Corporate Events

Gordinier Group Bring Stellantis Products to Life During Investor Day

During the Stellantis Investor Day event at the company’s Auburn Hills, Michigan headquarters, Gordinier Group provided precision driving, product support, and guest experience management for an exclusive group of domestic and international media, investors, and key stakeholders.

As part of the multi-day program focused on the future direction of Stellantis, attendees were given the opportunity to experience a wide range of vehicles firsthand. On the custom-built off-road proving ground, designed and constructed by Gordinier Group, our team of professional precision drivers showcased the capability of Jeep and RAM vehicles through a series of challenging obstacles.

In addition to the off-road experience, Gordinier Group staff served as coach riders and product specialists during the on-road drive program at the Stellantis test track. Guests drove a diverse lineup of vehicles, including several European models not available in the U.S. market.

Throughout both experiences, Gordinier Group managed vehicle flow, guest loading, and ride-and-drive operations to maximize efficiency and ensure every attendee had a seamless, engaging, and memorable experience behind the wheel.

Driving Business Forward: Stellantis Fleet Experience at M1

By Shannon Gordinier

Stellantis recently hosted a dynamic Fleet Buyer event at M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan, bringing together key commercial and government buyers from across the country. The exclusive experience provided attendees with valuable insights into Stellantis’ forward-looking business strategies, along with an up-close look at the full lineup of vehicles from iconic brands including Jeep, RAM, Dodge, Chrysler, and more.

Gordinier Group was proud to support the event by supplying a team of professional drivers and product specialists to help deliver engaging, hands-on vehicle demonstrations. Attendees rotated through a variety of immersive drive experiences designed to highlight the performance, capability, and innovation of Stellantis vehicles. Highlights included Camp Jeep’s off-road course, a towing demonstration featuring heavy agricultural equipment, an on-road “street drive” feature, high-speed laps on the M1 track, and a high-adrenaline thrill ride with the all-electric Dodge Charger.

The event successfully combined informative product education with unforgettable driving experiences, reinforcing Stellantis’ commitment to fleet buyers while showcasing the strength and versatility of its vehicle portfolio.

Detroit 4Fest 2024 & Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Jeepin’ Fieldtrip!

By Shannon Gordinier

Jeep and Gordinier Group were back for the 5^th annual Detroit 4Fest event at Holly Oaks ORV Park in Holly, Michigan. Jeep has been a proud sponsor and Gordinier Group has been treating guests to thrill rides in the vehicle since the debut. The ORV Park provides all sorts of terrain from steep inclines and declines to rock crawling and water fording to experience Jeep’s extreme capabilities. You name it, the ORV Park offers it, and the Jeep concurs it!

Prior to the 4Fest public event day, Jeep invites the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy senior class out to spend the day learning and experiencing what Stellantis and the Jeep Brand has to offer any upcoming automotive industry enthusiast. The students have the opportunity to interact with different mentors in the field, ask questions that pique their interest and then jump in a Jeep for a guided tour through the off-road park to finish out the day.

Gordinier Group had the pleasure to partake in the special day once again and made more memories to last a lifetime! The students were very engaging and had a great time while Jeepin’ through the rouged trails. The fan favorite was playing in the water ponds, so much so we “had” to do it over and over!! There’s nothing like a muddy Jeep to put a smile on everyone’s face!

Bob Broderdorf, Head of Jeep Brand, North America said it best in his LinkedIn post Jalen Rose Leadership Academy

Nissan on the Mojave Road – 40th Anniversary

By Shannon Gordinier

Steeped in history, the Mojave Road is roughly 130 miles of remote desert two-track; most of which lies within the Mojave National Preserve. In 1983, Nissan traversed this road with a group of automotive media to showcase their new 4×4 trucks. Forty years later, Gordinier Group was tasked by Nissan USA with recreating this iconic media drive.

In preparation for this two-night, three-day trip, our team worked diligently on all the details.

Securing all filming/photography/event permits
Outfitting all media, clients, and staff with camping gear
Sourcing backcountry-capable chefs for meals on-trail and in camp
Pre-running entire route to develop proper timing and logistics for the caravan
Staffing a trail guide, trail support team as well as an advance team for camp set-up
Supplying recovery gear, first aid, and communication assets (both GMRS and Satellite)
Vehicle logistics for the duration of the event

Once on the Mojave Road, our team led a group of 10, 2023 Nissan Frontier Pro4X trucks. The media were treated to a narrated history of the road throughout the drive and fresh trail-side lunches. Along the way, the group posed for photos to recreate images taken on the original trip in 1983. Each night, upon arrival in camp, media guests were escorted to their pre-built tents to drop their gear and relax. Craft cocktails preceded a gourmet dinner with wine pairings provided by our friends from Overland Cookery. On day 2, vigilant monitoring of weather radar by our trail team enabled them to route the group around some inclement weather and get to camp safely. The trip was a complete success, and our media guests enjoyed an incredible experience in the desert.

In the end, our client could not have been happier. The following is a quote from a post-event email:

I want to thank you, Jeff, and the rest of the team for the outstanding work for the event. Your guys got things done before I even thought of them and made the trip much better for everyone. You guys weren’t very visible but made things happen in the background and it was great. I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciated the support.