Bill Russo is a globally recognized mobility strategist, automotive industry expert, and technology thought leader with more than 40 years of experience across the automotive, software, and mobility sectors. Best known as the former head of Chrysler’s business in China and the Founder & CEO of Automobility, he is widely respected for his insights into software-defined vehicles (SDVs), artificial intelligence (AI), electric vehicles (EVs), connected mobility, and the future of transportation.
Bill Russo founded Automobility, a Shanghai-based strategy and investment advisory firm that helps automakers, technology companies, investors, and mobility startups navigate the rapidly evolving automotive landscape. His advisory work focuses on software-defined vehicles, autonomous driving, electrification, smart manufacturing, digital transformation, and emerging mobility business models.
Before launching Automobility, he spent more than 15 years with Chrysler Corporation, where he led the company’s operations in Northeast Asia and played a pivotal role in expanding Chrysler’s presence in China. During this period, he worked on market entry strategies, manufacturing partnerships, supply chain development, and business expansion in one of the world’s largest automotive markets.
He has also held leadership positions at IBM and Harman, giving him a unique perspective on the convergence of automotive engineering, software, electronics, and digital technologies. His cross-industry experience enables him to advise organizations on the transformation of traditional vehicles into intelligent, connected, and software-driven mobility platforms.
Bill Russo is a sought-after keynote speaker, board advisor, and industry commentator, regularly sharing insights on global automotive trends, EV adoption, AI-powered mobility, connected vehicles, and China’s leadership in automotive innovation. He continues to influence the future of mobility by helping businesses develop sustainable, technology-driven strategies for the next generation of transportation.
