POWER SYSTEMS RESEARCH - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Research Analyst
- Research Analyst, South Asia Operations
Aditya Kondejkar is a Research Analyst and work's in Power Systems Research's Pune office in India. Aditya holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and pursued his MBA in Marketing. He has 4+ years of work experience and before joining PSR; he has worked as a QA-Warranty engineer for Piaggio Vehicles' engine plant and most recently in the B2B and B2C market research industry.
Job Titles:
- Far East and Southeast Asia Research Analyst
- Korean Battery Companies Increase Sales Significantly
- Research Analyst - Far East and Southeast Asia
- Research Analyst, Far East
- Toyota and Chiyoda Develop Hydrogen Production System
Akihiro Komuro is Research Analyst, Far East and Southeast Asia for Power Systems Research
Akihiro Komuro is the Far East and Southeast Asia Research Analyst for Power Systems Research. He is responsible for collecting pertinent market data, executing special projects, analyzing forecast trends, and updating all information related to Japan, South Korea, and the nations of Southeast Asia. Mr. Komuro has extensive experience in the precision instrument and machinery markets where he was engaged in B to B marketing and sales of seismographs. He was actively engaged in international trading of marine engine parts, as well as project management in the development of motorcycle parking systems for both government and private agencies. Mr. Komuro studied sociology at Shukutoku University in Japan, and has been an analyst with Power Systems Research since March 2015.
Ashok Leyland. One of India's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, Ashok Leyland has announced plans to invest ₹1,000 crore in setting up an integrated commercial vehicle (CV) and electric bus (e-bus) manufacturing plant in Uttar Pradesh. This plant is expected to have a planned production capacity of 2,500 buses annually, with the potential for expansion to 5,000 buses per year.
Barbara Dick is Vice President and Controller at Power Systems Research. She is responsible for managing accounting, payroll and Human Resources. Barbara has been supporting Power Systems Research global operations since 1988. Prior to joining Power Systems Research, Barbara worked as a veterinary technician and managed an EAP Services office in Florida.
Barbara Dick is Vice President and Controller at Power Systems Research. She is responsible for managing accounting, payroll and Human Resources. Barbara has been supporting Power Systems Research global operations since 1988. Prior to joining Power Systems Research, Barbara worked as a veterinary technician and managed an EAP Services office in Florida.
Job Titles:
- Managing Director of South America
Carlos Briganti is the Managing Director of South America for Power Systems Research. Prior to joining Power Systems Research in 2012, Carlos has held several senior positions in the automotive and auto parts industry internationally. He was President and General Manager of Eaton Corp - Truck Transmissions, Latin America, and General Manager of Eaton Transmissions, Europe and Japan. Carlos has also been an active Board member of the ABM - Metallurgy Brazilian Association, member of Consulting Board of SAE -Society of Automotive Engineers, Brazil; as well he spent several years as a member of General Motors South America Supplier Council and Sindipecas - Brazilian Autoparts Association. Carlos holds a Bachelor's degree in Material Engineering from the Universidade Federal of Sao Carlos and a Master's degree in Metallurgical Engineering from Escola Politecnica, Universidade Sao Paulo.
Job Titles:
- Senior Analyst Global Operations
- Senior Analyst, Global Operations at Power Systems Researech
Carol Turner is responsible for all OELinkTM North America segments with a specialization in OEM energy solutions applications. Carol graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Business & Journalism degree and then spent seven years working as an Analyst at OEM Data in Maastricht, Holland. She has been with Power Systems Research since October 2001 and has over 17 years of experience in market research.
Job Titles:
- Senior Commercial Vehicle Analyst
Energy and the environment are the issues that will redefine the trucking industry over the next decade. That's what Chris Spear, president and CEO of the American Trucking Associations, told a room full of industry experts in November at the annual Cummins-Meritor and Pressure Systems International fleet technology event held in San Antonio, Texas.
But he said the timeline the industry has placed on the adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEV) and to achieve zero emissions are "completely unachievable."
Chris Fisher is responsible for developing and managing all information products related to the global commercial vehicle industry. He received his Business Administration degree from the University of Nebraska. Prior to coming to work at Power Systems Research, Chris worked at Baldwin Filters as a Market Analyst, OEM Account Representative, and as the Manager of Engineering Services. Chris has been with Power Systems Research since 2006 and has written and published many articles and is a key contributor to Transport Topics, Bloomberg, Diesel Progress and various other publications.
