DaimlerChrysler Names Ralph Gilles Vice President-Jeep/Truck and Component Design, Chrysler Group

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 15 -- Effective April 1, Ralph Gilles will be promoted to Vice President - Jeep/Truck and Component Design, Chrysler Group. Gilles, who served as Director - Truck Studio since 2005, will replace retiring Ricardo (Rick) Aneiros.

Gilles has held roles of increased responsibility since joining Chrysler Group in 1992. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Transportation Design from the Center for Creative Studies and a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Michigan State University.

"Ralph has emerged as a true talent not only in our organization but in the automotive design community," said Trevor Creed, Senior Vice President - Design, Chrysler Group. "He is a reflection of the company's positive momentum and its deep bench of talent."

Aneiros joined Chrysler Corporation in 1969 as a Product Stylist - Interior Styling and most recently was named Vice President - Jeep/Truck, Component Design, DaimlerChrysler Corporation in 1999.

"It has been a tremendous honor to work with the Chrysler Group, both with the Design team and within the entire organization," Aneiros said. "The industry has seen many changes since I started, but the professionalism, creativity and friendships I have experienced have been constant and consistent."

"Over the years, Rick's insight and keen eye have been invaluable to our design family at Chrysler Group," Creed said. "His spirit and talent have inspired many designers. His roles here throughout his career have touched every aspect of our products whether they were passenger cars, trucks, minivans or SUVs."