Flavio Volpe, C.M., President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association (APMA), is one of the most influential voices in Canada’s manufacturing and automotive sectors. A Member of the Order of Canada, Flavio has led the APMA since 2014, championing Canadian innovation and competitiveness on the global stage. He was instrumental in securing stronger regional content rules during the USMCA negotiations and mobilized Canada’s automotive supply chain to produce critical medical equipment at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Most notably, he spearheaded Project Arrow—the first-ever, all-Canadian, zero-emissions autonomous concept vehicle—demonstrating Canada’s leadership in advanced manufacturing, clean tech, and mobility innovation. Widely recognized as a visionary, Flavio has been named Industry Leader of the Year by Automotive News, featured on the Maclean’s Power List, and counted among the Hill Times’ Most Influential People. A sought-after speaker in global media and policy circles, he continues to drive the conversation on the future of mobility, sustainability, and smart manufacturing.