LACONIA, NH (January 7, 2025) — ePropelled, Inc., a leading innovator in advanced electric power and propulsion for efficient, sustainable, and high-performance uncrewed systems across air, land, and sea, is proud to announce the expansion of its leadership team with key appointments to further accelerate business operations and enhance manufacturing capabilities.
The company has appointed four new executives to manage marketing, sales, finance, and manufacturing.
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Nick Grewal, CEO of ePropelled, said, “The rapid growth and maturity of ePropelled requires high-performing, top-level executive leadership to scale the business and achieve new milestones.”
Dean Marcarelli Joins as Head of Marketing
Dean Marcarelli, as Head of Marketing, is an accomplished marketing leader with decades of experience, including roles as a Chief Marketing Officer and business leader in international markets. Known for his strategic thinking and resourcefulness, Dean has a strong track record of driving rapid sales growth.
His expertise spans across ecommerce and digital marketing, with a particular focus on both direct-to-consumer and business-to-business business models. Throughout his career, he has successfully led innovative marketing initiatives that deliver impactful results.
Dean is highly regarded for his ability to leverage marketing strategies that achieve substantial business growth. Connect with him on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/deanmarcarelli.
Chris Thompson Appointed Head of Sales
Chris Thompson joins ePropelled as global Head of Sales, where he will lead the sales strategy and oversee teams across New Hampshire, Coventry, UK, and Chennai, India. Thompson brings a 25-year track record of building high-performing sales teams at Fortune 1000 companies and early-stage start-ups in a broad range of industries.
Marcarelli
Chris studied business at Southern New Hampshire University and aeronautics at East Coast Aero and holds a private pilot and Unmanned Aircraft Systems rating. Additionally, he was a former business columnist at the Union Leader in Manchester, NH where his column appeared weekly for 17 years.
Thompson
Chris currently serves on the boards of Make a Wish Foundation of New Hampshire, Elliot Perry Foundation, and Elliot Hospital’s Pearl Manor Fund. Connect with him on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/christhompsonnh.
Henry Sullivan Named Head of Finance
Henry Sullivan joins as global Head of Finance, where he will oversee finance, human resources, and IT operations. With expertise in financial planning, international tax compliance, and lean manufacturing, Henry is poised to optimize processes and support sustainable growth.
Henry’s diverse background spans industries including public accounting, consumer goods manufacturing, and retail. His hands-on approach and strategic insight will be key to driving efficiency throughout ePropelled. Follow him on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/henry-sullivan-brown.
Keith Nason Appointed Head of Manufacturing
Keith Nason has been named Head of Manufacturing, where he will oversee factory operations, supply chains, and the production team to meet rising demand for ePropelled’s cutting-edge uncrewed electric propulsion products.
Keith brings extensive experience in electro-mechanical manufacturing, having held leadership roles including Production Manager at Standex Electronics, Production Supervisor at EFI, and Operations Manager at Controls for Automation. He has successfully implemented lean methodologies and optimized processes to achieve operational excellence.
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Based in New Hampshire’s desirable Lakes Region, Keith will lead operations at ePropelled’s 12,000-square-foot US manufacturing facility. Connect with him on LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/keith-nason-732113127
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“Each of these executives is incredibly talented, with experience in delivering a hypergrowth sales strategy to the business. Dean and Chris, in their last venture, grew the business by 10 times in less than a three-year period,” said Grewal. “Their dedication, expertise, and proven ability to build successful companies make each of these four executives a perfect fit to ensure ePropelled achieves its ambitious goals.”
Meeting Growing Market Demand
The expansion of ePropelled’s executive leadership team comes at a pivotal time as demand surges for alternative, non-China-sourced propulsion technologies in the global drones market.
The global market for uncrewed vehicles — including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs), and unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) — is projected to exceed $100 billion by 2030, driven by advancements in automation, artificial intelligence, and high demand across such industries as defense, logistics, and environmental monitoring.
ePropelled is uniquely positioned to excel in this rapidly expanding market with its innovative electric propulsion solutions that deliver superior efficiency, lightweight designs, and unmatched reliability. By addressing critical challenges such as range extension, power optimization, and durability, ePropelled is at the forefront of enabling the next generation of uncrewed vehicles, solidifying its leadership in this transformative sector.
About ePropelled
Founded in 2018, ePropelled, Inc. serves more than 40 customers worldwide and operates from its Lakes Region, New Hampshire headquarters, test facility, and manufacturing center, supported by research and development and operations facilities in the UK and India. For more information, contact ePropelled at info@epropelled.com, call 603-236-7444, or visit https://epropelled.com.
