Lex Hoefsloot

Lex Hoefsloot is a seasoned entrepreneur and expert in automotive technology, currently advising startups and investors as of April 2024. Co-Founder and CEO of Lightyear since 2016, Lex has contributed to the company's rapid growth, with significant achievements including over 35 patents pending and numerous early pre-orders. Lex's experience includes participation in Singularity University's Global Solutions Program aimed at combatting climate change, and co-founding projects like Blue Jay Eindhoven and Solar Team Eindhoven, the latter achieving notable success in the World Solar Challenge. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Engineering focused on Automotive Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, both from Eindhoven University of Technology. Prior to these roles, Lex owned Hoefsloot Web Design and contributed to the development of the Automotive Bachelor Degree as a student-assistant.