Leadership
You Can trust

Exoben is led by a hands-on team that builds, tests, and executes.

Real leadership. Real progress.

Kofi Akomeah

- Chief Executive Officer

22+ years of experience across clean energy, advanced technology, and large infrastructure projects. Responsible for company strategy, execution, and long-term value creation.

Hiroshi Takamura

- SVP, Technology

18+ years of experience in advanced battery systems and energy technology. A pioneer in sodium-ion battery innovation, leading the development and scaling of Exoben’s core battery platforms.

Zhao Weisheng

- Head of Operations

22+ years of experience in large-scale operations, execution, and infrastructure delivery. Oversees global operations and system deployment.

Laurence Margate

- Head of Finance

10+ years of experience in financial planning, reporting, and capital strategy. Ensures strong financial discipline and supports long-term growth and investment execution.

Kazuki Naruse

- Battery Cell Engineer

12+ years of experience in battery cell design and performance optimization. Focused on advancing high-efficiency, scalable cell architectures.

Devansh Kulkarni

- BMS Engineer

10+ years of experience in battery management systems, focusing on safety, monitoring, and performance optimization of advanced battery packs.

Ayaka Fujihara

-  Thermal Systems Engineer

11+ years of experience in thermal management and cooling systems for batteries. Ensures safety, efficiency, and durability under demanding conditions.

Kaito Fujita

- Automotive Systems Engineer

9+ years of experience in vehicle systems integration and performance. Works on optimizing energy systems for mobility applications.

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Michael Apphia

- Head of Investor Relations

16+ years of experience in investor communications, engagement, and capital markets. Builds strong relationships with global investors and stakeholders.

Dae-Hoon Lim

- Mechanical Design Engineer

10+ years of experience in mechanical system design and structural optimization. Focuses on durability and precision engineering.

Xie Chenghao

- Power Electronics Engineer

12+ years of experience in power conversion systems and high-efficiency electronics. Works on optimizing energy flow and system performance.

Irene Boatemaa Ado

-  Head of Compliance

14+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, governance, and risk management. Ensures adherence to global financial and operational standards.

Nishant Bhatia

- Energy Systems Engineer

10+ years of experience in integrated energy systems and storage solutions. Supports system design and optimization across platforms.

Naoya Kurata

- Grid Integration Engineer

12+ years of experience in grid connectivity and energy distribution systems. Ensures seamless integration of energy solutions into existing grids.

Ryota Uehara

- EV Charging Systems Engineer

18+ years of experience in EV charging infrastructure and system performance. Supports development of fast and scalable charging solutions.

Phuc Tran Quango

- Infrastructure Engineer

8+ years of experience in infrastructure development and deployment. Supports large-scale project execution and system rollout.

Shaarvin Iyer

-  Power Distribution Engineer

9+ years of experience in electrical distribution systems and reliability. Focuses on efficient energy delivery across networks.

Joon-Seok Hwang

- Embedded Software Engineer

7+ years of experience in embedded systems for energy and battery platforms. Focuses on performance, reliability, and system control.

Saanvika Rajagopalan

- AI & Data Engineer

6+ years of experience in data analytics and AI-driven optimization. Supports intelligent energy system performance and insights.

Kazuya Nishimura

- Manufacturing Engineer

17+ years of experience in production processes and manufacturing efficiency. Supports scalable and high-quality system production.

Zhao Liyun

- Process Engineer

15+ years of experience in process optimization and system efficiency. Works on improving production and operational workflows.

Tetsuro Nishimura

-  Quality Assurance Engineer

11+ years of experience in quality assurance, testing, and validation. Ensures product reliability and compliance.

Nishant Rawat

- Field Engineer

5+ years of experience in on-site deployment, testing, and maintenance. Ensures systems perform effectively in real-world conditions.

Rizwan Hakim

- Installation Engineer

19+ years of experience in system installation and setup across projects. Ensures precision and reliability during deployment.

Devanshi Chatterjee

- Product Manager

8+ years of experience in product strategy, development, and execution. Bridges engineering and market needs to deliver high-impact solutions.