Porsche AG Appoints Oliver Blume As New CEO: Officially Official
It’s official; Porsche AG has appointed Head of Production and Logistics Oliver Blume as its new CEO.
It’s official; Porsche AG has appointed Head of Production and Logistics Oliver Blume as its new CEO.
Porsche Head of Public Relations and Press Hans-Gerd Bode is stepping up to lead with the Volkswagen Group.
Mr. Müller stepped up to lead VW in the wake of the marque’s diesel controversy, leaving the Porsche CEO position open.
Mr. Shi Tao accepted one too many bribes. Needless to say, his job is open.
The executive shuffling commences as Tesla Motors attempts to regain some sales traction.
The Volkswagen Auto Group veteran will oversee cooperation between performance/luxury brands.
Spurred by disappointing China sales, Musk has to act to enable stronger sales in an important market.
He will be replaced by Mark LaNeve, currently chief operating officer at Global Team Ford.
Kennard will take the place of Dr. Homer Neal, who is stepping down after his 18-year tenure.
Both Jim Farley and Stephen Odell have been promoted to new positions at Ford Motor Company. Additionally, several long-time employees are retiring, leading to other promotions.
The executive will oversee vehicle quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction for VW and Audi brands in the U.S.
The changes are effective July 1, 2014.
The facility employs over 140 people and opened in 2011.
Max Wolff has been replaced as design director of Lincoln.