Allison Transmission says David Graziosi, currently chief financial officer, has been promoted to the additional role of president, effective immediately.

Graziosi joined Allison in November, 2007 as executive vice president, CFO and treasurer, shortly after the company’s sale by General Motors to The Carlyle Group and Onex Corporation.

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In his expanded role, Graziosi will oversee Operations and Purchasing, Quality and Reliability, Legal/Corporate Affairs and Communications/Internal Audit, Human Resources, and Information Systems and Services, in addition to continuing responsibility for Financial and Treasury activities. 

“I’m pleased to name Dave as president of Allison Transmission in recognition of the significant contributions he has made to the company and to acknowledge the wider role he already plays in our success,” said Allison Transmission chairman and CEO, Lawrence Dewey.

“Since joining Allison Transmission in 2007, Dave has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a clear understanding of our company and our industry as a whole.

“He is an important member of the executive management team and is regularly engaged with his colleagues on issues in their functional areas. I look forward to continuing to work closely with Dave in the years ahead.”

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