Leadership Team

With more than 40 years of experience, Kidder has served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of both Duracell International Inc. and Borden Chemical Inc. and as director of such companies as Electronic Data Systems Corporation and General Signal Corporation.

While at Duracell, Kidder advanced through a series of leadership positions, including Vice President, Finance and Administration of Duracell Europe and President Duracell U.S.A. In 1995, he joined Borden, Inc. as CEO. In 1996, he organized Borden Capital Management Partners, an entity providing private equity investments, corporate governance functions, mergers and acquisitions expertise, and strategic partnering across the Borden Family of Companies. Later, in 2001, Borden Chemical was merged with Borden, Inc., where Kidder continued as Chairman, Borden Chemical, Inc. He retired from Borden Capital in 2003.

Prior to joining Duracell, Kidder was Vice President, Planning and Development for Dart Industries in Los Angeles. He also worked with McKinsey & Company in Chicago as a general management consultant and served as an officer in the U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps.

His work and academic background includes:

• 2009, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2006, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, 3Stone Advisors LLC
• 2004, Principal and Partner Stonehenge Partners, Inc.
• 2001, Chairman, Borden Chemical, Inc.
• 1995, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Borden, Inc.
• 1991, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Duracell International, Inc.
• 1984, Chief Executive Officer, Duracell Inc.
• 1982, President, Duracell U.S.A.
• 1981, Vice President, Sales and Marketing
• 1980, Vice President, Finance and Administration, Duracell Europe
• Vice President, Planning and Development, Dart Industries
• Consultant, McKinsey & Company
• Officer, U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps
• Master of Science, Iowa State University
• Bachelor of Science, University of Michigan

Kidder currently serves on the boards of directors of Morgan Stanley, Schering-Plough Corporation and Microvi Biotech Inc. He is also on the board of trustees of Nationwide Children’s Hospital (Columbus, Ohio), President of the Wexner Center Board (Columbus, Ohio), and is chairman of the board of Trustees of Ohio University.

He holds a Master of Science degree in Industrial Economics from Iowa State University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Michigan. He currently resides with his family in Columbus, Ohio.

His work and academic background includes:

• 2009, Chief Executive Officer, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2006, Chairman, CNH
• 2006 (current), Chairman, SGS Group of Geneva
• 2005, Chief Executive Officer, Fiat Group Automobiles
• 2004, Chief Executive Officer, Fiat S.p.A.
• 2002, Chief Executive Officer, SGS Group of Geneva
• 2000, Chief Executive Officer, Chairman, Lonza Group Ltd.
• 1994, Various positions of increasing responsibility until becoming Chief Executive Officer, Algroup
• 1992, Vice President of Legal and Corporate Development and Chief Financial Officer, Lawson Group
• 1990, Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer, Acklands Ltd.
• 1989, Executive Vice President, Glenex Industries
• 1985, Group Controller – Director of Corporate Development, Lawson Mardon Group
• 1983, Accountant and Tax Specialist, Deloitte & Touche

Marchionne serves as a member of the Board of Philip Morris International Inc. and a member of the General Council of Confindustria, of Assonime, of Unione Industriale di Torino and of ACEA (European Automobile Manufacturers Assocation). He is a permanent member of the Fondazione Giovanni Agnelli. Marchionne is a recipient of: a degree ad honorem in Industrial Engineering and Management from Polytechnic University in Turin, a master’s degree honoris causa from the CUOA Foundation, a degree in Economics honoris causa from the University of Cassino, and an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Windsor. Marchionne also holds the honor of Cavaliere del Lavoro.

Marchionne was born in Chieti, Italy, and has dual Canadian and Italian citizenship.

Previously, Betts was Vice President and Chief Customer Officer for Chrysler LLC since November 2007 with responsibility for improving the company’s overall quality and customer satisfaction.

Betts joined Chrysler in November 2007 with more than 21 years of quality assurance expertise gained from similar positions at Nissan and Toyota. Prior to joining Chrysler, he worked at Nissan Americas as Senior Vice President – Total Customer Satisfaction since April 2006, where he was responsible for all business activities related to satisfying customers with product or service quality in North and South America. His professional background also includes:

• 2009, Senior Vice President - Quality, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2007, Vice President and Chief Customer Officer, Chrysler LLC
• 2006, Senior Vice President - Total Customer Satisfaction, Nissan Americas
• 2004, Vice President - Manufacturing Quality North America, Nissan North America
• 1997, General Manager - Quality, Toyota Motor Manufacturing of Indiana (TMMI)
• 1995, Production Manager - Preparation Area, Michelin Tire Corporation
• 1987, Quality Manager and Engineer - Tire Building, Michelin Tire Corporation
• 1986, Quality Engineer/Supervisor - Buick City Complex, General Motors

While with Nissan, Betts was named one of the top 50 most influential people in the 50 year history of the company. He was also named one of the 10 people to watch in the industry by Automotive News in 2008. Betts was also responsible for the launch of the Toyota Tundra full-size pickup truck, which received the highest ranking in J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Survey (IQS) the year it was launched and the following two years. Betts is a classic car enthusiast and enjoys tinkering on ’60s era muscle cars.

