Sohel Merchant, Chief Innovation Officer, EKA MobilityEKA Mobility, an electric vehicle and technology company, has appointed Sohel Merchant as its Chief Innovation Officer. Merchant brings over 20 years of automotive industry experience to EKA, having worked at companies like Canoo, Tesla, Faraday Future, and Ford. This appointment strengthens EKA's leadership team and highlights the company's growing presence in the global EV market.
Experience
Sohel Merchant's extensive background includes vehicle engineering and program management. His previous role was co-founder and CTO at Canoo, where he focused on developing innovative electric platforms and vehicles. These vehicles were designed for various sectors, including commercial applications, the US Department of Defence, and NASA.
During his time at Tesla, Merchant contributed to the design of the Model S and Model X. These vehicles are recognized for their innovative design and performance standards. His combined experience positions him to lead innovation at EKA.
“I am honored to join EKA Mobility at such a transformative time in the EV industry. I look forward to working with the team to create great and valuable EV solutions,” stated Sohel Merchant.
EKA founder and chairman, Dr. Sudhir Mehta, expressed enthusiasm about Merchant joining the company. Mehta emphasized the significance of Merchant's global experience and its contribution to EKA's leadership team. He believes EKA is well-positioned to drive the electric mobility revolution with this strengthened team.
“We are excited to welcome Sohel Merchant as Chief Innovation Officer at EKA Mobility. With his invaluable global experience, Sohel joins EKA’s robust senior leadership team, which now stands as one of the strongest in the industry. Together with our global management team, EKA is well-positioned to lead the electric mobility revolution, delivering cutting-edge solutions and redefining the future of sustainable transportation.”
Shaping the green mobility future for the company
Merchant holds a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from the University of Iowa. His career spans the international automotive industry, showcasing his expertise in strategic innovation and leadership. EKA views this appointment as a significant step towards shaping the future of green mobility. The company sees Merchant’s experience as key to developing and implementing cutting-edge EV solutions. His leadership will be instrumental in driving innovation and solidifying EKA’s position in the evolving EV market.
The company aims to be at the forefront of sustainable transportation solutions. This appointment underscores EKA's commitment to innovation and its ambition to be a leading force in the global electric mobility sector. EKA is poised to contribute significantly to the ongoing transformation of the automotive industry. The addition of Merchant to the leadership team strengthens the company's ability to achieve its goals in the expanding EV market.
