Greenville Leader

According to Proterra's website, current president Gareth Joyce will be appointed as the electric transit bus manufacturer's new CEO.

“It has been a privilege to serve as CEO of Proterra, and I could not be more proud of how we have come together to redefine the commercial vehicle industry," Jack Allen, retiring CEO said, according to Proterra's website. "Since I joined the company’s board in 2017, we’ve grown tremendously, expanding our technology, scaling our operations and delivering more EV (electric vehicle) solutions to customers every year. With our public listing now behind us and the company bigger and stronger than ever, now is the right time for me to retire and transition and focus on serving on the board. Gareth is the right person to lead Proterra forward into its next phase. He has extensive experience building and running high-performance organizations and an intimate understanding of Proterra’s business. Our board is confident he will lead the execution of our growth strategies and advance our goal of realizing a future of clean, quiet transportation for all.”

Proterra announced on Dec. 9 that Joyce will succeed Jack Allen as CEO and join the company’s board of directors, effective Saturday, Jan. 1.

“I am excited to lead this great organization and build on the momentum we have created," Joyce said, according to Proterra's website. "I know firsthand how our technology and the purpose-driven nature of our company have set Proterra apart from our peers and positioned us for long-term success. Thanks to Jack’s leadership, Proterra has a strong foundation in place. As the race towards a zero-emissions future continues, I am confident we will continue playing a central role in electrifying the commercial vehicle sector for years to come. As CEO, I will be committed to working with our incredibly talented team to provide customers with best-in-class electric buses and technology, growing our share of the EV market and creating long-term value for shareholders.”

Allen will retire as CEO but will continue to serve on the company’s board as non-executive chairman.

Karina Franco Padilla has been appointed CFO, also beginning Saturday, Jan. 1. Padilla brings more than 25 years of experience overseeing corporate and business unit finances.