Stellantis Adds American Talent to Its Board of Directors

Stellantis is shaking up its European-heavy board with the addition of two American business leaders. The company has nominated Alice Schroeder and Daniel Ramot to join its 11-seat board, a move that could help shift the company’s strategic focus more toward the North American market. The nominations will be voted on at a shareholders meeting set for April 15 in Amsterdam.

Daniel Ramot, an Israeli-American entrepreneur and scientist, is the Co-Founder and CEO of Via, a public transportation and software company. Ramot’s background in technology and innovation could provide valuable expertise as Stellantis continues to explore advanced mobility solutions. His ties to Stellantis Chairman John Elkann and the Exor NV investment company further solidify his connection to the automaker’s leadership.

Alice Schroeder brings extensive financial knowledge, having served as a Managing Director at Morgan Stanley. She also holds positions on several influential boards, including HSBC North America. Beyond her corporate experience, she’s well known for being the biographer of legendary investor Warren Buffett — adding a layer of strategic insight and business acumen to Stellantis’ leadership.

These appointments come at a pivotal time for Stellantis, which is seeking a major turnaround in the North American market following declining sales and profits in 2024. The addition of Schroeder and Ramot could help balance the European-centric board, which currently consists mainly of French and Italian members.

If approved, Schroeder and Ramot will replace Wan Ling Martello, a Filipino-American, and Jacques Saint-Exupéry of France. Their two-year terms would begin immediately following the April meeting.

Stellantis’ board currently lists 10 members following the departure of CEO Carlos Tavares in December 2024. With the company still searching for a new CEO, these board changes could play a critical role in shaping the automaker’s future direction.