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Theodore John Cannis President and CEO Ford Sollers Holding
Igor Komarov President AVTOVAZ
Anatoly Artamonov Governor Kaluga Region
James Bovenzi President and Managing Director General Motors Russia and CIS 
OEM & OES Strategies, Supply Chain, R&D, HR, Aftersales, Regional DEvelopment, Sales & Marketing
New sessions on Powertrain and Transmissions and Niche Segments
Leading experts of the global and Russian automotive industry.
20 CEOs and 6 Purchasing Directors confirmed to date.
Your unique opportunity to book a meeting with purchasing directors of the leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers!
An excellent opportunity to meet with international automotive suppliers! Only 2 weeks until the event – Register now for FREE Exhibition Pass!
The premier international gathering for the Russian automotive industry! NOW in its 16th year!
Session in Focus
PURCHASING DIRECTORS INSIGHTS: creating a stronger and more competitive supply chain:
• Daniel Perry, Vice President Renault Nissan Purchasing Organization Eurasia Region, Director Common, Purchasing Organization RNPO/Avtovaz
• Erik Barenthein, Director – Purchasing Development, GAZ Group
• Lisa King, Vice President Purchasing, Ford Sollers
• Scot Sharland, CEO, AIAG
• Michael Pohl, Head of Business Development, LyondellBasell
• Andre Schommer, Head of Productive Procurement, Mercedes-Benz Trucks Vostok
Presentation in Focus
David Hilton, Head of Exterior Design (2012), Bentley Motors
What makes Design/Styling critical to a Brand
Most of the world's major car makers are now on the same level as far as quality and engineering are concerned. The dividing factors of 'Design and Customer USP's' have never been so important as a diferentiator. OEM brands are becoming more adventurous in self definition for one reason: they have to in order to survive! So, what makes a Brand so special? How can you identify it, and bring it to a reality? This is one of the new keys to automotive success
2013 FORUM HIGHLIGHTS:
Take part in RAF Exhibition!
One of the distinctive features of the upcoming Russian Automotive Forum in 2013 will be the first ever organised in Russia specialised exhibition dedicated to OEMs and their suppliers, including Tier 1, 2 and 3, as well as government authorities, industrial parks, service providers and equipment manufacturers.
The specialised exhibition will provide even more opportunities for constructive and successful dialogue between all participants of the forum and will demonstrate achievements of over 100 exhibitors from 30 countries.
Key questions to be answered at this forum in 2013
How to enter Russia or solidify your presence in the country?
What are the first results of WTO entry and the utilisation tax?
Powertrain manufacturing and technological developments in Russia
How to qualify as a supplier of a foreign OEM in Russia?
Which car brands sell the best in the Russian market?
Where are OEMs going to sell the increased volumes of cars they produce?
What is the progress on developing new automotive clusters in the Russian Far East and Kaliningrad?
Why does working for the aftermarket suffice for some OES?
Where do you find staff in Russia and how do you retain them?
How do you deliver your goods/products in the biggest country in the world?
In 2012 we were honoured to have speakers and delegates of the highest level from:
AvtoVAZ • GAZ GROUP • RENAULT • FORD • TOYOTA • VOLKSWAGEN • VOLVO • SOLLERS • KAMAZ • HYUNDAI• IVECO-AMT• GENERAL MOTORS • SEVERSTALAUTO-ISUZU • MAN • MERCEDES-BENZ • PEUGEOT CITROEN • FIAT • NISSAN
Don't miss the opportunity to meet them in 2013!
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