Betts hold a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering (1986) from Georgia Tech University in Atlanta.

Betts was born in Neosho, Mo.

Prior to this, Mr. Bigland was appointed President of Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation in 2005.

Mr. Bigland’s work and academic background includes:

• President and Chief Executive Officer - Chrysler Canada, July 2006
• President, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation, 2005
• General Manager - Dealer Operations, Freightliner LLC U.S., 2002
• Director - Vocational Sales, Freightliner LLC’s Sterling Trucks and Western Star Trucks, 2001
• Director - U.S. Sales, Western Star Trucks, 1999
• Director - Human Resources, Western Star Trucks, 1997
• Progressively responsible management positions, Canadian Airlines International, 1988 - 1997
• Bachelor of Arts, University of British Columbia, 1990

Mr. Bigland has served on the Board of Directors of the University of Windsor since 2006.

He was born in Kamloops, British Columbia.

As Vice President and Treasurer, Bodden is responsible for all Chrysler Group treasury activities, including cash management processes, domestic and foreign investments, risk management, U.S. and Canadian pension funds, retiree trusts, employee managed savings, and banking and its related activities.

Previously, he was Assistant Treasurer and Chief Investment Officer, where he oversaw the management and investment strategy for Chrysler pension funds for both the U.S. and Canada.

Bodden joined the former Chrysler Corporation in 1984 and has held positions of increasing responsibility since then.

His professional experience includes:

• 2009, Vice President and Treasurer, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2009, Assistant Treasurer and Chief Investment Officer
• 2008, Assistant Treasurer – Cash, Investments & Foreign Exchange, Chrysler LLC
• 2007, Director – Cash & Commodity Management
• 2003, Director – Cash & Foreign Exchange, NAFTA, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 2001, Director General – Chrysler de Mexico
• 1999, Treasurer, Chrysler Canada
• 1998, Senior Manager – Corporate Cash and Foreign Exchange, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 1996, Senior Manager – Cash and Foreign Exchange, Chrysler Corporation
• 1995, Senior Manager – Mopar® Financial Control
• 1992, Senior Manager – Component Sales Programs, International Operations
• 1990, Manager – Supplier Financial Analysis, P&S Financial Control
• 1989, Area Finance Manager – Engineering Financial Control
• 1986, Treasury Specialist, Diamond-Star Motors (joint venture between Chrysler and Mitsubishi Motors)
• 1985, Finance Analyst – Component Business Operations, Chrysler Corporation
• 1984, Treasury Analyst

Bodden received a master’s degree in finance from the University of Chicago, and a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of the South in Sewanee, Tenn.

He enjoys skiing and bicycling and was born in Mobile, Ala.

Previously, ChamaSrour was named President and Managing Director of Chrysler México in January 2004, where he was also in charge of the company’s operations in the country and represented all of the business brands. He reported to Michael Manley Executive Vice President – International Sales and Marketing, Chrysler LLC.

Since first joining the former Chrysler Corporation in 1987, ChamaSrour has put his extensive academic background in sales, marketing, finance and international business to use, holding many different positions within the company, including:

• 2009, President and CEO, Chrysler de Mexico
• 2004, President and Managing Director, DaimlerChrysler de Mexico
• 2003, Vice President, CFO of World Engine Joint Venture, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 2001, Vice President, Global Alliance MMC
• 1998, Vice President, International Finance, Chrysler de Mexico
• 1995, CFO, Chrysler Europe
• 1993, CFO, Chrysler de Mexico
• 1992, Vice President Controller, Chrysler Financial
• 1990, Manager, Joint Venture Financial Control, Chrysler Corporation
• 1989, Manager, Automotive Financial Planning
• 1989, Manager, Jeep / Eagle Programs Control
• 1988, Manager, Jeep / Eagle Business Planning
• 1987, Manager, Eagle Marketing Plans

Before working at Chrysler, ChamaSrour held the following positions:

• 1986, Corporate Controller, American Motors Corporation
• 1976, Various sales, marketing and finance positions, Renault

ChamaSrour holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the Institut Superieur des Affaires, Jouy-en-Josas in France (1976) and a Bachelor Science degree in engineering from the Ecole Polytechnique, in Paris, France (1974).

He was born in Beirut, Lebanon and is a U.S. and French citizen.

Previously, Chernoby held the position of Vice President, Alliance Partnership Engineering. In this position, Chernoby oversaw Chrysler’s engineering programs in relation to partnerships and combined efforts with other automakers.

