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Women Automotive Network

🌟Women Automotive Summit successfully took place with 1,154 participants🌟

We, as the Women Automotive Network team, want to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the speakers, sponsors, partners, and attendees who participated in the 2023 Annual Summit. Your presence and contribution have been invaluable to us.


In Numbers:

  • 1,154 attendees, with 362 attending in person.
  • 31 speakers.
  • 13 interactive workshops.
  • 6 awards.
  • 51 proud partners.

Though the Annual Summit has concluded, you can still connect with our 27,000+ community on LinkedIn.


What's Coming Up Next:

  • Winter Meetup: Online on the 30th of November.
  • International Women’s Day Celebration: Online on the 8th of March 2024, with a pre-event in-person cocktail reception co-hosted with Automechanika UK in Birmingham on the 7th of March.
  • Women Automotive Summit Detroit: Hybrid event on the 4th of June 2024.
  • Women Automotive Summit Europe: Hybrid event on the 9th of October 2024.

Interested in the 2024 events & Women Automotive Network membership opportunities? Enquire here.

Hope to “see” you soon!


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2023 Past Event Schedule

19/09/2023 - Tuesday
18:00

Pre-event Networking Reception by FLEX

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Kickstart the summit experience with an engaging ice breaker session during the pre-event networking reception at FLEX premises. Connect with fellow attendees, participate in interactive activities, and build valuable relationships.
20/09/2023 - Wednesday
09:00

Conference Breakfast

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Join us for the most important meal of the day and ensure you’re ready to go for the full day ahead
09:35

Chair's Welcome 🌟

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We can't wait to welcome you all!
  • Caroline Trudeau
    Senior Industry Advisor Chairperson & Host.
09:40

"Competitiveness & the automotive industry: uncovering the latest global HR trends"

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Over the past decade, the automotive industry has undergone unprecedented changes to meet the competing demands of digitization and environmental sustainability. How are companies adapting to these transformative shifts and, crucially, what are the implications for their workforce, specifically women? Join Domiziano Pontone, Chief Corporate Sales Officer at Gi Group Holding, one of the world’s leading providers of services for the evolution of the Labour Market, as he illustrates the industry’s latest trends, challenges and HR-centric solutions. Domiziano will share exclusive insights from a comprehensive, forthcoming report developed by Gi Group Holding in collaboration with Italy’s largest technology university Politecnico di Milano. The research encompasses a number of international markets weaving together HR trends, expert commentary from key industry figures, and comprehensive surveys.
  • Domiziano Pontone
    Chief Corporate Sales Officer, Gi Group Holding
10:10

The Power of Digitalization

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Keynote Presentation
  • Kirsty Skinner-Gerth
    Vice President Digital Commerce, Digital Channels, BMW
10:35

🎙️ On-stage Interview: The Road to 2030: Navigating the Automotive Industry's Technology Evolution 🎙️

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Technology innovations will define the automotive industry’s future and determine its next leaders. Realizing the benefits from new technologies will depend on a company’s ability to understand how they will impact customers, partnerships and business models. Our discussion will provide clarity regarding the opportunities and challenges the automotive industry will face in the new era of the technology-defined automobile.
  • Thilo Koslowski
    Strategic Advisor, Board Member | Founder & former CEO Porsche Digital
  • Nicole Scott
    "Producer at Beyond Innovation" Airing on Bloomberg TV Globally
10:55

Meridian Market Resources - an introduction video

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11:00

Networking Break ☕️

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This is the perfect opportunity to expand your network, exchange ideas, and find inspiration from like-minded professionals.
11:45

There’s never been a better time to be a woman in automotive

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"We know that automotive has traditionally been a male-dominated industry. But with its ongoing digital transformation, electrification, and the emerging mobility-as-a-service sector, there are now many opportunities and routes for women of all backgrounds to forge a career in automotive. And despite the tradition of male dominance, the journey to success for women doesn’t always have to feel like a struggle. Join Marie-Fleur Revel, co-Managing Director of XL2, a unique joint venture between Audi and Capgemini, as she shares her experience, explores the growing number of opportunities that exist for women today, why the industry will continue to embrace diversity, and shares tips for success that she’s learned along the way."
  • Marie-Fleur Revel
    Managing Director, XL2 GmbH by Audi & Capgemini
12:05

🎙️ On-stage Interview: My automotive career: “Do it with passion or not at all" 🎙️

