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Telematics Update: Telematics Detroit 2014 Conference Delegate List Released(PR Web Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) (PRWEB) April 23, 2014 Now in its 14th year, the Telematics Detroit conference and exhibition is set to unite over 2000 senior executives from across the automotive and mobile communities at the Suburban Collection Showplace on June 4 and 5. This year leading global automakers including Volkswagen, Nissan and Mercedes-Benz are set to deliver keynote presentations on their visions for the future of the connected car. Telematics Detroit, project director, Justin Parker stated, "With over a month until the event, 2014 is shaping up to be a record breaking year for Telematics Detroit. This is indicative of the interest currently surrounding the connected car." He continued, "2014 has marked a turning point where industries outside those traditional automotive companies have finally woken up to the opportunities represented by bringing connectivity to the vehicle. This year marks the true entrance of the car in the wider connected world and Telematics Detroit is the one networking event to unite senior execs from automotive, consumer electronics, data analytics and mobile industries to form the partnerships that will realise the true potential of telematics." Access the event delegate list here: http://www.telematicsupdate.com/detroit/attendees.php. Telematics Detroit Attendance Stats • Over 2000 delegates set to attend - 35% more than in 2013 • 26% of delegates from OEMs - representing every major automaker • More senior level execs than ever before, including, Harman, Pandora, Sony, Nuance, Magneti Marelli and Spotify • Brand new Telematics Detroit mobile app to make it easy to book meetings onsite Telematics Detroit Testimonials Here is a just a selection of what previous attendees had to say: "The biggest gathering of "connected services professionals" in north america continues to grow every year, presenting unparalleled learning and networking opportunities for freshmen as well as senior classmen in the industry!" Audi "Telematics Detroit is a great place gauge the state of the connected car and spot trends." Wired "Telematics Detroit remains the most extraordinary networking opportunity in the industry as well as a great place to discover new technologies, companies and industry visions." Strategy Analytics "The show did an excellent job of showcasing today's industry leaders in telematics. The speaker's expertise in their respective fields allowed for the key issues, opportunities and challenges to be shared with the audience. The format of the show allowed for key networking opportunities with vendors and industry leaders." Volvo The Most Prestigious Telematics Detroit Speaker Line-Up 100+ industry leading speakers will take to the stage on June 4-5 at Telematics Detroit 2014: • Johann Jungwirth, President & CEO, Mercedes-Benz R&D • Phil Abram, Chief Infotainment Officer, General Motors • Tim Yerdon, Director, Visteon • Tom Gebhardt, President, Panasonic Automotive Systems America • Henry Bzeih, Head of Connected Car/CTO, Kia • Dan Teeter, Director - Vehicle Connected Services, Nissan • Frank Weith, General Manager Connected Services, Volkswagen Group of America • Steve Schwinke, Director of App Development, GCC, General Motors • Thilo Koslowski, VP & Distinguished Analyst - Automotive, Vehicle ICT, Gartner • Roger Lanctot, Associate Director, Strategy Analytics • Robyn Williams, Senior Manager Connected Services Marketing & Ops, Nissan • Rich Glassman, Director - Commercial Telematics Products, Volvo • Dan Kraft, Director New Product Development, Allstate • Dave Pratt, General Manager Usage Based Insurance, Progressive Insurance • John Du, Director - China R&D, General Motors • Gary Strumolo, Manager, Vehicle Design and Infotronics, R&A, Ford For the complete Telematics Detroit 2014 conference program and speaker line-up, access the e-brochure at: http://www.telematicsupdate.com/detroit/conference-event-brochure.php. Final Conference Savings Expire on May 2 The final chance to save on conferences passes will expire on Friday, May 2. After this date prices will rise to full price. Register via the secure link below to take advantage for $100 saving on all conference passes: https://secure.telematicsupdate.com/detroit/register.php. About Telematics Update: Telematics Update Conferences are the most prestigious in the industry. We produce the largest telematics events in North America, Europe & Asia, and attract the most influential speakers providing a rich environment for establishing strategic relationships and networking. Contact: Gareth Ragg Conference Director | Telematics Update T: (UStf) 1 800 814 3459 ext 7589 | (Global) +44 (0)20 7375 7589 E: gragg(at)telematicsupdate(dot)com Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/04/prweb11789066.htm (c) 2014 PRWEB.COM Newswire |