Faraday Future, (“FF”), a California-headquartered global shared intelligent mobility ecosystem company, announced today that a newly comprised nine-member Board of Directors will be appointed for FF upon the finalization of the business combination between FF and Property Solutions Acquisition Corp. (PSAC) (NASDAQ: PSAC). The transaction is expected to close in Q2 of 2021, with FF’s stock trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “FFIE.” This transaction validates FF’s vision to create a mobility ecosystem built upon innovations in technology and products. FF’s flagship electric vehicle (“EV”) – FF 91 – is planned to be launched within 12 months of the closing of the merger.
The Board members’ combined years of corporate and public experience will help guide FF in achieving its vision of creating leading-edge products and technologies for the marketplace. Each member brings critical outside perspective, new creative ideas, and a wealth of industry knowledge to help the company achieve its mission and strategic goals.
“We are honored that this esteemed group of diverse leaders has joined FF in this pivotal period and transition to a publicly traded company,” said Carsten Breitfeld, Global CEO of FF. “Our new Board members will provide valuable experience and leadership and help guide us as we ready our operations and build up to our FF 91 launch.”
As the only next-gen intelligent internet EV product, FF 91 will deliver to its users a unique intelligent Internet electric mobility experience with a combination of extreme technology, ultimate user-experience, and a holistic ecosystem. Featuring an industry-leading 1,050 horsepower, and a 130-kWh battery with submerged liquid cooling technology, FF 91 achieves 0-60 mph in less than 2.4 seconds.
Combined with a unique rear-seat intelligent Internet system, FF 91 delivers internet connectivity at high speed via its super mobile AP, achieves the industry’s largest reclining seat angle of 60 degrees through its zero-gravity seats, and provides a revolutionary user experience designed to create a mobile, connected, intelligent, and luxurious third Internet living space and user mobility ecosystem platform.
FF’s global Board of Directors to include:
Matthias Aydt – Matthias Aydt currently heads the Product Definition and Business Development group at FF. Prior to FF, he spent several years abroad in China and Germany with automotive companies such as Porsche and OEM suppliers, leading teams within Project Management and Vehicle Engineering. Matthias has over 15 registered patents.
Dr. Carsten Breitfeld – Carsten Breitfeld is the Global CEO of FF and a world-renowned expert in electric mobility with a PhD in mechanical engineering. Before joining FF in September 2019, he co-founded and served as Chairman and CEO of BYTON, a Chinese electric car startup. Prior to that, he spent 20 years at BMW in various roles, including Group Vice President and Head of the i8 vehicle program, which gave birth to the game-changing i8 luxury plug-in hybrid model.
Christine Harada – Christine Harada has over 25 years of experience leading government and management consulting organizations. Currently, Christine is a Partner at Ridge-Lane Limited Partners. She also serves as independent director at Rekor Solutions (Nasdaq: REKR) and sits on the board of Millennium Institute and U.S. Green Building Council of Los Angeles. Harada served as president of i(x) Investments, an investment holding company that invests in the critical areas of human needs including renewable energy. She was appointed and served as Federal Chief Sustainability Officer under President Obama. Prior to that role, Christine was the Acting Chief of Staff of the U.S. General Services Administration, and served as Associate Administrator, Government-wide Policy and Chief Acquisition Officer. Christine’s private sector experience includes 10 years in management consulting at the Boston Consulting Group and Booz Allen Hamilton.
Brian Krolicki – Brian Krolicki is a veteran of the private banking industry and a master of municipal finance. He began his career on Wall Street, working with high-profile firms such as Smith Barney and Bankers Trust Company. His 24-year career in public service included four sweeping election victories to the Nevada Constitutional Offices of Lieutenant Governor and State Treasurer. While serving as Nevada’s Treasurer, Brian was elected as President of the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST), and founded the NAST Committee on Corporate Governance. He served as chairman of the NAST Foundation, which promotes financial literacy and education throughout the nation. Brian is currently an independent member of the FF Board of Directors, and also serves on the Boards of Vislink Technologies, Inc. and Nevada Nanotech Systems.
Lee Liu – Lee Liu is a seasoned tech and internet executive and a human resources expert. Currently, Lee serves as founder and CEO of the King Maker Company (KMC) and Chairman of China Intelligent Management Association (CIMA), a national society focusing on human resource development. Prior to forming KMC and CIMA, he was the Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Baidu Inc., and the Chairman of Baidu Cloud Business. Prior to joining Baidu, Lee served a variety of management roles in Motorola Inc. across regions and countries, including the Vice President of Global Human Resources.
Sue Swenson – Sue Swenson brings considerable experience leading global tech companies such as PacTel Cellular, T-Mobile, Leap Wireless, Sage Software, Antrinsic, Inc., Amp’d Mobile, Inc., and Cellular One. Her public board experience includes Vislink Technologies, Inc., Harmonic, Inc., Sonim Technologies, Wells Fargo, Inseego Corp. and others. She is the former chair and member of the First Responder Network Authority through the US Department of Commerce, which covers all 56 states, territories, and commonwealths.
Jordan Vogel – Jordan Vogel has been actively investing in and managing residential real estate in New York City since 2001. As Co-Founder and Managing Member of Benchmark Real Estate Group, LLC, Jordan oversees all acquisitions for the firm since the firm was established in 2009. Prior to co-founding Benchmark, he worked at SG2 Properties, LLC, heading their acquisitions group. Prior to SG2, Jordan worked at William Moses Co., Inc., an owner-operator of luxury apartments in Manhattan. He was responsible for asset management and the day-to-day operation of the company’s portfolio. Jordan is the Chairman and Co-CEO of Property Solutions Acquisition Corp. and Property Solutions Acquisition Corp. II.
Scott Vogel – Scott Vogel is managing member of Vogel Partners, LLC, a private investment and advisory firm. Before establishing his own firm, Scott served for 14 years as managing director at Davidson Kempner Capital Management. He also worked at MPF Investors as well as the investment banking group at Chase Securities, Inc. Scott has served on numerous public boards over the course of his career.
Bob Ye – Bob Ye is currently responsible for Business Development and Capital related activities for Asia and China FF. Prior to FF, he spent over 12 years in product management in the consumer electronics industry and has global management experience in EU/US/CN markets. He also served as President of LeEco US and Country MD in Huawei EU. Bob is also a former Board member at FF.
About Faraday Future
Established in May 2014, Faraday Future (FF) is a global shared intelligent mobility ecosystem company, headquartered in Los Angeles, California. FF’s vision is to create a shared intelligent mobility ecosystem that empowers everyone to move, connect, breathe, and live freely. FF aims to perpetually improve the way people move by creating a forward-thinking mobility ecosystem that integrates clean energy, AI, the Internet and new usership models. With the FF 91, FF has envisioned a vehicle that redefines transportation, mobility, and connectivity, creating a true “third Internet living space,” complementing users’ home and smartphone Internet experience.
