Delphi has a new CEO: Richard Dauch

Coming from a long experience in the industry: Richard Dauch

Richard Dauch is the new number one of Delphi Technologies, the technology company providing combustion systems, electrification products, software and controls. Effective since January 7, 2019. Dauch will also join the company’s board of directors. He succeeds Hari Nair who has been serving as interim Ceo since October 5, 2018.

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Timothy Manganello, non-executive chairman of Delphi’s board of directors, said: «We are pleased to announce Rick Dauch’s appointment as Ceo. He is a strong executive with more than 25 years of industry experience including 10 years serving in Ceo roles with private and publicly traded companies. Rick’s deep industry expertise, leadership qualities and track record of driving operational excellence and profitable growth make him an outstanding choice to lead Delphi Technologies during a time of dynamic industry change. The board would also like to thank our fellow board member Hari Nair for his leadership as interim Ceo while we conducted the search for a permanent Ceo».

Since February 2011, Dauch served as the president and chief executive officer of Accuride Corporation, an important supplier of wheel end systems to the global commercial vehicle industry.

Previously, he was president and chief executive officer of Acument Global Technologies, the fastening solutions provider to the aerospace, automotive, heavy-duty truck, industrial, and non-automotive transportation markets. He joined Acument following a 13-year career with American Axle and Manufacturing, where he last served as executive vice president of worldwide manufacturing for the automotive supplier of driveline, drivetrain and chassis systems.

Few words from the new Ceo

The new face of Delphi Technologies began this new adventure by saying: «This is an exciting time to be a part of and lead the Delphi Technologies team as we continue to supply our global customer base with an industry-leading portfolio of internal combustion engine, hybrid and electric propulsion solutions. I look forward to our global team creating even greater long-term value for our customers and shareholders as we complete our full transition to a stand-alone company and continue to advance our technology leadership position. With the support of our experienced board of directors and working with our leadership team, we will continue to drive execution on consistent strategies for long-term profitable growth».

Richard Dauch began his career with United Technologies. He previously served as an officer in the U.S. Army for seven years after earning a bachelor’s degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point. He holds master’s degrees in management and engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.