Call for speakers: Engage with young professionals about AI in the auto care sector

August 21, 2025

The Young professionals in auto care sector (YPA) Community is seeking an engaging speaker to lead the featured workshop at the upcoming YPA Community connect: Learning and leadership social.

About the event

This event is designed to bring together young professionals in the auto care sector for an afternoon focused on professional growth, leadership, and meaningful connections. Hosted by the YPA Community, the program will include:

Interactive workshop: Participants will gain actionable insights to accelerate their careers and prepare for the future of the industry.

Networking social: Following the workshop, attendees will connect with peers and industry leaders in a welcoming and collaborative setting.

What we are looking for

We are seeking a professional with expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) and the auto care sector to deliver a forward-looking and practical workshop. The session should explore how AI is influencing:

Vehicle technology and auto care sector services

Business operations and workplace processes

Strategies for young professionals to succeed in an evolving industry

The ideal workshop will combine practical insights, actionable strategies, and thought-provoking discussion, empowering participants to better understand and leverage AI-driven changes in their careers and organizations.

Benefits of speaking

Share your expertise with a dynamic audience of emerging leaders in the auto care sector

Gain visibility within the YPA Community and the wider industry

Engage in meaningful conversations during the networking portion of the event

Event details
Location: The Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario
Date: December 4, 2025
Workshop time: 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Please note that travel and accommodation are not provided.

This event is tailored to young professionals under 45 who are building careers in the auto care sector. Participants do not need to be members of the YPA Community. Not a YPA Community member? Learn more and apply today!

Application process

Applications are open until September 8, 2025.

Apply now to contribute to an event that is shaping the next generation of leadership in the auto care sector.

YPA Community Connect call for speakers

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In three to five sentences, please describe your proposed workshop, including the key topics you will cover and the approach you will take. Highlight what attendees will learn and be able to apply after participating. Include clear, specific learning outcomes that demonstrate the value and practical takeaways of your session.(Required)

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I agree to respond to the formal speaking invitation by the due date stated in the invitation (typically within 1 week).

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I agree to provide an electronic copy of the finalized presentation to Shamsia Quraishi by November 27, 2025.

Media, photographers, and AIA Canada’s social media team will be in attendance at the event. As a result, photographs and filming of your speaking session may take place to be used to cover the event, market our services and to promote future events.(Required)

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