David Dauch

About

David obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from Miami University with dual majors: one in production/operations and one in purchasing management. He received an MBA from Michigan State University.

He began his automotive career in 1982 as a manufacturing co-op student with the former Chrysler Corporation. He continued with Chrysler's summer co-op program until he completed his Bachelor's degree. In 1987, David joined Collins & Aikman Products Co., where he served as Sales Manager of Ford Programs, receiving that company's President's Award for leadership and innovation. David also managed the Toyota and Honda accounts for Collins & Aikman.

In 1995, David joined American Axle & Manufacturing as Manager, Sales Administration. He was appointed Director of Sales, GM Full-Size Truck Programs in May 1996 and was named Vice President Sales & Marketing in August 1998. Since 2001, he has served as Vice President-Manufacturing, Driveline Division; Senior Vice President-Sales, Marketing & Driveline Division; Senior Vice President-Commercial; and Executive Vice President-Commercial & Strategic Development. Prior to assuming his current position, David served as Executive Vice president, President, & Chief Operating Officer.

At present, he serves on the Board of Directors of American Axle and Manufacturing, Business Leaders for Michigan, the Detroit Regional Chamber, and the Great Lakes Council Boy Scouts of America, and serves on the Board of Directors of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeast Michigan. He served on the Collins & Aikman Board of Directors from 2002-2007.

David and his wife, Anita, reside in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, with their four children and are active members of Christ Church Cranbrook.