Ford Motor Company

FCL Builders Ushers in New Era with a Complete Brand Revitalization

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Chicago, IL, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FCL Builders, LLC , a leading industrial builder, today unveiled the most extensive brand refresh since the employee owned and operated company was founded in 1976.

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  • Chicago, IL, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FCL Builders, LLC , a leading industrial builder, today unveiled the most extensive brand refresh since the employee owned and operated company was founded in 1976.
  • The new design honors FCL’s past while celebrating the modern company it has become.
  • “For more than 45 years, we’ve built our company to thrive as markets fluctuate.
  • The FCL Experience reflects our values and commitment to excellence, it moves beyond saying we care by proving it every day,” said Cory Singer FCL’s Vice President of Business Development & Pre-Construction.

EDTA Board of Directors Announces New Leadership and Welcomes Walmart as a Member

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Washington, DC, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) elected a new Chair and Treasurer at its quarterly Board of Directors meeting in Washington, DC.

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  • Washington, DC, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) elected a new Chair and Treasurer at its quarterly Board of Directors meeting in Washington, DC.
  • Andre Welch, Director of Government Relations at Ford Motor Company, was elected Chair.
  • Christopher Hess, Vice President of Global Public Affairs at Eaton, was elected Treasurer.
  • The EDTA Board acknowledged their outstanding leadership and service to the association and its mission of advancing electric drive technologies and their benefits, including recent efforts to guide the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

Stitch Fix Announces Appointment of Lillian Reaume as Chief People Officer

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stitch Fix, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFIX), the leading online personal styling service, announced today that Lillian Reaume has joined the company as its Chief People Officer.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stitch Fix, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFIX), the leading online personal styling service, announced today that Lillian Reaume has joined the company as its Chief People Officer.
  • She reports to Matt Baer, CEO of Stitch Fix.
  • Prior to Stitch Fix, she held several HR leadership roles at Amazon, including Head of HR for the Alexa organization.
  • Chief Product and Technology Officer Tony Bacos joined the company in November of last year after serving as Chief Digital Officer at Frontdoor and Chief Product and Technology Officer at Amazon Fashion.

GXO Appoints Nizar Trigui as Its First Chief Technology Officer

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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“This new global technology role realizes our commitment to provide our customers the cutting-edge competitive advantage they need to exceed their customers’ expectations and grow market share,” said Malcolm Wilson, Chief Executive Officer, GXO.

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  • “This new global technology role realizes our commitment to provide our customers the cutting-edge competitive advantage they need to exceed their customers’ expectations and grow market share,” said Malcolm Wilson, Chief Executive Officer, GXO.
  • “Nizar is more than a technology expert — he’s a true leader with a track record of building tech-powered organizations.
  • Trigui joined Bridgestone in 2017 as Chief Technology Officer for the Americas where he introduced several industry-first technologies and reinvigorated the product portfolio to regain market leadership and enhance pricing power.
  • Previously, he served as Chief Technology Officer for Dura Automotive Systems where he led corporate product strategy, the technology portfolio and global product development.

Ford Updates EV, Hybrid Plans, Readies Manufacturing Plants

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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By the end of the decade, the company expects to offer hybrid powertrains across its entire Ford Blue lineup in North America.

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  • By the end of the decade, the company expects to offer hybrid powertrains across its entire Ford Blue lineup in North America.
  • In the first quarter of 2024, Ford’s electric vehicle sales increased by 86% and hybrid sales rose 42% versus a year ago.
  • Prospective employees can meet with Ford representatives at the new Ford Tennessee Discovery Center in Brownsville, Tenn., once it opens.
  • Employees at the plant, like at other Ford manufacturing facilities, will use wearable technology to support high-quality and efficient manufacturing.

EVgo Welcomes Scott Griffith to Board of Directors

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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EVgo Inc. (NASDAQ: EVGO) (“EVgo” or the “Company”), one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles (EVs), today announced Scott Griffith has joined the EVgo Board of Directors (the “Board”), serving on the Nominating and Governance Committee, as well as the Audit Committee and Compensation Committee.

