Enabling evolution and sustainability

The must-attend Aluminum conference of the year returns to kick off 2024. Join us on January 28-30 in Scottsdale, Arizona, as we welcome the aluminum industry, including end-users, producers, extruders, die casters, secondary market operators, transporters, associations, and more, to discuss the market's most timely issues.

Hear from market experts and have more opportunities to participate in the discussion through polling, live Q&A, and more. You’ll also enjoy enhanced networking opportunities, including breaks, meals, receptions, golf, and more.

Discuss the topics most relevant to your business, including:

  • — Impacts and influence from the IRA
  • — Supply and demand drivers and outlook
  • — Russian sanctions and market impact
  • — The importance of sustainability and drivers from the buy-side
  • — Automobile growth and demand outlook
  • — Economic outlook

Networking, bonus content, and more

Do more with your registration. You'll receive access to our networking app in advance of the event. Use it to:
 
  • Build your network—See who else is registered, help people find you, exchange contact information digitally, and plan for who you'd like to meet at the event. The list updates in real-time once the app goes live.
  • Connect—Use 1:1 messaging to introduce yourself. Conversations are saved and searchable for your convenience.
  • Enjoy extra content—Receive materials from speakers and partners. Find out about event updates as they happen.
  • Take it all with you—Look up your contacts and conversations later. Use the mobile app version for easy access from anywhere.
 

THIS EVENT STARTS IN

    Super Early Bird Rate: $1,395
    Early Bird Rate: $1,595 
    Full Rate: $1,995
     
    Register early and save  
    Register by Friday, December 15 to save $400.
     
    Networking app access is included with your registration  
    Enjoy early access to the registration list, 1:1 direct messaging, extra content, and more.
     
    Utility/Government discounts available
    Contact us to see if you qualify for this deeply discounted rate.
     
    Event registration closes on:  
    January 28, 5:00 pm MST
     
     
    Duration: 3 days
     
     

Upgrade your networking

Start your networking early at the McCormick Ranch Golf Club. The Palm Course offers panoramic mountain vistas beyond vast, sparkling lakes. Water comes into play on 10 holes, and signature hole number 9 has been featured in Golf Illustrated Top 18 Water Holes of America.

Tournament winners will be announced and awarded during the Welcome Cocktail Reception.

Date/Time: Sunday, January 28, 2024. Tee times begin at 12:00 pm
Venue: McCormick Ranch Golf Club
Cost: $300


Agenda

Day 1 Agenda
Sunday, January 28, 2024
  • 12:00 pm Golf Tee Off
  • 4:30 pm Registration Opens
  • 6:00 pm Welcoming Cocktail Reception
  • 7:30 pm Women in Metals Dinner
Day 2 Agenda
Monday, January 29, 2024
  • 8:00 am Registration and Networking breakfast
  • 9:00 am Chair’s Introduction and Opening Remarks
  • Moderator: Christopher Davis, Regional Pricing Director, Americas-Metals,
    S&P Global Commodity Insights
  • 9:15 am Economic Outlook
  • Michael Widmer, Senior Director, Strategist, Head of Metals Research,
    Bank of America
  • 9:45 am  KEYNOTE 

    Steve Fisher, President and Chief Executive Officer,
    Novelis Inc.
  • 10:15 am Networking and Refreshment Break
  • 10:45 am  PANEL DISCUSSION  Industry Roundtable Discussion – Outlooks, Obstacles, and Opportunities
    — Impact of Russian sanctions
    — Primary outlook for the US and market drivers
    — Industry-wide green initiatives, decarbonization, and technology
    — Logistic bottlenecks, power costs, and supply/demand shifts
    — Chinese supply update

    Jake Skelton, CEO,
    EGA America
    Matt Aboud, Senior Vice President, Strategy,
    Century Aluminum
    Renato Bacchi, Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer,
    Alcoa
    Trond Gjellesvik, President,
    Hydro Aluminum Metals
    Jeff Bullard, Category Manager,
    Boeing

  • 12:00 pm Lunch
  • 1:30 pm  PANEL DISCUSSION  ET Revolution – Mobility, IRA, and demand generation
    — Influence and demand from the IRA
    — Competing materials – opportunities and threats
    — EV demand and ramp up
  • Jose Kipper, Aluminum Purchasing Manager,
    Nemak North America
    John Anton, Director,
    S&P Global Market Intelligence
  • 2:30 pm Automotive Outlook
  • Edwin Pope, Principal Research Analyst, Supply Chain & Technology Group,
    S&P Global Mobility
  • 3:00 pm Fireside Chat
  • 5:30 pmEvening Networking Reception
Day 3 Agenda
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
  • 8:00 am Networking breakfast
  • 9:00 am Chair’s Welcome Remarks
  • Moderator: Christopher Davis, Regional Pricing Director, Americas-Metals,
    S&P Global Commodity Insights
  • 9:15 am  PANEL DISCUSSION  Secondary Market Outlook – Sustainability and Opportunities Within
    — Billet and extrusions update
    — Cast house supply and demand
    — Recycling and new tech evolutions
    — Shifting demand for secondary alloys

