JLR Names Jaguar Chief for North America

Tata Motors Ltd.'s Jaguar Land Rover unit has appointed Jeff Curry to head the Jaguar brand in North America, effective Aug. 13.

Curry, who formerly was Ferrari's marketing boss for the same region, will be responsible for Jaguar's marketing communications and product planning. He will report to Andy Goss, president of JLR's North American unit.

Curry began his career in public relations and Land Rover North America. He also has worked for Audi and XM Satellite Radio.