Jason Gies

Inspirer
DISC Type : di

Business Development - Semi at Tesla

Troy, Michigan, United States

Overview

Jason Gies is a leader in commercial trucking electrification, currently driving business development for the Tesla Semi. His career includes building North American operations for Windrose Technology and leading fleet solutions at ABB E-mobility. Educated at the Illinois Institute of Technology, he focuses on scaling EV programs and removing friction for fleets.

Through his consultancy, ElectriGoose Advisors, Jason applies his expertise to personal-scale projects. He advises on home charging, property electrical upgrades, and recreational watercraft electrification, showing a passion for simplifying clean energy adoption beyond commercial fleets.

Jason is a listed inventor on multiple patents, including designs for an "Armored Air Spring Assembly" and a "Four-link Independent Suspension. "

Personality Overview

Generous

Achievment Oriented

Charming & Persuasive

They usually prefer to drive the conversation.  They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials. They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.

Topics They Care About

Commercial EV Scaling
His career is focused on moving electric trucks from concept to mass production and real-world deployment, as seen in his roles at Tesla, Windrose, and ABB.
Charging Infrastructure
He has consistently stated that robust charging infrastructure is "hypercritical" for successful EV adoption and has directed integration and testing efforts.
Zero-Emission Policy
As a board member for Clean Fuels Michigan, he supports statewide efforts to advance clean transportation policy and align industry with regulators.

Media Appearances

EV talent: Jason Gies, formerly Head of Operations North America moves to Tesla Semi team. Featured in EV Wire

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Tesla is gearing up to sell its electric semi truck, poaches key sales executives. Featured in Electrek

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Work History

12-2025
Business Development - Semi at Tesla
2-2024
Electrification Consultant at ElectriGoose Advisors
1-2022
Board Member at Clean Fuels Michigan
2-2025 - 11-2025
Head of Operations for North America at Windrose Technology
11-2023 - 12-2024
Vice President, Global OEMs and North American Fleet Solutions at ABB E-mobility

Education

2008 - 2012
Industrial Technology and Management from Illinois Institute of Technology
1998 - 2001
AS from Macomb Community College

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Exp : 3 Location : Troy, Michigan, United States Job Level : Junior Designation : Business Development - Semi at Tesla
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Insights For Selling To Jason

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Refer to testimonials from well known people to highlight the value of your product
  • Clearly address the competitive aspects
  • Get them to a point where they are ready to bat for your product internally

DONT's

  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don’t be very informal even if they are being so themselves

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jason is

  • Belief in the value of the product, relationship and a sense of accomplishment matter the most.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jason

  • They are not shy of saying no if they do not develop trust in your product.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jason move?

  • They can take fast decisions if they develop conviction in the product and find you trustworthy.
  • Can Jason take some risk or not?

  • They have the capability of taking risky decisions if necessary.

You And Jason

Personality Compatibility


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