Since joining Chrysler Corporation in 1985 as a powertrain engineer, Chernoby has made use of his experience in focused component engineering, advanced vehicle programs and vehicle homologation for Chrysler, Jeep® and Dodge products. Significant elements of his professional background include:

• 2009, Vice President - Executive Coordination & C/D Segment Product Engineering, Chrysler Group LLC
• November, 2008, Vice President - Alliance Partnership Engineering, Chrysler LLC
• April, 2008, Vice President and Chief Engineer - Project D
• February, 2008, Vice President - Core Components, Processes and International Engineering
• 2003, Vice President - Advance Vehicle Engineering, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 2001, Executive Engineer - Proving Grounds
• 1999, Manager - Vehicle Development, Large Car Platform
• 1995, Manager - Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Laboratory, Chrysler Corporation
• 1992, Engineering Supervisor - Product Development
• 1985, Product Engineer - Powertrain Engineering

In 2005, Chernoby was elected chair for the SAE Technical Standards Board, and in 2007, he served as a member of the Hydrogen Technology Advisory Committee reporting to the U.S. Secretary of Energy. Chernoby enjoys outdoor recreation, including golfing, hunting, fishing and camping.

Chernoby holds a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Michigan (1990) and a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Michigan (1985). His studies began with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Michigan State University (1983).

Chernoby was born in Bay City, Mich.

Previously, Diaz was Director – Denver Business Center for Chrysler Group since February 2006. In this position, he was responsible for sales, service and field operations for the company’s Denver region.

Before that, Diaz worked in positions of increasing responsibility in the company’s Sales and Marketing organizations.

His professional background includes:

• 2009, President and Chief Executive Officer – Dodge Ram Brand and Lead Executive for U.S. Sales, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2006, Director – Denver Business Center, Chrysler Group, Daimler Chrysler
• 2004, Director – Dodge Brand Communications
• 2004, Director – Dodge Communications
• 2003, Senior Manager – Marketing – Southwest Business Center
• 2002, Senior Manager – Sales and Service – Houston Zone
• 2000, Senior Manager – Sales – Puerto Rico/Caribbean
• 1998, Field Operations Manager – Philadelphia Zone
• 1997, Customer Relations Manager – External Affairs, Chrysler Corporation
• 1995, Customer Relations Supervisor – National Correspondence
• 1994, Customer Relations Supervisor
• 1992, Zone Service District Manager B – Dallas
• 1990, Zone Service District Manager C – Dallas
• 1989, Trainee – Dallas Zone

Diaz earned a master’s degree in business management from Central Michigan University (1995) and a bachelor’s degree in management from a combination of schools in the United States (1988).

Diaz was born in San Antonio, Texas.

Ferrero joined Chrysler Group from Fiat Powertrain Technologies where he gained extensive experience in product development and powertrain. His most recent position was Vice President – Product Engineering.

He started his career in 1979 at Fiat SpA in the Abarth Racing Development division. In this role, Ferrero was responsible for the design, testing and on-field support departments of rally engines, endurance prototypes and offshore powerboat racing with the Martini race team.

Ferraro has since held a variety of positions of increasing responsibility in various areas of powertrain development. Significant elements of his professional background include:

• 2009, Senior Vice President – Chrysler Powertrain, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2007, Vice President – Powertrain Product Engineering, Fiat SpA
• 2005,Head –Passenger Car Engine Development and General Manager – Fiat Powertrain Technology, Italian Region
• 2002, Executive Director –Powertrain JV with GM and General Manager – Fiat Powertrain Technology, Italian Region
• 1994, Head – Powertrain Testing
• 1992, Head –Powertrain Development, Elasis Research Center
• 1979, Head –Abarth Racing Engine Development

Ferrero enjoys spending time with his family and automobile racing.

He received a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Turin (1979) and was born in Torino, Italy.

Francois has been the lead executive for the Lancia Brand, Fiat Group Automobiles, since September 2005. To enhance the effectiveness of Fiat Group Automobiles and further strengthen synergies within the company, in January 2009, he assumed Brand Marketing Communication, responsible for coordinating above-the-line and below-the-line communication activities for all brands.

Before joining Fiat in 2005, Francois worked for Citroen in positions of increasing responsibility. His professional background includes:

• 2009, President and Chief Executive Officer – Chrysler Brand, Chrysler Group LLC, and Lancia Brand, Fiat Group Automobiles, Lead Executive for Marketing
• 2009, President and Chief Executive Officer – Lancia Brand, Lead Executive for Marketing, Fiat Group Automobiles
• 2005, Lead Executive – Lancia Brand & Commercial Organization, Fiat Group Automobiles
• 2005, Sales Chief – Fiat Brand
• 2001, General Manager – Citreon, Italy
• 1999, General Manager – Citreon, Denmark
• 1995, Marketing, Pricing and Commercial Methodologies – Citreon, Europe
• 1990, Marketing, Pricing and Commercial Methodologies – Citreon, France
• 1988, Consulting Services, France

Francois holds a degree in economy, finance and marketing from the Dauphine University (1985) and a diploma from the IEP (Institute des Sciences Politiques) of Paris (1989).

