Young Automotive Professionals Conference (YAPC)
Friday, June 12, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
SEMA Garage Detroit
14655 Jib St., Plymouth, MI 48170
Register by June 4
The Young Automotive Professionals Conference (YAPC) is where the next generation of mobility leaders comes to connect, explore, and ignite their careers. Designed for young professionals, students, and recent graduates, this can’t-miss, full-day experience is open to anyone 18 and older and brings together bold ideas, breakthrough innovation, and game-changing connections.
Hear directly from industry visionaries during inspiring keynote sessions and dynamic panel discussions, then put theory into motion during as-sorted hands-on experiences. Every moment is built to energize, engage, and inspire.
Whether you are building your network, sharpening your industry knowledge, or discovering what’s next in automotive and mobility, YAPC is your launchpad.
Moderator
John McElroy, President, Blue Sky Productions, Inc.
Career Development Panel
Amanda Mohan, Senior Engineering Manager, Process & Infrastructure – Global Process Team, ZF
Kristy Rasbach, Director - Global Systems Engineering, Safety, and Validation, General Motors
Nicole Van Paepeghem, Senior Pipeline Marketing Specialist, Bosch
Important Note: Registration and refund deadline is June 4.
For more information, email Stephanie Alexander or call (248) 324-4445 ext. 3.
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