SPI Energy's Phoenix Motorcars Appoints Former Daimler and Karma Automotive Executive as its New CEO
SPI Energy Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: SPI) announced the appointment of Lance Zhou, Ph.D., as the new CEO of its subsidiary, Phoenix Motorcars, effective March 28, 2022. Dr. Zhou brings extensive experience from prior roles at Karma Automotive and Daimler AG, among others. He aims to leverage the existing foundation at Phoenix to enhance growth in the EV market. The previous CEO, Joe Mitchell, is acknowledged for his contributions in positioning the company for future development. This leadership change is poised to accelerate the company's expansion in the rapidly evolving electric vehicle sector.
- Appointment of Lance Zhou, Ph.D., as CEO expected to bolster leadership with extensive industry experience.
- Dr. Zhou's background in luxury EVs may enhance Phoenix Motorcars' market position.
- Continued board involvement of Dr. Zhou indicates stability in leadership.
- Transition period may disrupt continuity in strategic initiatives at Phoenix Motorcars.
SANTA CLARA, CA / ACCESSWIRE / March 24, 2022 / SPI Energy Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ:SPI), a global renewable energy company and provider of solar storage and electric vehicle (EV) solutions for business, residential, government, logistics and utility customers and investors, today announced its wholly owned Phoenix Motorcars subsidiary has appointed auto industry veteran Lance Zhou, Ph.D., as its Executive Director and new Chief Executive Officer, effective March 28, 2022.
Prior to joining Phoenix Motorcars, Dr. Zhou was CEO of Karma Automotive, an Irvine, California-based manufacturer of luxury EVs. Previously, Dr. Zhou was CEO and President of Beijing Foton Daimler Automotive from July 2015 to January 2018, while serving as Level 1 Vice President of Daimler AG Global and Senior Director of Daimler Greater China Ltd., the Chinese operating division for commercial vehicle of Mercedes-Benz Group from April 2014 to January 2018. Prior to joining Daimler, Dr. Zhou was CEO of NAVECO, a joint venture of Iveco of Fiat and Nanjing Auto, and served on its board of directors from March 2007 to April 2014.
Dr. Zhou has been nominated as a member of the board of directors of Phoenix Motorcars since Nov 2021 and will continue to serve on the board after assuming his new role as CEO on March 28, 2022.
"I am excited to join Phoenix Motorcars at this important time in its ongoing evolution," commented Zhou. "The groundwork already laid provides a solid foundation moving forward, and I look forward to working together with the talented Phoenix team to drive long-term success in the rapidly growing EV market."
"Lance is a tremendous addition to our team, and his experience and resources will help Phoenix Motorcars expand to the next level as it grows operations globally," said Xiaofeng Denton Peng, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of SPI Energy. "I also want to recognize the contribution and efforts of Joe Mitchell, who travelled between Colorado and California during his tenure at Phoenix. Joe has been a great asset to our team over the last year, he has positioned the company well for accelerated growth in the quarters ahead, and we thank him for his exceptional service."
About Phoenix Motorcars
Phoenix Motorcars is a leader in developing medium-duty electric vehicles for commercial markets with a primary focus on class 3 & 4 vehicles. Phoenix Motorcars strives to provide fleets with clean transportation and renewable energy through advanced technology solutions and remains committed to excellence in electric vehicle innovation. Phoenix Motorcars offers a range of vehicle configurations, including shuttle buses, utility trucks, service trucks, flatbed trucks, walk-in vans, cargo trucks and school buses. For more information, please visit www.phoenixmotorcars.com.
About SPI Energy
SPI Energy Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: SPI) is a global renewable energy company and provider of solar storage and electric vehicle (EV) solutions that was founded in 2006 in Roseville, California and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
The company has three core divisions: SolarJuice residential solar, the commercial & utility solar division comprised of SPI Solar and Orange Power, and the EdisonFuture/Phoenix Motor EV division. SolarJuice is the leader in renewable energy system solutions for residential and small commercial markets and has extensive operations in the Asia Pacific and North America markets. The commercial & utility solar division provides a full spectrum of EPC services to third party project developers, and develops, owns and operates solar projects that sell electricity to the grid in multiple regions, including the U.S., U.K., and Europe. Phoenix Motor is a leader in medium-duty commercial electric vehicles, and is developing EV charger solutions, electric pickup trucks, electric forklifts, and other EV products.
SPI maintains global operations in North America, Australia, Asia and Europe and is also targeting strategic investment opportunities in fast growing green energy industries such as battery storage, charging stations, and other EVs which leverage the Company's expertise and substantial solar cash flow.
For more information on SPI Energy and its subsidiaries, the Company recommends that stockholders, investors and any other interested parties read the Company's public filings and press releases available under the Investor Relations section at www.SPIgroups.com or available at www.sec.gov.
Forward-Looking Statements
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