G.M. Names New Product Development Chief |
| New York Times - Jan 20, 2011 |
General Motors shuffled several executives this week as the automaker, two months removed from its public stock offering, works to build on recent momentum.
G.M. on Thursday appointed a new head for global product development, Mary Barra, who has a background in engineering, manufacturing and human resources. Ms. Barra, 49, is the first woman to hold that role at G.M. and is 13 years younger than her predecessor, Thomas G. Stephens.
Mr. Stephens this week was named to a newly created position, chief technology officer, overseeing research and development.
“Mary will bring a fresh perspective to the critically important job of developing vehicles that delight global customers,” Daniel F. Akerson, G.M.’s chairman and chief executive, said in a statement. “Her broad experience in engineering, manufacturing and staff functions, combined with the ability to collaborate and build strong relationships will enhance the company’s ability to deliver the products today’s consumers demand.”
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- Posted: 2011-01-20 13:12:15
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