Renault Board Is Said to Consider De Meo as CEO

The transcript discusses an Italian candidate who has been a front runner for a significant post in the auto industry. His career began at Renault, followed by roles at Toyota and Fiat, where he was a protege of Sergio Marconi. He played a key role in launching the new Fiat 500 and later joined Volkswagen, contributing to the rejuvenation of the SEAT brand. His nomination was accelerated due to an important board meeting between Renault and Nissan.

Who was the front runner for the post mentioned in the text?

What is the significance of the negotiations mentioned in the text?

What role did the individual play in the Volkswagen Group?

How did the individual contribute to the rejuvenation of the Seattle brand?

What was the reason for the acceleration of the nomination process?