Johnson Controls Unveils New Image
Johnson Controls is rolling out a new logo, corporate slogan and advertising campaign designed to more effectively communicate its vision and better align its image and marketing efforts with the company’s current strategic direction.
Johnson Controls Elects Stephen Roell Chief Executive Officer; John Barth to Retire After 38 Years of Service
MILWAUKEE, WI — Johnson Controls, Inc. has announced that Stephen Roell, executive vice president and vice chairman, has been elected chief executive officer effective Oct.1, 2007. He was also elected chairman of Johnson Controls’ board of directors effective Jan. 1, 2008. Roell, a 25-year veteran of the company, will succeed John Barth, who will retire
DURA Automotive Files Chapter 11 for U.S. and Canadian Operations
DURA Automotive Systems, as well as its U.S. and Canadian subsidiaries, have filed for protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. DURA’s European and other operations outside of the U.S. and Canada, accounting for approximately 51 percent of DURA’s revenue, are not part of the filing.
Leadership’s Role: Define and Communicate the Three Clarities
The following article is part one of a three-part series by special guest contributor Chuck Udell, a senior partner at Essential Action Design Group. The article, inspired by a popular presentation Udell has given to numerous aftermarket professionals, addresses the importance of building a sense of ownership among all employees from top brass to floor staff. As we witness dramatic changes in the North American aftermarket, a sense of ownership and loyalty among all employees may play a critical role in the future success of our industry, says Udell.
Alcoa Named One of the Most Sustainable Corporations in the World for Second Straight Year
Alcoa has been named one of the most sustainable corporations in the world again in recognition of its superior performance and strategic ability to manage its environmental, social and economic impact across the board. This is the second straight year that Alcoa has made the list, which was announced today at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Ford Aims to Reinvent Detroit
Ford Motor Co.’s so-called innovation revolution revolves around a top-secret project aimed at building a recyclable car. The report comes amid reports the automaker is also poised to make substantial cuts in its labor force.
Alcoa Employees Selected as Earthwatch Fellows
Fifteen employees of Pittsburgh based steelmaker Alcoa have been selected as Earthwatch Institute fellows and will participate in scientific research expeditions around the world as part of the company’s overall conservation and sustainability efforts
Alcoa Employees Selected as Earthwatch Fellows
Fifteen employees of Pittsburgh based steelmaker Alcoa have been selected as Earthwatch Institute fellows and will participate in scientific research expeditions around the world as part of the company’s overall conservation and sustainability efforts.
Executive Interview with Frank Pagano, CEO of Coni-Seal
Our latest Executive Interview features Frank Pagano, CEO of Lakewood, NJ-based Coni-Seal, Inc. Recently, as part of an investment group, Pagano acquired the assets two aftermarket businesses including Qualitee International. Pagano recently took some time to give aftermarketNews.com a breakdown of these new businesses and where they are headed.