CAR MBS | Center for Automotive Research

CAR Management Briefing Seminars

August 4-5, 2021 | Grand Traverse Resort & Livestream

We would like to thank all of our attendees, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, and staff who helped make the automotive event of the summer a success. Virtual registration for CAR MBS 2021 is still available for those who wish to access on-demand recordings of the sessions.

MBS will return in 2022 during the first week of August; sign-up for our mailing list to stay informed on all things MBS. We’re looking forward to seeing you next year!

Speakers Include:

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Lori Costew

Chief Diversity Officer and Director of People Strategy

Ford Motor Company

Timothy Grewe

Director, Global Battery Cell & Electrification Strategy General Motors

Stephen Lewis

General Manager, Diversity & Inclusion Toyota

Carol Jean Milner

Director of Supplier Diversity, Service & Support Purchasing Nissan

Justine Johnson

Mobility Strategist Ford - City Solutions

Chris Nevers

Senior Director, Policy Rivian

Governor Gretchen Whitmer

Governor State of Michigan

Swamy Kotagiri

Chief Executive Officer

Magna International Inc.

David Johnson

Vice President, Production Engineering and New Model Quality

Nissan U.S.

Jan Griffiths

President and Founder

Gravitas Detroit

Full list of speakers

Learn from Industry Leaders

CAR MBS provides an exceptional forum to hear from industry leaders as they deliver compelling talks and engage in stimulating panels about the future of the global automotive industry. CAR’s research is the foundation that shapes the sessions’ content – with today’s industry experts delivering mission-critical insight and vision.

Expand Your Network

Don’t miss one of the most valued aspects of the annual CAR Management Briefing Seminars. The networking encouraged by the relaxed northern Michigan setting provides unparalleled relationship-building opportunities.

CAR MBS Golf Outing – Join your colleagues for golf on the Gary Player-designed Wolverine Golf Course at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
Welcome Reception – CAR MBS kicks-off with a welcome reception in the lobby of the Grand Traverse Resort as attendees arrive
Social Hour – CAR invites all attendees and their partners to gather in the evening for drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and networking

Showcase Your Organization

CAR MBS features an audience of some of the top decision makers in automotive. For more information on how your company can engage with CAR on this event for 2022, please contact: Shaun Whitehouse | [email protected]

Companies in Attendance

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Full list of companies in attendance

All proceeds from CAR MBS support our nonprofit mission.