James D.  Farley, Jr. net worth and biography

James Farley, Jr. Biography and Net Worth

COO of Ford Motor

Jim Farley became president and chief executive officer of Ford in October 2020, and in March 2022 took on the additional role of president, Ford Model e. In addition, Farley is a member of the company’s board of directors.

As CEO, Farley is focused on deployment of the ambitious, customer-focused Ford+ plan for growth and value creation. Primary elements of the plan include innovation and delivery of breakthrough electric vehicles at scale, along with development of software and connected vehicle technologies and services for the Ford Model e business unit which Farley heads.

Before becoming CEO, Farley was Ford’s chief operating officer, responsible for strengthening the company’s global automotive operations, including Product Development, Purchasing, Enterprise Product Line Management, Manufacturing and Labor Affairs, Marketing, Sales and Service, and Quality and New Model Launch. He also oversaw mobility partnerships and Ford Autonomous Vehicles LLC.

Previously, Farley served as Ford’s president of New Businesses, Technology and Strategy, and earlier was Ford’s executive vice president and president of Global Markets. From 2015 to 2017, Farley served as executive vice president and president, Ford Europe, Middle East and Africa, guiding the company’s European business through transformation to achieve profitable growth through an unprecedented focus on new products, a strong brand and increased cost efficiency. In 2016, he led Ford’s European operations to record profitability and margins and increased sales.

Farley was also executive vice president of Global Marketing, Sales and Service, leading the company to connect more closely with customers through integrated global marketing, advertising, digital communications, brand development and research. He was instrumental in the ongoing reinvention of the Lincoln brand, setting it on a path for growth as a world-class provider of luxury vehicles and customer experience, including Lincoln’s introduction in China.

When he was appointed to head Global Marketing, Sales and Service in August 2010, it was the first time Ford had a single leader oversee those functions. He held operating responsibility as the senior global leader for Lincoln from December 2012 to August 2014.  Prior to that, Farley was group vice president, Global Marketing, and later added responsibility for Ford’s operations in Canada, Mexico and South America in September 2009.

Before joining Ford in November 2007, Farley was group vice president and general manager of Lexus, responsible for all sales, marketing and customer satisfaction activities for Toyota’s luxury brand. Earlier, Farley was the group vice president responsible for all Toyota Division market planning, advertising, merchandising, sales promotion, incentives and internet activities.

Farley joined Toyota in 1990 in the strategic planning department and served in several product and marketing positions in the United States and Europe. One of Farley’s most noted accomplishments was the successful launch and rollout of Toyota’s new Scion brand.

Farley represents Ford on the board of directors of the U.S. China Business Council is co-chair of the Future of Mobility Commission.  In May 2021, shareholders of Harley-Davidson Inc. elected Farley to a seat on the board of directors of the legendary motorcycle maker.

Farley attended Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Economics, and the University of California, Los Angeles, where he was graduated from the Anderson School of Management with a degree in management. He and his wife, Lia, have three children.

What is James D. Farley, Jr.'s net worth?

The estimated net worth of James D. Farley, Jr. is at least $21.42 million as of March 3rd, 2023. Mr. Farley, Jr. owns 1,638,667 shares of Ford Motor stock worth more than $21,417,378 as of March 27th. This net worth estimate does not reflect any other investments that Mr. Farley, Jr. may own. Learn More about James D. Farley, Jr.'s net worth.

How do I contact James D. Farley, Jr.?

The corporate mailing address for Mr. Farley, Jr. and other Ford Motor executives is ONE AMERICAN ROAD, DEARBORN MI, 48126. Ford Motor can also be reached via phone at (313) 322-3000 and via email at [email protected]. Learn More on James D. Farley, Jr.'s contact information.

Has James D. Farley, Jr. been buying or selling shares of Ford Motor?

James D. Farley, Jr. has not been actively trading shares of Ford Motor over the course of the past ninety days. Most recently, James D. Farley, Jr. sold 79,921 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Friday, March 3rd. The shares were sold at an average price of $12.86, for a transaction totalling $1,027,784.06. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer now directly owns 1,638,667 shares of the company's stock, valued at $21,073,257.62. Learn More on James D. Farley, Jr.'s trading history.

Who are Ford Motor's active insiders?

Ford Motor's insider roster includes Steven Armstrong (VP), Alexandra English (Director), James Farley, Jr. (COO), Willaim Ford, Jr. (Insider), Ashwani Galhotra (Insider), John Lawler (VP), Catherine O'Callaghan (Insider), Kiersten Robinson (Insider), Stuart Rowley (Insider), and Hau Thai-Tang (Insider). Learn More on Ford Motor's active insiders.

Are insiders buying or selling shares of Ford Motor?

In the last year, Ford Motor insiders bought shares 1 times. They purchased a total of 182,000 shares worth more than $2,011,100.00. In the last year, insiders at the auto manufacturer sold shares 1 times. They sold a total of 26,898 shares worth more than $337,031.94. The most recent insider tranaction occured on March, 6th when CAO Mark Kosman sold 26,898 shares worth more than $337,031.94. Insiders at Ford Motor own 0.8% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at Ford Motor.

Information on this page was last updated on 3/6/2024.

James D. Farley, Jr. Insider Trading History at Ford Motor

Transaction DateBuy/SellNumber of SharesAverage Share PriceTotal TransactionShares Held After TransactionDetails
3/3/2023Sell79,921$12.86$1,027,784.061,638,667View SEC Filing Icon  
4/30/2020Buy194,950$5.13$1,000,093.50828,922View SEC Filing Icon  
10/1/2019Sell45,000$9.19$413,550.00496,753View SEC Filing Icon  
7/26/2019Sell45,000$9.56$430,200.00541,753View SEC Filing Icon  
9/11/2017Sell25,000$11.40$285,000.00403,411View SEC Filing Icon  
6/12/2017Sell25,000$11.16$279,000.00428,411View SEC Filing Icon  
5/16/2016Sell78,042$13.31$1,038,739.02359,145View SEC Filing Icon  
10/3/2012Sell62,839$9.81$616,450.59View SEC Filing Icon  
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Ford Motor Company Overview

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Ford Motor Company develops, delivers, and services a range of Ford trucks, commercial cars and vans, sport utility vehicles, and Lincoln luxury vehicles worldwide. It operates through Ford Blue, Ford Model e, and Ford Pro; Ford Next; and Ford Credit segments. The company sells Ford and Lincoln vehicles, service parts, and accessories through distributors and dealers, as well as through dealerships to commercial fleet customers, daily rental car companies, and governments. It also engages in vehicle-related financing and leasing activities to and through automotive dealers. In addition, the company provides retail installment sale contracts for new and used vehicles; and direct financing leases for new vehicles to retail and commercial customers, such as leasing companies, government entities, daily rental companies, and fleet customers. Further, it offers wholesale loans to dealers to finance the purchase of vehicle inventory; and loans to dealers to finance working capital and enhance dealership facilities, purchase dealership real estate, and other dealer vehicle programs. The company was incorporated in 1903 and is based in Dearborn, Michigan.
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