Tarryn Knight
Head of Marketing, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa
A passionate marketing leader with more than 20 years of experience in the automotive sector, Tarryn Knight is deeply versed in navigating the complexities of brand strategy and performance marketing. Currently serving as a Head of Marketing for a global automotive leader, she has spent two decades refining a skill set that spans product portfolio management, PR, and the large-scale implementation of integrated marketing campaigns.
Tarryn is recognised for her ability to launch disruptive technologies—most notably leading the introduction of electric vehicle portfolios in the premium space—and for managing high-stakes partnerships within global networks. Her leadership style is defined by a commitment to brand purpose and the development of high-performing, collaborative teams.
Outside of her professional role, Tarryn draws on a disciplined background in classical ballet and various dance disciplines. She is also an active golfer, a pursuit she values for the focus and resilience it demands.
Tarryn is recognised for her ability to launch disruptive technologies—most notably leading the introduction of electric vehicle portfolios in the premium space—and for managing high-stakes partnerships within global networks. Her leadership style is defined by a commitment to brand purpose and the development of high-performing, collaborative teams.
Outside of her professional role, Tarryn draws on a disciplined background in classical ballet and various dance disciplines. She is also an active golfer, a pursuit she values for the focus and resilience it demands.
