SOUTHFIELD, Michigan, February 18, 2025 – Lear Corporation (NYSE: LEA), a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, today announced that Julian Blissett, former Executive Vice President and President General Motors (GM) China, has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors.

“Julian’s extensive global experience, including two decades working in China, allows him to bring valuable strategic and operational insights to Lear,” said Greg Smith, Lear’s Non-Executive Chair of its Board of Directors. “We are pleased to welcome Julian to the Lear team, where he will contribute to Lear’s continued growth and success.”

Mr. Blissett recently retired from GM following a distinguished 28-year career with the automaker. Most recently, he led GM’s operations in China through a period of significant growth. He began his career with GM as an engineer and advanced through various roles in operations, new business development and executive leadership. His international experiences also include assignments in the United Kingdom, Japan, and Poland.

“Lear’s reputation for operational excellence and its forward-looking strategy set it apart in the automotive industry,” said Mr. Blissett. “I am confident in Lear’s future and look forward to serving on the Board to help drive shareholder value.”