Energy Plug is pleased to welcomes Travis Gabert as Vice-President of Sales to Lead Commercialization of New Battery Storage Systems. Mr. Gabert's extensive career covers cell manufacturing as well as battery system design and assembly, with leadership roles in OEM battery solutions across a wide range of industries, including medical devices, heavy industry, and renewable energy. His technical expertise is complemented by a proven ability to engage with customers, adapt products to specific requirements, and deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions.
At Energy Plug, Mr. Gabert is expected to play a critical role in introducing to the market the Company's next-generation battery storage systems sourced from strategic partnerships, including the joint venture with Malahat Battery Technologies Corp., which is developing the world's first Indigenous-led Malahat Nation battery Gigafactory on Vancouver Island. These advanced systems are designed to meet the energy storage needs of diverse sectors, including utilities, mining, data centres, bulk energy storage, and residential applications.
"As a member of the Haida Nation, I am honoured to be joining Energy Plug at such a pivotal moment in its growth," said Mr. Gabert. "The opportunity to contribute to a company that is not only at the forefront of energy innovation but also deeply committed to Indigenous-led projects is incredibly exciting. We expect that our battery gigafactory will serve both the Canadian and international markets, delivering world-class energy solutions with a focus on sustainability and community partnership."
Mr. Gabert's previous roles include senior leadership positions at Totex Manufacturing, EaglePicher, and Excell Battery Company, where he led multidisciplinary teams in product development, engineering, sales, and project management. Notably, his expertise in SolidWorks CAD design, project planning, and regulatory compliance makes him uniquely qualified to lead the introduction of Energy Plug's customised energy storage systems to the market. His ability to negotiate with customers, optimise product designs, and manage large-scale projects will be useful in driving the Company's sales growth as it enters a new phase of commercialization.
"Travis has a unique combination of technical and sales expertise," said Broderick Gunning, CEO of Energy Plug. "His experience working across different facets of the energy storage industry-from battery chemistry to custom OEM designs-makes him the ideal leader to expand our customer base and accelerate sales. Moreover, his connections to Indigenous communities reflect Energy Plug's commitment to building sustainable and equitable partnerships."
With his deep industry knowledge and extensive leadership background, Gabert is set to guide Energy Plug's sales strategy, building relationships with key stakeholders and customers, while promoting the Company's mission of driving sustainable energy solutions worldwide.
