General Motors (GM +4.20%) has seen sweeping changes in its management team since emerging from the company's controversial bankruptcy in 2009. New CEO Dan Akerson and his team have overhauled GM inside and out. But have they done enough? In this video, Fool contributor John Rosevear looks at what Akerson's team has done so far -- and whether they have what it takes to go the distance.
Can GM's Management Do the Job?
By John Rosevear – Apr 21, 2013 at 11:09PM
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General Motors' management team has been completely overhauled since the 2009 bankruptcy. But does the current crew have what it takes to get the most out of GM?
About the Author
John Rosevear is a senior contributing Motley Fool auto analyst covering automakers and trends shaping the global auto industry. John’s tenure with the company spans 15 years covering auto stocks, mutual funds, and retirement investing. He is a former CNBC reporter who covered the future of autos, including electric vehicles and self-driving cars. Prior to The Motley Fool, he worked at Fidelity Investments in communications and investor education roles. He holds a bachelor’s degree in government from Cornell University. He once spent an entire day sitting on the floor of Peter Lynch’s office – with Lynch present.