Matthew Levatich Explained

Matthew Levatich
Birth Date:7 January 1965
Birth Place:Ithaca, New York, US
Nationality:American
Education:Ithaca High School
Alma Mater:Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Northwestern University
Occupation:Businessman
CEO, Harley-Davidson
Spouse:Brenda Levatich
Children:2 sons

Matthew S. Levatich (born January 7, 1965) is an American businessman, and was the president and CEO of Harley-Davidson from May 2015 through February 2020

Early life

Levatich was born on January 7, 1965, in Tompkins County Hospital, Ithaca, New York.[1] He was educated at Caroline Elementary School, DeWitt Junior High School and Ithaca High School.[1]

Levatich earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, a master's degree in engineering management, and an MBA in marketing, finance and organizational behavior from Northwestern University.[2] [3]

Career

Levatich joined Harley-Davidson in 1994 and served as chief operating officer between 2009 and 2015.[4] In May 2015, Levatich became CEO.[2] [3]

In February 2020, Levatich resigned as CEO of Harley-Davidson and vacated his seat on the board of directors.[5] He was succeeded by Jochen Zeitz.

Personal life

He is married to Brenda, they have two sons, live in Mequon, Wisconsin, and celebrated 25 years of marriage in 2015.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: A Conversation With: Harley-Davidson's CEO. 4 July 2018.
  2. Web site: Matthew Levatich - Leadership - Harley-Davidson USA. www.harley-davidson.com. 4 July 2018.
  3. Web site: Matthew S. Levatich: Executive Profile & Biography. Bloomberg. 4 July 2018.
  4. News: Tita. Bob. Harley CEO Levatich Steps Down. 2020-02-29. Wall Street Journal. 2020-03-16. en-US.
  5. Web site: Harley-Davidson CEO Matt Levatich Is Out As Motorcycle Icon Continues To Struggle. Roberson. Bill. Forbes. en. 2020-03-03.