He was born in Paris, France.

Previously, Garberding was Head of Manufacturing/World Class Manufacturing ad interim, an appointment he received in September 2009. Prior to that, Garberding was Senior Vice President – Purchasing, Chrysler Group LLC since June 2009. He also has held the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer, Chrysler LLC since 2008, with responsibility for all global sourcing activities worldwide.

Garberding also served as Vice President – Global Alliance Operations in 2008 and prior to that as Vice President – Supply and Supplier Quality beginning in 2007. Garberding joined Chrysler Corporation in 1993 in the Manufacturing organization. His work and academic background also includes:

• December 2009, Head of Manufacturing/World Class Manufacturing, Chrysler Group LLC
• September 2009, Head of Manufacturing/World Class Manufacturing ad interim
• 2009, Senior Vice President – Purchasing
• 2008, Senior Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer, Chrysler LLC
• 2008, Vice President – Global Alliance Operations
• 2007, Vice President – Supply and Supplier Quality, Chrysler Croup, DaimlerChrysler
• 2003, Vice President – Supplier Quality and Product Team Program Management
• 2001, Enterprise Manager / Plant Manager – Detroit Axle Plant
• 2000, Plant Manager – Jefferson North Assembly Plant
• 1999, Plant Manager – Dayton Thermal Product Plant
• 1998, Manufacturing Manager – Trenton Engine Plant
• 1997, Manufacturing Engineering Manager –Trenton Engine Plant, Chrysler Corporation
• 1996, Manager – Chrysler Operating System Group
• 1991, S.M. Management, MIT Sloan School of Management
• 1986, Manager, Andersen Consulting (now Accenture)
• 1986, Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering, University of Texas
• Master of Business Administration, Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Garberding was born in Oak Park, Illinois. He and his wife, Cristina, have four children.

Previously, he was named Vice President – Design on Sept. 1, 2008. Since first joining the former Chrysler Corporation in 1992 as a designer, Gilles has put his extensive academic background in industrial design and business administration to use, holding various positions within the company, including:

• 2009, President and Chief Executive Officer, Dodge Car Brand, and Senior Vice President – Product Design, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2009, Senior Vice President – Product Design
• 2008, Vice President – Design, Chrysler LLC
• 2006, Vice President – Jeep®/Truck, Color and Trim Studios, and Specialty Vehicles, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 2005, Director – Truck Exterior/Interior Design Studio
• 2001, Director – Design Office, Large Car Studio, Family Vehicles
• 1999, Senior Manager – Design Office, Studio 3
• 1998, Manager – Design Office, Jeep Interiors, Chrysler Corporation
• 1992, Designer – Design Office

Gilles is extremely active inside and outside the company. He serves as the executive sponsor of the Chrysler African American Network (CAAN) in addition to playing a leading role with The Chrysler Global Diversity Council. He also serves on the boards of The Walter P. Chrysler Museum in Auburn Hills, Mich. and The Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital Regional Medical Center in Pontiac, Mich. At his alma mater, The College for Creative Studies (CCS) in Detroit, Gilles serves on The advisory board of The School of Industrial Design and on The CCS Capital Committee.

An avid car enthusiast who enjoys spending time at the track, go-karting and watching Formula 1 auto racing, Gilles has participated in the Targa Newfoundland Rally and the Car and Driver One Lap of America. In addition, he has frequently served as a judge at Pebble Beach, Meadow Brook and Cranbrook Concours events, along with the EyesOn Design car show.

Gilles has earned numerous academic and industry awards, including: The Michigan State University Eli Broad Graduate School of Management Young Alumni Achievement Award, The Automotive Hall of Fame Young Leadership & Excellence Award, NV Magazine Innovation Award, Black Engineer of the Year President’s Award and N’Digo Foundation N’Design Award.

He holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Michigan State University (2002) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in industrial design from CCS (1992).

Gilles was born in New York City.

Gorlier joined the Chrysler Group from Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. and CNH Global N.V., where he previously served as head of the Network and Owned Dealerships organization. His professional background includes:

• 2009, President and Chief Executive Officer – MOPAR Service, Parts and Customer Care, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2009, Senior Vice President – Customer Service, Fiat Group and Senior Vice President – Customer Care, CNH Global N.V.
• 2007, Senior Vice President – Network Development, CNH Global N.V.
• 2006, Senior Vice President – Network & Owned Dealerships, Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A.
• 2003, Director – Customer Satisfaction and Dealer Network, IVECO S.p.A.
• 2001, Commercial Performance Manager
• 2001, Commercial Area Change Platform Manager
• 1999, After Sales – Inventory Planning and Technical Support Manager

Gorlier holds a Master of Economics degree (1989) from the University of Turin in Turin, Italy.

