Technology is the focus for electric vehicle manufacturers
1. Marc Winterhoff
Job From: Senior Partner at Roland Berger
Job To: Chief Operating Officer at Lucid Motors
“I couldn’t be more excited to join Lucid and be part of such a stellar group” - Marc Winterhoff
Formerly a Senior Partner at Roland Berger, Winterhoff shifted to electrification and took on the position of Chief Operating Officer at Lucid Motors. This was in the same month that Lucid unveiled its latest addition to the EV range, Gravity, which is the company’s luxury SUV model built for sustainability and prestige.
As the new COO, a role created at the time, Winterhoff will report to CEO and CTO Peter Rawlinson.
“We are delighted to welcome Marc to Lucid,” said Peter Rawlinson, CEO and CTO, Lucid Group. “His keen insight into consumer and technology trends and operational expertise within the automotive industry in North America, Europe, and China make him the ideal leader to help propel us into the next phase of our growth.”
2. Kyle Vogt
Job From: CEO of Cruise (owned by General Motors)
Job To: TBC
The news in November 2023 suggested that Vogt left the company due to his concerns around the safety of driverless cars. While there was no formal shift for him the former CEO will likely be resourceful in his pursuits.
He previously founded a few companies before Cruise, including the interactive live-streaming service Twitch.
3. Carlo Materazzo
Job From: Head of Manufacturing Synthesis at Stellantis
Job To: Vice President Logistics at Rivian Automotive
“I'm extremely excited about becoming a part of Rivian's team and contributing to the advancement of a more sustainable world,” says Materazzo. He joins the EV business from his position at one of the largest automakers in the world and will deliver world-class manufacturing expertise.
4. YoonJung Ahn
Job From: Design Head at Waymo
Job To: Executive VP, of the Samsung Design Management Centre
In 2012, YoonJung Ahn first worked with Google, leading its autonomous driving arm Waymo. As one of those involved in the production of the first AV prototype Firefly, she now moves on to work in Samsung Electronics Co and lead the Design Management Centre.
5. Guan Haitao
Job From: Chief Marketing Officer at Huawei
Job To: Head of Marketing at Zeekr
Haitao’s appointment provides insight into current EV industry trends. Moving from the smartphone maker to the Head of Marketing role at Geely Motors’ Zeekr puts Haitao at the forefront of the changing technology environment, which now focuses on incorporating vehicles into the digital ecosystem.
6. Arnhelm Mittelbach
Job From: VP Production Engines at Mercedes-Benz AG
Job To: VP Manufacturing at Rivian Automotive
Declared a ‘veteran’ by global media—and rightly so—Mittlebach joins the all-electric business following a long list of positions at Mercedes-Benz AG. Having served 20+ years in the company, his efforts shifted to oversee the manufacturing of one of the most talked about businesses in the EV industry.
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