Inside the Stellantis National Sales Meeting.

Day two at the Stellantis UK National Sales Meeting has reminded us just how powerful it is to bring people together in person.

After a period where so much has been done on screens, simply being in the same space as colleagues, friends and partners makes an enormous difference. Conversations move faster, ideas spark more easily and that genuine sense of “one team” becomes something you can actually feel, not just talk about. When everyone is aligned around the same goals and sharing the same energy in the room, momentum builds very quickly.

A powerful, differentiated brand line up

Looking across the Stellantis UK portfolio, the breadth and clarity of the brands really stands out. Vauxhall, Peugeot, Citroën, DS Automobiles, FIAT, Abarth, Alfa Romeo and Jeep all bring something distinct to the table.

In a market that is more crowded and more complex than ever, with new and emerging brands entering all the time, that level of differentiation is a real competitive advantage. Whatever a customer is looking for, there is a Stellantis brand that can meet that need in its own distinctive way. Seeing all those brands showcased together underlines just how strong the overall offer has become.

From National Sales Meeting to The Manchester Motor Show

Once the head office teams and retailer network have stepped out, the same venue opens its doors to the public as The Manchester Motor Show, which is already sold out. That seamless shift from internal conference to consumer experience is a brilliant illustration of the buzz around the Stellantis brands and the wider UK automotive market.

It is also a great example of how creating the right environment and content can work hard for very different audiences, from national teams to local customers on the ground.

Shared experiences, stronger teams

Last night’s gala dinner, sponsored by our friends at Stellantis Financial Services, was another reminder of the power of shared experience. Great entertainment, an outstanding skiffle band and sharp, funny comedy from Sean Hughes brought everyone together in a relaxed setting after a packed agenda.

Events like this do more than just entertain, they build relationships, strengthen trust and help create the kind of connected culture that delivers results when everyone heads back to their regions, markets and local communities.

Looking ahead

As the event continues, the focus is firmly on making the most of the time together and carrying this momentum into the months ahead. For a business built on powerful brands, strong retailer networks and diverse local markets, that shared sense of purpose is invaluable.

At We Are Acuity we see first hand how this kind of alignment, from national strategy through to local activation, can transform performance. When everyone is pulling in the same direction, with clarity on the role each brand plays for customers in every community, the results follow.

Here is to turning the energy of this week into meaningful action and sustained success across the Stellantis UK network.