Kazem Steps Down as President of Korea GM... "Appointed Vice President of China SAIC-GM"

Term in Korea until May... Successor Undecided
Appointed in September 2017, Serving Over 5 Years

Kaher Kazem, President of GM Korea
Photo by GM Korea

[Asia Economy Reporter Yoo Hyun-seok] Kaher Kazem, President of Korea GM, is stepping down from his position after more than five years of service. His successor has not yet been decided.

General Motors (GM) announced on the 2nd that Kaher Kazem, President and CEO of Korea GM, will be appointed as Executive Vice President of SAIC-GM in China, effective June 1.

SAIC-GM is a joint venture established with a 50-50 stake between GM and SAIC Motor. It has four production bases in China and produces and sells a total of 30 vehicle lineups under the Buick, Chevrolet, and Cadillac brands.

President Kazem took office as President of Korea GM in September 2017. During his nearly five-year tenure, he led the significant task of transforming GM’s Korean operations into a profitable and sustainable business.

Steve Kiefer, President of GM Overseas Operations, said, “President Kazem took office during a difficult period for Korea GM and has excellently led the Korean team to transform the company into a business with a sustainable future. We hope he continues his success in his new role in China.”

President Kazem will assume his new role in China starting June 1. The successor for Korea GM President will be appointed later.

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