Tom Fux replaces Michel Ayat as AWR Automotive CEO: Homegrown family business group AW Rostamani appointed Tom Fux (LinkedIn) as the new CEO of its automotive division, succeeding Michel Ayat, who stepped down after 34 years, it said in a press release. Ayat will remain with the group as a board advisor. Fux brings over 25 years of experience across 53 countries, including leadership roles like managing director at Toyota Adria, president of Toyota Germany, and CEO of KINTO Europe.