Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc.

12/12/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/12/2024 09:24

Toyota Connected North America Announces Executive Leadership Updates

New executive appointments strengthen company's role as premier software developer

PLANO, Texas (Dec. 12, 2024) - Toyota Connected North America (TCNA) announces executive leadership appointments to further establish the data software hub as an innovator for Toyota. Known for the ground-up development and operations of Toyota Motor North America's (TMNA) in-house telematics service provider, TCNA collaborates with TMNA and other global Toyota companies to provide millions of customers data-driven services that enhance the Toyota and Lexus driving experience.

The following changes are effective immediately, unless otherwise noted.

Brian Kursar, chief technology officer, will leave TCNA at the end of year to transition into a new role as TMNA group vice president and head of AI, leading North American AI strategy. Kursar will also assume a leadership role at Toyota Research Institute (TRI) to support Toyota's Global AI Accelerator (GAIA) program.

James George, chief operating officer, is appointed to the role of executive vice president and deputy chief executive officer, TCNA, reporting to Christopher Yang, TCNA president and chief executive officer. George remains on TCNA's Board of Directors and maintains his current responsibilities at TMNA as general manager of EV Charging Solutions.

Mark McClung, deputy chief operating officer is appointed to the role of chief operating officer, TCNA. McClung will report to George and lead Business Operations and People Operations.

Dave Tsai, vice president of Engineering, TCNA and vice president of Enterprise AI, TMNA, assumes the role of chief technology officer for TCNA, reporting to George. Tsai is also named as member of the TCNA Board of Directors. Tsai succeeds Kursar.

About Toyota Connected, Inc.
Based in Plano, Texas, Toyota Connected North America (TCNA) was established in 2016 to contribute toward Toyota's global vision for an intelligent mobile society. TCNA is an independent Toyota company that serves as a software and innovation hub, leveraging big data from vehicles to humanize the driving experience and provide customers secure, seamless and contextual services. Comprised primarily of software engineers and data scientists, TCNA serves as a center of excellence for connected services that elevate the customer experience as well as benefitting dealers, distributors and partners. At the heart of TCNA is Toyota's belief in human-centered mobility and a fundamental commitment to personal privacy. Learn more at toyotaconnected.com.

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