Ford's Sheryl Connelly highlights Global Consumer Trend Report at CIAS 2017

By Sonya Dvidson

The 2017 Canadian International Auto Show is well underway with a reported record-setting attendance for opening day this past Friday. While there were many stunning vehicles to dream about, hello Lincoln Navigator with built-in wardrobe and cascading steps, there were opportunities to look into  consumer trends. Canadian Reviewer was invited to a private luncheon with Sheryl Connelly, Ford Motor Company's "Futurist" (her official title "Global Consumer Trends and Futuring"), to gain insight into the company's most recent and fascinating research. 

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