of Purchasing — The Americas \nFord Motor Co.  \n  \nSig Huber \nDirector – Global Supplier Relations and Risk Management \nFCA US LLC \n  \nTom Lake \nVice President\, N.A. Purchasing \nHonda North America\, Inc.  \n  \nChandra Vasser \nDirector\, Facilities/Services Purchasing \nNissan North America \n  \nChris Naegeli \nExecutive Director\, Purchasing \nGeneral Motors \n  \nJacqui Dedo\, industry advisor and veteran supplier executive\, will moderate the extended Q&A session.  \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/annual-oem-purchasing-summit/
LOCATION:AAM\, One Dauch Drive\, Detroit\, MI\, 48211\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135431
CREATED:20160414T223913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160415T103026Z
UID:630-1462989600-1462998600@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Future of Urban Mobility
DESCRIPTION:Join the SAA’s Young Professionals Network for an evening with Zafar Razzacki to discuss GM’s ride-sharing service\, Maven. \nZafar Razzacki \nUX and Marketing Lead\, \nUrban Mobility at General Motors \n\nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/future-of-urban-mobility/
LOCATION:Craft (Underneath Bastone)\, 419 Main Street\, Royal Oak\, MI\, 48067\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160419T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160419T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135431
CREATED:20160323T161737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160410T214340Z
UID:573-1461051000-1461065400@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Balancing the Benefits of Lightweighting
DESCRIPTION:Lightweighting May Not Be a New Concept\, But It Has Never Been More Critical \nOver the past several years\, the term “lightweighting” has become normal jargon in the auto industry. Lightweighting has become a necessity for OEMs to achieve aggressive fuel efficiency targets which is forcing the industry to react quickly. \nThe efforts to reduce the weight of components extend to nearly every auto supplier\, and the importance of research and development in achieving these gains has never been greater. In addition\, developments in materials use have helped manufacturers reduce vehicle weight. \nThe SAA will examine the challenges that need to be overcome in implementing new\, lightweighting technologies and try to answer: can weight reduction be achieved quickly at low cost\, or even by removing costs\, and without risk to performance or safety? Because much of the low-hanging fruit has already been implemented\, OEMs face real-world challenges in finding cost-effective ways to continue implementing further reduction solutions needed to offset weight gains due to increased demand for comfort\, convenience and safety technologies. \nRegister today for this important and timely event which will feature diverse experts and allow plenty of time for Q&A. \nSpeakers include: \n \nLaura Anderson \nPresident & CEO \nAluminum Blanking Company\, Inc. \n  \n  \nLaurent Chappuis \nTechnical Expert\, Lightweight Stampings \nFord Vehicle Operations \n  \n  \n \nMichael Robinet \nManaging Director \nIHS Automotive \n  \n  \n \nVishwas Shankar \nProgram Manager \nFrost & Sullivan \n  \nSandra Walker \nEngineering Group Manager\, Global Vehicle Mass Strategy \nGeneral Motors \n  \n  \nModerator:  Vincent P. Pavlak \nPartner \nKPMG \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/an-update-on-lightweighting/
LOCATION:AAIG\, 26200 Lahser Road\, Suite 200\, Southfield\, MI\, 48034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160329T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135431
CREATED:20160106T173932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160215T051937Z
UID:513-1459274400-1459281600@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:A Night of Networking and Wine
DESCRIPTION:An Evening of Networking…and Wine Tasting \nJoin the Society of Automotive Analysts (SAA) for an evening of networking and exclusive access to automotive professionals. \nMeet with the SAA Board of Directors and engage with industry experts to exchange ideas and opinions\, while enjoying some of the finest wines made in Michigan and local produce. \n \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/a-night-of-networking-and-wine/
LOCATION:Michigan By The Bottle\, 29932 Woodward Avenue\, Royal Oak\, 48073\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160316T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135431
CREATED:20160106T173343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160219T154909Z
UID:512-1458115200-1458126000@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Warranty/Recall Summit
DESCRIPTION:3rd Annual Warranty and Recall Summit \nThe New Normal Taking Root – Lessons Learned from 2015 \nAs recall volumes hit another new high in 2015\, and news of global recalls dominate the headlines\, the industry began to react to what is becoming the new normal – greater regulatory enforcement\, the need for improved compliance\, and the need to reconsider the complex relationship between the owner experience and the necessity of recall. \nHear from Neil Steinkamp of Stout Risius Ross (SRR) as he discusses the latest data\, trends and observations on automotive recalls. Discussions will include: \n\n2015 overview of key metrics and developments\nRecall Completion Rates – insights from Owner Notification letters and QPRs\nDesign\, Manufacturing and Assembly Issues – a new study looking at the intersection of defect descriptions and Section 573 disclosures\nComponent trends – analyses combining recall\, TSB\, investigation and other data sets to evaluate component trends\nForward Thinking and Forward Collisions – what are the early indicators of new technologies?\nFinancial claims/accruals for OEMs and suppliers\n\nSpeakers include: \nNeil Steinkamp \nManaging Director \nSRR \n  \n  \n \nBrian Westenberg \nPrincipal \nProduct Safety Group \nMiller Canfield \n  \n  \n \nJames Derian \nCorporate Counsel \nDelphi Automotive Systems \n  \n \nJeff Sutter \nGlobal Director\, Innovation & Continuous Improvement \nNexteer Automotive \n  \n  \n \nShare This:
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/warrantyrecall-summit/
LOCATION:Skyline Club\, 2000 Town Center #2800\, Southfield\, 48075\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135431
CREATED:20160112T181143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160115T033055Z
UID:521-1455211800-1455220800@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:Business is Booming...Is Yours?
