Rick (Eric) Luebbe
About Rick (Eric) Luebbe
Rick (Eric) Luebbe is the CEO and co-founder of Group14 Technologies and a board member at Oscilla Power, Inc. He has a background in biology from Cornell University and an MBA from Stanford, along with extensive experience in the military and management consulting.
Work at Group14 Technologies
Rick Luebbe serves as the CEO and co-founder of Group14 Technologies since 2016. Under his leadership, the company has focused on advancing battery technology, specifically in the development of silicon battery materials. His role involves overseeing the strategic direction and operational management of the company, ensuring alignment with industry trends and innovations.
Education and Expertise
Rick Luebbe holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Cornell University, where he studied from 1984 to 1988. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, completing his studies from 1995 to 1997. His academic background provides a foundation for his expertise in operations and management.
Background
Rick Luebbe is an Army veteran, having served as an Aviation Officer from 1988 to 1995. During his military career, he led an aeroscout platoon in Desert Storm and commanded an Attack Helicopter Company, earning the Bronze Star and two Air Medals for his service. After his military tenure, he transitioned to management consulting, specializing in operations and manufacturing efficiency.
Achievements
Rick Luebbe co-founded Hubspan, a successful integrator of web-based B2B transactions, where he played a key role in securing initial funding and partnerships. He also co-founded EnerG2, a company focused on carbon materials, and led it until its acquisition by BASF in 2016. His contributions to these ventures highlight his capabilities in leadership and innovation within the technology sector.
Current Board Memberships
In addition to his role at Group14 Technologies, Rick Luebbe has been a Board Member at Oscilla Power, Inc. since 2015. His involvement with Oscilla Power reflects his commitment to advancing technology in renewable energy and power generation.