Ford and QUALCOMM Appoint Harel Kodesh as President and CEO of Wingcast

Harel Kodesh, a veteran technology executive, has been appointed president and CEO of Wingcast, a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and QUALCOMM Incorporated. Kodesh will lead the development and delivery of integrated wireless services that will shape the next generation of automotive intelligence through seamless wireless connectivity with various devices. As a seasoned executive, Kodesh brings a wealth of experience in technology innovation and consumer-centric product development to his new role at Wingcast.

Key Takeaways:

  • Harel Kodesh was appointed president and CEO of Wingcast, a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and QUALCOMM Incorporated, effective from the announcement date.
  • Kodesh joins Wingcast from Microsoft Corporation, where he served as vice president of consumer appliances, leading the development and marketing of the Microsoft Windows CE operating system and its embedded development products.
  • As president and CEO, Kodesh will drive the development and delivery of integrated wireless services that will integrate wireless communications and information technology with the automobile to deliver services including information, navigation, entertainment, safety, and security.
  • Kodesh has experience in managing cross-functional teams, developing new object technology, and driving consumer-centric product development strategies.
  • Wingcast, a Ford and QUALCOMM company, is based in San Diego, California, and aims to enable the convergence of wireless communications and information technology with the automobile.

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  • Wingcast is a joint venture between Ford Motor Company and QUALCOMM Incorporated.
  • Kodesh has over 15 years of experience in the technology industry, having joined Microsoft Corporation in 1992.

Sources:

  • "Ford and QUALCOMM Announce Formation of Wingcast, New Joint Venture." PR Newswire. 31 July 199__, Ford Motor Company and QUALCOMM Incorporated.
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