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OESA and Roland Berger Strategy Consultants announce “Leveraging Opportunities in the Russian Automotive Market,” an executive breakfast briefing and roundtable discussion on March 19, 2009, at the Troy Marriott, Troy, Mich. OESA and Roland Berger Strategy Consultants will present information on the current status of the Russian automotive industry and opportunities for suppliers, focusing on trends and drivers, and case studies. Despite the global economic downturn, Russia continues to be relevant to automotive suppliers as production by foreign OEMs grows and pressure increases to meet “localization” targets. At the same time, Russian OEMs are shedding internal parts manufacturing operations in favor of outsourcing. General Motors, Volvo, Hyundai, Ford and Renault, among others continue to invest in Russian facilities. Opportunities exist for suppliers who wish to enter the market in small ways, e.g. through licensing agreements and, for those ready to take a larger step, state-offered investment incentives. Given the current cash shortage in the automotive market, suppliers will be interested that these incentives do not require immediate investment. Juergen Reers, partner, Roland Berger Strategy Consultants - Detroit, and Boris Firsov, partner, Roland Berger Strategy Consultants - Moscow, will provide an overview of the Russian market and share strategies for successful market entry. They will discuss the following key success factors for international automotive suppliers in the Russian market, including: - An outlook on the market development and major drivers for growth in the vehicle and component supply markets
- Define a business case with detailed sales and production plans
- Develop local access to international and domestic customers
- Structure investments to ensure success
- Tap into government investment incentives
- Understand specific Russian market requirements and the business environment
Successful supplier case studies will also be shared. The meeting will be held in a “roundtable” format to enable two way dialogue and an open question and answer forum. For registration assistance, contact Felece Hickman at 248.952.6401 ext. 237 or fhickman@oesa.org. For questions regarding the program, contact Margaret Baxter at 248.952.6401 ext. 223 or mbaxter@oesa.org. Registration Fees OESA members on or before March 11, 2009 | $75 | OESA members after March 11, 2009 | $95 | Non-OESA members on or before March 11, 2009 | $125 | Non-OESA members after March 11, 2009 | $145 |
Note: Refunds cannot be given after March 12, 2009. Substitutions are always welcome. Pay at the door registrants are held to the same cancellation policy as prepaid registrants and will be invoiced if cancellation is not received by March 12, 2009. Fax the completed registration form to 248.952.6404 or register online at http://www.oesa.org. AGENDA | | | | 7:30 a.m. – 8 a.m. | Registration and Continental Breakfast | | | 8 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions Neil De Koker, President and CEO, OESA | | | 8:15 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. | Roundtable Introductions Participants should come prepared to discuss briefly their specific interest and experience in the Russian market | | | 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. | Opportunities in the Russian Automotive Market Juergen Reers, Partner, Roland Berger Strategy Consultants Boris Firsov, Partner, Roland Berger Strategy Consultants | | | 9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. | Supplier Case Study – TBA | | | 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Open Dialogue / Panel Question and Answer | | | 10:30 a.m. | Summary and Closing Remarks |
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