Women in Automotive

Accelerating the role of women in the automotive industry. #WomenInAuto

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

💜 This #WCW, we're celebrating Dr. Martha Rader!

WIA Board Member, CEO of Rader Coaching & Northwood University professor.

Known for her ability to "dial you in and then dial you up," Martha helps leaders grow with wisdom, warmth and accountability.

#WomenInAutomotive

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

“I was the resource.”

Cathy Azzrad entered automotive knowing little about finance. Eighteen years later, that knowledge is helping her build a new future.

What has your automotive career taught you beyond your job?

Read her WIA story: https://t.co/t1popq9bkj

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

Think automotive career. Did you think software development? 💻🚗
Amber Quirk has worked on the technical side of automotive since 2012 and now serves as Director of Product at Dynatron Software.
She's expanding what #WomenInAutomotive can look like. 💜
#WCW #WomenInTech

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

People. Partnerships. Performance. 💜
Jessica Stewart, VP of Sales at Veros Credit, has led her region to significant growth and #1 companywide performance while building teams that know how to win.
We're celebrating Jessica this #WCW!
#WomenInAutomotive #AutomotiveFinance

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

In the push to finish the year strong, don't forget to enjoy the people you're doing the work with.

Celebrate a small win. Ask a real question. Share a coffee. Make room for a laugh.

Read Room for the Fun:
https://t.co/88CFsFjksx

What's something your team does just for fun?

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

Kim Hickey was once a shop owner who turned to ATI when she needed help. Today, as ATI's VP, she helps other owners build businesses that support the lives behind them.
Better Shops. Better Lives. 💜
We're celebrating Kim this #WCW!
#WomenInAutomotive

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

Kerri Wise knows how to create believers.
Today, she's helping women believe in themselves and what's possible for them in automotive. 💜
CarNow EVP. WOCAN Co-Founder. WIA 2026 keynote speaker.
We're proud to celebrate Kerri this #WCW!
#WomenInAutomotive

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

“I had these people fully believing in me, and it's like, why am I not believing in myself?”

Throughout Carols' career, people saw her potential before she did.

Now she wants to do the same for other women.

Read The Ones Who Stayed: https://t.co/nh1DFJE5iQ

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

This #WomanCrushWednesday, we celebrate Maureen Martin of Dynatron Software. 💜
WIA 2026 panelist. Top 50 Women Leaders of Dallas honoree. A leader known not just for introducing change, but helping organizations and people move forward.
#WomenInAutomotive #WCW

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

VIP isn't always about feeling more important.

For VIPs Sarah Galloway & Julie O'Dwyer, it meant fewer barriers to learning, connection and community.

They arrived asking what WIA could give them. They left asking what they could give back. https://t.co/k7urPpNBJD

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

Some leaders see potential in you before you see it in yourself.

Jeni Bukolt is that kind of leader. She builds confidence, tells the truth, pushes others to grow and celebrates their wins like her own.

Today, we celebrate her. 💜

#WCW #WomenInAutomotive

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

They arrived at Women In Automotive wondering whether they belonged. They left ready to make room for someone else.

Read the stories of three first-time attendees: https://t.co/vNVPF45eji

Then tell us: Who helped you recognize that you belonged in the room?

#WomenInAutomotive

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

💜 #WomanCrushWednesday celebrates Sally Lopez!

With 38+ years in automotive, the former Penske Automotive Group CIO is now sole owner, Founder & CEO of OWL Automotive Consulting.

Leader. Mentor. Advocate. Woman-owned business owner.

Congratulations, Sally! 💜

#WomenInAuto

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

Jodi Meade saw an automotive specialty no one else had built, so she built it.

23 years and more than $1 billion in automotive real estate transactions later, she is showing women how vast this industry truly is.

Read her story: https://t.co/AXkUzetfdk

#WomenInAutomotive

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

Automotive careers extend far beyond sales and service.

Our latest article explores 5 roles in learning, customer experience, product, data, and legal compliance, plus the transferable skills that could help you enter the industry.

https://t.co/eOT3PAoVla

#WomenInAutomotive

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

The sessions end. The suitcase gets unpacked. But some things come home with you.

WIA Board Member Beth Mach reflects on the people, relationships & sense of belonging that stayed with her after #WIA2026.

What stayed with you?
https://t.co/4Cy7tS8d0g

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

This #WomanCrushWednesday, we celebrate Kendra Ruff of Lithia! ❤️

With 20+ years in automotive, Kendra builds people up, shares her knowledge & creates opportunities for others to grow—all while finding meaningful ways to serve her community.

#WomenInAutomotive

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

This week's #WomanCrushWednesday celebrates Liza Borches, President & CEO of Carter Myers Automotive and keynote speaker at the 2026 Women In Automotive Conference.

A champion for women, people-first leadership, and building an industry where others can thrive.

Thank you, Liza!

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

This #WomanCrushWednesday we’re celebrating Amanda Meyer — a leader bringing integrity, mentorship, and collaboration to the automotive industry. From F&I leadership to Sales Variable Manager at BMW of Salem, she continues to elevate those around her. 👏

#WomenInAutomotive

[Women in Automotive @WomenInAutoCo]

Andrea Anderson continues to make a huge impact in automotive. 🚘

A 2022–2025 Cadillac Crest Club Winner (Top 100), she combines industry expertise, authenticity, and customer education to help make car buying more approachable and empowering.

#WCW #WIA