General Motors has announced that Vice Chairman and Chief Financial Officer Chris Liddell will be leaving the company, effective April 1. Liddell played an integral part in GM’s recent initial public offering.
“Chris was a major contributor during a pivotal time in the company’s history,” said Dan Akerson, GM chairman and CEO. “He guided the company’s IPO process and established a good financial foundation for the future.”
Liddell, 52, joined GM in January 2010 and led the company’s financial and accounting operations on a global basis.
Dan Ammann, GM’s current vice president, finance and treasurer, will fill the position voided by Liddell. Ammann, 38, will officially take over the position on April 1.
“Dan’s depth of knowledge of the financial community and our business will be instrumental as we continue to earn the trust of global investors and customers,” said Akerson. “He is held in high regard on Wall Street and within the company and, as we move our financial strategy forward, his credibility and leadership will be invaluable.”
Ammann joined GM in March of 2010.
