Solid Power, Inc., a developer of solid-state battery technology, is thrilled to announce the appointment of John Van Scoter as the President, Chief Executive Officer, and Class I Director, effective June 14, 2023. With his extensive expertise in renewable energy and successful track record in commercializing cutting-edge technologies, Mr. Van Scoter is poised to lead Solid Power into a new era of growth and innovation.

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A Strong Leader to Steer Solid Power's Growth

Solid Power's decision to bring on John Van Scoter as the new CEO and President reflects the board's unwavering confidence in his abilities. Mr. Van Scoter's broad knowledge of renewable energy and his impressive achievements in scaling technologies to commercial success make him the ideal candidate to guide Solid Power forward. His appointment is expected to further accelerate the company's journey towards commercialization, facilitate the rapid scaling of production and development, and generate long-term value for shareholders.

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Continued Support from Solid Power's Interim CEO

Dave Jansen, who served as the Interim CEO, President, and Chair of Solid Power, will continue to contribute to the company's success in his new role as Chairperson of the Board. Mr. Jansen's steadfast commitment since the inception of Solid Power has been invaluable in establishing a strong foundation for the company. With his transition to an advisory role, Mr. Jansen will provide valuable support to Mr. Van Scoter, ensuring a seamless leadership transition.

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A Proven Track Record of Success

Mr. Van Scoter's distinguished career is marked by his accomplishments in developing, commercializing, and maturing renewable energy and other groundbreaking technologies. Notably, he played a pivotal role in bringing DLP® technology to market during his tenure at Texas Instruments, where it became the industry gold standard for digital displays. As CEO of eSolar, he successfully transformed the company's business model, making solar energy systems with scalable batteries financially viable. Additionally, at SRI International, he played a key role in maturing and transitioning artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced imaging technologies into the marketplace.