In this workshop, we will define why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are important to individuals and organizations. We will explore the priorities and measures required to set themselves and the organization up for true transformation and sustainable success.

Day 2: Conference - Monday, April 12, 2021

8:30 - 9:45 AM (EDT)

State of the Industry

Moderator: Eduardo Martinez, Executive Director – Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Cummings Inc.

Speakers: Cheryl Thompson, Founder and CEO, CADIA (Industry Perspective), Monica Azzali, Global Director - GBS People Services, General Motors Company (OEM Perspective), Fleming Ford, Vice President, Retail Leadership Academy, ESI Trends (Retail Perspective), Tammy Tecklenburg, Principal, Tecklenburg Advisors (Auto Care Perspective), Julie Fream, President & CEO, OESA (Supplier Perspective)

We will discuss The State of the Industry in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Cheryl will share observations from CADIA's perspectives, and along with session moderator,Eduardo Martinez, will talk talk to individuals who represent the OEM, supplier, retail and auto care points of view.

9:45 - 10:00 AM (EDT)

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10:00 - 11:00 AM (EDT)

Diverse Voices Panel

Moderator: Chris Garramone, General Manager – Purchasing Supplier Development - Functional Toyota Motor North America

Speakers: Stan Kimer, President, Total Engagement Consulting, Nozomi Morgan, CEO, Michiki Morgan Worldwide, Arthur Benjamin, Senior Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Tinuiti, Thania Esquivel, Global Director, Marketing, Gentherm

The Diverse Voices panel will discuss their experiences and motivation - as well as barriers and strategies to increase representation in the auto mobility industry.

11:00 - 11:15 AM (EDT)

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11:15 - 12:00 PM (EDT)

Courageous Conversations

Moderator: Glenn Stevens Jr., Executive Director, MICHauto

Speakers: Lottie Holland, Director, Diversity and Inclusion Engagement and EEOC Compliance, Stellantis, Amal Berry, Sr. Manager of Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Ford Motor Company, Joseph Matthews, Vice President of Purchasing and Diversity Officer, Gentex Corp., Kymberly Reeves, Assistant General Counsel, Nexteer

Listening Tours and "courageous conversations" are gaining traction in the industry as a means to gain understanding and clarity around Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. This is a best practice for leaders who want to understand the lived experience, views and interpretations of a wide group of people within their organization. Panelists will share their organization's journey and best practices.

12:00 - 12:30 PM (EDT)

LUNCH

12:30 - 1:15 PM (EDT)

The CEO Why/Business Rationale for DEI

Moderator: Jody Stidham, Managing Director, Deloitte Consulting LLP

Speakers: Dennis Hoeg, President, Nexteer Automotive, Lisa Lunsford, CEO and Co-Founder, GS3 Global Strategic Supply Solutions, Anton Chilton, CEO QAD, Mary Buchzeiger, President and CEO, Lucerne International

Every organization has a different "why" when it comes to DEI. Hear from CEOs on their "why" - what motivates them and their organizations, and how it affects their business objectives.

1:15 - 1:30 PM (EDT)

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1:30 - 2:15 PM (EDT)

Deloitte Fireside Chat

Moderator: Cheryl Thompson, Founder and CEO, CADIA

Speakers: Cathy Gutierrez, Senior Manager, Workforce Transformation Leader, Deloitte

Cathy works with companies around the world in many varied industries. We will be talking with her about what world class companies are doing, best practices, obstacles and opportunities.

2:15 - 2:30 PM (EDT)

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2:30 - 3:25 PM (EDT)

Case Study, Yanfeng Panel

Moderator: Margaret Baxter, Executive Director

Speakers: Yanfeng Diversity & Inclusion Group: Kent E Johnston, Vice President Business Systems, Laurie Bylsma, Executive Director Human Resources, Omas Fregene, Human Resources Business Partner, Priya Gurumurthy, Global IT Manager, Rachael Watson, Senior Communications Professional, Selase Asamoa-Tutu, Engineering Manager

We will be discussing an industry case study in DEI. Yanfeng organized a Diversity and Inclusion Group in mid 2020. We will talk to members of the group about their motivations, organization, and how they are moving the needle on DEI at Yanfeng.

3:25 PM (EDT)

Call to Action

Speakers: Cheryl Thompson, Founder and CEO, CADIA

3:30 PM (EDT)

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