Women Automotive Summit: EUROPE

6 October 2026, Forum am Schlosspark, Stuttgart, Germany

Explore the 2026 Agenda

8:00 - 09:00

Registration and Coffee

08:10 - 08:55

Morning Masterclasses: Leadership, Mindfulness & AI

Kick your day off with intention and purpose
  1. 1) AI Masterclass: AI Readiness is the new executive superskill.
    To lead the automotive industry of 2026, you don't just need to understand the tools - you need the audacity to use them to claim your space and redefine the road ahead. Join this interactive session and ensure you have the edge.
    Stefanie Schieber
    Industry Leader Automotive & Mobility
    Google
09:00 - 9:05

Welcoming Remarks

Stephanie May
Director
Women Automotive Network
09:05 - 9:20

Chair's Welcome & Ice-Breaker Session

Keren Pickard
Certified Courage Coach and Trainer
09:20 - 09:40

Inspirational Keynote: Navigating through change and transformation

Reserved for Industry Role Model
09:40 - 10:00

Available for Headline Sponsor

Are you a senior industry leader shaping the future of automotive and mobility? Could you be this year's Headline Sponsor delivering a flagship keynote, sharing a bold perspective on leadership, innovation, and the strategic forces redefining the industry?

To discuss speaking and sponsorship opportunities in front of our audience of 500 automotive professionals, contact: Team@WomenAutomotive.com

10:00 - 10:45

Opening Panel: What Will Future Leaders Look Like and What Skills Will They Need?

This panel will explore what skills future leaders will need, and how inclusive leadership creates competitive advantage. Leaders from OEMs, suppliers, technology, and policy will discuss how breaking down silos across the ecosystem strengthens performance, resilience, and long-term impact, while also sharing how they think emerging talent can prepare for, and shape, the industry’s future.
Julia Grab
Chief Strategist & Planner,

European Passenger Vehicles

Ford Motor Company
Dirk Voeste
Chief Sustainability Officer
Volkswagen Group
Julie Meyssonnier
Head of Supply Chain Projects & Network
Toyota Motor Europe
Speaker TBC
LKQ
10:45 - 11:30

Networking Coffee Break

11:30 - 11:35

Video Sponsor

Interested in showcasing your product to our audience of 1000 automotive professionals? To discuss this opportunity and further branding, contact: Team@WomenAutomotive.com
11:35 - 12:05

Panel Discussion: Shaping the Future of Hybrid Tech

Shalini Kashyap
VP, Global Strategic Partnerships &

Global Marine & Energy

Castrol
12:05 - 12:25

Sustainability, Regulation & Industry Outlook: What’s coming — and how do we prepare?

Available for Gold Sponsor

Interested in providing a keynote this year?

To discuss speaking and sponsorship opportunities, contact: Team@WomenAutomotive.com

12:25 - 12:45

AI, Digitalization & the Automotive Tech Stack: From Hype to Real-World Impact

Available for Gold Sponsor

Interested in providing a keynote this year?

To discuss speaking and sponsorship opportunities, contact: Team@WomenAutomotive.com

12:45 - 12:50

Stand, Connect, Lunch: Find Your Table

Participate in a dynamic networking activity designed to connect you with attendees who have shared interests and goals - making every lunch table a hub for meaningful conversation.
12:50 - 14:00

Lunch

14:00 - 15:00

Workshops* (For in-person attendees only)

At this year's event, there will be one interative session in the main conference room, with further more intimate discussions running in parallel. In-person attendees will need to select one workshop to join. There will be a separate workshop for online attendees.
  1. 1) Main Conference: Your Personal Brand and Leveraging your Network Strategically
    Stefanie Schieber
    Industry Leader Automotive & Mobility
    Google
  2. 2) Topic TBC, reserved for AlixPartners
    Sophie D'Herbomez
    Senior Vice President
    AlixPartners
  3. 3) Topic TBC, reserved for Castrol
  4. Workshops 4 - 6 available.

Interested in hosting a private session on a topic of your choice, with a selected number of attendees? Contact: Team@WomenAutomotive.com

15:00 - 15:45

Networking Coffee Break

15:45 - 16:05

Panel: Industry Collaboration in Practice: Scaling Innovation Across the Automotive Ecosystem

Interested in joining this session?

To discuss speaking and sponsorship opportunities, contact: Team@WomenAutomotive.com

Melanie Schuttenberg
Board Member
TAJCO
Nina Roeck
VP Software Drive & Comfort
Renault Group
Saba Azizi
Overseas Service Network &

Development Manager EMEA Region

CATL
16:05 - 16:30

Leading with Intent: The Power of Allyship, Mentorship, and Cross-Generational Collaboration

Interested in joining this session?

To discuss speaking and sponsorship opportunities, contact: Team@WomenAutomotive.com

Katherine Zachary
VP - International Communications
Nissan
Danielly Cortes
Global VP Cooperations & BD,

Commercial Vehicles Business Unit

Stellantis
Christian Wilz
CEO Mercedes-Benz Trucks Germany
Daimler Truck
 16:30 - 17:00

Closing the Loop - Name It, Share It, Connect

In this interactive closing session, attendees will reflect on their Summit goals, share whether they achieved them, and explore any aspirations or connections still unmet. Through guided networking, we'll ensure your day closes on a high-energy note, having made meaningful connections and actionable next steps.
17:00

Chair's Closing Speech

17:00 - 17:45

Networking Cocktail Reception

Join us for a fantastic evening of celebration and networking at our Awards & Cocktail Reception. 🎉🥂
17:45 - 19:00

Awards Ceremony

Let's recognise together the remarkable achievements of industry leaders and individuals. 🌟
View the shortlisted individuals and companies here
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