NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nissan is strengthening its Research & Development organization, Nissan Technical Center North America (NTCNA), with several key executive appointments. NTCNA plays a critical role in shaping Nissan's future in the Americas. By enhancing technical capabilities, empowering local talent, and elevating strategic roles, the company is reinforcing its ability to innovate and execute. These leadership changes further advance and support Nissan's focus on these priorities.
Kiichi Namba and Kenichi Egawa, vice presidents, NTCNA, will return to Japan (NML). Their responsibilities will be shared across the three vice presidents named below.
John Schnoes is appointed vice president, Connected Car Services, Electrical, Digital Transformation, Engineering & R&D Strategic Planning, NTCNA.
Paul Peruski is appointed vice president, Project Management, Test & Quality Engineering, NTCNA.
Tomoyuki Hanyu is appointed vice president, Platform & Technology Engineering, NTCNA.
All appointments are effective April 1. They will report to Chris Reed, senior vice president, Research and Development, Nissan Americas, and be located in Farmington Hills.
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