Ford North American President Raj Nair Out Over 'Inappropriate Behavior' After Internal Investigation

The company has yet to choose a replacement

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Raj Nair, North American president for Ford, is leaving the company following an internal investigation into “inappropriate behavior.”

“We made this decision after a thorough review and careful consideration,” said Ford president and CEO Jim Hackett, in a statement. “Ford is deeply committed to providing and nurturing a safe and respectful culture, and we expect our leaders to fully uphold these values.”

A release noted that, “certain behavior by Nair was inconsistent with the company’s code of conduct.”

“I sincerely regret that there have been instances where I have not exhibited leadership behaviors consistent with the principles that the company and I have always espoused,” Nair said in a statement.

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