Infiniti Motor Company, Ltd. today announced a leadership change at Infiniti Americas aimed at growing the brand’s presence in the U.S.
Randy Parker is appointed Vice President, Infiniti Americas, effective immediately. He succeeds Michael Bartsch who will leave the company to pursue other interests.
Most recently, Parker, 48, was Vice President, Nissan West Region, Nissan North America, Inc.
“Randy has been a key contributor to the growth of Nissan in the United States,” said José Muñoz, chairman, Management Committee, Nissan North America and executive vice president, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. “He has overseen strong growth for the Nissan brand in our western region, and we look forward to the skills that he will bring to Infiniti.”
“It is our pleasure to welcome Randy Parker to Infiniti,” said Roland Krueger, president of Infiniti Motor Co., Ltd. “Randy will be responsible for accelerating Infiniti’s progress in our largest worldwide market and driving our brand transformation as we execute an expanded product portfolio of premium luxury products.”
Most recently, Parker was responsible for regional marketing, distribution, dealer network development and financial controls for Nissan’s largest U.S. regional operation.
Previous to his Nissan experience, Parker held management positions with General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC) and General Motors in sales, service and marketing and holds a bachelor’s degree from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas.
Parker will report directly to Roland Krueger in close coordination with José Muñoz. He will be located at Infiniti Americas headquarters in Franklin, Tenn.
