American Battery Technology Company Appoints Steven Wu as New COO Amid Commercial Expansion

American Battery Technology Company (ABAT), a critical battery materials firm focused on the commercialization of primary battery minerals manufacturing and lithium-ion battery recycling technologies, has announced the appointment of Steven Wu as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Wu joins ABTC with a robust background in scaling innovative technologies into large-scale manufacturing operations, a critical capability as the company intensifies its efforts to establish a resilient battery metals supply chain for its North American customers. ABTC CEO Ryan Melsert expressed enthusiasm about Wu's addition to the team, noting his relevant expertise in scaling commercial operations and building high-productivity teams. Melsert emphasized that Wu's experience aligns perfectly with ABTC's current phase, transitioning from design and commissioning to full-scale commercial operations.

Wu’s career includes significant roles in operationalizing new technologies at global companies. At Rivian, he was instrumental in scaling product operations and managing partnerships. His tenure at Nuro involved leading revenue generation initiatives and operational scale-ups, while at Uber and Apple, Wu focused on managing global supply chains and production scaling.