Northwood & Stephens Inc. Automotive Forum

April 22-23, 2024

Hosted at Northwood University in Midland, MI

Stephens Inc. Dealer Financing and Northwood University invite automotive dealers and aftermarket representatives to this exclusive event focused on networking and exploring mergers and acquisitions, financing, and other automotive investment banking options. Please dress in business casual attire.

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Why Attend?

The Stephens Inc. Dealership Advisory Team has orchestrated some of the most significant transactions in dealership history. Its skilled team of experienced bankers excels in various transaction types. It caters to the diverse needs of automotive dealerships and those involved in trucks, ag equipment, recreational vehicles, and aftermarket-related franchises.

What to Expect

A platform for automobile dealers, aftermarket representatives, and investment banking professionals to exchange knowledge, share experiences, and explore mergers and acquisitions, and financing across various automotive sectors.

Networking opportunities to connect with potential sellers, buyers, partners, investors, and industry experts.

Knowledgeable speakers and panelists, including Mary Kissel, Executive Vice President and Senior Policy Advisor at Stephens Inc., David Jett, Senior Vice President, Stephens Inc., and experts from EnerTech Capital, Redwood Holdings, and Holland and Knight LLP.

At a Glance

Northwood University and Stephens Inc. will be hosting an impressive line-up of forum presenters and guest speakers. Here are a few you can expect to meet.

In addition to our full line-up of expert presenters and guest speakers, the esteemed Mary Kissel, Executive Vice President and Senior Policy Advisor at Stephens Inc. will present “The Global Reordering and Why It Matters.”

Redwood Holdings

Redwood Holdings is a family office investment firm with various specialties, including impact investing and mergers and acquisitions that seek to invest through buyouts and growth capital.

EnerTech Capital Partners

EnerTech Capital Partners has pioneered a holistic approach to business building. It leverages strategic collaboration across a diverse stakeholder ecosystem to create value, focusing on Mobility, Industry 4.0, and Connected Customer.

Holland and Knight LLP

Holland and Knight LLP provide comprehensive counsel and remains agile because of its extensive industry-relevant knowledge, connections to the latest business trends, and significant investments in staying abreast of its clients’ most important issues.

Accommodations

Lodging

The H Hotel — Located in downtown Midland, less than 2 miles from campus.

Fairfield Inn & Suites — Located in Midland off US10, 6 minutes from campus

*A block of rooms has been reserved for forum attendees.

Airports

Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) — Two hours south of Midland, Michigan

Flint Bishop Airport (FNT) — One hour south of Midland, Michigan

MBS International Airport — Less than 20 minutes from Midland, Michigan

Questions?

Lindsey Orange

(989) 837-4637