Lincoln Mercury Exec Assignments

LINCOLN MERCURY ANNOUNCES MANAGEMENT CHANGES

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 9, 2001 – Mark Hutchins, president, Lincoln Mercury, announces key appointments, effective December 1:

Ann Kalass is appointed Marketing Communications Manager. Ms. Kalass' most recent assignment was Lincoln Mercury Regional Manager for the Orlando Region.

Pat Petroske is appointed Regional Manager, Orlando Region. Previously, Mr. Petroske held the post of Regional Manager, Memphis Region.

Jennifer Moneagle is appointed Regional Manager for the Memphis Region. Ms. Moneagle was previously Group Brand Manager, Mercury.

Elena Ford is appointed Group Brand Manager, Mercury. Ms. Ford recently served as Director of E-Solutions in Ford Motor Company's Marketing, Sales & Service organization.

"These changes further strengthen our Lincoln and Mercury leadership teams, both at headquarters and the region. In their new roles, this team will help the enterprise focus on its core goal of developing both the Lincoln and Mercury brands and enhancing our relationship with our dealer partners," said Hutchins.