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Confidence, passion, and persistence will be at the heart of Andrea Seidel's discussion with Micha Goebig at the Women Automotive Summit. The interview will be about her career in Automotive Industry, and how she has contested and shaped her path so far with her motto "Be bold, have fun, stay true to yourself, and act with passion or not at all". From her initial fascination with IT during her high school year abroad to her establishment in the male-dominated commercial vehicle division of the automotive industry, she'll share insights on self-assertion in challenging scenarios, setting boundaries for a balanced work-life equation, and the transformative power of female mentorship in turning challenges into growth opportunities."
  • Andrea Seidel
    Director IT Infrastructure; Member of the Supervisory Board, Daimler Truck AG
  • Micha Goebig
    Founder & CEO, GO BIG Coaching & Communications, USA
12:25

Shaping a new era of mobility. Together

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The Bosch Mobility solution vision is bold: by 2030, we want to be the preferred partner for vehicle systems, software and hardware and the world's leading technology provider for mobility. This vision will require new business models, new leadership approaches as well as more diverse career paths. A great opportunity for women in automotive.
  • Nina Roeck
    Vice President & Project Lead for the ADAS Transformation in the Mobility Company Project at Bosch
12:45

Networking Lunch 🍽️

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Treat yourself to a delicious meal while connecting with fellow attendees.
14:00

Interactive Roundtable Workshops

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  • "1. How to build, scale and lead global e-mobility start-ups? Lessons learnt and insights from an entrepreneurial leader"
    Dr. Angelika Berger-Sodian
    CEO and Chairwoman of the Board, Portuguese Stealth Mode Mobility Startup
  • "2. Ensuring industry competitiveness through women empowerment"
    Barbara Bruno
    Chief Practice Officer, Gi Group
  • "3. Building relationships with suppliers in the SME world – the power of human connection"
    Ana Lovera
    Founder, Sourcing Values Inc., Canada
  • "4. Cracking the code: How we built an Automotive Software Community called Eclipse SDV?"
    Sara Gallian
    SDV Program Manager, Eclipse Foundation
  • "5. Building Your Authority with Luxury Codes"
    Cláudia Brandão
    Specialist on Luxury & Premium Brands
  • "6. Green Mobility Led by Women in Automotive"
    Lucyna Bogusz
    Poland Country Manager, CA Auto Bank
  • "6. Green Mobility Led by Women in Automotive"
    Marcella Merli
    Italy Country Manager,CA Auto Bank
  • "7. Automotive Industry in Transition – Facing Leadership Challenges"
    Tanja Svjetlanovic
    Consultant Executive Search, Automotive, Spencer Stuart
  • "8. Driven by Men: The Race to Put More Women in the Automotive Driving Seat by 2026."
    Lauren Price
    Senior Partner and Head of Diversity and Inclusion Wenham Carter
  • "8. Driven by Men: The Race to Put More Women in the Automotive Driving Seat by 2026"
    Lucy Franklin
    Diversity & Transformation Director Wenham Carter
  • "9. Upgrade your mentoring – a deep dive into what’s not working about mentoring today and how to change it”
    Micha Goebig
    Founder & CEO, GO BIG Coaching & Communications, USA
  • "10. Unlocking Career Success: Design Thinking for Your Professional Journey"
    Dajana Aleksic
    Head of Product, Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG
  • "11. Ingredients to a Successful Analytics Strategy"
    Fong Li Wee
    Director, Analytics Insights TEIS, TE Connectivity
  • 12. Women as Technology and Innovation Leaders in Automotive"
    Alice Bennati
    Automotive Senior Manager, Micron Technology
  • "13. Races are won and lost in the pit stop"
    Maya Rooz
    ICF-ACC Professional Coach, Speaker and Life Organizer
15:00

Networking Break ☕️

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Make the most of this final coffee break to connect with fellow attendees and leave a lasting impression as we wrap up the summit on a high note.
15:30

Charisma – Myths and Realities

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Charisma is more than something you’re born with, it’s a skill that can be learned and improved just like any other. During this presentation and panel discussion, leaders at Flex will go in-depth on the factors that influence how others perceive and judge you, and what you can do to improve their responses and reactions. With a focus on projecting warmth and competence, these tips can help you navigate the modern business social landscape so that your time and energy can be better spent on what matters most – your work.
  • Melanie Schuttenberg
    Vice President Customer Business Unit EMEA & Managing Director Flex Automotive GmbH
  • Nicole Stevenson
    VP Strategy & Marketing at Flex
  • Judith Gaspar
    Director Talent Management EMEA and Reliability and Agility Segments
15:50

Leading Transformation in the Automotive Industry – taking the challenge.

