FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Genesis is proud to announce its North American chief operating officer, Claudia Marquez, was named one of Latin America’s 500 Most Influential People in 2023 by Bloomberg Línea.
With 282 new additions, Bloomberg Línea presented its third edition of the 500 Most Influential People of Latin American 2023. Each individual was carefully selected by the editorial committee after an extensive analysis of 20 different markets. These chosen individuals are leaders in various sectors and have navigated a complex economic landscape traditionally characterized by high-interest rates and uncertainty.
Additionally, the list recognizes Latin American figures who wield significant influence—not only within the region, but on a global scale—in fields ranging from finance and the arts to science and sports.
“Claudia is one of the most influential executives in the automotive industry and I am pleased that she has received this recognition from Bloomberg Línea,” said José Muñoz, president & global COO of Hyundai Motor Company, and president & CEO of Genesis Motor North America. “Claudia is a true leader who has delivered tremendous results since joining Genesis two years ago. We are so pleased to have her making an impact and driving growth for the brand.”
Marquez has more than 25 years of experience in the automotive industry. Previously, she served as CEO of Hyundai Motor Mexico. Prior to joining Hyundai, Marquez held leadership positions at both Nissan Motor Company and BMW Group.
Since Marquez joined Genesis, the company has experienced tremendous growth. It continues to set U.S. sales records in 2023, having surpassed 50,000 vehicles sold in the first three quarters. The brand also recently surpassed one million global vehicle sales. Under Marquez’s leadership, Genesis has also strengthened its U.S. retail network, opening its first nine standalone facilities, with more than 100 others in various phases of development.
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At Genesis, we put the customer at the center of every decision we make. Genesis is a global automotive brand that delivers the highest standards of performance, design, safety, and innovation while looking towards a more sustainable future. Genesis designs customer experiences that go beyond products, embodying audacious, forward-thinking, and distinctly Korean characteristics within its unique Athletic Elegance design identity. With a growing range of award-winning models — including G70, G80, and G90 sedans, along with GV60, GV70, and GV80 SUVs — Genesis aims to lead the age of electrification, starting with its Electrified G80, GV60, and Electrified GV70 models. Genesis has stated its commitment to becoming an all-electric vehicle brand by 2030 and to pursuing carbon neutrality by 2035.
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