Pre-Conference Sessions

Learning from the Crisis: Building a More Resilient Supply Chain

Presented by Bain & Company

Tom Wendt, Partner Mark Gottfredson, Partner, Co-Head Americas Automotive and Mobility Practice Has supply chain become your single biggest business risk…when it should be your greatest competitive weapon? Join Bain & Company as we dive into the topic and discuss how continuously rising customer expectations, at a time of increased nationalization, more frequent disasters, and a pandemic, are applying pressure on supply chains. In a world of increased volatility, supply chains represent a critical risk for companies and leading companies are acting decisively to build supply chain resilience as a source of competitive advantage.

Supplier Performance Monitoring for Improved Supply Chain Management

Presented by QAD

Terry Onica, Director, Automotive Is your process for supplier performance monitoring providing you with an accurate perspective on your suppliers’ ability to meet your requirements? How valuable is your supplier performance monitoring process in supporting proactive decision-making in your business? Learn the limitations of traditional supplier performance monitoring and how to leverage available supplier performance data streams to gain a 360-degree view of your suppliers’ contribution to your business success with QAD.

Navigating the 6 Deadly D's of Disruption

Presented by Baker Tilly

Jeff Jorge, Market Leader - Digital, Mobility and Supply Chain Everywhere you look there is a new market disruptor impacting the automotive sector. As technology and consumer behaviors continue to shift, businesses must transform their operations. Join Baker Tilly to learn about the six deadly D’s, how to see beyond the disruption and shift your business into gear.

What you need to know on the Tax Front

Presented by RSM

Patti Burquest, Principal, Washington National Tax Fred Gordon, Senior Director, Washington National Tax Gain insight on the tax front of the Biden Administration efforts from experts on the RSM Washington Tax Team. Learn the tax implications of topics currently in the news including: an update on Capitol Hill (what are they currently discussing and why); the Legislative Outlook (what new programs are being considered by the Biden administration, and Congress); and a preview of IRS efforts (proposed mega funding, enhanced enforcement and customer service).