Walker takes on GM role

General Motors has unveiled Heath Walker as marketing director for GM Australia and New Zealand.

Walker, pictured, has a wide range of marketing and communications experience from working across various industries including IT, sporting and automotive – notably Tesla, Nissan and, most recently, Scania in Australia. 

“It’s an exciting time at GM as we prepare to launch the Cadillac brand and expand the GMSV offering to include the new GMC Yukon Denali in 2025,” says Jess Bala, managing director of GM Australia and New Zealand.

“We are delighted to welcome Heath to this new role. His experience and leadership will be vital to our success in the coming years.”

Walker, whose appointment is effective from April 23, will lead the marketing for GM Specialty Vehicles and launch Cadillac, which is coming down under this year with a dedicated electric-vehicle offering. He will also lead the marketing effort for Isuzu Trucks NZ.