Event Overview

The European automotive industry is facing a period of profound transformation, driven by the transition to electric mobility, digitalization, and intensifying global competition—particularly from China.

Additionally, new U.S. tariffs on European products and shifting geopolitical dynamics are reshaping market conditions, adding further complexity to an already challenging environment. Companies must rethink their HR strategies to navigate these uncertainties and ensure their long-term resilience.

This event, organized by the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Poland and led by Guidi Consulting, will bring together key players in the automotive sector to discuss challenges, solutions, and best practices in managing HR strategies during turbulent times.

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Agenda

17:30 – 18:15 | Guest Reception & Welcome

18:15 – 18:30 | Opening Remarks

• Representative from the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Poland
• Sandro Guidi, Owner Guidi Consulting & Mikhail Lvovskii (Chief transformation officer)

Introduction to Guidi Consulting and its expertise in HR solutions for the automotive sector.

18:30 – 19:00 | Industry Context & Key Challenges

• Presentation on the current state of the European automotive industry, covering:
• The transition to electric vehicles and its impact on workforce strategies.
• Global competition, especially from China, and its effect on European manufacturers.
• New U.S. tariffs on European products.
• Geopolitical uncertainty and its influence on supply chains and production strategies, including tensions with Russia and China.

19:00 – 19:45 | Panel Discussion: HR Strategies to Navigate the Crisis

• A discussion featuring industry leaders sharing their insights, experiences, and best practices in HR management during a time of market disruption. Moderated by: Guidi Consulting | Panelists to be confirmed among representatives of the industry

Key Discussion Topics:

• Organizational Adaptation: How companies are restructuring to face market disruptions.
• Skill Development: Identifying and addressing workforce skill gaps for the transition to new technologies.
• Change Management: Effective strategies for guiding employees through transformation and uncertainty.
• Employee Well-being: Strategies to maintain motivation and engagement in times of crisis.

20:00 – 22:00 | Seated Dinner & Networking

• Seated dinner at La Tavola Restaurant, offering an excellent opportunity for networking and informal discussions among participants and panelists.

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