MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers

Leveraging AI and Technology for Improving Sales Workshop on December 6 in Southfield, Mich. In today’s fast-paced sales environment, embracing AI and technology is essential to stay competitive. Join Alana Nicol of Gerry Weinberg & Associates Inc. for an interactive workshop to explore strategies for streamlining processes, leveraging LinkedIn, and using AI-driven tools to elevate your sales. Ideal for sales and business development professionals ready to enhance their approach with cutting-edge technology. ?? Register now for this workshop: https://bit.ly/3XEiM48

? Today MEMA OE held our monthly coffee & networking event, the Morning Grind. ? Our attendees had the opportunity to hear from members of the Plante Moran team and discuss the implications of the election on the automotive industry. Did you miss today's Morning Grind? Keep an eye out for when we launch our next one!

Registration is now open for the MEMA OE 2025 Legal Trends! MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers will host the annual Automotive Supplier Legal Trends Seminar on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Experts from Warner Norcross + Judd will share key legal insights and trends to help supplier executives navigate the evolving automotive industry in 2025. ?? Register now: https://bit.ly/48XjTQh

The Morning Grind is NEXT WEDNESDAY! Have you signed up yet? Join us on November 20 in Southfield, Mich., for a cup of coffee or tea as the Plante Moran team provides insights into the recent election results and analyzes potential impacts of the administration change on the automotive industry.

?? Decoding Industry 4.0 Tech and How to Harness it for your Operation ?? Host Jason Stein sits down with Joe LaRussa, PE, owner of Supremo Consulting & Advisory Services and the expert in residence at the Industry 4.0 Accelerator. Joe breaks down all of the issues related to the Industry 4.0 Accelerator and how to help shortcut the difficult process of categorizing, comparing, and contrasting all the available solutions. Tune into a brand-new episode of MEMA’s Automotive Insiders hosted by Jason Stein: https://lnkd.in/g46cRQ9q

?? That’s a wrap on Annual Conference 2024! ?? ?? MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers sincerely thanks all our outstanding attendees, speakers, and sponsors for an outstanding event this year. We truly hope that all who attended created lasting connections and enjoyed the multitude of topics covered. We were thrilled to have you with us these last two days and can’t wait to see where 2025 takes the Automotive Industry. ?? #MEMA #AnnualConference #AC24 #MEMAOEAnnualConference #Automotive #Networking #AutomotiveSuppliers

Finishing off our great content this year was the Government Panel. Pat D’Eramo, Martinrea International, Jennifer Safavian, Autos Drive America and Ann Wilson, MEMA sat down with moderator Jason Stein to discuss the impact of the recent election and the changes we may see in the industry following the shift in power. We also celebrated Ann’s upcoming retirement. She is a huge reason for the success of the MEMA Government Affairs team and we will miss her dearly. #MEMA #AnnualConference #AC24 #MEMAOEAnnualConference #Automotive #Networking #AutomotiveSuppliers

Great discussions were had during the Real World View of the Market – Supplier CEO Presentation & Fireside Chat. This session featured Swamy Kotagiri, CEO, Magna International and Ray Scott, President & CEO, Lear Corporation. Following their presentations, Collin Shaw sat down with both to have a Q&A discussion. #MEMA #AnnualConference #AC24 #MEMAOEAnnualConference #Automotive #Networking #AutomotiveSuppliers

To kickoff the afternoon sessions on the main stage was our annual Outlook Panel. Philipp Carlsson-Szlezak, Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Emmanuel Rosner, Wolfe Research, LLC, and Jeff Schuster, GlobalData Plc each gave some great insights as to the outlook for the automotive industry. Our very own Mike Jackson then moderated a Q&A session. #MEMA #AnnualConference #AC24 #MEMAOEAnnualConference #Automotive #Networking #AutomotiveSuppliers

After a tasty lunch, attendees were able to select from two more concurrent sessions. SESSION 1: Navigating the Sustainability Journey: Are You Prepared for What Lies Ahead? This session explored sustainability and if companies are ready for what is to come within this area. Panelists included Laurie Hoose, PMP, Plante Moran, Emily Sobel, MEMA. The Vehicle Suppliers Association, Heather Pishalski, AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing and was moderated by Bryan Russell, MEMA Center for Sustainability Session 2: Accelerating Electrification: Advances in Lithium-ion Battery Technology for Automotive and Commercial Applications This session covered the hot topic of battery technology in the automotive industry. Speakers included: Simon Buderath, P3 USA, Sean Kieran, Litens Automotive Group, Steve Pekarcik, Zeon Chemicals and was moderated by Hannah Lutz, Automotive News. #MEMA #AnnualConference #AC24 #MEMAOEAnnualConference #Automotive #Networking #AutomotiveSuppliers