ArvinMeritor appoints new vice president and corporate secretary
Published:28-January-2008
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ArvinMeritor, a supplier of a broad range of integrated systems, modules and components to the motor vehicle industry, has announced the appointment of Barbara Novak as vice president and corporate secretary, effective immediately.
Ms Novak is responsible for the company's listing requirements associated with the SEC and the New York Stock Exchange, and will play a key role in financing transactions, shareholder meetings, investor communications and executive compensation. She will also manage matters related to the board of directors.
Ms Novak served as senior counsel, securities, at TRW Automotive Holdings in Livonia, Michigan. Prior to that, she held senior counsel positions at Delphi Corporation and Collins & Aikman Corporation, after spending several years as an associate at the law firm of Cravath, Swaine & Moore.
Vernon Baker, senior vice president and general counsel, said: "We are very pleased that Barbara has joined us. Her significant work experience and exceptional education make her a great asset to the ArvinMeritor team."