James O'Sullivan is 2009 Automotive Executive of the Year Nominee

As president and CEO for Mazda North American Operations and executive officer, Mazda Motor Corporation, James O'Sullivan embodies excellence in automotive leadership and will receive the 2009 Automotive Executive of the Year award at an invitation-only luncheon held at the historic Detroit Athletic Club on May 6th.
Honoring a Great Leader in a Challenging Time

"We are proud to present the 2009 Automotive Executive of the Year award to Mazda's James O'Sullivan in recognition of his innovation, market expertise and dynamic leadership," said Robert Djurovic, DNV's director of automotive services—North America, and executive director of the Automotive Executive of the Year award program.
O'Sullivan has been admired by colleagues, competitors, and suppliers for his ability to post positive sales performances under challenging conditions. He truly exemplifies the tenacity required by today’s greatest automotive leaders.

Since 1964, the Automotive Executive of the Year award has been the industry's most prestigious and historic recognition of automotive leadership. This year, James O'Sullivan joins an impressive list of award recipients including Carroll Shelby, Jim Press, Bill Ford, Rick Wagoner, Jac Nasser, Lee Iacocca and Henry Ford II, to name a few.Click to Download the 2009 AEOY Media Kit

 Bob Djruovic Automotive Executive of the Year Award Director "Each year, this award ceremony brings together the industry's greatest executives in one room to reflect on its strengths and challenges," Djurovic continues. "Within an atmosphere of mutual respect and support, each of the 225 industry leaders celebrates a shared commitment to excellence with their automotive industry. This year's event offers a valuable opportunity to hear a truly great leader offer insight on our industry's current challenges and a vision for the future."
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