Mike Alcala
Chris Eisenhart
GNS North America, a full-service Tier 1 automotive supplier of primarily hot stamped components and assemblies, announced that Mike Alcala has transitioned from the CEO position to the role of Vice Chairman Board of Directors and has also been given the honorary title of Chief Executive Officer Emeritus. GNS NA also announced that Chris Eisenhart has been promoted from COO to CEO.
In his new role, Alcala will oversee the C-suite leadership team executives; business planning processes; market and customer strategy; and leadership development. Under his direction, Alcala led the design and implementation of the restructuring of GNS NA in 2020, implementing a business operating model, financial reporting approach and performance-oriented culture that transformed the company. As a result, GNS NA has continued to make consistent and sustainable improvements, earned industry recognition with GNS NA customers and is growing with existing and new customers.
Eisenhart played an instrumental leadership role in improving operations and in the development and enhancement of business processes. He has also worked to further develop the organization, resulting in sustainable performance at all levels. This role completes the transition that started one year ago.
"Under Mike's direction, GNS NA has greatly strengthened its leadership position in the automotive industry," said M.G. Kong, Chairman, Board of Directors. "We are pleased that his guidance will continue in his new role for the years to come."
"GNS will continue to operate with a consistent leadership team, successful business model, focus on people and serving our customers," said Alcala. "Chris Eisenhart has demonstrated excellent performance, and I congratulate him on his promotion to CEO."
GNS North America has been recognized as General Motors "Supplier of the Year" for the past three years. The company has also earned recognition as one of the "Brightest Companies to Work For" in Western Michigan for the past 10 years, and in Metro Detroit for the third year in a row.
For more information contact:
GNS North America
13341 Quincy St.
Holland, MI 49424
616-796-0433
sales@gnsauto.com
www.gnsauto.com