David Leese

David Leese is an experienced operations and engineering leader with a strong background in hydrogen fuel infrastructure, supply chain management, and project management. Currently serving as the Station Czar at Nikola Corporation, David oversees operations and maintenance for hydrogen refueling stations, contributing to clean-energy infrastructure for heavy-duty trucking. Previous roles include Director of Project & Program Management at HYLA Mobile, COO at Lolly And Papi LLC, and Production & Engineering Manager at FloWorks International. David’s background also encompasses key positions at Automation Technology, Proserv Operations, Array Holdings, Cameron, Dresser/Halliburton, and NAO, showcasing a career dedicated to process improvements, product development, and operational excellence. David holds an MBA from the University of Houston and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University.