🔋⚡️ For the first time, Battery Technology is excited to unveil our list of 25 Battery Technology Influencers to Follow! From lithium-ion breakthroughs to solid-state solutions, these experts share invaluable insights on LinkedIn and beyond, inspiring professionals, educators, and enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re an industry insider, a student exploring career opportunities, or simply curious about the future of sustainable energy, this list is your ultimate resource for staying informed and inspired. ⬇️ 1. Aaron Wade: Fast charging enabled by magnets | Battery Costs | Volta Foundation 2. Adam Ragozzino: Principal Analyst, Batteries & e-Powertrains at Omdia 3. Ben M. Wrightsman: Founder of XC TECH 4. Bob Galyen: Company Owner at Galyen Energy, LLC 5. Celina Mikolajczak: Battery Executive 6. Charlie P.: Principal Consultant & Founder at Ratel Consulting LLC 7. Charles Poon: Director, Electrified Propulsion Engineering at Ford Motor Co. 8. Chris Kaiser: President of Plugin 9. Dawn D. New: Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Michigan 10. Evelina Stoikou: Head of Battery Technology & Supply Chain Research at BloombergNEF 11. Greg Less: Director at University of Michigan Battery Lab, Principal Consultant at Bellecour LLC 12. Jim Farley: CEO at Ford Motor Company 13. Jill Pestana: Founder & CEO, Pestana Solutions 14. Dr John Warner: Chief Customer Officer at American Battery Solutions 15. Kurt Kelty: VP of Battery, Propulsion, and Sustainability at General Motors 16. Mary Barra: Chair and Chief Executive Officer at General Motors 17. Michael Sanders: Senior Advisor – Avicenne; President - Sanders Group Enterprises 18. Nitin Tyagi: Principal, Tech Strategy, Data Center Infrastructure (Batteries, Energy Storage & in-Rack Power) at AWS 19. Paul Charles: Co-Founder, American Battery Factory; CEO, President & Founder at Charles & Associates 20. Russell Woolley: Partner at Carpmaels & Ransford 21. Shmuel De-Leon: Founder and President at Shmuel De-Leon Energy Ltd. 22. Stan Whittingham: Distinguished Professor and Director of NECCES and Battery-NY at Binghamton University (SUNY) 23. Dr. Veronika Wright (Obersteiner): Founder of Electrification Academy 24. Vincent Pluvinage, PhD: Invention Capital Partners (Managing Partner) 25. Yen T. Yeh: Executive Director at Volta Foundation https://utm.io/ujmAb
Jill Pestana
4mo
Thrilled to be included alongside so many incredibly impactful folks! ⚡
Paul Charles
4mo
Honored to be included on this list. The talent and impact represented here, from foundational innovators to today’s leaders driving the next wave of electrification, is truly inspiring. Grateful to be part of this community and excited for what we’re all building together.
Russell Woolley
4mo
Thanks for the shoutout!
Humbled and deeply honored to be included among such a distinguished group of seasoned battery colleagues, collaborators, and mentors. Thank you for the shoutout Battery Technology. While we should certainly cell-ebrate the remarkable growth and innovation achieved so far, it is more critical than ever that we continue to work together. Let's maintain this momentum, bringing inspiration and positive influence to the industry that powers nearly everything around us!
Greg Less
4mo
Speechless to have been included on a list with so many worthy and impactful individuals!
Adam Ragozzino
4mo
Wow! Thank you.
Volta Foundation
4mo
So many wonderful names on this list 🎉
Thank you for including me in this list. Truly an honor! It’s inspiring to be in the company of so many people pushing our industry forward. Congratulations to all the other contributors.
Russell Woolley
4mo
Aaron Wade benefitting from alphabetical order!
Thanks for adding me to the list!