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  • EVgo Inc. (NASDAQ: EVGO) (“EVgo” or the “Company”), one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles (EVs), today announced Scott Griffith has joined the EVgo Board of Directors (the “Board”), serving on the Nominating and Governance Committee, as well as the Audit Committee and Compensation Committee.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240403143172/en/
    Mr. Griffith joins EVgo’s Board with extensive experience in the mobility and automotive industry.
  • Mr. Griffith also has prior experience as an Executive in Residence at General Catalyst Partners, a venture and growth capital firm.
  • Mr. Griffith holds a BS in engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

CFO Lawler to Affirm Full-Year 2024 Operating Guidance, Review Ford+ Growth Plan at BofA Auto Summit Today

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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That’s the summary of what Ford CFO John Lawler will say today (Tuesday) during fireside-chat remarks at the BofA Securities Auto Summit.

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  • That’s the summary of what Ford CFO John Lawler will say today (Tuesday) during fireside-chat remarks at the BofA Securities Auto Summit.
  • Lawler will speak at 12:10 p.m.
  • His comments will be webcast “live” and on replay and a transcript of them will be available afterward, all via shareholder.ford.com .
  • Ford plans to report first-quarter 2024 financial results on Wednesday, April 24.

Ford and Allego Partner to Electrify European Dealership Network with Ultra-Fast Charging

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Ford (NYSE: F) and Allego N.V. (NYSE: ALLG), a leading pan-European public electric vehicle fast and ultra-fast charging network, today announced a strategic partnership to bring ultra-fast charging infrastructure to hundreds of Ford dealerships across Europe.

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  • Ford (NYSE: F) and Allego N.V. (NYSE: ALLG), a leading pan-European public electric vehicle fast and ultra-fast charging network, today announced a strategic partnership to bring ultra-fast charging infrastructure to hundreds of Ford dealerships across Europe.
  • Delivering up to 400 kW charging, Allego ultra-fast charging stations at Ford dealerships will be accessible to EV drivers around the clock and compatible with vehicles that offer DC charging capability regardless of manufacturer.
  • Allego’s Chief Executive Officer, Mathieu Bonnet, commented, “Allego continues to expand its network to meet the demand for charging that comes with more EVs on the road.
  • Automakers like Ford are stepping up to the plate by producing a greater selection of EVs as the European market fully transitions to electric.

Former Tesla & Ford Supply Chain & Battery Executive Annie Liu joins Mangrove Lithium as Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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Mangrove Lithium, the next generation lithium refining company, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Annie Liu as Chief Commercial & Strategy Officer.

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  • Mangrove Lithium, the next generation lithium refining company, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Annie Liu as Chief Commercial & Strategy Officer.
  • Annie brings over 20 years of executive and entrepreneurial experience to Mangrove.
  • In her prior role as Head of Supply Chain, Battery and Energy at Tesla, Annie developed and managed the company’s multi-billion dollar partnerships and sourcing portfolio.
  • Following this role, Annie also worked as an Executive Director at the Ford Motor Company, where she focused on securing the company’s battery supply chain for their Model E division.

Biosero Appoints Daniel Schumann as Chief Operations Officer

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Biosero, Inc., developer of laboratory automation solutions to orchestrate scientific discoveries, today announced the appointment of Daniel Schumann to the position of chief operations officer.

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  • Biosero, Inc., developer of laboratory automation solutions to orchestrate scientific discoveries, today announced the appointment of Daniel Schumann to the position of chief operations officer.
  • Starting in April, Mr. Schumann will be responsible for overseeing all operational functions, including supply chain, procurement, integrations, engineering, project management, quality, and IT.
  • “With nearly two decades of experience in medical devices and life science instrumentation, Dan has the operational acumen and engineering background that will make him a perfect fit for Biosero,” said Ryan Bernhardt, CEO of Biosero.
  • “It is truly an honor to join this talented team and to help Biosero bring its industry-leading automation technology to even more organizations and laboratories around the world,” said Mr. Schumann.