
Women in Auto Care Leadership Conference
reconnect and revitalize with us in person at the Women in Auto Care Leadership Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana to hear from dynamic speakers and workshops including personal and professional development tools and updates on industry trends.

CEU credits available
All attendees are eligible to receive continuing education units (CEU) credits toward their Automotive Aftermarket Professional (AAP) or Master Automotive Aftermarket Professional (MAAP) professional designations.
2022 Women in Auto Care Leadership Conference
Wednesday, March 23 – Friday, March 25, 2022
Reconnect with your peers and revitalize your future at the 2022 Women in Auto Care Week Leadership Conference! Join the Women in Auto Care community Mar. 23-25 in person for an engaging conference featuring dynamic speakers and workshops focused on sharpening personal and professional development skills and providing you with the latest industry updates and trends.
Our conferences have been accredited by Northwood University since 2012.
Donate to the Scholarship Auction Fundraiser
Don't miss the opportunity to donate a gift to support the Community Scholarship Auction Fundraiser!
Highlights
Call for Breakout Proposals
Do you have a presentation topic that you think would be a good fit for the Women in Auto Care community?
Applications are now open for breakout session proposals for our Annual Leadership Conference! For more information and to apply click here.
New Opportunity: Speaker Mentorship Program
Do you have an idea for a session topic but have never given a professional presentation before?
Women in Auto Care is piloting a speaker mentorship program to help support community professionals translate their skills, knowledge, and expertise into
an engaging presentation to share with the community at the annual Women in Auto Care Leadership Conference. For more information and to apply click here.
Deadline for submissions is Wednesday, January 5th
Conference Schedule
All sessions and events will take place in Eastern Standard Time and subject to change.
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5:00 PM – 6:00 PMFirst Time Attendee Meet & Greet
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6:00 PM – 7:00 PMWomen in Auto Care Welcome Happy Hour
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8:00 AM – 9:00 AMLeadership Conference Thursday Breakfast
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9:15 AM – 10:20 AMOpening Remarks & Keynote Session
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10:20 AM – 10:30 AMWomen of the Year Lightning Talk I
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10:30 AM – 10:45 AMThursday Morning Networking Break
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10:45 AM – 11:30 AMGeneral Session I
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11:30 AM – 12:00 PMAftermarket Industry Update
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12:00 PM – 2:00 PMLeadership Conference Thursday Lunch
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2:00 PM – 2:10 PMWomen of the Year Lightning Talk II
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2:10 PM – 2:30 PMSpeaker Mentorship Presentation
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2:30 PM – 3:15 PMGeneral Session II
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3:15 PM – 3:30 PMThursday Afternoon Networking Break
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3:30 PM – 4:30 PMRoundtables
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4:30 PM – 4:50 PMWoman of the Year Lightning Talks III & IV
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4:50 PM – 5:00 PMThursday Closing Remarks
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6:30 PM – 7:00 PMThrowback Thursday ~ 80s Night Cocktail Reception
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7:00 PM – 9:00 PMThrowback Thursday ~ 80s Night Scholarship Fundraiser
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9:00 PM – 10:30 PMAfter Glo 80's Dance Party
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8:00 AM – 9:00 AMLeadership Conference Friday Breakfast
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9:15 AM – 10:00 AMBreakout Sessions I & II
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10:00 AM – 10:15 AMFriday Morning Networking Break
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10:15 AM – 11:00 AMBreakout Sessions III & IV
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11:00 AM – 1:00 PMLeadership Conference Friday Lunch
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1:00 PM – 1:20 PMWoman of the Year Lightning Talks V & VI
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1:20 PM – 2:00 PMLeadership Conference Panel
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2:00 PM – 2:45 PMLeadership Conference Closing Keynote
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2:45 PM – 3:00 PMConference Closing Remarks
Hotel

marriott indianapolis downtown
350 E Maryland St,
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Reserve yOUR Hotel Room
Deadline to receive discounted housing rate:
Friday, February 11, 2022
$209++ per night
*Please note, rooms are limited. Please book your room as soon as possible.