Prior to his current position, Grady held the position of Director - Franchise Planning and Administration, Chrysler LLC.

His work and academic background includes:

• Vice President - Network Development and Fleet, Chrysler Group LLC, June 2009
• Director - Dealer Operations, Chrysler LLC, 2009
• Director - Remarketing and Fleet Operations, DaimlerChrysler, 2005
• Director - Mid-Atlantic Business Center, DaimlerChrysler, 2002
• Director - Great Lakes Business Center, DaimlerChrysler, 2002
• Zone Manager - New York, DaimlerChrysler, 2001
• Zone Manager - Phoenix, DaimlerChrysler, 2000
• President, Chrysler Taiwan, Ltd., 1997
• Assistant Zone Manager - Memphis, Chrysler Corporation, 1994-1997
• Staff positions of increasing responsibility - Chicago Zone, Chrysler Corporation, 1987-1994
• District Sales Manager, American Motors Corporation, 1984
• Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts, Management, Marketing and Finance from John Carroll University, 1981

Previously, Keegan was Vice President – Volume Planning and Sales Operations, Chrysler LLC.

His work experience and academic background include:

• 2009, Senior Vice President – Supply Chain Management, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2007, Vice President – Volume Planning and Sales Operations, Chrysler LLC
• 2006, Director − U.S. and Canada Sales and Marketing Controlling, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 2005, Director – U.S. Sales and Marketing Controlling
• 2002, Senior Manager – Marketing Cost Controlling
• 2000, Senior Manager eBusiness – Strategy and Finance
• 1999, Senior Manager Strategic Planning – Financial Services
• 1998, Senior Manager Post Merger Integration – Financial Services, Chrysler Corporation
• 1996, Sales Operations Manager – Philadelphia Branch
• 1994, Senior Analyst International – Finance Controller’s Office
• 1993, Corporate Financial Analyst – Finance Controller’s Office
• 1992, International Operations – Finance Controller’s Office
• 1991, Corporate Treasury – Finance Treasurer’s Office
• 1990, Sales and Marketing – Finance Controller’s Office
• 1990, Master of Business Administration, Finance, Indiana University
• 1988, Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting, University of Michigan

Keegan was born in Pontiac, Mich.

Previously, Knott served as Head of Vehicle Engineering and Vehicle Line Executive – A/B Segment since June 2009. In that role, he had full responsibility for all current vehicles and execution of future car, minivan, Jeep®, truck and SRT vehicle programs, along with vehicle development analysis and validation.

Prior to that position, Knott held the positions of Vice President – Car/Minivan/SRT Product Team and Vice President – Jeep Product Team for Chrysler LLC. In these positions, Knott oversaw all planning, engineering, development and launch management activities.

Knott joined the former Chrysler Corporation in 1988 as Senior Engineer – Air/Fuel Emission Systems. His professional and academic background also includes:

• 2009, Head of Purchasing, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2009, Head of Purchasing ad interim
• 2009, Head of Vehicle Engineering and Vehicle Line Executive – A/B Segment
• 2008, Vice President – Car/Minivan/SRT Product Team, Chrysler LLC
• 2008, Vice President – Jeep Product Team
• 2007, Vice President – Product Development Core Components Process, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 2006, Vice President – Global Service, Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge Brands
• 2002, Director – Street and Racing Technology (SRT)
• 2002, Director – Material Cost Management
• 2000, Director – Chassis Systems, Small Vehicle Product Team
• 1999, Director – Vehicle Development/Quality/Safety, Small Vehicle Product Team
• 1996, Senior Manager – Jeep Vehicle Development, Chrysler Corporation
• 1993, Manager – Powertrain Product Team Program Management
• 1988, Senior Engineer – Air/Fuel Emission Systems
• 1986, Sales Engineer – Bendix Electronics
• 1983, Engineer – Fuel Systems, American Motors Corporation

Knott was named No. 23 on Motor Trend’s 2006 Power List, which recognized the 50 most influential men and women in the automotive industry.

Knott holds a SCCA license and finished fourth-in-class at the 2005 Targa Newfoundland Tarmac Rally. In addition to racing, he enjoys riding his motorcycle and perfecting wood-working projects. Knott stays active by running, fishing and playing golf often.

He is a member of the board of trustees of New Horizons Rehabilitation Services, Inc., a not-for-profit rehabilitation agency providing quality vocational training and job placement services for people with disabilities.

He holds a Master of Business Administration (2002) and a Bachelor of Science in engineering (1983), both from Michigan State University.

Knott was born in Detroit.

Previously, he held the position of Vice President - Jeep®/Truck Product Team since December 2008. In this position, Kunselman oversaw the development of Jeep vehicles and Dodge trucks, including commercial vehicle applications for the United States and global markets.

