Rodney O'Neal is the former CEO and President of Aptiv PLC, where he worked from the company's formation until his retirement in March 2015. He has a strong educational background with both a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and an...

Rodney O'Neal is the former CEO and President of Aptiv PLC, where he worked from the company's formation until his retirement in March 2015. He has a strong educational background with both a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and an MBA, both from the University of Michigan. Under his leadership, Aptiv experienced significant financial growth, highlighted by a total compensation package of nearly $14.9 million in 2014, which included a continuity bonus and substantial stock awards. Interestingly, he had the highest stock award vesting in his final year, totaling over $25 million, showcasing his alignment with the company’s performance. His journey in the automotive sector covered nearly five years at Delphi and its transition into Aptiv, emphasizing his role in shaping the company during significant industry changes. O'Neal's departure marked the end of a pivotal era for Aptiv, and he continued contributing as an advisor until the end of 2015.