Expion360 appointed tech industry veteran, innovator and business leader Tien Q. Nguyen to its board of directors.
Nguyen brings more than 30 years of entrepreneurial and senior-level experience in driving innovation in electrical technology, including product financing, engineering, development and commercialization.
He founded and served as CEO, chairman and director for companies across various industries, from energy storage and wireless semiconductors to AI software, including several successful exits.
Coinciding with his appointment, Expion360 co-founder, President and Chief Operating Officer Paul Shoun, was elected chairman of the board.
Company CEO Brian Schaffner was appointed to serve as a member of the board.
Expion360’s board now has five directors, three of whom are independent.
“Tien’s history of accomplishment with technological innovation and business success, including deep experience with electrical engineering, manufacturing, utilities and government regulations, will be immensely valuable for Expion360 as we further our IP development and prepare to enter adjacent markets,” Shoun said. “This includes high growth market verticals, such as home energy storage and industrial applications, with a number of new products entering late-stage development.”
Nguyen served as chief strategy officer of On-Ramp Wireless (now Ingenu), CEO of AppleTree Educational Center, executive vice president of CommASIC and CEO of Linksys Consulting.
“I am excited to join Expion360 at this pivotal stage in its growth and evolution,” Nguyen said, “as demonstrated by several new major OEM partners and entrance into the smart battery and light electric vehicle markets, as well as the rapid expansion of its distribution network. I believe I can help Expion360 advance into home energy storage and further broaden its market opportunities. E360 batteries’ long-life cycle, cost-effectiveness, and premium modular packaging enables us to address several market applications. They can offer an attractive ROI by reducing upfront investment and offsetting rising energy costs.”
