Chris Slesak

Chris Slesak is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in the transportation and automotive industries. Currently serving as Chief Product Officer at Traxen since June 2022, Chris focuses on leveraging AI and data to deliver innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce emissions in the transportation sector. Previous roles include Head of Product at ELMS, where strategic operations and technology roadmaps for electric vehicles were developed, and Business Unit Director at Koch Industries, overseeing electric vehicle and new market initiatives. Chris has also held significant positions at Road-iQ, Delphi Automotive Systems, Hyundai Kia America Technical Center, Hyundai Electronics Division, Ford Motor Company, and Visteon, with a strong emphasis on product management, business development, and technological innovation. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Engineering from Purdue University and a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Michigan State University.