CarSharing Association

30 years of Carsharing
in North america

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Engage. Solve.

Mapping Tomorrow: Analyzing and Shaping the Future of the Carsharing Industry
October 28-29, 2024
Montreal, Canada
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We are excited to invite you to a milestone event marking the 30th anniversary of modern carsharing in North America – an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of our industry together.

Hosted by the Carsharing Association and Communauto, this event brings together CSA members, carsharing operators, and leaders from across the shared mobility network worldwide. It will be a unique platform for collaboration, discussion, and the exchange of ideas – an essential moment to envision and drive the future of carsharing. Join us!

Program

Two days of enriching discussions in two unique Montreal venues. Stay tuned as more information will be added!
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Welcome and Introduction

Celebrating 30 Years of Carsharing: A Call to Action

Join us as we reflect on past achievements and unite stakeholders to elevate carsharing’s role in shaping a sustainable future.

  • Pam Cooley – Carsharing Association Executive Director
  • Marianne Giguère, associate councillor to Executive Committee for mobility and city’s bike plan, City of Montréal
  • Benoit Robert – CEO and founder of Communauto


Carsharing: Past, Present, and the Path Forward

  • Kevin Mclaughlin, Zygg CEO and cofounder of Modo The Car Co-op and Founder of AutoShare
  • Arnd Baetzner, Founder Baetzner Metropolitan Consultancy and former director, Mobility Cooperative 
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Cake & Coffee Break

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Session 1: Changing Our Minds (roundtable discussions)

Open roundtable discussion on how to shift perceptions—among urban planners, consumers, and within the carsharing industry itself—toward collaboration, innovation, and reducing private car reliance. We’ll tackle behavior change strategies, from regulation to incentives, and address the industry’s PR and competition challenges. Set the stage for discussion:

  • Natalia Le Gal –  Researcher and Behaviour Scientist, movmi
  • Rudy Six – CEO, INVERS Mobility Solutions
  • Moderator: Pam Cooley – Carsharing Association Executive Director

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Lunch Break

1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Session 2: Cities, Transit and Other Partnerships

Reality check on why cities and transit agencies have yet to fully embrace carsharing as part of their mobility solutions. We’ll explore the financial crises, environmental plans, and opportunities for collaboration to better integrate carsharing with public transit systems.

  • Will Sowers – Senior Manager, Public Partnerships & Policy, Zipcar
  • Charles de la Chevrotière – Executive Director of Business and Mobility Strategies, Agence de mobilité durable de Montreal
  • Moderator: Venkatesh Gopal – Principal, e-Mobility and Financial Feasibility, movmi

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Coffee Break

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Session 3: Leveraging Technology Innovations

The latest technological innovations in carsharing and their potential to enhance user experience and operational efficiency. We’ll discuss future growth opportunities, collaboration with tech industries, and the role of discoverability in increasing carsharing adoption.

  • Tyler Harrison – Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer EquiCharge Solutions
  • Mehdi Nourinejad – Assistant Professor at York University
  • Jakob Otting – Head of Sales at carValoo
  • Moderator: Erin Sullivan – Director of Fleet Operations at Modo
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Session 4: Emission-Free Mobility with EVs, AI & AVs

This session will explore how autonomous vehicles, AI, and electric vehicle integration can drive growth in carsharing. We’ll discuss the challenges and opportunities these innovations present for business models and shared mobility.

  • Shauna Begley – Founder, Modern Work
  • Vincent Dussault – Planning Consultant, Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Projects, City of Montreal
  • Moderator: Will Schroeer, Executive Director at East Metro Strong
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Coffee Break

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Session 5: Research and Data

The critical role of data in shaping the carsharing narrative, exploring whether we’ve been capturing the right metrics and telling the right stories. We’ll discuss the stakeholders needed for effective data gathering and analyze the disconnect between research projections and real-world growth in the carsharing industry.

  • Jehan de Thé – Public Affairs Director, Europcar Mobility Group et President Association Acteur de l’Autopartage France
  • Fabien Richard-Allouard –  Program Manager, GBFS, MobilityData
  • Moderator: Martin Trepanier – Professor at Polytechnique Montreal

12:30 PM – 13:30 PM

Conclusions

  • Arnd Bätzner – Founder Baetzner Metropolitan Consultancy and former director, Mobility Cooperative
  • Pam Cooley – Carsharing Association Executive Director
  • Peter Krahenbuhl – CEO & Executive Director,
    Colorado CarShare

Conference pricing

Enjoy two days of enriching discussions. Buy your ticket now !

Conference pricing

Enjoy two days of enriching discussions. Buy your ticket now!

CSA
Members
FREE
All CSA Members are invited to attend complimentary.
Non-member carshare organizations
$250
Fees can be used toward joining CSA as a member
Friends working in the shared mobility eco-system
$300
Fees can be used toward joining CSA as a member

Attending

Our two-day conference will be an opportunity to collaborate, engage and solve with fellow actors in the shared mobility eco-system.
Colorado Carshare, Communauto, Enterprise CarShare, Europcar On Demand, GoGet, Modo Carsharing Co-op, Peg City Car-coop, Zipcar, Agence de Mobilité Durable de Montréal, Association des Acteurs de l’Autopartage, City of Hambourg, City of Montreal, École Polytechnique de Montréal, EquiCharge, Invers, MobilityData, US Dot, …
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Sponsorship Opportunities

We offer flexible, tailor-made sponsorship options designed to meet your specific needs and goals. Whether you’re looking for visibility through our event materials, digital platforms, or exclusive networking opportunities, we can create a package that works for you. For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at executivedirector@carsharing.org

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Maximize your trip and network with more mobility leaders from across the globe

MobilityData is hosting the 2024 International Mobility Data Summit in Montreal on October 30 and 31.

MobilityData is the global non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of open data standards to improve the transit and shared mobility rider experience. Learn more about MobilityData and the Summit.

About The Carsharing Association

The Carsharing Association (CSA) is a member-based organization that focuses on raising the profile of the positive impacts of carsharing and supports the growth and advancement of the global carsharing industry. Our goal is to maximize the environmental, social and financial benefits provided by carsharing organizations by promoting and providing education, services and awareness of socially responsible carshare programs. Provide an active forum and supportive environment for the carshare industry and its stakeholders.
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