7:30 am | Pre-Function Area - Lower Level

Exhibitor Check-in / Registration Open

11:00 am | Pre-Function Area - Lower Level

VIP Matchmaking Registration

Sign in at the registration desk to receive your Matchmaking wristband, appointment card and boxed lunch voucher.

11:30 am - 12:30 pm | Willow A&B - Lower Level

VIP Matchmaking Appointment Scheduling

Gain access to the OEM and Tier 1 Supplier buyer room and schedule a minimum of 4 one-on-one appointments (five minutes each) with your targets. *Number of appointments subject to change.* The Matchmaking Event is open to all Sponsors, Exhibitors, and Attendees, featuring the Supplier and B2B appointments with Purchasing representatives from OEMs and Large Tier 1's. Please note that complimentary registration to the entire SAC.

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Willow A&B - Lower Level

VIP Matchmaking Appointments

Practice your elevator pitch! Matchmaking appointments kick off at 1:00 p.m. Extra time? Report to the Matchmaking ‘bullpen’ for opportunities to schedule additional appointments, if time and availability allow.

2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Maple - Upper Level

Joint Board Meeting

**Invitation Only**

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Welcome Reception

All attendees are welcome to attend this opening night reception in the conference halls at the Gas South Convention Center. Early preview of our Exhibit Hall and time to get to know and network with exhibitors! Complimentary food and drinks. Entertainment provided.

7:30 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Networking Breakfast / Exhibits Open / Registration Open

8:00 am - 8:15 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Opening Remarks / President's Video

8:15 am - 9:15 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Opening Keynote: Financial Overview

Presented by: Joe McCabe - President & CEO, AutoForecast Solutions, LLC

9:15 am - 10:15 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Guest Keynote: Leading With Passion

Presented by: Gary Zelesky

10:15 am - 10:45 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Featured Keynote: EV & Mobility Update

Presented by: Gabrielle Pierre - Director of Strategy & Partnerships, University of Georgia / Georgia Network for Electric Mobility (GNEM)

10:45 am - 11:15 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Exhibit Hall Showcase

Dedicated networking time with our exhibitors!

11:15 am - 12:00 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Supply Chain Panel: The Grumpy Men of Logistics

Moderated by: David Eyes - Vice President & General Manager of Automotive Solutions, True Commerce / Panelists include: Ted Bowley - Sales Director, Southeast, Carter Logistics, LLC / Mike Franz - Senior Business Development Manager, Benore Logistics Systems, Inc. / Haiden Smith - Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Hollingsworth

12:00 pm - 1:15 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Stars of Southern Manufacturing Awards Luncheon

1:15 pm - 2:00 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

C-Suite Power Panel: EVs & the Future of U.S. Mobility

Moderated by: Andrew Capezzuto - Director of Corporate Affairs, Rivian / Panelists include: Stuart Countess - President & CEO, Kia Georgia / Joe George - President, Mobility, Cox Automotive, Inc.

2:00 pm - 2:10 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Governor's Remarks (*invited)

2:10 pm - 2:15 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Hall of Fame Award Presentation

2:15 pm - 3:00 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Keynote Panel: Cybersecurity & Quantum Computing - Are You Scared Yet?

3:00 pm - 3:45 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Exhibit Hall Showcase

Dedicated networking time with our exhibitors!

3:00 pm - 3:45 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Live Podcast Interview & Recording

3:45 pm - 4:30 pm | TBD

Breakout Session 1: Panel on Sustainability

3:45 pm - 4:30 pm | TBD

Breakout Session 2: Panel on Reducing Healthcare Costs

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Exhibit Halls C&D and Pre-Function Area - Lower Level

Gala Reception

All registered attendees are invited. Amazing food choices including ethnic favorites, beverages, entertainment, and surprises!

7:30 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Networking Breakfast / Exhibits Open / Registration Open

8:00 am - 8:10 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Opening Remarks

8:10 am - 9:10 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Featured Keynote: The Great Realignment of Auto

Presented by: Lenny LaRocca - U.S. Automotive Industry Leader / Advisory Partner, Deal Advisory & Strategy / M&A, PE, & Global Transactions, KPMG

9:10 am - 10:10 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Featured Panel: Real & Successful Uses of AI

Panelists include: Rick Oppedisano - Founder & CEO, Delta Bravo AI / BMW Representative TBD

10:10 am - 10:45 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Exhibit Hall Showcase

Dedicated networking time with our exhibitors!

10:45 am - 11:15 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Grand Prize Drawings

**Must be present to win!**

11:15 am - 11:30 am | Exhibit Halls C&D - Lower Level

Passing of the Torch & Closing Remarks