DETROIT – The Automotive Industry Action Group, one of the largest global auto industry trade groups in the world, has named Liz Pinto director marketing and communications.

Pinto will oversee the organization’s strategic marketing and communications programs, as well as public and media relations. She will report to Andrew Cummins, executive director and CEO of AIAG.

“We are delighted to be able to bring aboard someone with such a broad range of expertise in all aspects of marketing and communications,” said Cummins. “Liz’s vast experience will be invaluable as AIAG’s position grows in the global automotive industry.”

Pinto has more than 20 years of progressive experience in marketing and communications for a number of industries, including automotive, retail, health care, educational, financial, restaurant and manufacturing. She was previously director-corporate communications for Oxford Automotive, a Tier 1 supplier of specialized metal-formed modules, assemblies and related services to the automotive industry.