Since first joining the former Chrysler Corporation in 1985 as a Product Engineer, he has held many different positions within the company, including:

• 2009, Senior Vice President - Engineering, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2008, Vice President - Jeep and Truck Product Team, Chrysler LLC
• 2008, Vice President – Truck Product Team
• 2007, Vice President – Body-on-Frame Product Team
• 2004, Chief Engineer – Dodge Ram Truck Programs, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 2002, Director – Vehicle Development, Body-on-Frame Product Team
• 2002, Director – Interior, Front-Wheel-Drive Product Team
• 2000, Senior Manager – Vehicle Synthesis, Dodge Ram Truck Programs
• 1997, Senior Manager – Steering/Suspension/Wheels/Tires, Large Car Platform Engineering, Chrysler Corporation
• 1996, Manager – Interior Trim, Large Car Platform Engineering
• 1994, Specialist – Program Management, Large Car Platform Team
• 1991, Senior Engineer – Suspension Systems Engineering, Small Car Platform Team
• 1987, Product Engineer – Transmission and Driveline Engineering
• 1985, Product Engineering – Chrysler Institute of Engineering (CIE)

Kunselman earned a master’s of business administration degree (1993) and a master’s of science degree in mechanical engineering (1987) from the University of Michigan and a bachelor’s of science in mechanical engineering from Carnegie Mellon University (1985).

He has been a member of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) for 25 years and is the Executive Sponsor of the Chrysler Institute of Engineering (CIE) Management Training. His hobbies and interests include numerous outdoor activities including skiing, hiking, biking, off-roading, hunting and fishing.

Kunselman was born in Kittanning, Pa.

Leese joined Chrysler Corporation as a staff attorney in 1979. Practicing law for more than 30 years, her professional background includes:

• 2009, Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2008, Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary, Chrysler LLC
• 1998, Assistant General Counsel & Assistant Secretary, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 1990, Senior Staff Counsel & Assistant Secretary, Chrysler Corporation
• 1982, Senior Staff Counsel - Corporate Affairs
• 1979, Staff Counsel - Corporate & Government Affairs

Leese earned a juris doctor from Union College in New York and a bachelor’s degree in social sciences from State University of New York.

She was born in Albany, N.Y.

Prior to her appointment, Ms. Macaddino was the Vice President – Finance Operations, Chrysler LLC.

Her work and academic background includes:

• Vice President – Audit, Chrysler Group LLC, June 2009
• Vice President – Finance Operations, 2008
• Vice President – Corporate Audit and Compliance, Chrysler LLC, 2007
• Director – Corporate Audit Americas, 2002
• Senior Manager – Manufacturing Financial Reporting and Analysis, DaimlerChrysler, 2001
• Senior Manager – Corporate Audit, Chrysler Corporation, 1997
• Senior Manager – Treasury Pension Fund, Chrysler Canada, 1994
• Treasury, Chrysler Corporation, 1990
• Product Financial Analysis, 1989
• Accounting, 1986
• Audit Supervisor, Coopers & Lybrand, CPAs, 1983
• IMD International Program in Management, Lausanne, Switzerland, 2000
• Master of Science in Finance, Walsh College of Accounting and Business Administration, 1990
• Bachelor of Business Administration, Western Michigan University, 1981

Ms. Macaddino is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants.

Ms. Macaddino was born in Detroit, Michigan.

Previously, Manley was Executive Vice President – International Sales and Global Product Planning Operations since December 2008. In this position, he was responsible for product planning and all sales activities outside North America.

Manley joined DaimlerChrysler in 2000 as Director – Network Development, DaimlerChrysler United Kingdom, Ltd., bringing with him extensive experience in the international automobile business at the distributor level. His professional experience includes:

• 2009, President and Chief Executive Officer – Jeep® Brand and Lead Executive for the International Organization, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2009, President and Chief Executive Officer – Jeep® Brand and Lead Executive for Product Planning,
• 2008, Executive Vice President – International Sales and Global Product Planning Operations, Chrysler LLC
• 2007, Executive Vice President – International Sales, Marketing and Business Development
• 2006, Vice President – Sales Strategy and Dealer Operations, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 2003, Vice President – Dealer Operations
• 2000, Director – Network Development, DaimlerChrysler United Kingdom, Ltd.
• 2000, Operations Director – Mercedes Benz Direct
• 1998, Operations Director – Lex Auto Sales, RAC, Plc., London, England
• 1997, General Manager – Wadham Kenning, Southampton, England
• 1992, Sales and Marketing Manager – Lex Vauxhall, Portsmouth, England
• 1989, Director/General Manager – Olympian Renault, Bournemouth, England
• 1987, Aftersales Manager – Swan National Motors, Aberdeen, England
• 1986, Graduate Management Trainee, Motor Industry Business – Swan National Motors, Aberdeen, England

Manley holds a Master of Business Administration from Ashridge Management College (1998) in Ashridge, England, and a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from Southbank University (1985) in London, England.

Manley was born in Edenbridge, Great Britain.

