General Motors says Global Product Development leader Doug Parks to retire

General Motors announced it is making several changes to its product development team and creating a new role to oversee its global regions. “These moves will streamline the organization, allow for faster implementation of new vehicle and technology programs, and accelerate the company’s go-to-market strategies. This realignment is driven by the retirement of Doug Parks, GM executive vice president of Global Product Development, Purchasing and Supply Chain, after a nearly 40-year career at the company,” GM stated. Ken Morris, currently vice president, Global Vehicle and Propulsion teams, will be promoted to senior vice president, Product Programs, Product Safety and Motorsports. Josh Tavel, currently global vice president of Customer Care and Aftersales, will be promoted to senior vice president of Energy Storage and Propulsion, R&D, and Manufacturing Engineering. GM also announced leadership changes to increase collaboration across its global markets. “We’ve spent years preparing GM to transition to an all-electric future, and Doug’s leadership has been pivotal. We are grateful for his many contributions to GM’s success. The changes we are announcing today will continue to drive technical excellence and deliver groundbreaking vehicles to our customers around the world,” said GM Chair and CEO Mary Barra.