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MARCH 31, 2026

Hosted by NADA, J.D. Power and New York International Auto Show

FAQ

What is J.D. Power?

J.D. Power is a global leader in consumer insights, advisory services and data and analytics. A pioneer in the use of big data, artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic modeling capabilities to understand consumer behavior, J.D. Power has been delivering incisive industry intelligence on customer interactions with brands and products for more than 50 years. The world's leading businesses across major industries rely on J.D. Power to guide their customer-facing strategies.

Why should I attend?

For access to the exclusive industry insights and analytics into the state of the industry, EV adoption, digital retail, supply and inventory, and the annual live Franchise Assessment only available onsite to registered attendees.

When in Auto Summit 2026?

The conference will be on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026.

Where will Auto Summit be held?

We are heading back to Las Vegas, NV. Additional details will be available later this year. 

When will registration open?

Early bird registration will become available at the end of summer. Please make sure you are receiving the latest details by clicking here

Are there discounted hotel room block rates available?

If you are attending the NADA Show, please book your room via the NADA Show site.
If you are only attending the J.D. Power Auto Summit, please visit one of the nearby hotels too book your room.

Will there be a virtual option?

The J.D. Power Auto Summit will not be streamed online. Join us in person for exclusive content, latest data, engaging discussions with industry leaders, and valuable networking. Don't miss this event!

2026 NY AUTOMOTIVE FORUM AGENDA

Your roadmap to innovation is here.
Explore a full schedule of keynotes, panels, and networking sessions designed to drive innovation and shape the future of mobility. 
 

 

7:30 am
Breakfast & Check-in
NETWORKING

Sponsored By: 

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8:30 am
Welcome & Opening Remarks
AUDIENCE ADDRESS

Welcome, agenda overview, housekeeping, sponsor recognition.

Jason Stein_v2
Jason Stein
Managing Director, The Presidio Group
26 Forum Speaker Images (2)
John Oyler
Chairman, Industry Relations, NADA
Rob Cochran_1 Cochran
Rob Cochran
Chairman, Board of Directors, NADA
Eleanor Gulla_v2
Eleanor Gulla
Chairwoman, Board of Directors, GNYADA
8:50 am
Global Economic Outlook
KEYNOTE
Patrick Manzi_v2
Patrick Manzi
Chief Economist, NADA
9:15 am
U.S. Auto Outlook
KEYNOTE
Thomas King_JDP
Thomas King
President, OEM Solutions, JD Power
9:40 am
Global/Auto Trends
PANEL
Thomas King_JDP
Thomas King
President, OEM Solutions, JD Power
Patrick Manzi_v2
Patrick Manzi
Chief Economist, NADA
John Casesa_Guggenheim
Moderated by:
John Casesa, Head of Autos & Mobility Investment Banking, Guggenheim Partners
10:00 am
C-Suite Exchange: Nissan
FIRESIDE
Christian Meunier_Nissan
Christian Meunier
Chairman, Nissan Americas
Jason Stein_v2
Moderated by:
Jason Stein, Managing Director, The Presidio Group
10:20 am
Morning Break
NETWORKING
10:40 am
A View from Washington – The State of the Industry in the Era of Trump
PANEL
John Bozzella_AAI
John Bozzella
President & CEO, Alliance for Automotive Innovation
Mike Stanton_NADA
Mike Stanton
President & CEO, NADA
11:05 am
Capital One
KEYNOTE
11:25 am
Auto Hall of Fame - Retail Award
AWARD
11:45 am
Morning Wrap-Up
AUDIENCE ADDRESS
Jason Stein_v2
Jason Stein
Managing Director, The Presidio Group
12:00 pm
Lunch
NETWORKING

SPONSORED BY:

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1:00 pm
NYIAS
AUDIENCE ADDRESS
Mark Schienberg_v2
Mark Schienberg
President, GNYADA
1:15 pm
A View from Wall Street
PANEL
Chris McNally_Evercore
Chris McNally
Senior Managing Director, Evercore
Joe Spak_v1
Joe Spak
Managing Director, UBS
John Murphy_BoA
Moderated by:
John Murphy, Managing Director of Strategic Advisory, Haig Partners
1:35 pm
C-Suite Exchange: Ford
FIRESIDE
Andrew Frick
Andrew Frick
President, Ford Blue and Model e, Ford Motor Company
Jason Stein_v2
Moderated by:
Jason Stein, Managing Director, The Presidio Group
1:55 pm
Defining Customer Experience in Automotive Retail: BVA/IPSOS CX Study Presentation & Panel Discussion
PANEL
Rob Cochran_1 Cochran
Rob Cochran
Chair, NADA
Jack Hollis_Toyota
Jack Holis
TBD
2:20 pm
AI in Auto – CDK
PANEL
The automotive industry is undergoing multiple parallel transformations: the shift toward electrified software-defined-vehicles and a rapidly evolving landscape for those selling and servicing cars. Let’s embrace the possibilities of AI, through expert automotive stakeholders that shape the future of automotive experiences. 
CDK
CDK
2:50 pm
Afternoon Break
NETWORKING
3:10 pm
C-Suite Exchange: Honda
FIRESIDE
Lance Woelfer_Headshot_Honda
Lance Woelfer
VP, Automotive Sales, American Honda Motor Company
Jason Stein_v2
Moderated by:
Jason Stein, Managing Director, The Presidio Group
3:30 pm
M&A Panel
PANEL
Erin Kerrigan_v1
Erin Kerrigan
Founder & Managing Director, Kerrigan Advisors
Alan Haig_Haig Partners
Alan Haig
President & Founder, Haig Partners, LLC
John Casesa_Guggenheim
Moderated by:
John Casesa, Head of Autos & Mobility Investment Banking, Guggenheim Partners
4:00 pm
C-Suite Exchange: GM
FIRESIDE
Duncan Aldred_v2
Duncan Aldred
SVP & President, GM North America
Jason Stein_v2
Moderated by:
Jason Stein, Managing Director, The Presidio Group
4:20 pm
One-on-One with Senator Bernie Moreno
FIRESIDE
Bernie Moreno_Senator
Bernie Moreno
U.S. Senator, R-OH
John Fitzpatrick_Force MKT
Moderated by:
John Fitzpatrick, President & CEO, Force Marketing
4:45 pm
Forum Wrap-Up
AUDIENCE ADDRESS
Jason Stein_v2
Jason Stein
Managing Director, The Presidio Group
5:00 pm
Networking Reception
NETWORKING

Agenda is subject to change

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