Carlos Ghosn is a former automobile executive and businessman who has held high-level positions at several major car companies, including Renault, Nissan, and Mitsubishi. Born in Brazil in 1954 to Lebanese parents, Ghosn grew up in Beirut and later moved to France to pursue his education and career.
Ghosn is widely regarded as one of the most successful automobile executives of his generation, having played a key role in the revival of several major car companies. He rose to prominence in the late 1990s as the CEO of Renault, where he led the company’s turnaround and helped establish its position as a major player in the global automobile industry.
In 1999, Ghosn was appointed CEO of Nissan, where he led a radical restructuring of the company and helped it return to profitability after years of losses. He was also instrumental in establishing the Renault-Nissan Alliance, a strategic partnership between Renault and Nissan that has since expanded to include Mitsubishi Motors.
However, in 2018, Ghosn was arrested in Japan and was subsequently removed from his positions at Renault, Nissan, and Mitsubishi, and has since been the subject of a legal case in Japan while moving to Lebanon. Despite his recent legal issue, he remains one of the most influential figures in the business world, known for his innovative strategies and leadership skills.