The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders’ (SMMT) Annual Dinner is one of the most prestigious events in the automotive calendar and is attended by senior executives from all parts of the sector. The SMMT President will once again make an address at the dinner. Our guest speaker is Armando Iannucci.
Joe Greenwell, President, SMMT 2009
Joe Greenwell was appointed Chairman, Ford of Britain in December 2008. He has enjoyed a long and successful career in the automotive industry. His previous appointments have been Vice-President, Governmental Affairs for Ford of Britain, a post he held since 2005. Before this he was Chairman and CEO of Jaguar and Land Rover and Vice-President, Marketing and Operations, responsible for Global Marketing, Ford of Canada, Ford of Mexico and Worldwide Direct Market Operations.
Armando Iannucci, Guest Speaker
Armando Iannucci is a writer, performer and producer who is the creator of much original TV comedy in recent years. His numerous TV credits include Alan Partridge, with Steve Coogan, and the British Comedy Awards and BAFTA-winning The Thick Of It. Armando also wrote the script for the critically-acclaimed film In The Loop. He has also appeared on Have I Got News For You?, Question Time, The News Quiz and Quote Unquote.
With the pressures facing the industry, this year’s SMMT Annual Dinner will be of greater importance than ever.
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