GM's Betsy Ancker-Johnson, acclaimed scientist, leaves behind legacy of firsts

Betsy Ancker-Johnson (General Motors Co.)

August 05, 2020 07:48 PM

Forty-one years ago, acclaimed scientist Betsy Ancker-Johnson attended her first meeting in the General Motors boardroom as the Detroit automaker's vice president for environmental activities.

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