Technical Notes on Video:

Video length is 0:56:31.

Dave Weber, Director, Corporate Relations, Sloan, introduces Glen Urban, Dean Emeritus and Co-Director, Center for Digital Business, and discusses future speakers in the series.

At 2:03, Glen Urban introduces Richard Wagoner. He also provides background and perspective on GM, a large and complex global organization facing major challenges in a new competitive environment.

At 6:11, Urban begins his conversation with Wagoner, asking if Wagoner had ever expected to be CEO of GM.

At 9:01, Urban asks about what is working and what is not in GM’s recovery plan.

At 14:16, Urban inquires about GM’s operations losses.

At 15:50, Urban asks about Toyota’s powerful global presence and challenge to GM.

At 18:54, Urban inquires about beating Toyota in China.

At 21:57, Urban asks about which GM brands perform well and which poorly.

At 26:59, Urban inquires about the success of the Cadillac.

At 30:24, Urban asks about GM and hybrid technology.

At 34:57, Urban reads the first question from the audience. These questions involve: hydrogen-powered cars, GM’s attempt to ally with Nissan and Renault; GM’s attempt to compete on price; foreign auto manufacturers production operations in the U.S.; what GM is doing to attract the best and the brightest; outsourcing design; and what motivates Wagoner personally.