    Russell Barr, Chief Operating Officer, Executive Vice President,
    Real Alloy
    Joe Tomolo, Director, Business Development,
    Sims Alumisource
    Ron Lotz, Vice President,
    Service Aluminum Corporation
    Matt Lanzer, Vice President, Business Development,
    Service Center Metals
  • 10:15 am  PANEL DISCUSSION  Changes and Perspectives from the buy-side
    — Aluminum consumption outlook – aerospace and B&C
    — Aluminum foil packaging growth
    — Cansheet market perspectives
    — Downstream sustainability changes and industry influence

    Victoria Ryan, Vice President, Strategy,
    Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America
    Brook Hamilton, President,
    Bonnell Aluminum
    Eric Harris, Senior Vice President, Procurement,
    Reynolds Consumer Products
  • 11:00 am Networking and Refreshment Break
  • 11:30 am  PANEL DISCUSSION  Pricing Methodology Update
  • 12:00 pm Chair's Closing Remarks
  • 12:15 pm End of Conference
Times are US Mountain Time (MT/ GMT-07). Agenda subject to change.

Speakers

Keynote speaker

Steve Fisher
President and Chief Executive Officer, Novelis Inc.

Mr. Fisher joined Novelis Inc. in 2006, and since then, he has served in several executive positions, most recently as Chief Financial Officer. During his tenure as CFO, Novelis invested approximately $2 billion to transform and grow its business. Before that, Fisher served as Vice President of Strategic Planning and Corporate Development, where he spearheaded significant strategic, corporate, and financial transactions across the company, most notably the discussions that led to the acquisition of Novelis by Hindalco in 2007.

Today Novelis Inc. is the leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider and world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling. They supply premium aluminum sheet and plate products to the beverage can, automotive, aerospace, and specialty markets throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and South America. The $18.5 billion company operates 33 facilities in 9 countries on four continents, employing over 13,000 people.



Speakers

  • Matt Aboud, Senior Vice President, Strategy,
    Century Aluminum
  • John Anton, Director,
    S&P Global Market Intelligence
  • Renato Bacchi, Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer,
    Alcoa
  • Sarah Baltic, Managing Editor, Nonferrous Metals Markets,
    S&P Global Commodity Insights
  • Russell Barr, Chief Operating Officer, Executive Vice President,
    Real Alloy
  • Christopher Davis, Regional Pricing Director, Americas-Metals,
    S&P Global Market Intelligence
  • Trond Gjellesvik, President,
    Hydro Aluminum Metals
  • Brook Hamilton, President,
    Bonnell Aluminum
  • Eric Harris, Senior Vice President, Procurement,
    Reynolds Consumer Products
  • Jose Kipper, Aluminum Purchasing Manager,
    Nemak North America
  • Matt Lanzer, Vice President, Business Development,
    Service Center Metals
  • Ron Lotz, Vice President,
    Service Aluminum Corporation
  • Karen McBeth, Director, Global Metals Engagement & Intelligence,
    S&P Global Commodity Insights
  • Edwin Pope, Principal Research Analyst, Supply Chain & Technology Group,
    S&P Global Mobility
  • Victoria Ryan, Vice President, Strategy,
    Ardagh Metal Packaging - North America
  • Jake Skelton, CEO,
    EGA America
  • Joe Tomolo, Director, Business Development,
    Sims Alumisource
  • Michael Widmer, Senior Director, Strategist, Head of Metals Research,
    Bank of America
  • And more to be announced

Sponsorship


Sponsorship

Premier Sponsor


Sponsors


Become a sponsor

Position your business in expert company, distinct from your competitors. At the S&P Global Commodity Insights Aluminum Symposium, each sponsor has the opportunity to showcase their product or service to industry-wide professionals. We provide an environment that encourages an honest and open dialogue among attendees. If you would like to lead the conversation as an event sponsor, contact us for more details on available packages: Lorne Grout on 339-223-9499 or [email protected].

Download the brochureDemonstrate your strengths, raise your company profile, and maximize your ROI as we bring key industry players and decision-makers to you. At the S&P Global Commodity Insights Aluminum Symposium, each sponsor has the opportunity to showcase their products and services and distinguish themselves from the competition. We offer a full range of opportunities and packages, and can even tailor solutions to suit your needs.

Download our Americas event portfolio brochure to learn more about our events and who attends.

Contact us to start a conversation about your goals and how you can lead the pack as an event sponsor: Lorne Grout, Senior Commercial Partnerships Manager, at 339-223-9499 or [email protected].

