• CEO, Polestar UK and Global Head of Communications (2020- 2024)

BIO

Jonathan Goodman is a highly recognised global commercial leader with decades of experience of in the automotive industry. He was the UK CEO of Polestar from 2020-2024, prior to which he served as Chief Operating Officer (2017-2020).

During his time with Polestar he defined and implemented the communication strategy at Polestar as the company’s successful IPO on the Nasdaq in 2022, and oversaw over 30.000 Polestar cars hit the road since the brands UK launch in 2020.

Internationally, he has experience working for Volvo in Sweden, and 28 years’ experience at Peugeot Citroen, raising to Director General for the UK alongside other roles including VP of Communications and headed up Global communications for PSA Peugeot Citroen in Paris, amongst roles in marketing, sales, and regional leadership.

AS A SPEAKER

Jonathan is the perfect speaker for companies and event organisers seeking a rare blend of highly approachable personality with a no-nonsense, witty, and highly informed perspectives on key commercial issues that businesses face such as strategic communications, management, leadership, and public relations.

SOCIALS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-goodman-47691912/?locale=en 

https://media.polestar.com/releases/9?lang=en_GB

https://www.am-online.com/news/former-polestar-boss-joins-uk-ev-infrastructure-board