Kick-start your day with high-impact workshops built to sharpen your skills and mindset. Expect engaging discussions, real-world insights, and practical takeaways to help you lead with purpose and thrive in your career.

Empowering employees goes beyond policies and job titles — it’s about building a workplace where people feel seen, supported, and connected. In this discussion, we’ll explore how organisations are shifting focus from terminology to tangible inclusion, strengthening culture through community, and fostering allyship across all levels. Discover practical ways to create environments where everyone has the opportunity to contribute, grow, and succeed.

As AI continues to reshape the automotive industry, the value of unique perspectives has never been more critical. In this keynote, we will explore how expertise outside traditional AI fields can offer a distinct advantage in shaping the future of AI. Dr. Charlene Wu will share stories and how her first-hand experiences as a behavioral scientist has influenced human-centered AI strategy and research programs at the Toyota Research Institute. Join us for a stimulating discussion which will explore how discovering and leveraging your background and expertise can position you as a leader in the AI-driven automotive landscape.

On-stage interview with Mazda racing drivers

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.

Innovation doesn’t happen in silos. In today’s competitive landscape, it’s the strength of your partnerships that drives progress. In this panel, we’ll explore how strategic collaboration fuels innovation and accelerates results. From aligning partners around shared goals to leveraging complementary strengths, we’ll unpack what makes partnerships work — and why they’re essential for driving sustainable success.

Join us to discover how different experiences, skills, and ways of thinking can unlock bold ideas, sharpen strategies, and spark meaningful change across the industry.