Pricing


Super Early Bird Rate
Register by October 6
Early Bird Rate
Register by December 15
Standard Rate
Register by January 28
Delegate
$1,395    
$1,595    
$1,995    
Gov / Muni / Coops *
$1,195    
$1,195    
$1,195    
Groups *
Register 3 delegates, get one free    
Register 3 delegates, get one free    
Register 3 delegates, get one free    

Rates are in USD and are not inclusive of local taxes or VAT. Americas Region event terms and conditions apply.

* See FAQs for details on registering at this special rate.




View full event terms and conditions

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Venue

Your conference registration does not include accommodation. A limited number of rooms have been reserved for conference attendees at The Scottsdale Resort at a discounted group rate.

 
Accommodation and reservation details

Event Venue
The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch
7700 East McCormick Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Visit the hotel website

Discounted Accommodation
A limited number of rooms at the venue are available at a discounted rate for attendees. These rates apply for the nights of January 27-30, 2024. The discounted rate will be available until January 5, 2024, or the rooms sell out, whichever comes first. For those attendees that book a room in the official Room Block over the peak Event dates, quoted group room rates will be offered to attendees, based on contracted room type and rate availability, 3 days before and 3 days after the above official Event dates.

Room Rate
McCormick Guestroom — $339.00 USD per night

All rates quoted are in USD, per room, per night.
Rates are exclusive of $35 daily resort fee, per room, per night, plus applicable state and local tax.

Reservations *
Book your room online by clicking this reservation link

* Please note: S&P Global does not associate with third-party reservation agents and cannot guarantee their legitimacy. We advise you use the information we provide when making your reservations.


News & Insights

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FAQs

How to register

We offer three easy ways to register:

Online: Click here to register now

Email: [email protected]

Phone: Toll Free: 800-752-8878
Outside the US & Canada:
+1 212-904-3070

Payment forms accepted

We accept payment by credit card, wire transfer, and check for this event. To pay without a credit card, contact us via email to [email protected]. For assistance, you may also reach out by phone: Toll Free: 800-752-8878
Outside the US & Canada:
+1 212-904-3070.

Group rate

Your organization may send 1 person for free for every 3 people registered at the current delegate rate. All registrations must be from the same organization and made at the same time to qualify. The group rate is not retroactive. Your invoice will reflect 3 delegates at the current rate and 1 delegate at $0.

Utility/Government rate

If you are an employee of utilities or government, you qualify for the Utility/Government special rate. To register, email us at [email protected] or call Toll Free: 800-752-8878.

Outside the US & Canada:

+1 212-904-3070.

How to obtain a letter of invitation to apply for a travel visa

We can provide you with a letter of invitation to apply for a travel visa, which you should then send to the appropriate consulate or embassy of the event location. Please note:

  • — Your registration fee must be paid in full before a letter of invitation can be issued. There are no exceptions.
  • — Payment is considered full once money is posted to an order. Credit card payments are immediate. Wire transfer payments require at least 5 business days. Check payments require at least 10 business days.
  • — The visa application process can take weeks or even months, depending on the countries involved and time of year, so you should consider registering and paying as early as possible.

Once full payment has been made, please contact Customer Service to request a letter of invitation:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: Toll Free: 800-752-8878
Outside the US & Canada:
+1 212-904-3070

Networking app

Event registration includes access to the networking app, available for your smartphone, tablet, and desktop (both iOS and Android). We'll send registrants details about logging in to the app as soon as it goes live. Please note that your registration must be paid in full to receive access.

Substitution policy (how to transfer your registration to a colleague)

If you’re not able to attend, we’re happy to transfer your registration to a member of your organization at no cost, up to 2 business days in advance of the event. Requests must be received in writing via email to [email protected], and are subject to approval. For assistance, you may also reach out by phone: Toll Free: 800-752-8878
Outside the US & Canada:
+1 212-904-3070

Cancellation policy

If you're not able to attend or send a colleague in your place, we accept cancellations and provide refunds if received in writing to [email protected] at least 30 days before the event. In the event of non-attendance, the full invoice fee will be payable.

Sponsorship opportunities

We offer a variety of standard and tailor-made sponsorship opportunities to fit your marketing and business-to-business needs—and your budget. Please reach out directly to the Business Development Manager for this event:

Lorne Grout

Phone: 339-223-9499

Email: [email protected]

Speaking opportunities

We're always looking for the best voices in the industry to share their experience and perspective on opportunities, challenges, and trends. Please reach out directly to the Conference Producer to discuss availability and suitability:

Brian Speight

Phone: 720-512-9220

Email: [email protected]

Press passes

We allow accredited media writing on behalf of major industry publications to cover the event at no charge. Please reach out to the contact below for press pass approval.

Guido Falconi

Phone: 

Email: [email protected]

Event terms and conditions

Click here to view the full event terms and conditions, then use the drop-down menu to select the Americas Region event category.