Brian Wismann
About Brian Wismann
Brian Wismann serves as the Vice President of Product Development at Zero Motorcycles Inc., where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in motorcycle product development, having previously held key positions at Polaris Industries and Brammo.
Work at Zero Motorcycles
Brian Wismann has served as the Vice President of Product Development at Zero Motorcycles Inc. since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of motorcycle product development, from concept to volume production. He manages six functional departments within the design engineering team and reports directly to the CEO. His leadership has contributed to the advancement of electric motorcycle technology and product innovation at the company, which is based in Scotts Valley, California.
Previous Experience at Polaris Industries
Before joining Zero Motorcycles, Brian Wismann worked at Polaris Industries as the Race Team Manager for Victory Motorcycles from 2015 to 2016. His role involved managing racing operations, which included participation in events like the Isle of Man and Pikes Peak. This experience provided him with insights into high-performance motorcycle development and racing dynamics.
Career at Brammo
Brian Wismann had a significant tenure at Brammo, where he held multiple roles from 2003 to 2016. He served as Design Director from 2003 to 2007, followed by Director of Product Development from 2008 to 2014, and Director of Programs from 2015 to 2016. His work at Brammo focused on electric motorcycle design and development, contributing to the company's reputation in the electric vehicle market.
Education and Expertise
Brian Wismann studied Industrial Design at North Carolina State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Industrial Design (BID) from 1998 to 2002. Prior to that, he attended the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics from 1996 to 1998. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for product development and design engineering in the motorcycle industry.