Welcome to Insights by the Institute of the Motor Industry, a series of research and insights from the professional body that’s leading the way in automotive skills development and professional recognition.
Whether you're a business owner, a technician, or simply curious about the latest trends, this series offers valuable information and actionable advice.
In this inaugural episode, we'll be exploring how the IMI driving automotive policy forward with Hayley Pells, our Policy Lead.
We'll discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the automotive workforce, and how the IMI is leading the conversation to address automotive skills, recruitment and future skills.
Join us as we navigate the changing landscape of the automotive industry together.
Dr Benjamin Silverstone
Dr Benjamin Silverstone is an Associate Professor and Director of the WMG Skills Centre at the University of Warwick. He holds an MSc in Management and a PhD in Engineering. He holds a Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy as well as Fellowships to the Royal Society of Arts and World Business Institute.
Ben has spent 20 years working in education and specialises in the development, and delivery, of learning to meet the challenges of tomorrow. He worked to establish the UK Battery Skills Framework and National Electrification Skills Framework and leads on strategic skills work across the West Midlands.