Job Titles:
- Research Analyst
- European Market Analyst
Christopher Bamforth is a European Market Research Analyst based in Brussels, Belgium. In this role he will be responsible for supporting European market research, and market data analysis for original equipment and engine applications for Power Systems Research's OE Link™ and EnginLink™ databases. Christopher holds a Bachelor of Arts degree, with Honors, in Business Studies, from the University of Kent, with specialties in marketing, economics and international business. Prior to coming to Power Systems Research, he interned as a market researcher at Dedicated Resources S.A. Belgium. Christopher joined the Power Systems Research team in March of 2014.
Job Titles:
- Bus. Dev. Mgr. - Europe
- Senior Business Development Manager - Europe
Dalibor Sablic is Senior Business Development Manager - Europe at Power Systems Research and is based near Frankfurt am Main in Germany. He is responsible for developing new business in Europe and managing key projects related to the European region. Dalibor is also supporting Power Systems Research marketing activities. Dalibor received his Economist in Marketing and Sales degree from the State University of Frankfurt am Main in Germany. His previous experience includes sales and marketing in the Automotive industry OE and Aftersales business. Dalibor has been with Power Systems Research since December 2018.
Job Titles:
- Manager of European Operations
Emiliano Marzoli is the Manager of European Operations at Power Systems Research and is based in the Brussels office. He is responsible for developing new business in Europe and managing key projects related to the European region in addition to his management role of the European team. Emiliano received his Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and Communications from State University of Milan in Italy and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from the Open University in Milton Keynes in the UK. His previous experience includes sales and marketing in retail distribution. He is a regular contributor to industry publications which can also be found on the Power Systems Research website. Emiliano has been with Power Systems Research since 2011.
Job Titles:
- Research Analyst
- Engine Research Analyst
Eric Best is an engine research analyst for Power Systems Research (PSR) based in our Eagan, MN office. Eric maintains and updates comprehensive engine specifications and manufacturer model lineups for PSR's EnginLink™ database, consistent with established standards, and corroborated by published product information from the respective engine manufacturers. He also provides customer support related to questions on engine manufacturers, specifications, along with model production and forecast volumes. Prior to joining PSR in 2018, Eric worked in management for Green Mill Restaurant. He received his Bachelor of Arts in both Economics and Mathematics from Gustavus Adolphus College.
Job Titles:
- Director - Asia Region
- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co ( TSMC, 台積電 ) Is in Early Talks With the German Government about Potentially Establishing a Plant in the Country, According to a Senior Executive
Erik Martin oversees PSR's research and business development teams in China, India and Japan and has worked in these and other Asian countries. Erik holds a B.A. in Chinese Language from the University of Minnesota and attended Nankai University in Tianjin, China. Erik has been Director - Asia Region at PSR since 2014.
Job Titles:
- Is Director, Business Development - South America
Fabio Ferraresi holds a Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of São Paulo, and he received his MBA in Business Management from Fundação Getúlio Vargas. He also holds CMQ-OE and CQE certifications from American Society for Quality. He has experience in automotive business in South America and Asia. He has worked for Eaton Corporation for 12 years in Brazil and China in positions such as supplier development manager, supply chain manager, factory manager and quality manager. Fabio also serves as business development director of Grupo Engenho, a consulting company with activities in business management and Operational excellence. Fabio joined the Power Systems Research team in 2014.
Job Titles:
- CATL Expands Battery Market Share Lead in 2023
- Forecast and Technology Adoption Lead
Guy Youngs is Forecast & Adoption Lead at Power Systems Research
As Forecast and Technology Adoption Lead at Power Systems Research, Guy Youngs is responsible for PSR's industry forecast and overseeing the rate of technology adoption of alternative power sources into the future outlook and technology mix. His duties include regular engagement with PSR's global analyst team to ensure that our data and forecasts recognize industry changes towards alternative power sources. Guy received a BA with honors in Public Administration and Management from the University of Kent at Canterbury. Prior to joining PSR, Guy spent 11 years as a Market Intelligence Specialist for Perkins Engines Company, part of Caterpillar's operations in the UK.