Palmer joined Chrysler Group LLC from Fiat Group Automobiles, where he held the position of Chief Financial Officer since December 2006.

His professional and academic background includes:

• 2009, Senior Vice President - Chief Financial Officer, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2006, Chief Financial Officer, Fiat Group Automobiles
• 2005, Chief Financial Officer, Iveco
• 2003, Chief Financial Officer, Comau
• 1997, Finance Manager, General Electric Oil & Gas
• Bachelor of Science, University of Warwick (UK)
• Chartered Accountant & Member of ICAEW (UK)

Previous to her current position, Pilarski served as Executive Director - Mergers and Acquisitions, North and South America, Chrysler LLC. In this position, Pilarski was responsible for all aspects of merger, acquisition and divestiture activities affecting North and South America for Chrysler, and formerly DaimlerChrysler, business units.

Pilarski joined Chrysler Corporation in 1985 as a Financial Analyst and has held positions in various functional areas, including Controlling, Treasury and Mergers and Acquisitions.

Her professional background includes:

• 2009, Vice President - Business Development, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2007, Executive Director - Mergers and Acquisitions, North and South America, Chrysler LLC
• 2004, Director - Mergers and Acquisitions, North and South America, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 1998, Senior Manager - Mergers and Acquisitions, North and South America
• 1997, Process Redesign Manager - Finance Management Excellence, Chrysler Corporation
• 1994, Pricing Manager - Sales and Marketing Financial Control
• 1993, Material Economics Specialist - Procurement and Supply Financial Control
• 1991, Profit Forecast Analyst - Corporate Financial Analysis
• 1990, Incentives Analyst - Sales and Marketing Financial Control
• 1989, International Treasury Analyst - Treasurer’s Office
• 1988, Commercial Paper Sales Representative, Chrysler Financial Corporation
• 1985, Budget Analyst - Warren Truck Assembly Plant, Chrysler Corporation

Pilarski earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from Wayne State University (1985) and a master’s of business administration from the University of Michigan (1988). She also participated in Chrysler Corporation’s Advanced Degree Development Program (Finance) in 1988.

She was born in Ferndale, Mich.

Previously, Rae held the position of Senior Vice President – Human Resources and Communications, Chrysler LLC which included responsibility for union relations. Prior to that, she was Senior Vice President – Human Resources, Chrysler Group (Daimler Chrysler).

Rae is also currently responsible for Chrysler Group Employee Relations.

Her work and academic background includes:

• 2009, Senior Vice President – Human Resources, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2007, Senior Vice President – Human Resources and Corporate Communications, Chrysler LLC
• 2007, Senior Vice President – Human Resources, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 2000, Senior Vice President – Human Resources
• 1998, Vice President – Compensation and Benefits, Chrysler Corporation
• 1998, Executive Director – Compensation and Benefits
• 1998, Director – Health Insurance & Disability
• 1996, Director – Group Human Resources – Technical Operations
• 1994, Group Personnel Manager – Chrysler Technology Center
• 1994, Manager – Workforce Diversity and Economic Equity
• 1992, Group Personnel Executive – Procurement & Supply and Product Strategy & Regulatory Affairs
• 1991, Human Resources Executive – Acustar and Procurement & Supply
• 1991, Organization & Management Compensation Planning Executive
• 1988, Compensation Executive – Vehicle Engineering & Design Office
• 1987, Human Resources Development Manager – Corporate Staffs Personnel
• 1986, Compensation Specialist – Corporate Staffs Personnel
• 1981 – 1984, Personnel / Labor Specialist – Service & Parts Personnel
• 1978 – 1979, Personnel Analyst – Warren Truck
• 1999, Managing Global Opportunities, Harvard Business School
• 1981, Master of Arts degree – Industrial Relations, Central Michigan University
• 1978, Bachelor of Science degree – Business Administration in Management, Eastern Michigan University

Rae is co-chair of The Economic Alliance for Michigan and a member of the Inforum Center for Leadership Board of Directors. She is also on the board of trustees of the Chrysler Foundation and board of directors for the Walter P. Chrysler Museum.

Rae was born in Detroit.

Ranieri’s work background includes:

• 2009, Senior Vice President – Communications, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2008, Vice President – International Communications, Fiat Group, and Vice President – Communications, CNH
• 2005, Vice President – Communications, CNH
• 2000, Fiat Team Leader – Communications, General Motors partnership
• 1996, Various Management Positions, Fiat SpA
• 1994, Deputy Chief Editor - “II Mattino” (Naples, Italy)
• 1986, Vice President - Corporate Communications, Fiat USA, Inc.
• 1981, Public Affairs Management – Fiat (London)
• 1976, London Correspondent - RAI (Italian Radio and Television Corporation)
• 1973, Producer and Assistant Editor - Radio and Television, BBC (London)
• 1970, Theater Critic and Editor-at-Large - Rome based “Momento Sera”
• 1967, Florence International Theater Festival

Ranieri was educated in politics and economics at the University of Florence’s “Cesare Alfieri Institute.”

