Women Automotive Network

Curiosity doesn’t just lead to answers — it opens doors. In our latest Inspirational Role Model feature, Zoe Allen, Legal & Compliance Manager at Kia UK Limited, shares how curiosity has shaped her journey helping her grow, make a difference, and push boundaries. Her story is a reminder that curiosity, courage, and continuous learning are powerful forces for progress, both personally and across the automotive industry. Read Zoe’s story: https://lnkd.in/ewXv-Y9a Thank you to Kia UK Limited, a proud Corporate Member of the Women Automotive Network, for their continued commitment to supporting and transforming the industry we love. #WomenAutomotiveNetwork #WomenInAutomotive #RoleModel #Leadership #Inspiration #KiaUK #BetterTogether

Stop chasing comfort. Jaclyn McQuaid reminds us what growth really looks like, it’s rarely easy, and never comfortable. Because the moments that stretch you are the ones that shape you. The late nights. The tough calls. The projects that scare you just enough to make you stronger. Comfort feels safe. But it doesn’t build leaders. Growth happens when you’re uncomfortable, that’s where the magic happens. So take the risk. Say yes before you feel ready. And help others do the same. Be part of the change. Join the Women Automotive Network: https://lnkd.in/eY5Wtzdh #WomenAutomotiveNetwork #LeadershipInMotion #LeadershipSeries #WomenInAutomotive #FutureOfMobility #GrowthMindset

Next week, we’re hosting the Women’s Networking Breakfast at Reuters Events: Automotive USA 2025! Moderated by our Director, Stephanie May, this session brings together a powerhouse panel of women driving transformation across automotive: Gemma Parker, VP of Program Management, Lucid Motors Rene Strauss, MBA, Director, Virtual Performance at General Motors Julie Meyer, Regional Digital Workplace IT Manager, Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Together, they’ll explore what it really takes to lead with confidence, navigate growth and change, and build networks that lift others along the way. The discussion will also dive into finding balance, leading with authenticity, and keeping empathy at the heart of every decision. It’s set to be an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation about what it means to lead, grow, and empower others in today’s evolving mobility landscape. 📍 October 29–30 | Huntington Place, Detroit, USA 🔗 View agenda: https://lnkd.in/eH2zHSF4 #WomenAutomotiveNetwork #BetterTogether #REAutoUSA

Our Director, Stephanie May is heading back to Detroit next week for the Reuters Events: Automotive 2025. If you are attending or in the area and would love to meet - let us know! #BetterTogether

“𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘯𝘰𝘸, 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳, 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 — 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘴, 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘥, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘴𝘢𝘧𝘦.” That’s what Sabine SCHEUNERT found at our latest Women Automotive Summit: Europe and we want more of our community to experience the same. That’s why we’re excited to announce that 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲!! Secure your ticket at the lowest price possible before prices increase on the 28th November: https://lnkd.in/d7sJEmBk

Stop waiting for the perfect moment. Maru Escobedo reminds us that leadership starts with passion, not perfection. Passion doesn’t wait for permission. It grows when you move, when you learn, when you try, when you fail, and when you try again. Too often we chase titles instead of purpose. We measure success in milestones instead of meaning. But leadership isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about staying curious. Following your instincts. And finding joy in the process. Because no one else is responsible for your happiness - you are. Keep learning. Keep moving. Keep believing. That’s how confidence is built, one decision, one challenge, one step at a time. Be part of the change. Join the Women Automotive Network: https://lnkd.in/eY5Wtzdh #WomenAutomotiveNetwork #WomenInAutomotive #LeadershipInMotion #FutureOfMobility #WomenInLeadership #Inspiration

Stop doubting your impact. We love what Sabine SCHEUNERT shared because she’s right. No one defines your seat at the table. Not the hierarchy. Not the industry. Not the expectations around you. We’ve all questioned if we belong. Worked quietly behind the scenes. Waited for recognition that never came. The moment you back yourself, everything changes. Speak up with conviction. Share the idea others are afraid to voice. Lead with purpose, not permission. Every time a woman in automotive believes in her path, she paves the way for another. That’s how progress accelerates. This isn’t about being louder. It’s about standing steady, even when the road is rough. Courage, curiosity, belief. That’s leadership in motion. Because if you can still see that little smile in the mirror each morning, you’re exactly where you need to be. Execution is everything. Be part of the change. Join the Women Automotive Network: https://lnkd.in/eY5Wtzdh