Job Titles:
- Industry Analyst
- Research Manager
- Senior Research Manager
Jack Hao is an Industry Analyst at Power Systems Research and is the newest member of the growing Power Systems Research staff in China. His responsibilities include business development, project support, and data analysis for Chinese original equipment and engine applications for their OE Link™, PartsLink™ and CV Link™ database products. Jack received his Bachelor's degree in Word Economics and English Language from Shanxi Agricultural University. Jack has brought five years of market research, planning, forecasting, and analysis experience to Power Systems Research. He has held various positions of responsibility in market research, planning, intelligence, and communications in the Asian and North American markets, working in both electronics and biotechnology industries. Jack has been with Power Systems Research since 2010.
Job Titles:
- Vice President - Global Data Products
As Vice President - Global Data Products at Power Systems Research, Jim Downey is responsible for database management, as well as customer and project support, and heads up our analysis of North American Off-Highway OEM operations. Another responsibility is the management of the proprietary OE Link™ database covering worldwide vehicle and equipment production and forecast information. He received his Business Administration degree from the University of St. Thomas. Prior to starting with us, Jim was a Loan Officer at Wells Fargo Bank. He has been with Power Systems Research since 1999.
Joe Delmont is responsible for the worldwide marketing communications program at Power Systems Research. (PSR). He is an award-winning journalist and sales and marketing professional. Joe is the former Business Editor and News Editor at St. Paul (MN) Pioneer Press daily newspaper. He also has worked as a senior account executive, copywriter, and public relations professional with advertising and marketing agencies where he specialized in service industries, crisis communications and media training. For many years, Joe was a contributing editor for Dealernews magazine, and he co-founded Powersports Business magazine, the leading B2B publication serving the North American powersports industry. Joe's resume includes sales and marketing services in powersports research. His international reporting assignments have taken him from Canada to Mexico, Finland to Italy and China and Taiwan, as he wrote about powersports equipment, manufacturing and business. Joe joined the Power Systems Research team in 2012.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- President
Joe Zirnhelt is President and Chief Executive Officer of Power Systems Research and a member of the company's Board of Directors. His responsibilities include management and oversight of the company's operations as well as leading the implementation of strategic initiatives. Joe joined the company as a Senior Consultant in 2005. After several years working in various management roles within product and project oversight, he served as the company's Chief Operating Officer & Strategist from 2015 until assuming responsibilities as President and Chief Executive Officer in 2019. Over his 24-year professional career he has served as an Officer in the U.S. Navy including training in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program followed by experience with Alstom Power, a leading French power plant developer, before joining Power Systems Research in 2005. Joe holds an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame and an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin. He has been a regular contributor to Diesel Progress magazine and other industry publications often featuring the North American power generation market. He also is actively involved in the Electrical Generating Systems Association (EGSA) where he has contributed content for its Powerline magazine and recently completed his term as Chair of the Market Trends Committee.
Job Titles:
- Business Development Manager
John Krzesicki brings over 25 years of experience in software sales, implementation consulting, and marketing to Power Systems Research. He has a broad software background spanning from Product Lifecycle Management, Simulation Modeling, 3D Printing, to Business Intelligence. The corporate cultures he's worked within are equally as diverse from small start-up companies like BL 3Dimension, to large companies like SAS, and to companies like VSA and RuleStream -where he helped grow the company from a small start-up to a medium sized company that was eventually acquired by Siemens. Mr. Krzesicki has a Master's and Bachelor of Science Degrees in Industrial Management from Central Michigan University.
Joy Dunseth Jacques provides customer support for the PowerLink™ application and database. She also manages cloud systems and technical projects. Joy received a degree from the University of Minnesota in Audio/Visual and Communications and has certifications as a Microsoft Certified System Engineer, Cisco Certified Network Administrator, and as a Microsoft Certified Trainer. Joy has been with Power Systems Research since 2010.
Job Titles:
- Director of Components Research
LeAnn Fisher is Director of Components Research at Power Systems Research and is responsible for leading and managing components research as well as managing specialist projects including transmissions and emissions products. LeAnn has a Bachelor of Science degree with an emphasis in Business and has over sixteen year's industry market research experience at Baldwin Filters. She has been with Power Systems Research since July 2005.
Job Titles:
- Senior Market Research Consultant for Power System Research
Lorena is a Senior Market Research Consultant for Power System Research and is based in Mexico City. She is responsible for conducting specialized market research for the power products industries. Lorena joined Power Systems Research in 2011. Prior to joining Power Systems Research, Lorena held the position of Manager - Strategic Planning and Market Research at Cummins Filtration. She spent 15 years with Cummins Inc. in different roles including strategic planning, market research, market intelligence, pricing, forecasting, communications, new product introduction, customer loyalty measurements, six sigma and sales experience. Lorena received her Bachelor in Business Administration in 1992 from the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana in Mexico City, and a Masters in Marketing in 2001 from Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education (ITESM) in Mexico.
