Hanko Kiessner
About Hanko Kiessner
Hanko Kiessner is the Founder and Vice Chairman of Packsize and Co-Founder/Chairman of Leaders for Clean Air, where he has significantly contributed to electric vehicle infrastructure in Utah. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration, and has been instrumental in the installation of numerous charging stations across the state.
Work at Packsize
Hanko Kiessner has served as the Founder and Vice Chairman of Packsize since its inception in 2002. Under his leadership, the company has focused on providing on-demand packaging solutions that enhance efficiency and sustainability in the supply chain. Kiessner has played a pivotal role in establishing Packsize as a leader in the packaging industry, particularly in the realm of custom packaging solutions.
Current Role at Leaders for Clean Air
Since 2016, Hanko Kiessner has been the Co-Founder and Chairman of Leaders for Clean Air, a nonprofit organization based in Salt Lake City, Utah. The organization is recognized as the world's first nonprofit dedicated to providing free electric vehicle charging stations for employees across Utah. Kiessner's involvement has been instrumental in promoting electric vehicle infrastructure and sustainability initiatives within the state.
Education and Expertise
Hanko Kiessner holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a Minor in French from the University of Utah, where he studied from 1988 to 1991. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration with an International Emphasis from the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah in 1992. Additionally, he has earned Certificates of French Language Proficiency from Université de Tours and Université LAVAL de Quebec.
Achievements in Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
Hanko Kiessner has been a key figure in the expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Utah. He was responsible for the installation of 2,200 out of 2,600 charging stations in the state between July 2017 and December 2021. In 2017, he received recognition from Rocky Mountain Power and Leaders for Clean Air for overseeing the largest installation of electric vehicle chargers in Utah, highlighting his commitment to advancing clean energy solutions.
Contributions to Utah's Tourism Strategy
Hanko Kiessner is currently involved in designing Utah's tourism strategy related to electric vehicle travel, particularly focusing on the state's National Parks. His efforts aim to promote sustainable travel options and enhance the visitor experience by integrating electric vehicle infrastructure into tourism initiatives.