Education: Bachelor's, mathematics, Pennsylvania State University; M.B.A., University of Pittsburgh

First automotive job: Current position

Proudest achievement: "Some of my proudest achievements: being selected as Vice President of Quality for Ford Motor Co.; leading a major turnaround of refrigerator business at Whirlpool; graduating first in Penn State class; and having the opportunity to be a Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Judge."

On being successful: "Love what you do."

On being a woman in the industry: "It helps to bring diverse talents and viewpoints."

Career highlights:

• 1994-99 Whirlpool Corp., Benton Harbor, Mich.
• 1974-94 Westinghouse Electric Corp., Pittsburgh