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Business Development
Lynn has over 30 years of sales and sales management experience. Currently at Power Systems Research, Lynn has direct responsibility for Business Development across 13 key industries including Construction, Agriculture, Commercial Vehicles, Recreational Products, Lawn and Garden and Marine. Overseeing the Global Account Management team, focused on driving revenue and growth by providing production, forecast and population data for IC engines, electric and hybrid powertrains to OEMs and suppliers across the world. Prior to joining PSR, Lynn was the Director of Sales at Wards Automotive, a division of Informa and an Account Executive at IHS Markit (S&P Global). Additionally, Lynn spent over 20 years in various Sales and Management positions with the Hertz Corporation. Lynn graduated from Northern Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. In her free time Lynn enjoys golfing, snow skiing, paddle boarding and spending time with family and friends.
Job Titles:
- Dir. of New Business Dev. - North America
- Director of New Business Development - North America for Powers Systems Research
Marilyn Tarbet is the Director of New Business Development - North America for Powers Systems Research. Marilyn joined Power Systems Research in 2004. She has extensive sales and business development experience working with emerging enterprises and multi-nationals in both public and private sectors, as well as leading and training sales teams. Her current responsibilities include managing sales and business development for our North America clients. Marilyn has developed a business portfolio that spans all market segments, but specializes in medium and heavy duty, oil and gas (lubricants) and component markets . She is responsible for developing and maintaining business relationships at all levels within client and partner organizations. She received her business degree from Waldorf College.
Job Titles:
- Administrative Assistant for Tohan Research Group
- Administrative Assistant Japan
Mayuko Nasu is the Administrative Assistant for Tohan Research Group in Japan. She has Bachelor's Degree in Arts. Previously, she worked for the largest entertainment company in Japan as a supervisor of Training Department. She also has experience working as a secretary to the department Physics in university. She joined Tohan Research Group in April 2014.
Michael Aistrup follows three important consumer markets: powersports, including motorcycles, scooters and off road vehicles; pleasure marine, and lawn and garden equipment. Michael has more than 20 years of research experience and has operated his own independent consulting service for more than 15 years. He has specialized in competitive corporate intelligence, trend and market analysis, market opportunity analysis and financial report analysis.
Job Titles:
- Finance and Admin. Mgr. - Europe
Natasa Mulahalilovic joined Power Systems Research team in May 2012 and holds the position of Office Manager. She is based in our Brussels office. Natasa graduated as an Economist and has vast experience in Marketing, Finance and Business Consultancy. She has previously worked for the USAID Business Development Program - Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, Volksbank and the American University and co-owned and managed a family business in Bosnia and Herzegovina. She supports the Power Systems Research business in several activities including business operations, market research and projects.
Job Titles:
- Professor of Supply Chain Practice at Syracuse University
Job Titles:
- Research Manager
- Business Development Mgr
- Dir. Business Development South America
Qin Fen is a Research Manager at Power Systems Research based in our China office. He is responsible for business development throughout China. Qin has a Bachelor of Arts degree with a minor in Business Administration from Shanxi Agricultural University, Oberlin Memorial School in China. He has been with Power Systems Research since 2008.
Job Titles:
- Director of Tohan Research Group
- Managing Director Japan
Shinji Yasueda is the Director of Tohan Research Group in Japan. He graduated from Kyushu University with a Master's in Mechanical Engineering, and also has his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. Shinji has experience developing diesel and gas engines, as well as consulting on the development of industrial engines. He has been published in ISME in 2011 and ASME in 2012. Shinji joined the Power Systems Research team in 2012.
Job Titles:
- End City Bus Production in Belgium
As the Call Center Supervisor at Power Systems Research, Yvette Wickner is responsible for overseeing all aspects of every day operations of the call center, which includes hiring and training of interviewers, coordination on all studies with the appropriate project manager, and also doing telephone survey work. She studied broadcast journalism at the University of Wisconsin River Falls and has worked in the market research field for over 20 years, including for the Department of Epidemiology at the University of Minnesota for the Minnesota Heart Survey. Yvette has been with Power Systems Research since 2002.