Nikola Corp., a zero-emissions truck manufacturer, has named former Forward Air CEO Tom Schmitt as its new Chief Commercial Officer. Schmitt’s tenure at Forward Air ended amidst controversy over a merger with Omni Logistics that drew significant criticism from investors, leading to a significant stock drop. At Nikola, Schmitt will oversee various commercial operations and aims to drive the company’s goal of decarbonizing the trucking industry. His appointment comes amid broader executive changes at Nikola, spurred by efforts to recover from founder Trevor Milton’s fraud conviction. Schmitt brings extensive experience from his prior roles at DB Schenker, Aqua Terra, Purolator, and FedEx Supply Chain.
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