SANTA MONICA, Calif., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TrueCar, Inc., (NASDAQ:TRUE), the easiest, most efficient and transparent online destination for buying and selling new and used vehicles, today announced that Diego Rodriguez has been nominated to stand for election to its Board of Directors at the company’s May 23, 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Mr. Rodriguez would fill the vacancy created by Erin Lantz, who is retiring from service on the Board at the Annual Meeting.
“On behalf of the entire board, I extend our heartfelt gratitude to Erin Lantz for eight years of dedicated service. Her contributions have been invaluable, and we wish her the very best in her future endeavors,” said Barbara Carbone, Board Chair.
Mr. Rodriguez brings extensive experience integrating business, design, and technology at the very highest levels of industry. He has served as Intuit’s Chief Product & Design Officer, as a Senior Partner at IDEO, on the Harvard Board of Overseers, and on the founding team of Stanford’s d.school. Over the last several years, he has worked as an investor, startup advisor, and member of several boards, focusing on tough tech, fintech, and the future of transportation. He is currently a board member at LendingTree and was on the board of EngageSmart until its January 2024 acquisition.
Mr. Rodriguez holds a Bachelor of Arts in Values, Technology, Science & Society and Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University, and a Master of Business Administration from Harvard Business School.
Jantoon Reigersman, President and Chief Executive Officer of TrueCar, welcomed Diego’s nomination, stating: “We are very excited about Diego’s nomination. His executive-level strategic leadership and expertise in blending business with technology makes him a very strong addition to our Board. If elected, his product management and development experience will be a tremendous asset as we execute on our mission of delivering a modern marketplace that brings the car buying experience online.”
Forward-Looking Statements
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About TrueCar
TrueCar is a leading automotive digital marketplace that lets auto buyers and sellers connect to our nationwide network of Certified Dealers. With access to an expansive inventory provided by our Certified Dealers, we are building the industry’s most personalized and efficient auto shopping experience as we seek to bring more of the process online. Consumers who visit our marketplace will find a suite of vehicle discovery tools, price ratings and market context on new, used and Certified Pre-Owned vehicles. When they are ready, shoppers in TrueCar’s marketplace can connect with a Certified Dealer in our network, who shares our belief that truth, transparency and fairness are the foundation of a great auto shopping experience. As part of our marketplace, TrueCar powers auto-buying programs for over 250 leading brands, including AARP, Sam’s Club, Navy Federal Credit Union and American Express.
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