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Norm de Greve

Global Chief Marketing Officer, General Motors
Birmingham, Michigan,United States
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Norm de Greve's Overview

Total Experience61 years
CompanyGeneral Motors
CountryUnited States

Norm de Greve is the Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at General Motors, a role he assumed in July 2023. He is responsible for leading GM's global marketing efforts, including brand strategy, advertising, digital marketing, and customer experience, with a significant focus on driving the company's transition to an all-electric future and enhancing its software-defined vehicle platforms. Prior to joining GM, Norm served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for CVS Health from 2015 to 2023. During his tenure at CVS Health, he was instrumental in transforming the company's brand, notably leading the marketing efforts behind CVS's decision to stop selling tobacco products and its pivot towards becoming a broader healthcare company. His earlier career includes over 14 years at Digitas, a global marketing and technology agency, where he held various leadership positions, including President of the Boston and Detroit offices, and worked with a wide array of major brands across different industries, focusing on digital transformation and data-driven marketing. Norm is recognized for his expertise in building purpose-driven brands, leveraging data and analytics for customer engagement, and leading large-scale marketing organizations through periods of significant change.

Professional Summary

Norm de Greve's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

General Motors - Global Chief Marketing Officer (2023 to Present)
MMA Global - Chairman of the Board (2017 to Present)
United Nations Global Compact - Member CMO Advisory Board (2024 to Present)
Ehrenberg-Bass Institute - Advisory Board (2019 to Present)
The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth - Guest Lecturer (2012 to Present)
Association of National Advertisers - Board Member (2018 to 2024)
Ad Council - Board Member (2021 to 2023)
CVS Health - Chief Marketing Officer (2015 to 2023)
DigitasLBi_US - President Boston & Detroit offices (2014 to 2015)
Mercer Management Consulting (acquired CDI) - Senior Associate (1998 to 2000)

Notable Achievements

Leading GM's EV Marketing Transformation

As CMO of General Motors, spearheading the global marketing strategy for GM's ambitious transition to an all-electric vehicle portfolio, aiming to establish leadership in the EV market and communicate the benefits of new vehicle technologies to consumers worldwide.

Brand Revitalization and Purpose-Driven Marketing at CVS Health

Successfully led the rebranding and marketing transformation of CVS Health, emphasizing its role in community health. A key part of this was marketing the company's landmark decision to stop selling tobacco products, which significantly enhanced brand perception and trust.

Forbes World's Most Influential CMOs

Consistently recognized on Forbes' list of the World's Most Influential CMOs (e.g., 2020, 2021, 2022) for his impactful leadership and innovative marketing strategies at CVS Health, shaping consumer behavior and brand reputation.

Adweek CMO of the Year

Named Adweek's Grand Brand Genius and CMO of the Year in 2017 for his transformative work at CVS Health, particularly for the 'Beauty Mark' initiative promoting unaltered, authentic imagery in beauty advertising.

Pioneering Digital and Data-Driven Marketing Strategies

During his extensive tenure at Digitas, played a key role in advancing digital marketing practices and leveraging data analytics to create effective, personalized, and measurable campaigns for numerous Fortune 500 companies, helping them navigate the evolving digital landscape.

Educational Background

MBA with Honors

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Economics

Ithaca College

George School

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Company Overview

General Motors
Total employees167000
HeadquartersDetroit
Founded1908

General Motors (GM) is a global automotive company dedicated to advancing an all-electric future. Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, GM designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts under brands such as Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Baojun, and Wuling. The company is also expanding into related services like OnStar (safety, security, and information services) and is heavily investing in electric vehicle (EV) technology with its Ultium platform, as well as autonomous vehicle (AV) development through its subsidiary Cruise. GM aims to deliver a safer, simpler, and more sustainable world through its vehicles and mobility solutions.

General Motors Stock Information
General Motors, Inc. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol GM. The company went public on November 18, 2010

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