In this GlobalAutoIndustry.com Audio Interview "Mexico Auto Sales & Production: Winners and Losers" Ron Hesse speaks with Thomas Karig. Thomas is a speaker and independent consultant on automotive industry and foreign trade issues, as well as on Governance/ESG system implementation. He teaches Corporate Governance & Integrity at the IESDE School of Management in Puebla, Mexico. Previously he worked for Volkswagen de Mexico in several management positions for 37 years. Most recently, as VP of Corporate Relations and the Compliance Officer. He was a member of the Board of Directors of the Mexican Association of the Automotive Industry, the Association of Mexican Truck Manufacturers, as well as the Mexican-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce, the last three years serving as Chairman. Thomas sits on the Board of Directors of companies in the auto parts and real estate sectors.
In this GlobalAutoIndustry.com Audio Interview "China’s Automotive Industry: 2023 Review and 2024 Outlook" Ron Hesse speaks with Bill Russo. Mr. Russo is the Shanghai-based Founder and CEO of Automobility Limited, a strategy and investment advisory firm helping its clients to create the future of mobility. His over 40 years of experience includes 16 years as an automotive executive, including 19 years of experience in China and Asia. He has also worked nearly 12 years in the electronics and information technology industries. He has worked as an advisor and consultant for numerous multinational and local Chinese firms in the formulation and implementation of their global market and product strategies. Bill is also currently serving as the Chair of the Automotive Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai.