Ford Announces Government Affairs Personnel Change

Ziad Ojakli, Ford group vice president for government and community relations has elected to leave the company
His work to establish Ford as a trusted source to governments around the world and his support of the company’s global community efforts will continue to serve the company in the future
For the immediate future, the work will continue under the leadership of Stephen Biegun. Ojakli’s permanent replacement will be the subject of a future announcement.

DEARBORN, Mich., June 28, 2018 – Ford Motor Company today announces that Ziad “Z” Ojakli, group vice president, government and community relations, has elected to leave the company effective July 15.

Since joining the company in 2004, Ojakli has overseen Ford’s global government affairs and its philanthropic arm, the Ford Motor Company Fund.

“Z has been a valuable member of the Ford team for nearly 15 years,” said Executive Chairman Bill Ford. “During this time, he has been instrumental in driving global policy outcomes and leading philanthropic programs that support Ford’s vision for growth and a better world.”

For the immediate future, the work of government and community will continue under the leadership of Stephen Biegun. Ojakli’s permanent replacement will be the subject of a future announcement.

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for customers and deepen their loyalty. Ford develops and delivers innovative, must-have Ford trucks, sport utility vehicles, commercial vans and cars and Lincoln luxury vehicles, along with connected services. The company does that through three customer-centered business segments: Ford Blue, engineering iconic gas-powered and hybrid vehicles; Ford Model e, inventing breakthrough EVs along with embedded software that defines exceptional digital experiences for all customers; and Ford Pro, helping commercial customers transform and expand their businesses with vehicles and services tailored to their needs. Additionally, Ford provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 177,000 people worldwide. More information about the company and its products and services is available at corporate.ford.com.

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