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Two Honda Leaders Named 2024 Rising Stars by Automotive News

September 23, 2024

Automotive News today recognized Honda associates Jessika Laudermilk and Tim Leopold as Rising Stars in the U.S. automotive industry. Laudermilk was acknowledged for her role in directing marketing operations for both the Honda and Acura brands while Leopold was recognized for his role leading the transition to battery electric vehicle (EV) production at Honda.

In June 2024, Laudermilk assumed a new role as assistant vice president of Honda National Sales. She is the company’s youngest-ever executive to lead U.S. sales activities for the Honda automobile brand and the first woman to serve in this position.

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