Executive leader of the software, hardware, systems and test teams that designed, developed, launched and maintained Ford Infotainment and Connected Vehicle technologies for customers in more than 180 global markets.Built a “software start-up” inside of Ford Motor Company growing the team from zero to more than 1000 global (9 countries) employees. Led the team that conceived, designed and launched the first Ford SYNC Infotainment product which ushered in the dawn of the software defined vehicle.Significant Ford and Industry Accomplishments: First software-updatable infotainment system built on a multi-purpose computing platform; First wide-scale deployment of connectivity technology into “everyday” vehicles; First automaker at the Consumer Electronics Show

Led multiple teams of electrical, software and systems engineers that designed, developed and launched end-to-end electrical systems for Ford SUV and Truck Programs. Responsibilities included vehicle architecture, hardware/software partitioning, wiring design, system integration and test, and manufacturing launch.Significant Ford and Industry Accomplishments: First modern electrical architecture (electronics integration, software and computer networking) for Ford Trucks; First Tire Pressure Monitoring System; First high-volume non-luxury Navigation System

One of the first software trained engineers hired by Ford; Led multiple product programs applying electronics and software controls for automotive Convenience and Security Systems; Built Ford’s first non-Powertrain software engineering team from scratchSignificant Ford and Industry Accomplishments: First software-controlled integrated electronics for convenience and security systems; First in-vehicle computer network; First software based self-diagnostic systems