Jean-Francois Mady appointed Polestar CFO

Polestar has appointed Jean-Francois Mady chief financial officer (CFO), effective October 21, 2024. 

Mady has 25 years’ experience in senior, leading roles in automotive finance and financial services across Europe, China, Asia and India.

Most recently he was Stellantis Group global accounting operations and finance transformation senior vice president, while he has also held several leadership roles at PSA Group.  

 Mady will assume responsibilities from Per Ansgar, who joined Polestar in January 2024 as CFO on a transitional basis.

Ansgar will remain with Polestar to provide support and to ensure a smooth transition, before returning to his role as Geely Sweden Holding AB CFO, says Polestar.

Incoming Polestar chief executive Michael Lohscheller says Mady brings a wealth of experience and best practice competence from the industry to Polestar.

“With Polestar 2, Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 we have a stunning model line-up on the roads. One of our key priorities moving forward is to make Polestar a financial success and this is an important step in that direction.” 

Mady says he’s very excited to join Polestar with its focus on design, electric performance and sustainability.

Polestar has also made other appointments.