Elevated Materials Welcomes Battery Pioneer Dr. Soonho Ahn to Board
Elevated Materials, a TPG Rise Climate portfolio company, has welcomed a new member to its Board of Directors. Dr. Soonho Ahn, a renowned figure in battery science and engineering, brings over three decades of experience to the role. His appointment was announced on October 2, 2025, but details surrounding the decision remain scarce.
Dr. Ahn's impressive career spans executive roles at tech giants like Apple, Samsung SDI, and LG Chem. Most recently, he served as an executive member and Chief Technology Officer at PowerCo, Volkswagen’s battery company. Despite a thorough search, his appointment to the board of Elevated Materials was not identified in any public sources.
Dr. Ahn's expertise lies in commercializing key battery innovations. He has been instrumental in developing magnetically oriented graphite anodes and NMC cathodes. His work has earned him over 240 international patents and recognition from the Royal Swedish Academy of Science. Elevated Materials' CEO, Jim Cushing, is eager to harness Dr. Ahn's expertise in scaling advanced battery solutions.
Elevated Materials is focused on scaling advanced battery solutions to meet the growing global demand. Dr. Ahn believes the company's approach to ultra-thin lithium films represents a significant leap in battery technology innovation.
Dr. Soonho Ahn's appointment to the Board of Directors at Elevated Materials is expected to strengthen the company's position in the battery technology sector. His extensive experience and expertise will be invaluable in driving innovation and scaling advanced battery solutions. Elevated Materials, as a TPG Rise Climate portfolio company, continues its commitment to accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy.
