Dustin Krause
About Dustin Krause
Dustin Krause serves as the Vice President of Sales at Redwood Materials, where he leads sales and partnership strategies. He has a background in the automotive industry, having held significant roles at Tesla and Volkswagen, and co-founded Current Automotive, focusing on sustainable transportation.
Work at Redwood Materials
Dustin Krause serves as the Vice President of Sales at Redwood Materials, a prominent company specializing in battery recycling and materials. He has been in this role since 2022, contributing to the development and execution of the sales and partnership strategy. His work focuses on enhancing the company's position in the battery materials sector, aligning with the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions.
Experience at Tesla
Dustin Krause has extensive experience at Tesla, where he held several key positions. He served as the General Manager for EMEA from 2017 to 2018, overseeing operations in both the San Francisco Bay Area and Amsterdam. Prior to this, he was the Global General Manager of Used Cars and Remarketing from 2014 to 2017, and he also worked as the Senior Sales and Retail Operations Manager from 2009 to 2014. His roles involved launching and marketing electric vehicles and software solutions across North America and Europe.
Background in Automotive Industry
Before joining Redwood Materials, Dustin Krause worked at Volkswagen of America, Inc as the Director of e-Mobility North America from 2018 to 2022. His responsibilities included developing strategies for electric mobility and enhancing customer engagement in the growing electric vehicle market. Additionally, he co-founded Current Automotive, the first online-focused pre-owned electric vehicle retailer in the U.S., aimed at promoting sustainable transportation.
Education and Training
Dustin Krause has a Bachelor's degree from Aurora University. He also studied acting at The Second City, which provided him with skills in communication and presentation. This diverse educational background supports his roles in sales and marketing within the automotive industry.