Samara Strycker Takes New Role as CFO at International Motors, LLC

Samara Strycker Appointed as CFO of International Motors, LLC

International Motors, LLC, widely recognized for its innovative commercial vehicle solutions, announced a significant leadership change with the appointment of Samara Strycker as the new Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This transition follows the recent move of previous CFO, Do Young (DY) Kim, to Scania Group.

Strycker, who has been integral to International’s finance team, previously held the position of Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller, and Treasurer. During her tenure, she successfully managed post-merger finance integration, fostering collaboration across diverse teams and ensuring the alignment of best practices. Her extensive background also includes key roles at General Electric Healthcare, where she was the Regional Controller for the Americas and Assistant Controller. Strycker began her esteemed career in finance at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP back in 1993, providing a strong foundation for her future roles.

Mathias Carlbaum, the President and CEO of International, articulated his confidence in Strycker's capabilities to lead the company into a digitally oriented future. "Samara has proven expertise in finance, accounting, and operational efficiency. These skills will help drive forward International's transformation into a solutions-led and digitally enabled company," he stated.

A Certified Public Accountant, Strycker holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Syracuse University. Beyond her role at International, she contributes her expertise as an independent director and chair of the audit committee at Ducommun Incorporated. Moreover, Strycker champions women’s leadership through her sponsorship of the company's employee resource group focused on empowering women within the organization.

Expressing her enthusiasm for the new position, Strycker remarked, "I am excited about and embrace the responsibility to assist in ushering in a new era of International, enabling our people to deliver greater value, and fostering growth of this highly capable organization."

She will officially assume her position on February 1, 2025, reporting directly to Carlbaum and becoming part of the executive leadership team.

About International Motors, LLC

Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC specializes in creating solutions that enhance uptime and productivity for its commercial vehicle customers. The brand produces the robust International® trucks and IC Bus® school and commercial buses, tailored to the demanding needs of their drivers. Additionally, the company develops Fleetrite® aftermarket parts to support its products even further. Their mission underscores the commitment to sustainable mobility and advancing the vision of a cleaner, safer world, aligning with their membership in the TRATON GROUP, a leading entity in global truck and transport services.

To explore more about the company’s governance and executive management, visit International's official site.