EV Battery Supply Chain and Compliance Summit 2025 - DS
EV BATTERY
March
Navigating Legal, Compliance, and Sustainability Challenges in the Booming EV Battery Industry
Associate Sponsor
The electric vehicle battery industry is booming, fueled by rising EV demand, evolving regulation, and significant investments in renewable energy. Automakers and battery manufacturers are racing to deliver efficient, sustainable, and affordable solutions, with new plants and supply chain innovations emerging swiftly.
But growth comes with uncertainty—trade restrictions and geopolitical tensions are reshaping how materials like lithium and cobalt are sourced. Supply chains are fragile, and companies face rising demands to meet sustainability goals and consumer expectations while navigating complex legal risks.
That’s why the EV Battery Supply Chain and Compliance Summit 2025 is essential. This one-day event will bring together leaders from the automotive and battery industries, government agencies, and top law firms to address these pressing challenges. Attendees will explore compliance, supply chain resilience, and the latest global policies.
With expert panels and actionable strategies, this summit is your key to staying ahead in the EV battery revolution. Whether you’re a battery innovator, supply chain leader, sustainability officer, or legal advisor, this is your chance to tackle challenges and seize opportunities in a rapidly evolving market.
TOP REASONS TO ATTEND
Insights from Government Leaders on Navigating Policy Changes and Federal Incentives
Top Tips for Maintaining Innovation and Sustainability in Battery Production in the Circular Economy
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Ê Automotive Executives: EV program managers, sustainability leaders, and compliance officers
Ê Legal and Regulatory Professionals: Specialists in environmental law and product liability
Ê ESG and Supply Chain Leaders: Managing ethical sourcing and regulatory compliance
Ê Battery Manufacturers and Suppliers: Navigating regulatory challenges in battery material sourcing and production
Avoiding Risk and Keeping Compliance in the Constantly Shifting EV Battery Landscape
Maximizing Battery Supply Chain Efficiency by Utilizing Technology and Data
FEATURING:
KEYNOTE ADDRESS FROM CARB Chair Liane Randolph
AN APPEARANCE FROM Former Chief Counsel of NHTSA Adam Raviv
CO-CHAIRS
Devin Horne Senior Lead Policy Advisor for Batteries
Automotive
GOVERNMENT
Albert Lipson Principal Materials Scientist Argonne National Laboratory
ESTEEMED SPEAKERS
Evan Belser Policy Strategist and Managing Counsel Ford Motor Company
Baptiste Bouvier CEO and Founder Diplo AI
Nicholas Faenza, Ph.D., P.E., CFEI Principal Engineer Exponent
Aaron Flyer Senior Counsel, Regulatory Scout Motors, Inc.
Stacey Halliday Partner Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
Ryan Hamilton Senior Vice President –Debt Advisory & Restructuring Jefferies Financial Group Inc.
Liane Randolph Chair California Air and Resources Board (CARB)
Cory Hebenstreit Director
Houlihan Lokey
Andrea Hudson Managing Counsel Toyota Legal One c/o Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Daniel Jerneycic Managing Director Alvarez & Marsal Holdings, LLC
Pran Jha Partner Sidley Austin LLP
Kirsten H Keefe Assistant General Counsel Cummins Inc.
Lauren M. Loew Partner Foley & Lardner LLP
Adam Raviv Former Chief Counsel National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Sean McGann Managing Director | Industrials Investment Banking Cantor Fitzgerald & Co.
Chris Miller Lead Counsel – Compliance and Regional Compliance Officer, North America General Motors
Chris Neaville Director of Public Affairs The Doe Run Company
Matthew E. Wilkins
Founding Member Brooks Wilkins Sharkey & Turco PLLC
Chao Yan CEO and Co-Founder Princeton Nu Energy (PNU)
Rivian
Justin A. Savage Partner Sidley Austin LLP
EV BATTERY
Supply Chain and Compliance Summit 2025
March 20, 2025
7:45 Registration and Breakfast
8:30 Opening Remarks from the Co-Chairs
The 2025 Conference Chairs will set the tone for the day by highlighting the critical challenges and opportunities in EV battery compliance, sustainability, and innovation.
Devin Horne Senior Lead Policy Advisor for Batteries Rivian Automotive
A. Savage Partner
Sidley Austin LLP
8:45 Navigating Policy Changes and Federal Incentives
• Preparing for potential shifts in trade policies under the Trump administration and global geopolitical tensions
• Leveraging the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to capitalize on production tax credits and government incentives
• Meeting EPA standards for emissions, recycling, and environmental compliance
• Collaborating with policymakers to shape a favorable regulatory environment for battery innovation
• Reconciling state and federal regulations including California’s EPR
Adam Raviv Former Chief Counsel National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Evan Belser Policy Strategist and Managing Counsel Ford Motor Company
9:45 EV Battery Market Update: Insights and Projections for 2025
• Analyzing shifting trends in consumer demand
• M&A outlook for battery deals
• Identifying the impact of incoming administrative priorities on the EV battery market
• Highlighting technological advancements in EV battery production
• Demystifying pricing models in the EV battery industry
• Reviewing recent developments in EV charging infrastructure
Cory Hebenstreit Director
Houlihan Lokey
Pran Jha Partner Sidley Austin LLP
Andrea Hudson Managing Counsel
Toyota Legal One c/o Toyota Motor North America, Inc.
