Nadia Benhamida

Nadia (Beatrice) BenHamida, MS of Engineering, is an experienced professional in the automotive industry, currently serving as the Engineering Manager for Total Vehicle Development at Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. since May 2015. In this role, Nadia oversees all activities related to coatings, sealers, adhesives, and materials, leading significant global R&D projects that have achieved substantial reductions in part complexity and energy consumption. Additionally, Nadia is a board member for several organizations focused on sustainability in automotive manufacturing, including CARES - Future in the Making and SURCAR Community. With a strong educational background in Polymers and Coatings Technology, including a Master's degree from Eastern Michigan University and a Master's in Catalysis from the University of Jussieu Paris VI, Nadia has accumulated expertise in materials development and innovation throughout her career.