Ford's Ecoboost Engineer, Asia Manufacturing VP to Retire

Ford Motor Company on Thursday announced the retirements of three long-serving global executives - Bill Russo, vice president, manufacturing, Ford of Asia Pacific; Kenneth R. Kent, vice president, and treasurer; and Joe Bakaj, vice president, product development, Ford of Europe - effective at the end of the year.
“All three of these leaders have given decades of distinguished service to Ford around the world,” Jim Hackett, Ford president, and CEO said in a statement. “Each has brought unique perspectives, deep expertise, and integrity in helping Ford grow and prosper over many years. We are grateful for their service and wish them the best in the future.”