Vice President - GM Global Lead @ •Responsible for all global sales activity for General Motors with sales amounts of $1.4 billion in 2014. •Created global GM customer strategy to achieve $2 billion in 2018. •Responsible for global product strategies for all business groups (Thermal, Powertrain, Electrical, and Electronics) •Leader for all DENSO Powertrain components sales strategy for North America (all customer groups). •Representative of DENSO on GM supplier council. •Managed sales group of 30 direct associates and 20 indirect associates. •Managed relationship with GM Ambassador for all global issues. From January 2011 to Present (5 years) Director of Sales @ •Main interface with General Motor’s top management for all commercial and management issues. •Main products included in four main divisions: oThermal – HVAC, PTC, Compressor, and all other system components. oElectronics –Navigation, Cluster, BCM, Relays, Flashers, Horn, and Safety components. oElectrical – Alternator, Starter, and Hybrid components. oPowertrain – Oxygen Sensors, Spark Plug, Ignition Coil, Direct Injection System, Fuel Pump Modules, Air Induction Systems, and Diesel Systems. •Responsible for profitability of all products/programs for General Motors in North America. •Coordinated all DENSO global regions supporting General Motors business; China, Germany, Australia, Korea, Brazil, and Italy. •Instituted expatriate assignments in Japan, China, and Germany to support GM business. From June 2003 to January 2011 (7 years 8 months) Sales Manager/Sr Manager @ •Responsible for all Electronics and Electrical sales activity for the General Motors and affiliates accounts with sales amounts over $100 million in 2000. •Main products included: Alternators, Starters, Electronic Modules, Safety, Clusters, and Navigation. •Penetrated DENSO’s first sales of Wiper systems, Alternators, Starters, and Fuel Pump to GM. •Created product strategies and sales forecasts. From June 1998 to June 2003 (5 years 1 month) Account Manager - Braking Division @ •Responsible for all sales activity for the braking accounts with sales over $20 million in 1998. •Main products included: Diaphragms, grommets, O-rings, Poppets, and Brake Hose. •Active in Kaizen and Lean manufacturing processes (GROWTTH). •Coordinated a global customer meeting to secure $10 million in new business. •Created customer strategies and sales forecasts. From November 1997 to June 1998 (8 months) Emhart Fasteners - Sales Representative @ Japanese Transplant Accounts •Responsible for all sales activity for the Japanese Transplants accounts (Honda, Mitsubishi, Toyota, Nissan, Isuzu, ands CAMI) with sales over $12 million in 1997. •Main products included: Plastic Fasteners, Small Plastic Components, Metal Fasteners, Metal Brackets, Weld Studs, and Welding Equipment. •Coordinated with Japan (Nippon POP Rivet) and Germany (Tucker) for new business expansion. •Created customer strategies and sales forecasts. From June 1994 to November 1997 (3 years 6 months) Sales Supervisor @ Japanese OEMs (Mitsubishi and Subaru-Isuzu) •Responsible for all sales activity for the Mitsubishi, Subaru/Isuzu accounts with sales over $87 million in 1994. •Main products included; HVAC, PTC, compressor, Cluster, Wiper/Washer, and Fuel Pump. •Negotiated all prices for new business and all engineering changes. •Responsible for all material management and accounts receivable. From March 1992 to June 1994 (2 years 4 months) Logistics Specialist @ •Responsible for all ordering and delivery activity for the Off-highway and Electronics accounts. •Maintained optimal inventory levels. •Expedited freight shipments. •Dealt with customs brokers for duty drawback. From October 1989 to March 1992 (2 years 6 months)

MSIO, Industrial Operations @ Lawrence Technological University From 1998 to 2000 BPMT, Plastics Manufacturing Technology @ University of Detroit Mercy From 1995 to 1997 MBA, International Business @ Wayne State University From 1992 to 1994 BA, Materials Logistics Management @ Michigan State University From 1984 to 1989 Ben Luppino is skilled in: Vehicles, Japanese, APQP, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Business Development, Sales Management