DESCRIPTION:In today’s improving economic climate\, sellers are busy managing the business at hand. But what about future business? Are you being proactive and continuing to prospect or just riding the wave of good times? \nDo you find prospecting for business challenging so much so that it stops you from doing it? Don’t you wish you had a prospecting process that would allow you to prospect efficiently and easily? \nAnd\, perhaps most important\, how do you distinguish yourself from the competition in ways that leaves your prospect wanting to learn more? \nJoin the SAA’s Young Professionals Network for a valuable networking and professional development event on February 11\, 2016. Sandler Training’s Ken Seawell will help you develop the mindset\, knowledge\, and technique to prospect more effectively\, more enjoyably and more profitably. \n \n$10 for SAA and YPN members; $20 for non-members.  \n5:30-6:30 p.m. – Networking (pizza\, salad and refreshments served) \n6:30-8:00 p.m. – Presentation from Ken Seawell\, Sandler Training \nRegistration will be open to the first 50 people.  \n \n 
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/business-is-booming-is-yours/
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135431
CREATED:20150314T020708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160107T212227Z
UID:83-1452434400-1452452400@saaauto.com
SUMMARY:2016 Automotive Outlook Conference - Registration Closed 1/7/16
DESCRIPTION:Registration closed as of 3:00pm (EST) Thursday 1/7/2016.\nWalk-ins will be turned away! \nThe automotive industry is not “business as usual.” New outside forces\, new technologies and new entrants into the industry are forcing OEMs and suppliers to rethink how they do business.  Design\, engineering\, purchasing\, marketing\, sales and more must all be re-examined thanks to the many “disruptors .”  However\, many companies are adapting to the disruptors and finding change is not necessarily bad. \nJoin the SAA at the Annual Automotive Outlook Conference to look at the challenges – and opportunities — brought by disruptors. One thing is clear: Companies must change their mindsets or they will be left behind. Don’t miss this valuable event that can help your company face the new realities. \nConfirmed speakers include: \n\nKarl Brauer\, Senior Director of Insights and Senior Editor\, Kelley Blue Book\nMarta Blue\, Senior Vice President\, CarGurus\nJustin Fishkin\, Chief Strategy Officer\, Local Motors\nGregg Garrett\, CEO and Managing Director\, CGS Advisors\nPhil Gott\, Director\, IHS Automotive (Gott will also unveil findings from IHS Automotive’s Urban Mobility Study)\nBrian Johnson\, Managing Director\, Barclays Capital\nDavid Johnson\, President\, Achates Power\nSteve Kiefer\, Vice President\, Global Purchasing & Supply\, General Motors\nPhil LeBeau\, Automotive Reporter\, CNBC\nDavid Liniado\, Vice President\, New Ventures at Cox Automotive\nBrian Moody\, Site Editor\, Autotrader\nJim Sayer\, Deployment Director and Head of Human Factors\, UMTRI Michigan Mobility Transformation Center\n\nAdditional speakers to be announced \nAgenda \n1:30 to 2:30 p.m.    Registration and Networking \n2:30 to 6:30 p.m.    Speakers and Q&A \n6:30 to 7:30 p.m.    Networking Reception and Strolling Dinner \n  \n \nCNBC’s Phil LeBeau (left) will open the event by discussing his take on how disruptors are changing the way we do business. \nFollowing the presenters\, there will be a networking reception and strolling dinner. \n  \n  \n  \nObtain a Free NAIAS Industry Preview Pass \nOutlook attendees will receive a NAIAS Industry Preview Pass good for show floor access Wednesday\, Jan. 13\, 2016. Passes can be used only by Outlook attendees and will be given only to attendees who don’t already have NAIAS credentials. (Instructions on obtaining and using the Preview Pass will be sent after completing registration) \n\nOur New Home: Detroit’s Gem Theater will provide a classic\, intimate setting for the Outlook Conference.
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/outlookconference/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 333 Madison Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150910T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T135431
CREATED:20150623T215658Z
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SUMMARY:Strategic Planning Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join the SAA for a detailed look and analysis of where the automotive market will be in the next few years\, including risk awareness in a more challenging environment.
URL:https://saaauto.com/event/strategic-planning-summit/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago\, Detroit Branch\, 1600 E Warren Ave.\, Detroit\, MI\, 48207\, United States
CATEGORIES:SAA Events,YPN Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150329
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SUMMARY:Event Name
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URL:https://saaauto.com/event/event-name/
LOCATION:Gem Theater\, 333 Madison Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
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