Who's Shifting gears

Christopher Perry, Vice President of Marketing, Chevrolet - 08/30/2010


To: Chevrolet, Vice President of Marketing
From: Hyundai Motor America, Vice President of Marketing
Significance:Christopher J. Perry has been named Vice President of Marketing at Chevrolet. He joins the brand from Hyundai Motor America, where he was Vice President of Marketing. Perry joined Hyundai in 2000 as the head of brand planning. While at Hyundai, he progressed through a variety of brand, marketing and advertising positions.
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Best in Their Class

Ramon Alvarez , Board Member, ZAP - 08/09/2010

Mr. Ramon Alvarez, owner of Alvarez Lincoln Mercury Jaguar and Alvarez ZAP dealerships in Riverside, California, has joined industry pioneer ZAP's advisory board. Commenting on the appointment, Steven Schneider, ZAP CEO said, "Mr. Alvarez has a wealth of automotive experience and will bring a fresh and welcomed perspective to our growing business in US and international markets. His creativity and market knowledge have enabled him to take a fresh approach to the car business and stands as a model for all new car dealers." Alvarez officially has just opened his new ZAP dealership in Riverside.

Looking for Legends

Jim Rallo, , Retired - 04/20/2009

Jim Rallo has retired from PHH Arval after 38 years with the company and many outstanding contributions to the fleet management industry. Rallo joined PHH in 1970. During his career, he held increasingly responsible positions and was eventually promoted to SVP of Sales & Client Relations. For the past 11 years, he served as VP of Strategic Partnerships, where he developed and maintained the company's relationships with domestic and import vehicle manufacturers and expanded PHH Arvals global reach to Japan and Africa through affiliations and partnerships.

Rallo was a leading industry spokesman in the area of clean air legislation, testifying on behalf of the fleet industry before a number of state, congressional, and federal agencies regarding the Clean Air Act and Energy Policy Act (EPACT).