This Interview features Lourdes Quijas. Ms. Quijas currently is an independent consultant in Human Resources Strategies, Leadership and Management. She has more than 25 years of experience in Human Resources within the Mexico automotive industry, and was the Director of Human Resources in operations of 2 major automotive companies, GM and BMW in Mexico. She has been a member of launch teams for 3 new manufacturing plants in Mexico (1993 GM Silao, 2006 GM San Luis Potosí and 2015 BMW San Luis Potosí) leading the development and execution of HR strategies.

This Interview features Bill Russo. Mr. Russo is the Founder and CEO of Shanghai-based Automobility Limited, a strategy and investment advisory firm helping clients to create the future of mobility. His over 35 years of experience includes 16 years as an automotive executive, including 17 years of experience in China and Asia. He has also worked nearly 12 years in the electronics and information technology industries. Bill is also currently serving as the Chair of the Automotive Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai.

This Interview features Alejandra Maldonado. Ms. Maldonado is a Project Administrator at Intermex, one of the leading Industrial Real Estate developers and Administrative Services for Maquiladoras. Alejandra has facilitated the soft-landing experience for many foreign companies stablishing operations in Mexico. She represents Intermex at the Mexican Manufacturing Association & Shelter Committee, as well as Chihuahua’s aerospace cluster.