Automotive News Names José Muñoz a 2022 Champion of Diversity
José Muñoz, global president and COO of Hyundai Motor Company and the president and CEO of Hyundai and Genesis Motor North America, has been named a 2022 Notable Champion of Diversity by Automotive New.
Jose Muñoz is among 18 executives in the industry who’ve demonstrated their commitment to improving diversity, equity and inclusion.
Muñoz is responsible for driving greater performance in key strategic regions and leading global talent acquisition and management to recruit and retain core, diverse talent in new technology-based businesses. Within the last three years, Muñoz has embraced and fostered diversity amongst his own colleagues in leadership, to eventually lead the most diverse C-Suite in the automotive industry. He has also supported key diversity and mentorship initiatives within the company, dedicated to supporting African-American, Hispanic, Asian, female, millennial, disabled, veteran and LGBTQ employees.
“It is an incredible honor to be named a 2022 Notable Champion of Diversity,” said Muñoz. “This award is not only a direct reflection of Hyundai’s diverse set of leaders and executives, but a testament to our inclusive work culture built by Hyundai employees from all over the world.”
Now in its second year, Automotive News’ Notable Champions of Diversity selected by a panel of editors and reporters from nominations submitted by our readers. The honorees work in auto manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, retail, finance, technology and mobility. Their personal experiences inform their approaches to DE&I and fuel their passions.
Angelica Willard – Automotive Writer – Journalist Member de SAMA – TAWA – NWAPA – NAHP – IAPA (SIP) – Juror at Hispanic Motor Press Association (HMPA)
