EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Cruz Mendez

VP of Supply Chain

“Doing more with less means building a supply chain that is as innovative as the technology it supports—reducing complexity, strengthening resilience, and creating the agility to scale with our customers.”

Leads strategy, growth, and long-term value creation.

IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Biography

Cruz has over 20 years of experience in Global Supply Chain, World-Class Manufacturing, Logistics, and Program Management.

He has a track record of success in multiple roles in high-paced environments (OEM and Contract Manufacturing) encompassing a wide range of products, including consumer electronics, telecommunications, medical devices, medical disposables, and biotechnology.

In his most recent role with Vence, he was in charge of building and managing a worldwide operation and supply chain with presence in three continents: America, Australia, and Asia. Cruz is a strong advocate of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing. In his spare time, he likes cooking, traveling, and playing with his kids.

Areas of Focus

Accountable for, day to day and over the long term.

Company Strategy

Direction, capital allocation, and the long-term plan for bringing advanced motor technology to scale.

Customer & Market Growth

OEM and operator partnerships across HVAC, data centers, and industrial systems.

Technology Direction

Where the Aircore architecture goes next, and which applications it serves first.

Organization and Culture

Building a team that can develop complex products and support demanding customers.

Insights & Publications

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Meet the Rest of the Team

Ben Schuler

Founder & CEO


Vikas Desai

General Manager & Chief Commercial Officer

Rick Tewell

Chief Operating Officer


Paulo Guedes-Pinto

Paulo Guedes-Pinto Chief Technology Officer

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