Ranieri is a Rotary International Paul Harris Fellow and has lectured at Harvard Business School, University of Miami, New York University and MIT.

Ranieri was born in Ravenna, Italy.

Sandschafer joined Chrysler Group from CNH America LLC, where he gained extensive experience in information and communication technology, most recently serving as Head of Information Systems – SAP Core Program, Sales, Marketing and eBusiness. He previously worked at Accenture leading numerous global information and communication technology programs with broad global reach.

Sandschafer’s professional experience includes:

• 2009, Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2009, Head of Information Systems – Sales, Marketing and eBusiness, CNH America LLC
• 2007-2009, Head of Information Systems – SAP Core Program

• 1996-2006, Accenture

  • 2002-2006, Senior Manager – Automotive and Industrial Equipment Practice for clients including:

    • 2006, Wolseley – Wholesale Distribution Program
    • 2005, Wabash National – OEM Transformation Program
    • 2004, Nissan – Dealer Aftersales Process Improvement Projects
    • 2002, Mercedes Benz – Service Parts Transformation Program

  • 2000-2002, Manager – Automotive and Industrial Equipment Practice for BP Solar – Enterprise ERP Program

  • 1996-2000, Consultant – Global Business Solutions for clients including:

    • 1998, Komatsu America – Manufacturing Implementation
    • 1996, Accenture Solution Center – ERP Projects

Sandschafer is an automobile enthusiast and loves to spend his free time with his family.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1996) and was born in Effingham, Ill.

Previously, he held the position of Product Planning Lead and Head of Truck/SUV Product Planning since July, 2009. In this position, Veltri was responsible for ensuring continuity across brands for all product requirements, engineering capabilities, business case and voice of the customer development. In addition to all current and future truck and SUV product planning. Veltri was directly responsible for Chrysler Group LLC truck and sport-utility vehicles, including Dodge Dakota, Ram 1500, Ram Heavy Duty 2500/3500, Ram Chassis Cab, Nitro, Sprinter, Jeep® Commander, Grand Cherokee, Liberty, Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited.

Since first joining the former Chrysler Corporation in 1988 as a Financial Analyst, he has held many different positions within the company, including:

• 2009, Vice President – Product Planning, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2009, Product Planning Lead and Head of Truck/SUV Product Planning
• 2008, Director – Body-on-Frame Product Marketing, Chrysler LLC
• 2006, Director – Body-on-Frame Product Marketing, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 2002, Director – Dodge Truck Marketing and Product Planning
• 2002, General Product Manager – Activity Vehicle Operations
• 2001, Senior Manager – Strategic Planning
• 2000, Senior Manager – Strategy Development
• 1999, Senior Manager – Long-range Product Planning
• 1996, Program Planning Executive – Small Car, Chrysler Corporation
• 1994, Director – Fixed Value Asset Management
• 1993, Assistant Treasurer, Chrysler Credit Canada, Manager Treasury and Risk Analysis, Chrysler Financial
• 1991, Manager – Retail Lease Asset Management, Chrysler Corporation
• 1988, Specialist – Financial Analyst
• 1980, Senior Manager – Audit, KPMG

Veltri earned a master’s degree in Business Management from Eastern Michigan University (1991) and a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Michigan State University (1980). Veltri is a Certified Public Accountant and enjoys golf and running in his spare time.

Veltri was born in Detroit, Mich.

In his previous position, Williams was Head of Innovation and Pre-program Concepts. In this position, he was responsible for advance engineering, innovation, features planning, Global Electric Motors (GEM), design for six sigma and cost and methods planning.

Since joining Chrysler Corporation in 1990 as a Product Design & Development Engineer, Williams has made use of his experience in safety systems and overall vehicle development. Significant elements of his professional background include:

• 2010, Head of Advance Engineering, Planning and Regulatory Affairs, Chrysler Group LLC
• 2009, Head of Systems Innovation and Pre-program Concepts
• 2008, Director – Engineering Quality, Chrysler LLC
• 2005, Senior Manager – Vehicle Development and Synthesis, Chrysler Group, DaimlerChrysler
• 2000, Senior Manager – Chrysler Group Safety Investigations and Recall Administration
• 1998, Manager – Interior Engineering
• 1994, Supervisor – Steering Controls and Passive Restraints, Chrysler Corporation
• 1990, Product Design & Development Engineer

Williams is responsible for two U.S. patents in automotive engineering. A true car guy, Williams takes vehicle restoration and classic cars very seriously. He spends free time with family and enjoys outdoor activities.

Williams holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Wayne State University (1996) and a master’s degree in business administration from Wayne State University (1992). His studies began with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Michigan Technological University (1986).

Williams was born in Jackson, Mich.