CRISALION Mobility has appointed Manuel Heredia Ortiz as CEO, taking over from founder Carlos Poveda, who will remain at the company as a board member and shareholder
Since joining CRISALION Mobility over a year ago, Heredia Ortiz has played an instrumental role in designing strategy and delivering on the ambitious corporate roadmap for company’s various business divisions, aimed at delivering the electric air and ground mobility of the future. Manuel boasts over two decades’ international experience and has held positions at various aviation sector leaders, playing a key role in deploying innovative solutions.
Before joining CRISALION Mobility, he held various positions at Airbus Defence & Space, the defense division at Airbus, including CEO of Airbus Poland and VP Head of the A400M series, a military transport aircraft. Manuel has also been actively involved in aviation projects related to training and new technologies. Originally from Jaén, Manuel Heredia Ortiz has a Degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Seville, a Doctorate from the University of Sheffield and an MBA from HEC Paris Business School.
Carlos Poveda, Founder of CRISALION Mobility, said; “I am delighted to be able to hand over to Manuel Heredia, with whom I have had the opportunity to work closely over the last few months. I have no doubt that Manuel is the best candidate to take the project forward and I have the utmost confidence in him in this new role. I will be closely following and supporting the company’s progress.”
Manuel Heredia, CEO of CRISALION Mobility, commented; “I am very proud to take on the responsibility of leading such a talented team. I am excited about what we have built so far and everything the future holds, and I am hugely grateful for the trust that has been placed in me.”
