Bill Ford
Executive Chairman | Ford Motor Company Transformation
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Bill Ford is the Executive Chairman of Ford Motor Company, leading the iconic automaker's transition to a future of electric and autonomous vehicles. As the great-grandson of Henry Ford, he has deep roots in the industry and a unique perspective on the company's 115-year history.
Ford has served as CEO, navigated Ford through economic crises, and now oversees the company's shift towards new mobility solutions and sustainability. His keynotes provide an insider's view on transforming a legacy brand for the 21st century automotive landscape.
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A future beyond traffic gridlock
Bill Ford is a car guy -- his great-grandfather was Henry Ford, and he grew up inside the massive Ford Motor Co. So when he worries about cars' impact on the environment, and about our growing global gridlock problem, it's worth a listen. His vision for the future of mobility includes "smart roads," even smarter public transport and going green like never before.
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