Lear Appoints Former President GM China Julian Blissett to Board of Directors

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Lear (NYSE: LEA) has appointed Julian Blissett, former Executive Vice President and President of GM China, to its Board of Directors. Blissett brings extensive global experience, including two decades of work in China, following a 28-year career at General Motors where he led significant growth in Chinese operations.

During his tenure at GM, Blissett progressed from an engineering role through various positions in operations, new business development, and executive leadership, with international assignments in the United Kingdom, Japan, and Poland. The appointment aims to contribute to Lear's continued growth and success in the automotive technology sector, where the company specializes in Seating and E-Systems.

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• Addition of board member with extensive China market experience
• Strategic appointment bringing 28 years of automotive industry expertise
• Enhanced leadership expertise in operations and new business development

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SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 18, 2025  /PRNewswire/ -- Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, today announced that Julian Blissett, former Executive Vice President and President General Motors (GM) China, has been appointed to the Company's Board of Directors.

"Julian's extensive global experience, including two decades working in China, allows him to bring valuable strategic and operational insights to Lear," said Greg Smith, Lear's Non-Executive Chair of its Board of Directors. "We are pleased to welcome Julian to the Lear team, where he will contribute to Lear's continued growth and success."

Mr. Blissett recently retired from GM following a distinguished 28-year career with the automaker. Most recently, he led GM's operations in China through a period of significant growth. He began his career with GM as an engineer and advanced through various roles in operations, new business development and executive leadership. His international experiences also include assignments in the United Kingdom, Japan, and Poland.

"Lear's reputation for operational excellence and its forward-looking strategy set it apart in the automotive industry," said Mr. Blissett. "I am confident in Lear's future and look forward to serving on the Board to help drive shareholder value."

About Lear Corporation 

Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Lear's diverse team of talented employees in 37 countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. Lear is Making every drive better™ by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys. Lear, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, serves every major automaker in the world and ranks 174 on the Fortune 500. Further information about Lear is available at lear.com.

 

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FAQ

Who is Julian Blissett and what role did he take at Lear (LEA)?

Julian Blissett, former Executive Vice President and President of GM China, has been appointed to Lear 's Board of Directors in February 2025.

What experience does Julian Blissett bring to Lear's (LEA) board?

Blissett brings 28 years of GM experience, including two decades in China, with expertise in operations, new business development, and executive leadership, plus international experience in the UK, Japan, and Poland.

How long did Julian Blissett work at GM before joining Lear's (LEA) board?

Julian Blissett worked at GM for 28 years before retiring and joining Lear's board.

What markets did Julian Blissett work in before joining Lear (LEA)?

Before joining Lear's board, Blissett worked in China, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Poland during his career at GM.