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Porsche AG is mastering an ongoing transformation process related to vehicle technologies and business models. The minor and major shifts are visible in all layers of the organization. Not only at Porsche, but most likely in most participants of the industry network. Managers are challenged in many aspects on this road – let us have look on our personal leadership contribution.
  • Patricia Bernstein
    Vice President Development Workshops, Porsche AG
16:10

Panel: What makes a "good" leader?

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Join our esteemed panelists as they delve into the topic of what makes a "good" leader and share their valuable insights.
  • Frederic Ruesche
    Managing Director, Renault Trucks Germany
  • Wiebke Ståhl
    Managing Director, Bugatti International S.A.
  • Laurie Fitzgerald
    Senior Vice President, Avanci
  • Caroline Trudeau
    Senior Industry Advisor Chairperson & Host.
  • Dr. Anne Katharina Rhode
    Head of Organizational Design, Thoughtworks
17:00
19:00

🏆🍸 Women Automotive Awards & Cocktail Reception 🍸🏆

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Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration and networking at our Awards & Cocktail Reception. 🎉🥂 Recognizing the achievements and contributions of exceptional people in the automotive industry, this prestigious event promises to be a highlight of the summit. 🌟✨
18:00
22:00

Porsche After-Work Event “Meet the Team”, at the Porsche Museum

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Are you interested in working within Porsche's production team? You are invited to join this event. For more information see this link. To get one of the limited invitations, please email your CV to: nicole.lay@porsche.de * Please note, this event will be hosted in German.

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    SPEAKERS INCLUDE

    Get inspired by our lineup of influential speakers who are driving change in the automotive industry. Hear from thought leaders, experts, and visionaries as they share their insights, experiences, and strategies for success.
    Andrea Seidel

    Director IT Infrastructure, Daimler Truck AG

    Frederic Ruesche

    Managing Director, Renault Trucks Germany

    Wiebke Ståhl

    Managing Director, Bugatti International S.A.

    Patricia Bernstein

    Vice President Development Workshops, Porsche AG

    Nina Roeck

    Vice President & Project Lead for the ADAS Transformation in the Mobility Company Project at Bosch

    Kirsty Skinner-Gerth

    Vice President Digital Commerce, Digital Channels, BMW

    Marie-Fleur Revel

    Managing Director, XL2 GmbH by Audi & Capgemini

    Thilo Koslowski

    Strategic Advisor, Board Member, Founder & former CEO Porsche Digital

    Domiziano Pontone

    Chief Corporate Sales Officer, Gi Group Holding

    Laurie Fitzgerald

    Senior Vice President, Avanci

    Dr. Anne Katharina Rhode

    Head of Organizational Design, Thoughtworks

    Melanie Schuttenberg

    Vice President Customer Business Unit EMEA & Managing Director Flex Automotive GmbH

    Nicole Stevenson

    VP Strategy & Marketing at Flex

    Judith Gaspar

    Director Talent Management EMEA and Reliability and Agility Segments

    Fong Li Wee

    Director, Analytics Insights TEIS, TE Connectivity

    Caroline Trudeau

    Senior Industry Advisor Chairperson & Host.

    Nicole Scott

    Globalive Media

    Cláudia Brandão

    Specialist on Luxury & Premium Brands

    Micha Goebig

    Founder & CEO, GO BIG Coaching & Communications, USA

    Dr. Angelika Sodian-Berger

    CEO and Chairwoman of the Board, Portuguese Stealth Mode Mobility Startup

    Ana Lovera

    Founder, Sourcing Values Inc., Canada

    Marcella Merli

    Italy Country Manager,CA Auto Bank

    Lucyna Bogusz

    Poland Country Manager, CA Auto Bank

    Barbara Bruno

    Chief Practice Officer, Gi Group

    Tanja Svjetlanovic

    Consultant Executive Search, Automotive, Spencer Stuart

    Dajana Aleksic

    Head of Product, Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG

    Lucy Franklin

    Diversity & Transformation Director, Wenham Carter Group

    Lauren Price

    Senior Partner and Head of Diversity and Inclusion, Wenham Carter Group

    Sara Gallian

    SDV Program Manager, Eclipse Foundation

    Alice Bennati

    Automotive Senior Manager, Micron Semiconductor (Deutschland) GmbH

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