Mark Cuyler

Mark Cuyler serves as Chief Operating Officer at Saildrone Inc, overseeing Production, Fleet Deployment, Service, and Mission Operations while providing customized data services using autonomous sailing drones. Cuyler concurrently acts as Mayoral Economic Development Advisor for the City of Alameda, supporting economic recovery initiatives and representing Saildrone’s interests. Cuyler advises Leviathan Air's Founder and CEO on manufacturing and operational challenges. Previous roles include Director at Amazon, leading the development of the largest EV fleet in the industry, and VP of Manufacturing & Supply Chain at Faraday Future, where Cuyler managed vehicle development cycles. Additional experience encompasses leadership positions at Mahindra & Mahindra, Webasto, Apple, Tesla Motors, and General Motors, complemented by a Master of Science in Engineering Management and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Oakland University.