Begins April 21, 2010 at 7:30 AM
Ends
April 21, 2010
at 2:00 PM
Chicago Hyatt Regency O’Hare
Rosemont,
IL
For more information contact:
John Chalifoux
248.952.6401 ext. 233
E-mail John
IRN, Foley & Larnder, Roland Berger, Whitehall Group, Autobeat Group
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OESA invites automotive suppliers to attend “Charting the Course for Sustained Growth and Recovery,” on April 21, 2010, at the Chicago Hyatt Regency O’Hare, Rosemont, Ill. This meeting is intended to provide suppliers with insight into the business and operational strategies needed to thrive in the automotive industry in 2010 and beyond. Experts covering strategy, operational, financial and legal considerations will hold a “hands-on” meeting and engage participants in active dialogue and debate. Participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of industry dynamics and requirements for future success. Neil De Koker, president and CEO, OESA, will open the meeting by providing an update on industry economic conditions, a market forecast for 2010, and a summary of association and industry activities in Washington, D.C. Kim Korth, president and CEO, IRN, Inc., and OESA board member, will lead attendees through “Learning the New Rules for Success and Survival,” a presentation and facilitated discussion. Korth will focus on the attributes of successful suppliers, and how they can remain focused on long-term success. Juergen Reers, managing partner, Roland Berger Strategy Consultants, will help to set the framework when he shares the results of a recent global automotive supplier survey. A supplier case study and a question and answer session will be included as part of the session. Joe Bione, president, Whitehall Group L.L.C., will present “Financial and Operational Excellence.” Bione will deliver proven and practical advice for all suppliers. John Trentacosta, partner, Foley & Lardner LLP, will moderate the panel, “Legal Strategies for Maximizing Success.” He will be joined by Mark Aiello, partner and co-chair, auto industry team, Judy O’Neill, partner, and Tom Spillane, co-chair, auto industry team, Foley & Lardner LLP. OESA members and non-members should take advantage of this opportunity to network with supplier peers and learn the latest thinking from industry experts. At the close of the formal program, attendees will be able to “grab a box lunch” and meet one-on-one with the speakers from noon to 2 p.m.
Overnight accommodations are available at the Chicago Hyatt Regency O’Hare for $139 plus taxes per night by contacting the hotel directly at 847.696.1234. Reservations at this discounted rate can be made through April 5, after that date the rate is not guaranteed. For registration assistance, contact Felece Hickman at 248.952.6401 ext. 237 or fhickman@oesa.org. For program information, contact John Chalifoux at 248.952.6401 ext. 233 or jchalifoux@oesa.org.
Registration Fees: OESA members and guests on or before April 14, 2010 | $195 | OESA members and guests after April 14, 2010 | $245 |
Notes: Refunds cannot be given after April 14, 2010. Substitutions are always welcome. Registrants that agree to pay at the door will be held to the same cancellation policy as prepaid registrants and will be invoiced if cancellation is not received by April 14, 2010. Fax the completed registration form to 248.952.6404 or register online with credit card payment at http://www.oesa.org. AGENDA 7:30 a.m. | Registration, Networking and Continental Breakfast | | | 8 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions John Chalifoux, Vice President, Marketing and Business Development, OESA · Review of Antitrust Guidelines · Participant Self-Introductions · OESA Overview and Government Affairs Update | | | | 8:20 a.m. | Learning the New Rules for Success and Survival Kim Korth, President and CEO, IRN, Inc. | | | 9:20 a.m. | Supplier Industry Outlook: 2010 and Beyond Thomas Wendt, Principal, Roland Berger Strategy Consultant Key Success Factors: A Supplier Case Study Jason Surber, President, ATF, Inc. Question and Answer Session | | | 10:30 a.m. | Networking Break | | | 10:45 a.m. | Financial and Operational Excellence Joe Bione, President, Whitehall Group | | | 11:30 a.m. | Panel: Legal Strategies for Maximizing Success Moderator: John Trentacosta, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP Mark Aiello, Partner and Co-chair, Auto Industry Team, Foley & Lardner LLP Judy O’Neill, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP Tom Spillane, Co-chair, Auto Industry Team, Foley & Lardner LLP | | | 12:30 p.m. | Closing Remarks and Adjournment John Chalifoux, Vice President, Marketing and Business Development, OESA | | | 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m. | Box Lunch and One-on-One Discussions with Speakers (optional) |
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