Judy Curran
Chief Technologist Automotive,
Ansys Inc.

Judy Curran is a highly accomplished senior automotive executive with over 30 years of experience in automotive and mobility engineering, as well as technology leadership. Currently serving as the Chief Technologist Automotive at Ansys, she plays a crucial role in shaping the company's Automotive Technology Strategy and developing new simulation workflows aligned with the latest automotive trends such as software-defined vehicles, electrification, assisted driving, and autonomy. In her position, she collaborates closely with Ansys's OEM and Supplier customers to drive digital transformation within their engineering organizations through multi-physics simulation.

In addition to her role at Ansys, Judy Curran serves as an independent corporate board director at FORVIA and MicroVision, providing valuable guidance on the automotive industry and key technologies. Her extensive career includes various executive positions at Ford Motor Company from 1986 to 2018, where she held roles such as Director of Technology Strategy, Vehicle Line Director, and VP of Engineering for Automotive Components Holding LLC. With a background in powertrain controls, software design, and vehicle programs, Judy brings a wealth of expertise and industry knowledge to her current leadership roles in the automotive technology sector.