Christopher W. Patterson is the retired President and Chief Executive Officer of Daimler Trucks North America LLC, a leading producer of heavy- and medium-duty trucks, and specialized commercial vehicles in North America. Mr. Patterson served in this capacity from 2005 until his retirement in 2009. Prior to this he held senior positions, including as Senior Vice President, Service & Parts, with Freightliner LLC (predecessor to Daimler Trucks North America) and other global commercial vehicle producers.
Mr. Patterson is also a director of Finning International, Inc.
Mr. Patterson graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a bachelor's degree in Economics and a master's degree in Business Administration.
Mr. Patterson joined the Modine Board of Directors in 2010.