Purpose of meeting: Uncertainty and chaos seem to be normal these days.  This is a non-recorded, open dialogue to navigate resilience, adaptability, and a positive mindset.  This will enable the attendees to gain insights from others, have a respectful discussion providing a safe place to come together and share ideas, topics of interests and build connections.

This month's facilitator: Charon Morgan an automotive executive whose most recent position was with Autoliv as Vice President of Engineering where she lead the Americas Division for RD&E.  She joined Autoliv in August 2022 after 2 years away from the Automotive industry where she was at Eaton leading the Crouse-Hinds, B-Line, Airport Lighting and Oil & Gas Divisions. Prior to Eaton, Charon spent over two decades in the automotive industry where she served in over 15 roles throughout the duration of her career with General Motors.  Charon has led technical teams in regions around the globe including North America, South America, and Asia Pacific with her most recent role of leading Global Fuel and Diesel systems at the GM Technical Center in Detroit, MI and Global Product Development for General Motors China at the Center for Advanced Research and Science in Shanghai, China. 

Graduating from Purdue University with a Masters in Mechanical Engineering and Vehicle Dynamics, Morgan’s career started with positions across multiple disciplines in Global Product Development at General Motors at the Technical Center in Warren, Michigan.  This included assignments in Vehicle Dynamics at Milford Proving Grounds, and various special assignments including management and leading special task forces for crisis situations. She then moved into Program Operations and Management transitioning business from the US to China, with a key role at GMs largest Joint Venture in China in 2013. While in China, Charon took on a new role leading the product engineering and supplier quality functions for GM China while still working with GMs Joint Venture. 

Morgan  has served multiple industries through service with various societies and foundations. Some include Society of Women Engineers and SAE International. She served on several boards and committees including the Board of Directors, Technical Standards Board, Scholarship Advisory Committee, Executive Nominating Committee, and Motor Vehicle Council, among others.  Morgan also received multiple awards for her volunteer work, including SAE Distinguished Younger Member in 2008 and Member of the Year in 2010.  Charon frequently speaks at technical conferences and guest lectures in International Business, STEM education, and advocates for Women in Engineering as demonstrated through her work with Ladies Who Tech and First Robotics. In 2016, she served as Chairman of the Automotive Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai. She currently serves as a Board member for the Automotive Safety Council (ASC).