October 27–29, 2026
Vibe Credit Union Showplace, Novi, Michigan, USA

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Aurel Francois - Performance Seats

Aurel Francois

lead designer, Performance Seats
As Lead Designer at Performance Seats, Aurel Francois leads the development of innovative seating solutions for OEM, commercial, and aftermarket applications. Drawing on over 15 years of experience across startups, tier 1 suppliers, and academia, he specializes in transforming complex user needs into meaningful product experiences. Aurel is recognized for his Human-centered approach to design, leveraging effective development processes to deliver products that enhance comfort, functionality, and attractiveness.
Sessions

Partners

Media Partner

  • Automotive Interiors World logo

 

Media Partner

  • Specialist Printing Worldwide

 

Industry Partner

  • MEMA logo

 

Industry Partner

  • Autotech Council

 

Industry Partner

  • Connected Vehicle Trade Association

 

Industry Partner

  • PAVE USA

 

Industry Partner

  • Women in Automotive Technology

 

Industry Partner

  • Square One Network

 

Media Partner

  • Autoline

 

Media Partner

  • Automotive World

 

Media partner

  • GlobalSpec

 

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  • Electric & Hybrid Vehicle International

 

Media Partner

  • WWJ - Audacy Detroit

 

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  • 97.1 the ticket - Audacy Detroit

 

Media Partner

  • Munro & Associates

 

Media Partner

  • Munro Live

 

Industry Partner

  • AWAF (Automotive Women’s Alliance Foundation)

 

Industry Partner

  • GAMIC - Global Automotive Mobility and Innovation Challenge

 

Industry Partner

  • COVESA

 

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  • IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE)

 

Industry Partner

  • SAE International

 

Industry Partner

  • FISITA

 

Industry Partner

  • ASAM

 

Industry Partner

  • MichAuto