Robert (Bob) L. Galyen, age 69, is recognized as one of the top executives in the battery energy storage world and within scientific/engineering-based communities. He is a highly sought-after public speaker as a subject matter expert in batteries. His positions as CTO of CATL (the world’s largest battery manufacturer), past Chairman of SAE International Battery Standards Steering Committee, Chairman Emeritus and CTO of NAATbatt International, provides him a unique leadership perspective in the global battery industry. His degrees in chemistry and biology, along with 47 years of engineering experience and international executive roles, provide him with a unique view in a leadership or consulting role in cross functional technology areas. He has patents, publications and participates on multiple BOD’s and TAB’s. The 47 years’ international work experience has given him a visionary perspective on worldwide business, making him uniquely qualified as a global energy storage and scientific/engineering community thought leader. His manufacturing experience qualifies him as one of the top Lithium-Ion Battery producers (CATL) and Lead Acid Battery producers (Delco Remy Division of GM) in the world. He presently works with over 8 different battery systems in his consulting roles on 5 continents. Bob is married to Susan, with 3 children and 8 grandchildren.