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Inside WIA’s Mentorship Program: The Road That Builds Leaders

Kathrn Kittel WIA Board Member, Mentorship Program Leader Building Connections That Transform Careers Kathryn Kittel spent 30 years navigating the automotive industry, often as the only woman at the table. The discomfort was constant, in

October 30, 2025 No Comments

Diverse women leaders after WIA conference

From WIA to the Dealership

The Ripple Effect of Women In Automotive Connie Gonzalez Office Manager, Mistlin Honda Amanda Cruz Executive Manager, Mistlin Honda Amanda O’Brien Sales Director, Iron Trail Motors Connie Gonzalez wasn’t expecting to cry. As Office Manager

October 23, 2025 No Comments

Spotlight on stage symbolizing WIA speaking opportunities

The Compelling Need to Share: Inside WIA’s Speaker Selection Process with Joe Webb

Inside WIA’s Speaker Selection Process with Joe Webb Joe Webb President at DealerKnows Consulting, Women In Automotive Board Member The moment Joe Webb leans into a video call with a potential Women In Automotive conference

October 16, 2025 No Comments

Women In Automotive Conference 2025

Wow, what a wrap to #WomenInAutomotive2025

We BROKE RECORDS

(highest attendance EVER)

We had smiles, laughs, and even some tears.

We held an unbelievable tribute to the Lady in Red, Bobbie Herron. We laughed and cried together and remembered her.

But most of all, we did it together. We made a difference with more than 400 of you by our sides.

To our speakers: you spoke knowledge, wisdom, and courage into our attendees. Thank you so much.

To our sponsors: Not a bit of this would be possible without you. Thank you endlessly. Your support and continued love means everything to us.

To our board members and conference team: your hard work showed through this week. There were days when we were happy, angry, sad, and everything in between. To pivot the way you did this past month was unbelievable. Thank you.

And last but most certainly not least, to our attendees: we had a record amount of new attendance this year. All because of you. To our return attendees who brought people with you this year, we thank you for pouring into the lives of your friends and colleagues. Every bit of all of this event was for YOU. You drive us, push us, encourage us, and motivate us to keep coming back bigger year after year and we couldn’t be happier.

We will see YOU in Austin, TX in July 2026

Maybe even before then at a #WIASocial in your neck of the woods.

Until next time WIA family: We love you. We thank you.

the Women In Automotive Family

P.S. tag us in your pics and use #WomenInAutomotive2025 or #WIA2025

A Place For Women In The Automotive Industry To Network, Share, And Learn

Women In Automotive® is committed to supporting and empowering women in all aspects of the automotive industry, and aims to serve as a stepping stone for the greater growth of women in automotive leadership roles.

Women in Automotive – Empowering Women, Transforming the Industry

At Women in Automotive, we are driving change and shaping the future of the automotive industry. We believe in the power of women to innovate, inspire, and lead—from the service drive to the executive boardroom. Our mission is clear: empower, encourage, and elevate women in automotive.

This is more than a career initiative—it’s a nationwide movement to create opportunities, break barriers, and fuel progress. By supporting and advancing women across every sector of the automotive world, we’re building a future where every woman is seen, valued, and unstoppable.

When women rise, the entire automotive industry accelerates.

Why Join Women In Automotive®

Network with some of the most influential women in the automotive space at our value-packed (and affordable) events.
Uncover your potential and crush your goals through community and mentorship aimed at serving women.
Contribute to the discussions that effect growth for women in the automotive industry.

Our Mission

Recruiting, retaining, mentoring, and developing women in the automotive industry, from entry level to executive.
Women In Automotive® is driven by our passion to boldly enable growth and empowerment for women throughout the industry.

What Is Women In Automotive®?

Women In Automotive® (WIA) is an organization dedicated to the advancement and advocacy of women in the automotive industry.

WIA recharged its focus in 2022 when it was acquired by industry leader, Veronica Dunford. The organization became Board led and operated after the acquisition.

Through partnerships with dealers, industry allies, and OEMs, we champion women in the industry through community, education, mentorship, and networking. With an annual conference and multiple regional events bursting with inspiration, we continue to grow and expand the role of women in the automotive industry.

What We Offer

From TED talk style shorter sessions, exciting panels with leaders in the industry, to interactive and engaging sessions, the Women in Automotive® Conference is bound to be an experience to be remembered (and repeated)!

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