As chief engineer for the all-new Ford Edge, Elaine Bannon is
committed to building a vehicle that will stir emotion. She is leading
the vehicle team with the hottest new entry into the red-hot crossover
market, working to ensure the right combination of great looks and
outstanding performance.
Join Elaine right here for a live chat on February 10 at 12:15 p.m. CST.
“There are a lot of great vehicles out there, but only a select few
can make you feel confident, powerful and sexier,” says Elaine. “Edge
becomes an extension of your personality. It delivers on all counts,
from its bold design, to its balanced ride, fun-to-drive character and
confident handling.”
Elaine, who joined Ford Motor Company in 1984, brings a wealth of
engineering and management expertise to the Edge program. Her influence
is evident in the superb craftsmanship of the Edge’s interior and
exterior. As principle lead for Global Craftsmanship, Elaine helped
elevate the company to a new level of quality in fit and finish. The
Global Craftsmanship team was instrumental in the development of the
critically acclaimed 2004 Ford F-150. Before taking on her current
assignment, Elaine was chief engineer for Ford’s commercial trucks,
helping integrate the expansive medium and heavy truck lineup into one
cohesive business unit.
The Detroit-area native holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical
engineering and an MBA, both from the University of Michigan. Elaine
says raising her young son and writing poetry helps her see issues from
many perspectives. Elaine, who enjoys working the pit crew during her
husband’s motorcycle road races, takes on each challenge with the
belief that there is no finish line.
“Spending time with my husband on race weekends makes me appreciate
the effort it takes to get to the top of your game – no matter what the
area,” says Elaine. “Commitment to a skill and the enhancement of that
skill takes tenacity, passion and positive energy – whether you’re
confronted with greatness or adversity.”
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