Southern Automotive Quality Summit
April 24 - 25, 2023
Event Overview
Now in its sixth year, the Southern Automotive Quality Summit is a unique collaboration between the Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association and the Automotive Industry Action Group. The ultimate success of the automotive industry hinges not only on maintaining, but continuing to improve, the quality of the vehicles and parts provided to the consumer. High expectations and new challenges continue to drive automakers and automotive suppliers to formulate and implement updated quality standards to prepare the automotive industry for the demands and technologies of the future.
Commitment to Quality
Showcasing the southern automotive industry's commitment to world-class quality the Southern Automotive Quality Summit attracts technical professionals and leaders seeking to improve their organization’s quality processes, systems and performance. Sessions led by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama and Tier Supplier Mobis will headline this year’s high-impact agenda, which will also feature presentations on the 8th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report, Core Tools Self-Assessment, supplier audit processes and workforce skills and solutions in a quality-driven, EV-ready industry.
Agenda
| Agenda subject to change |
| MONDAY, APRIL 24 |
| 12:00 p.m. - Robert Trent Jones Capitol Hill Golf Outing |
| 3:30 p.m. - Exhibitor Check-in & Setup |
| 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - Networking Reception Exhibit Hall |
| TUESDAY, APRIL 25 |
| 7:00 a.m. - Registration & Networking Breakfast |
| 8:15 a.m. - Welcome Opening Remarks: Governor Kay Ivey Ron Davis - President, Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association Chris Lewis - VP of Commercial Development & Engagement, Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) |
| 8:30 a.m. - Hyundai Perspective on Quality Mike Knopf - Quality Assurance Head of Department, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing of Alabama |
| 9:00 a.m. - Mobis Quality Systems Best Practice Robert Hanson - Module Quality Control Head of Deparment, Mobis Alabama |
| 9:45 a.m. - Networking Break |
| 10:30 a.m. - The 8th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report Brian Martensen -Â Product Manager, Plex Gerry Abbey - Market Research & Competitive Intelligence Manager, Plex |
| 11:15 a.m. - Supplier Audit Process Driving Improvement James Bruin - Executive Director, International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB) |
| 12:00 p.m. - Lunch Invocation: Brandy Mitchell - Central Alabama Community College |
| 1:00 p.m. - Workforce Development Impact on Quality & Pipeline Initiatives Ed Castile - Director, AIDT |
| 1:45 p.m. - Core Tools Self-Assessment Case Study Dave Mimms - Quality Support Executive, AIAG Steve Povenz - Director of Quality, Shape Corporation |
| 2:30 p.m. - Networking Break |
| 3:00 p.m. - Workforce Skills & Challenges for Shift to EVs Moderator: Steve Sewell - Executive VP, Economic Development Partnership of Alabama Panelists: Mary Ila Ward - Founder, Horizon Point Consulting / Michael Staley - President, Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition / Mike Oatridge - Executive Director, UA Alabama Mobility & Power Center / Hans Crouse - Senior Manager for Quality, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International / Rick Smearman - Assistant Plant Director, General Motors |
| 4:00 p.m. - Closing Comments Chris Lewis - VP of Commercial Development & Engagement, Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) Matt Pohlman - CEO, Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) Ron Davis - President, Alabama Automotive Manufacturers Association |
Spotlight on Southern Quality
Attend
Network & Get Connected!
Attendee Registration:
- AAMA/AIAG Members - $200 (*Requires promo code.)
- Non-members: $250
Exhibit
Join our Exhibit Hall!
Exhibit Registration:
- AAMA / AIAG Members: $750 (*Requires promo code.)
- Non-members: $950
Exhibit includes:
*Two complimentary exhibitor attendees (additional attendees may be added for $100 each).
*5’ table with tablecloth, two chairs and electric.
Sponsor
Make an Impact as a Sponsor!
Sponsorships At-a-Glance:
Gold Sponsor:
$3,500 AAMA/AIAG Members / $4,000 Non-members
Silver Sponsor:
$2,000 AAMA/AIAG Members / $2,500 Non-members
Supporting Sponsor:
$1,000 AAMA/AIAG Members / $1,500 Non-members
Networking Reception Sponsor:
$2,000 AAMA/AIAG Members / $2,500 Non-members
Lanyard Sponsor:
$2,500 AAMA/ AIAG Members / $3,000 Non-members
For full details, download our Sponsorship Prospectus below!
*To secure your sponsorship, please complete and submit the commitment form on the final page of the prospectus.
Venue & Accommodations
Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel and Conference Center at Capitol Hill
2500 Legends Circle
Prattville, Alabama 36066
*See link provided above for venue and hotel information. A courtesy room block for registered attendees is available for the evening of Monday, April 24 ONLY. A reservation link will be provided upon registration confirmation.
**ROOM BLOCK SOLD OUT**
Golf Outing
Ready to Hit the Green?
Calling all golfers! Join fellow Quality Summit attendees on the renowned Robert Trent Jones Capitol Hill Golf Course for a fun afternoon of networking and golf! Golf outing begins at noon on Monday, April 24.
Golf Outing Registration: $130Â (*Must be a registered summit attendee. Registration may be added to both attendee and exhibitor registrations.)
RTJ Golf Outing includes:
*Green fee, boxed lunch and two drink tickets.
Questions?
For more information, please contact:
Madison Bosc - General Event Inquiries
madisonaama@gmail.com
Chris Lewis - Golf Outing Inquiries
clewis@aiag.org
Interested in learning more about AAMA or AIAG?
AAMA - automotivealabama.org
AIAG - aiag.org
Thank You To Our Sponsors!
