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SPIRIT OF LEADERSHIP
2003 AWARD RECIPIENTS
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SUSAN
CANTOR
Executive Vice President, Director
of Account Management
LOWE WORLDWIDE, NEW YORK
Susan joined Lowe in 1994. As Head of Account Management,
Susan oversees 120 people in the department, providing
leadership on all client issues and advising on staffing,
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account point of view in all Agency matters. In addition
to these duties, Susan is the Managing Director on the General
Motors' GMC Truck account, overseeing both the National and
Regional businesses, and MassMutual Financial Group.
Previously, Susan supervised the Burger King account for
three years from 1994-1997, working on both the General market
and Kids' sectors. During these very successful years for
Burger King, Susan actively aided in the global expansion
of the business from 1994 to 1996.
Prior to joining Lowe, Susan was Account Supervisor at Griffin
Bacal. There she worked on various Hasbro businesses, including
Girls' Toys, Tonka, and Playskool. Susan began her career
in advertising at Griffin Bacal in 1989 working in New Business.
Susan grew up in New Jersey and graduated from the University
of Michigan. She lives in Manhattan with her husband, Ross,
and two daughters, Emily and Lauren. In her spare time, Susan
enjoys running, reading and spending time with her family.
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ELENA
FORD
Business Strategy Director
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
To say that Elena Ford was born into cars is an understatement.
The great granddaughter of Henry Ford, Elena has been
with Ford Motor Company since 1995 in a variety of positions,
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Her experience has given Elena a solid understanding of the
multi-faceted automotive industry. Until recently, she was the
Mercury Group Brand Manager, drawing upon her expertise and
her instinct to create fresh consumer perspective. For her accomplishments,
Elena has recently been named Director, Business Strategy of
International Automotive Operations. A leader and mentor, Elena's
management style is to incorporate a variety of opinions in
her decision-making process. |
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MARLENE
LEWIS
Vice President & Controller
CONANT AUTOMOTIVE GROUP
Over thirty years ago, Marlene entered the automotive
industry. Since then, she has held every job in the business
office. Her experience includes managing the business
office for the largest Honda |
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awards from American Honda for her billing accuracy and efficiency.
Over time, she was promoted from Business Manager to Controller,
to Vice President/Controller of Conant, which oversees eight
dealerships and over 900 employees. She encourages and inspires
all women to focus on attaining management positions. A 30-year
native of California, Marlene lives with her family in LaMirada. |
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