Toyota Connected North America Announces New President/CEO, More Leadership MovesPlano-based TCNA said it has promoted Christopher Yang as its new president and CEO, replacing Steve Basra, who left the company on June 30.

Toyota Connected North America said it promoted Christopher Yang to CEO of the data and software unit from his current role as vice president and COO.

New executive appointments strengthen company's future in development of software and AI initiatives supporting Toyota's path to electrified mobilityPLANO, Texas, Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Connected North America (TCNA) today announced executive leadership appointments to further establish TCNA as a data and software innovation hub for Toyota. Known for the ground-up development and operations of Toyota Motor North America's (TMNA) in-house telematics service provider, TCNA collaborates with TMNA and other global Toyota companies to provide millions of customers with data-driven services that enhance the Toyota and Lexus driving experience.As Toyota transforms its vehicles to become more connected and electrified, TCNA aims to provide services that support Toyota's global mission to become the electrified mobility company of choice for consumers.The following changes are effective immediately, unless otherwise noted.Christopher Yang is promoted to the role of President and Chief Executive Officer, TCNA, and will report to Toyota Connected Corporation President, Keiji Yamamoto. Yang previously served as TCNA's Executive Vice President and COO. Yang will continue his current responsibilities at TMNA as Group Vice President of Business Development and Deputy General Counsel of Toyota Legal One.James George has been appointed to the role of Senior Vice President and COO, TCNA, succeeding Yang. Additionally, George is appointed to TCNA's board of directors