Alexander Schey
About Alexander Schey
Alexander Schey serves as the Managing Director of Electrification, Global Strategic Marketing & Product Strategy at Allison Transmission. He has a background in mechanical engineering from Imperial College London and has held various leadership roles in the electrification sector, including positions at Rolls-Royce and as Co-Founder of Vantage Power.
Current Role at Allison Transmission
Alexander Schey serves as the Managing Director of Electrification, Global Strategic Marketing & Product Strategy at Allison Transmission. He has held this position since 2024, operating out of Indianapolis, Indiana. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and commercialization of electrification initiatives within the company.
Previous Experience at Allison Transmission
Prior to his current role, Schey worked at Allison Transmission as the Chief Commercial Officer for Electrification from 2019 to 2021 in London. He later served as Managing Director of Electrification Commercialization and Strategy from 2021 to 2024. His tenure at Allison Transmission focused on advancing the company's electrification strategy and product offerings.
Education and Expertise
Schey studied Mechanical Engineering at Imperial College London from 2006 to 2010, where he earned his degree. His educational background provided a foundation for his expertise in engineering and product strategy. Additionally, he attended Haberdashers' Aske's School from 1995 to 2006, furthering his academic development.
Recognition and Awards
In 2013, Schey was recognized as one of London’s 25 Under 25 by The Evening Standard. He was later named one of Europe’s 30 Under 30 by Forbes in 2016. These accolades highlight his contributions to the fields of entrepreneurship and technology, particularly in relation to electrification and innovation.
Leadership and Community Involvement
Schey served as Chair of the Board of Governors at St John's Primary School from 2018 to 2021 in London. He has also been active in promoting entrepreneurship and STEM education, delivering over 60 speeches at schools and universities, including two TEDx talks. His involvement reflects a commitment to community engagement and education.