Mary Teresa Barra (née Makela; born December 24, 1961) is an American businesswoman who has been the chair [1] and chief executive officer (CEO) of General Motors since January 15, 2014. [2]

Mary Barra is Chair and Chief Executive Officer of General Motors. She was elected Chair of the GM Board of Directors in 2016 and has served as CEO of GM since 2014.

2 days ago · For GM CEO Mary Barra, agility isn't about chasing every new trend — it's about ensuring GM can adapt as the world changes without losing its footing.

2 days ago · GM CEO Mary Barra personally answers every letter she receives, seeing it as a vital link to customers and a practice that defines meaningful leadership.

Dec 10, 2025 · GM's CEO since 2014, Barra is the first woman to lead one of the big three automakers in the U.S.

2 days ago · Want to catch the attention of a CEO like General Motors boss Mary Barra? Write her a letter. Chances are she’ll read it and even respond.

Aug 15, 2025 · General Motors' bold agreement to jointly develop five vehicles with Hyundai-Kia solidifies CEO Mary Barra’s status as a transformative leader of a company that long seemed adrift.

Mar 25, 2025 · Alfred P. Sloan Jr. assumed the role of GM‘s CEO in 1923, during a pivotal time when the company was rapidly expanding. Under his competent leadership for over two decades, Sloan …

Sep 22, 2024 · During her ten years as CEO of General Motors, Mary Barra has made big investments in software and driverless cars.

Canada is also a major sales driver for Detroit’s carmakers: In 2025, Ford Motor, GM and Jeep-Maker Stellantis sold over 700,000 vehicles combined in Canada, according to company sales reports.