Erik Mason
About Erik Mason
Erik Mason is the Global Head of Energy Supply & Trading at Nikola Motor Company, with a background in finance and energy management from his tenure at bp and other financial institutions.
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Erik Mason serves as the Global Head Of Energy Supply & Trading at Nikola Motor Company.
Current Role at Nikola Motor Company
Erik Mason has been with Nikola Motor Company since 2020, based in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. As the Global Head of Energy Supply & Trading, he leads initiatives to develop energy supply and logistics solutions for a hydrogen station network across North America and Europe. His role includes ensuring 100% fuel availability through a comprehensive supply network capable of producing and delivering hydrogen efficiently and cost-effectively. He also forms strategic partnerships across the hydrogen value chain, leveraging top talent, experience, and technologies.
Previous Experience at BP
Before joining Nikola Motor Company, Erik Mason had a significant tenure at bp, where he held multiple roles over a span of 14 years. His roles at bp included Managing Director - Structured Products (2015-2020) in Greater Chicago Area, Freeport Project Manager (2013-2015) in Houston, TX, NAGP Business Manager (2011-2013) in Houston, Texas, Credit Portfolio Manager (2010-2011), and Credit Portfolio Lead (2006-2010). These positions equipped him with a broad range of expertise in energy trading, project management, and credit portfolio management.
Early Career
Erik Mason began his career in the financial sector, initially working at RBC in Business Banking from 2000 to 2004. He then moved to ATB Financial, working in Corporate Syndication from 2004 to 2006. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in banking and syndications before transitioning to the energy sector.
Education
Erik Mason studied at the University of Louisville (UofL), where he earned a Bachelor of Management with a focus on International Finance from 1996 to 2000.
Leadership in Hydrogen Initiatives
In addition to his role at Nikola Motor Company, Erik Mason chairs the Clean Hydrogen Future Coalition. This initiative is dedicated to advancing hydrogen as a key energy source. Under his leadership, the coalition aims to leverage expertise and technology to promote the development and adoption of hydrogen-based solutions.