TechnologyNEXT Networking Virtual Event

05/16/2025 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM ET

Category

Affinity Group

Admission

  • Free

Location

Virtual link will be sent 24 hours before

Description

TechnologyNEXT Networking Virtual Event
 

Start your morning with TechnologyNEXT and an executive spotlight featuring Brandy Goolsby,  Director, Business Development and Sales, Embedded Software at Vector North America. With over 20 years of experience spanning OEMs and embedded software companies, Brandy has held high-impact roles at industry-leading companies, including Vector North America, Wind River Systems, Ford Motor Company, Stellantis (formerly FCA), and General Motors. Brandy's unique background allows her to anticipate customer needs and deliver innovative technology solutions that drive business growth and long-term value. Brandy will share her career journey, lessons learned, and strategies for impactful leadership. Don’t miss this free virtual event with live Q&A to inspire your own growth!

 

Brandy Goolsby is a highly accomplished and regarded automotive industry leader with expertise in strategy, partnerships, and business development. With a profound understanding of disruptive connected experiences, she excels at driving innovation, forging technical partnerships, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

With over 20 years of experience spanning OEMs and embedded software companies, Brandy has held high-impact roles at industry-leading companies, including Vector North America, Wind River Systems, Ford Motor Company, Stellantis (formerly FCA), and General Motors. Brandy's unique background allows her to anticipate customer needs and deliver innovative technology solutions that drive business growth and long-term value.

Holding a bachelor's and master's degree in electrical engineering from Michigan State University, along with an MBA from the University of Detroit Mercy, Brandy is actively engaged in various professional organizations. She serves as an Executive Advisory Board Member for the MobilityNEXT Industry Group within InForum, a professional women's alliance. As a passionate technology leader, Brandy is committed to positively influencing the industry through her expertise and spirited advocacy for global technological innovations.

 

 

 

 

 

TechnologyNEXT connects like-minded leaders across the career spectrum to help enable success through relationship building and shared experiences. And in doing so, we elevate women to deliver business outcomes through technology.

 

 

This group is led by committee members who plan out all activities under the West Michigan TechnologyNEXT group.

 

Committee Members:
Steph Eckley eckleysl@trinity-health.org
Tania  Bethea Tania.Bethea@corewellhealth.org
Quinn Marco quinn.marco@cdw.com
Charity Bennett cbenne22@hfhs.org
Stacey Clark Stacey_Clark@vfc.com
Shannon Zonca shannon_zonca@millerknoll.com
Sarah Hendrixson Sarah.Hendrixson@Amway.com

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