Kenneth Washington is the current CEO of Gentherm Inc., a company he joined in October 2023 after serving as the Senior Vice President and Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at Medtronic. Kenneth has a solid background in engineering, holding multiple...
Kenneth Washington is the current CEO of Gentherm Inc., a company he joined in October 2023 after serving as the Senior Vice President and Chief Technology and Innovation Officer at Medtronic. Kenneth has a solid background in engineering, holding multiple degrees—including a Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate in nuclear engineering—from Texas A&M University. His career spans various notable positions, including leadership roles in Amazon and Ford Motor Company, where he oversaw Ford's research and technology strategy and focused on autonomous vehicles. Besides his technical expertise, Kenneth has been a thought leader, giving over 100 key presentations on technology and innovation at international forums. Under his leadership, Gentherm is expected to leverage his extensive experience to drive growth and innovation in the automotive sector, especially in sustainability and new business opportunities.