Meritor Names Ivor J. Evans Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President
Aug 9, 2013
The Board of Directors of Meritor, Inc. today announced that it has named Ivor J. Evans chairman of the board, chief executive officer and president, effective immediately. Evans, a member of the Board of Directors of Meritor since 2005, has been serving as the company's executive chairman, interim chief executive offi ... Continue reading
Ford's New Sustainable Workforce Initiative
Aug 7, 2013
Ford takes a four-pronged approach strategic hiring, training, protection and safety, and health care initiatives to build and maintain a sustainable hourly workforce Ford's virtual and simulated factories improve manufacturing quality and safety With the rollout of global safety standards, overall injury rates h ... Continue reading
Ally Announces Marketing Efforts to Support Minority Dealers
Aug 5, 2013
New series of ads highlighting minority dealers' success and translated brochures represent latest efforts for the company to be the dealers' "ally" -- Ally Financial will introduce the first of several new ads in August that showcase diverse dealers. The ads are the latest addition to Ally's "Success Stories" campaign ... Continue reading
CVG Announces Realignment Of Executive Leadership Team
Aug 4, 2013
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc. , announced the realignment of its executive leadership team. Under the new structure, Kevin Frailey has been appointed President of Global Construction, Agriculture & Military; Patrick Miller has been appointed President of Global Truck & Bus, and Timo Haatanen has been appointed Preside ... Continue reading
Steve Roberts of Crown Motors Redding Named Autobytel Dealer of the Month
Aug 2, 2013
Autobytel Inc. , the company dedicated to helping automotive consumers and dealers connect online, has named Steve Roberts, General Manager of Crown Motors in Redding, California, the Autobytel Dealer of the Month for June 2013. ... Continue reading
Alcoa Appoints New Communications Head
Jul 30, 2013
Alcoa announces that effective September 1 Libby Archell is appointed Vice President of Corporate Affairs. Reporting to Klaus Kleinfeld, Alcoa Chairman and CEO, Ms. Archell will be a member of Alcoa's Executive Council and have responsibility for communications activities that impact Alcoa's reputation, relationships w ... Continue reading
MAACO Founder Anthony Martino Honored
Jul 30, 2013
MAACO is proud to announce that founder Anthony "Tony" Martino has been posthumously inducted into the International Franchise Association (IFA) Hall of Fame for his extensive contributions in promoting and advancing the franchise industry. Martino is among a class of five industry leaders who have been selected to the ... Continue reading
USW, Bridgestone-Firestone Reach Tentative Agreement
Jul 29, 2013
The United Steelworkers (USW) have reached a tentative agreement on a new four-year contract with Bridgestone-Firestone covering 4,500 workers at six facilities. The union and the tire company had been working since June on a new collective bargaining agreement. The previous contract expired on Saturday. "This agreemen ... Continue reading
USW, BF Goodrich Reach Tentative Contract Settlement
Jul 29, 2013
The United Steelworkers (USW) have reached a tentative agreement on a new three-year contract with BF Goodrich covering 2,400 workers at facilities in Tuscaloosa, Ala., and Fort Wayne, Ind. The union and the tire company had been working since June on a new collective bargaining agreement. The previous contract expired ... Continue reading
Ford Foundation Announces New President
Jul 26, 2013
Darren Walker, who emerged from small-town Texas to an international career in law and finance before becoming a leader in the non-profit and philanthropic worlds, will become the 10th president of the Ford Foundation this September, succeeding Luis A. Ubinas, the foundation's Board of Trustees announced today. ... Continue reading
John Murphy Elected Corporate Officer of Johnson Controls
Jul 26, 2013
Johnson Controls today announced its board of directors has elected John Murphy as a corporate officer. Murphy was named president of the company's Global WorkPlace Solutions business reporting to Alex Molinaroli, vice chairman, on July 1. Global WorkPlace Solutions is a leading provider of integrated facilities and ... Continue reading
Johnson Controls elects Alex Molinaroli Chief Executive Officer
Jul 25, 2013
Current CEO Stephen Roell to retire after 32 year career with the company Johnson Controls today announced that its board of directors has elected Alex A. Molinaroli, vice chairman, to serve as the company's next president and chief executive officer effective Oct. 1, 2013, at which time he will join the board of direc ... Continue reading
Jul 25, 2013
After its Board of Directors meeting in Washington, D.C., the Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) today announced its new leaders and additions to its Board. Tanvir Arfi, president of Bosch Automotive Service Solutions, begins his tenure as the association's new chair. "Serving as chairman of EDTA provides ... Continue reading
Management Changes At BMW North America
Jul 24, 2013
Woodcliff Lake, NJ â July 24, 2013⦠Today, the BMW Group is announcing three changes in its senior management team in the U.S. to become effective September 1, 2013. Gene Donnelly, Vice President of the Southern Region will retire in September. During his distinguished 40+ year career in the automotive indust ... Continue reading
Meritor Appoints Charles Christman Director, Investor Relations
Jul 23, 2013
Meritor, Inc. has appointed Charles Christman director, Investor Relations, effective immediately. Christman will report directly to Carl Anderson, vice president and treasurer. In this position, Christman is responsible for communicating Meritor's financial information and strategic vision to the company's shareowners ... Continue reading
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