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Jennifer Preston

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VP, John Deere Electric Powertrain, CEO Kreisel Electric at John Deere
📍 Moline, Illinois, United States

Jennifer Preston leads John Deeres global electrification strategy as the VP of Electric Powertrain and CEO of its subsidiary, Kreisel Electric. An experienced operations executive with an Electrical Engineering degree from Purdue University, she has a demonstrated history of managing large-scale, international manufacturing and supply chain operations.

Jennifer is a vocal advocate for sustainable technology and innovation in the off-highway vehicle market. She is also passionate about supporting and promoting the talented women in engineering and manufacturing at both John Deere and Kreisel, highlighting their contributions to developing cutting-edge battery technology.

TIME Magazine named her one of the 100 Most Influential Climate Leaders of 2025 for her work bringing electric-powered agricultural tractors to market.

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Experience
9 Years
Current Role
VP, John Deere Electric Powertrain, CEO Kreisel Electric
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States
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Electrification Strategy
She is spearheading John Deere's goal to deliver viable low- and near-zero-carbon power solutions by 2026 through her dual leadership role.
Battery Technology
She is overseeing the global expansion of Kreisel's battery production, including a new factory in North Carolina to serve the North American off-highway market.
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Career

Work history

2-2022
VP, John Deere Electric Powertrain, CEO Kreisel Electric
John Deere
1-2020 - 2-2022
Global Director Of Manufacturing Operations, John Deere Power Systems
John Deere
3-2017 - 1-2020
Global Director, Operations at John Deere Construction & Forestry
John Deere
11-2011 - 3-2017
Director, Global Service Part Supply and Processes
John Deere
7-2008 - 12-2011
Manager, Service Parts Region 4, John Deere Ag & Turf Division
John Deere
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Education
1990 - 1994
BS
Purdue University
1995 - 1999
MBA
University of Northern Iowa
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