Registration
GENERAL
includes:
- Member - $495
- Non-Member - $595
Shop Owner
- Member - $275
- Non-Member - $325
VIP
includes:
(1) access to the Conference & all associated activities, and(2) a Conference Swag Bag available upon arrival on-site at the Marriott.- Member - $595
- Non-Member - $695
Shop Owner
- Member - $375
- Non-Member - $425
Benefactor
includes:
(1) access to the Conference & all associated activities, (2) a Conference Swag Bag available upon arrival on-site at the Marriott, and (3) a donation in support of WiAC scholarships.- Member - $695
- Non-Member - $795
Shop Owner
- Member - $475
- Non-Member - $525
Health & Safety
We look forward to seeing everyone in person for the 2022 Women in Auto Care Leadership Conference!
Our primary focus is providing a safe and healthy environment for all Conference attendees. Auto Care is working with the Marriott Indianapolis Downtown and Visit Indy to take precautions for the safety of all in attendance at the Conference.
In addition, to help ensure as safe and productive an event as possible, Auto Care staff and representatives will take all appropriate and advisable precautions and measures as advised by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for COVID-19. All attendees will be informed accordingly of any new or updated procedures, plans and details as they are determined, put in place or evolved moving towards March.
Conference Sponsorships
If you would like to become a Women in Auto Care Annual Sponsor, please click here for more information.
Support Women in Auto Care with access to the best talent and educators for our attendees.
Choose from a list of conference speakers or recommend your own!
Speaker selection defers to Women in Auto Care Committee. Recommendations and suggestions are welcome and always considered.
• Company speaker introduction
• 5 minute podium time
• Company recognition in digital and on-site conference materials
$2,500
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
Support Women in Auto Care with access to the best talent and educators for our attendees.
Choose from a list of conference speakers or recommend your own!
Speaker selection defers to Women in Auto Care Committee. Recommendations and suggestions are welcome and always considered.
• Company speaker introduction
• 5 minute podium time
• Company recognition in digital and on-site conference materials
$2,000
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
Opportunity for company branding and recognition in each email distributed to attendees that participated in this activity in addition to recognition in digital and on-site conference materials.
$5,000
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
Opportunity to have the conference lanyards worn by all attendees customized with your company’s name and/or logo.
$1,000
Opportunity to have the hotel room keys which are distributed to all attendees customized with your company’s name, logo, and/or artwork.
$1,000
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
Opportunity to sponsor the conference internet accessible for the entire conference.
The internet sponsor will receive:
- Recognition in the conference app
- Reference throughout the conference when noting the internet, and
- The opportunity to name the network ID and password for attendees’ access.
$2,500
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
Held mid-morning and mid-afternoon, these events provide refreshments for all attendees during a general session break. The Sponsor will receive recognition in the conference agenda and on digital and printed promotional materials..
One sponsor per coffee break.
- Thursday morning
- Thursday afternoon
- Friday morning
* Option to include branded cookies +$1,200
* Option to include branded napkins +$500
$1,500
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
This event provides a beer and wine reception for all attendees.
Opportunity for company branding and recognition in digital and on-site conference materials to include branded napkins at the reception.
$2,500
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
Expand your brand with these custom floor decals displayed during the entire conference in the event registration and general session hallways.
$500 for ten (10) decals
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
One of the most heavily-visited areas of any conference are the washrooms.
Take advantage of such valuable real estate by sponsoring the Leadership Conference conference washrooms with custom mirror decals featuring your company’s logo.
$750
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
Show your support and gain brand exposure with a branded Women in Auto Care Leadership Conference selfie frame.
Attendees will have access to this frame to take selfies throughout the conference and to share on social media with the conference hashtag.
$1,500
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
Showcase and advertise your company brand on columns throughout the General Session ballroom.
$1,250 per column (maximum 4)
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
Opportunity to utilize the banner image at the top of the activity stream which is the ‘home page’ of the event app.
$1,250
In the checkout process, please select "Purchase for Organization"
We look forward to seeing everyone in person for Connect 2022!
Our primary focus is providing a safe and healthy environment for all Conference attendees. Auto Care is working with the
Hyatt Regency Orlando to take precautions for the safety of all in attendance at the Conference.
In addition, to help ensure a safe
and productive event as possible, Auto Care staff and representatives will take all appropriate and advisable precautions and measures as advised by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines for COVID-19. All attendees
will be informed accordingly of any new or updated procedures, plans, and details as they are determined, put in place, or evolved moving towards May.
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