Former General Motors Federal Government Sales Leader Ronald Dixon to Lead Mullen’s EV Charge for US Government Fleet Sales
December 09 2022 - 8:00AM
via InvestorWire -- Mullen Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: MULN)
(“Mullen” or the “Company”), an emerging electric vehicle (“EV”)
manufacturer, announces today the hiring of Ronald Dixon as General
Manager of Government Sales with a focus on U.S. government vehicle
procurement programs.
Dixon brings 42 years of automotive experience, including over
20 years leading General Motors’ Federal Government Fleet Sales
Team. Leading all aspects of bidding, contract approvals and
price negotiations, Dixon was responsible for selling over 500,000
units to the U.S. federal government over the course of his
career.
“Bringing on a seasoned government sales expert like Ron aligns
perfectly with Mullen’s 100% EV product portfolio and the federal
government’s desire to significantly increase their fleets with
electric vehicles,” said John Schwegman, Chief Commercial Officer
of Mullen Automotive.
The Biden administration issued an executive order in 2021
focused on revitalizing the electric-vehicle (EV) program of the
U.S. government, requiring the replacement of the government’s
entire fleet of about 650,000 vehicles with American-made EVs.
Currently today, approximately 1% of the federal fleet consists of
EV vehicles. Dixon’s focus will be centered on establishing
Mullen’s EV lineup within the overall federal fleet procurement
process. Mullen’s lineup includes Commercial Class 1-3 EVs
and Bollinger Motors, which features both the B1 and B2 electric
SUV trucks and Class 4-6 commercial offerings.
“This was a strategic move on our part to bring Ron in and open
the door to government fleet sales opportunities,” said David
Michery, CEO and chairman of Mullen Automotive. “His
experience is a perfect match for us and our vision for commercial
EV sales success.”
About MullenMullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN) is
a Southern California-based automotive company building the next
generation of electric vehicles (EVs) that will be manufactured in
its two United States-based assembly plants. Mullen's EV
development portfolio includes the Mullen FIVE EV Crossover, Mullen
Commercial Class 1-3 EVs and Bollinger Motors, which features both
the B1 and B2 electric SUV trucks and Class 4-6 commercial
offerings. The Mullen FIVE, the Company's first electric crossover,
is slated for delivery in 2025 and features an award-winning design
and its patented PERSONA technology that utilizes facial
recognition to personalize the driving experience for every
individual. On Sept. 7, 2022, Bollinger Motors became a
majority-owned EV truck company of Mullen Automotive and on Dec. 1,
2022, Mullen closed on the acquisition of all Electric Last Mile
Solutions' (“ELMS”) assets including all IP and a 650,000 square
foot plant in Mishawaka, Indiana.
To learn more about the company, visit www.MullenUSA.com.
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predict. Examples of such risks and uncertainties include but are
not limited to: (i) whether the appointment of Ronald Dixon will be
beneficial to the Company; (ii) whether the Company will deliver
its vehicles within the slated timelines; (iii) Mullen’s ability
(or inability) to obtain additional financing in sufficient amounts
or on acceptable terms when needed; (iv) Mullen's ability to
maintain existing, and secure additional, contracts with
manufacturers, parts and other service providers relating to its
business; (v) Mullen’s ability to successfully expand in existing
markets and enter new markets; (vi) Mullen’s ability to
successfully manage and integrate any acquisitions of businesses,
solutions or technologies; (vii) unanticipated operating costs,
transaction costs and actual or contingent liabilities; (viii) the
ability to attract and retain qualified employees and key
personnel; (ix) adverse effects of increased competition on
Mullen’s business; (x) changes in government licensing and
regulation that may adversely affect Mullen’s business; (xi) the
risk that changes in consumer behavior could adversely affect
Mullen’s business; (xii) Mullen’s ability to protect its
intellectual property; and (xiii) local, industry and general
business and economic conditions. Additional factors that could
cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or
implied in the forward-looking statements can be found in the most
recent annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q
and current reports on Form 8-K filed by Mullen with the Securities
and Exchange Commission. Mullen anticipates that subsequent events
and developments may cause its plans, intentions and expectations
to change. Mullen assumes no obligation, and it specifically
disclaims any intention or obligation, to update any
forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information,
future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by law.
Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made
and should not be relied upon as representing Mullen’s plans and
expectations as of any subsequent date.
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