Hyoung-Keun (Hank) Lee was promoted to Vice Chairman and CEO of Kia Motors Corporation in September 2010 from his previous position as President in charge of the company’s overseas business operations which he had held since August 2009. In his current role, Mr. Lee is the highest ranking Kia Motors global executive and oversees the company’s global business activities including sales, marketing and after sales service; corporate planning and production ; as well as labour-management relations.

Car maker implements energy management standard. Bentley, one of the most famous automotive marques, combines fine craftsmanship with engineering expertise and cutting-edge technology to create some of the world’s finest motorcars. However, the company’s pursuit of excellence does not stop with the turn of the ignition key. Energy management is a fundamental area of focus and Bentley Motors has now become the first United Kingdom automotive plant to implement and certify to ISO 50001:2011 Energy management systems – Requirements with guidance for use.

Tom Purves is the Chief Executive Officer of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, a position he has held since July 2008. He has spent his whole working life in the automotive industry, beginning with Rolls-Royce as an apprentice engineer at Crewe, United Kingdom, in 1967. His role with the company evolved to include several management positions in various fields including sales in Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Prior to his appointment as CEO of Rolls-Royce, Mr. Purves was Chairman and CEO of BMW (US) Holding Corp., and President of BMW of North America, LLC. He is married with two children and in his free time enjoys golf, music and motorcycling.