Sean McGann Managing Director | Industrials
Investment Banking Cantor Fitzgerald & Co.
10:45 Morning Networking Break
11:00 Driving Sustainability in Battery Production: Innovating for the Circular Economy
• Exploring innovations in battery recycling technologies and circular economy practices
• Meeting global sustainability mandates through collaborative industry efforts
• Reducing environmental impacts of battery production with new technologies
• Strengthening partnerships to achieve long-term ESG goals
Aaron Flyer Senior Counsel, Regulatory Scout Motors, Inc.
Stacey Halliday Partner
Arnold & Porter
Kaye Scholer LLP
Albert Lipson Principal Materials Scientist
Argonne National Laboratory
Chao Yan CEO and Co-Founder
Princeton Nu Energy (PNU)
Justin
• Navigating jurisdictional compliance for battery safety and recalls
• Mitigating liability risks tied to end-of-life battery management
• Addressing recycling mandates and compliance with environmental laws
• Proactively managing legal risks related to emerging battery technologies
• Anticipating and responding to liability risks brought on by negative public perception surrounding consumer safety
Chris Miller Lead Counsel –Compliance and Regional Compliance Officer, North America General Motors
Nicholas Faenza, Ph.D., P.E., CFEI Principal Engineer Exponent
• Reshoring and diversifying suppliers to reduce geopolitical risks
• Developing risk mitigation frameworks for supply chain disruptions
• Meeting international trade laws by addressing tariff risks and non-compliance penalties
• Navigating raw material dependencies amid global political shifts and ensuring ethical sourcing of critical minerals like lithium and cobalt to align with ESG goals
• Assessing the challenges and opportunities of the European battery supply chain
Baptiste Bouvier CEO and Founder Diplo AI Kirsten H Keefe Assistant General Counsel Cummins Inc.
• Complying with U.S. customs requirements to streamline imports and exports under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement
• Preparing for sanctions or trade restrictions on key supplier regions like China and Russia 3:45 EV Restructurings: Lessons Learned and Strategies for Unlocking Value
• Analyzing recent EV restructurings and bankruptcies
• Surveying current EV market conditions
• Exploring capital raising alternatives for EV companies
• Developing strategies for unlocking value through acquisition 4:45
Ryan Hamilton Senior Vice President – Debt Advisory & Restructuring Jefferies Financial Group Inc.
Daniel Jerneycic Managing Director Alvarez & Marsal Holdings, LLC
Matthew E. Wilkins Founding Member Brooks Wilkins Sharkey & Turco PLLC
Lauren M. Loew Partner Foley & Lardner LLP
Devin Horne Senior Lead Policy Advisor for Batteries Rivian Automotive
Chris Neaville Director of Public Affairs The Doe Run Company
Justin A. Savage Partner Sidley Austin LLP
13th Annual
AUTOMOTIVE Litigation,
Regulation & Innovation
SUMMIT March 18 – 19, 2025
Hilton Chicago Magnificent Mile Suites Chicago, IL
Workshops
MARCH 17
8:30 WORKSHOP A
Driver’s Ed: Mastering MDLs and Class Actions in the Evolving Automotive Industry
Day 1 MARCH 18
7:15 Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:15 Introduction from the Conference Co-Chairs
8:30 Entering a New Era: An Interview with NHTSA on the Last Year and a Look Ahead at New Administrative Priorities
9:30 Morning Coffee Break
10:00 Autonomous Vehicles & ADAS: Who’s in the Driver’s Seat for Safety, Liability, and Regulation?
11:00 What’s New in Lemon Law Litigation: Emerging Trends, Recent Legislative Changes, and Proven Defense Strategies
12:00 Lunch Break
1:00 Electric Vehicles: Litigation and Regulatory Issues with Adapting to a Shifting Climate
2:00 Expert Opinion: How Fire and Accident Investigations are Evolving with Vehicle Technologies
3:00 Afternoon Coffee Break
3:30 Recent Developments in Product Liability Litigation, Defense and Trial Strategies, and Avoiding Runaway Verdicts
4:30 Cocktail Reception
5:30 End of Day 1
1:00 WORKSHOP B
Neighborhood Watch: A Deep Dive into Maintaining Cyber-Security and Data Privacy in a Technology-Centered World
Day 2 MARCH
19
8:00 Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:30 Co-Chairs Welcome Back
8:45 At the Starting Gate: What to Do When the Whistle is Blown
9:45 MDL and Class Actions: Recent Developments in Defending and Managing Emerging Automotive Litigation Trends
10:45 Morning Coffee Break
11:00 Part 2 – Trials and Settlements of Automotive Class Actions: Certifications, Trial Concerns, and International Considerations
12:00 Lunch Break
1:00 CyberData Series: Safeguarding Consumer Privacy and Security in the Automotive Industry
Part 1 – Protecting Privacy
2:00 Part 2 – Staying Secure
2:45 Afternoon Networking Break
3:00 Traffic in the Supply Chain: Overcoming Challenges and Future-Proofing for Regulatory and Technological Disruptions
4:00 End of Day 2, Conference Concludes
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