SPEAKERS
Ted Cannis
Former CEO, Ford Pro • Former Board Director • EV, SaaS & Mobility Strategist
Ted Cannis is a transformational automotive executive and former CEO of Ford Pro, where he built a $67 billion commercial platform integrating vehicles, software, charging, financing, and dealer services. Under his leadership, software subscriptions grew to over 630,000 vehicles enrolled with 50% year-over-year growth, while Ford Pro generated $9 billion in EBIT.
During his 35-year Ford career, Ted spearheaded the company's electrification transformation, leading development of the award-winning Mustang Mach-E, F-150 Lightning, and E-Transit, plus North America's largest integrated charging network. His global leadership experience includes managing joint venture operations in Russia and Turkey, leading Ford's business in Argentina through the 2002 financial crisis and serving as the company’s public face to global investors as head of investor relations.
As a former board director with governance expertise across public and private entities, Ted now advises high-growth companies on digital transformation, energy transition, and platform scaling strategies in mobility and adjacent industries.
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Thursday, October 23
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM (PT)