Sonny Kandiraju

Sonny Kandiraju has extensive experience in the automotive industry, primarily at Kautex Textron since 2001, where roles have included Vice President of the Customer Business Unit and Global Director of Sales, overseeing $600 million in annual sales and establishing critical relationships with major OEMs such as Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler. Sonny has a proven track record in business acquisition and developing competitive strategies, particularly in emerging markets, and has successfully led cross-functional global teams to optimize manufacturing and technology solutions. Additionally, Sonny has a strong background in market penetration, having executed strategic initiatives in India and Asia, and holds an MBA in International Business as well as advanced degrees in Chemical Engineering. Previous experience includes leadership positions at McKechnie Vehicle Components and Parker Hannifin, contributing to significant revenue growth and the development of new automotive technologies.