Clarios Welcomes Dr. Alexander van Laack as New Vice President of Sales, OE Americas

• Dr. Alexander van Laack to strengthen Clarios' partnerships with OEM customers and drive sustainable growth in North America.
• Bringing extensive automotive industry experience, van Laack will lead strategic initiatives to enhance Clarios’ market presence and customer engagement. 

GLENDALE, Wis. USA – November 14, 2024 – Clarios is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alexander van Laack as Vice President of Sales, Original Equipment (OE) Americas, effective November 11, 2024. Reporting directly to Federico Morales Zimmermann, Vice President and General Manager, Global Customers, Products, and Engineering at Clarios, van Laack will play a crucial role in advancing Clarios' strategic growth plan, fostering customer engagement, and steering cultural change as Clarios continues to position itself as a leading provider of low-voltage energy storage systems. 

In his new role, van Laack will focus on driving commercial initiatives, identifying and securing new business opportunities, and conducting market analysis to promote sustainable and profitable growth. Based in Plymouth, Michigan, he will be responsible for reinforcing Clarios’ presence in the automotive industry, enhancing partnerships, and delivering innovative solutions that align with the evolving needs of OE customers. 

"Alex’s extensive background in the automotive sector and his proven ability to foster strong relationships will be invaluable as we look to deepen our impact with OEM customers and drive sustainable growth," said Morales Zimmermann. "His expertise in both mechanical and electrical systems positions him uniquely to address the complex needs of our industry partners, helping Clarios continue to deliver high-quality, recyclable energy storage solutions that meet the demands of a changing market." 

 Commenting on his new role, van Laack stated, “I am pleased to join Clarios, a company recognized for its leadership in sustainable energy storage. I look forward to collaborating with our customers to deliver innovative solutions and support Clarios’ mission of enabling a cleaner, more efficient future. Together, we aim to drive impactful growth and build partnerships that provide lasting value for our customers and communities.” 

With a robust background in the automotive sector, van Laack brings substantial expertise in mechanical and electrical systems, including In-Vehicle Infotainment systems, displays, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), and software solutions. Before joining Clarios, he held senior positions in sales, strategy, P&L management, and business development in the Americas with Forvia. Prior to that, he served at Visteon, where he contributed to product innovation, and at Ford, where he started his career as a research engineer in Germany. 

Holding a Master’s degree in Business Administration and Engineering (Dipl.-Wirt.-Ing.) as well as a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the Technical University in Aachen, Germany, van Laack is well-equipped to advance Clarios’ strategic objectives. His leadership and deep industry expertise are expected to strengthen relationships with OEM customers and unlock new business opportunities in line with Clarios’ commitment to sustainable growth and innovation. 

About Clarios 

Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. Clarios is a Brookfield portfolio company.