Byron Foster will become CEO of Dana Incorporated effective July 1. R. Bruce McDonald, who has served as chairman and CEO since 2024, will continue as chairman of the board.
"Byron is an exceptional leader with a deep understsanding of our business, our customers and the opportunities ahead. He has been a driving force behind Dana's transformation, playing a pivotal role in elevating our operations and delivering stronger results across the organization," McDonald says. "His commercial, operational and strategic expertise make him the ideal person to guide Dana through its next chapter of growth."
Foster is senior vice president and president of light vehicle systems, Dana's largest unit. He joined the company in 2021, having previously served in executive roles at Johnson Controls and Adient plc. He also serves on the board of directors at Wabtec Corporation. Foster is a graduate of the University of Michigan and Northwestern University.
"I am honored by the trust the board has placed in me and grateful for Bruce's leadership and support during this transition," Foster says. "Dana has a powerful legacy of engineering excellence and a talented global team committed to delivering value to our customers across the light vehicle and commercial vehicle markets. I look forward to building on this strong foundation as we continue to innovate, grow and position Dana for long-term success."
