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From aviators to innovators, we’re a veteran and minority-owned start-up with a dream of unlocking reliable electric power for everything that drives, flies, sails, and runs by revolutionizing how we power the future.

Industry leaders
turned hands-on innovators

What started as a dream of revolutionizing the world of electric power in the “garage” of two former colleagues has become a clearinghouse of game-changing innovation. Dan and Sia first met at Capstone Turbine, and despite heading in different career directions, they stayed in touch. After discovering the incredible power and potential of 5-phase technology, they joined together to found Optiphase Drive Systems.

In the years since, ODS has developed and patented groundbreaking electric power and propulsion technologies with some of the best people across the world.

We’re engineers, pilots, designers, strategists, and creatives. We strive to redefine what’s possible and craft unbelievable solutions for innovators and vehicle designers tired of the limitations of existing electric power.

partners, investors, clients, and collaborators

who we work with

In addition to partnerships with several of the world’s largest automotive, aerospace, and defense companies, we have the opportunity to collaborate and innovate alongside other technology pioneers. 

meet the leadership team

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Daniel Vicario, PMP
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Former US Naval Aviator with massive expertise in military, aerospace, and energy industry leadership. prior to co-founding oDS, he held leadership roles with industry giants like eaton, parker aerospace, capstone turbine, and rockwell collins.
CEO
Siavash Sadeghi, PhD.
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER

An electric power engineering juggernaut with 5+ patents and a pedigree of R&D and leadership roles including GM, ResMed, Capstone Turbine, Honeywell Aerospace, Hyperloop, and Hyundai.
CTO
Peter DeGraaf
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER

20+ years of Executive strategy and creative experience across 6+ diverse industries. Bench strength built across SAF-HOLLAND, Inc, Navistar Truck & Defense, Parker Aerospace, Milestone, and Jenison Public Schools.
CMO
Alessandro Zago, PhD.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

a seasoned global BD executive with a proven track record of seizing opportunities worldwide for leaders like BMW, Siemens, Enplas, Hyundai, and Kleiner Perkins. Global Exec.MBA from INSEAD, Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Aeronautics & Astronautics from Stanford University
BUS. DEV.
Evgeni Ganey, PhD.
TECHNICAL ADVISOR

An industry titan with 40 years of experience leading and developing some of the most advanced electrification and propulsion systems that fly and drive. Former chief engineer of electromechanical power systems, aerospace engineering and technology for honeywell.
ADVISOR

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