Mahmood partners with ZincFive to champion safe, reliable, and sustainable power solutions for the data center industry and beyond
PORTLAND, Oregon—(January, 2025) ZincFive®, the world leader in nickel-zinc (NiZn) battery-based solutions for immediate power applications, announces today a strategic partnership with Nabeel Mahmood, a globally recognized thought leader and top 10 global influencer in the technology and data center industry. In his new role as Brand Ambassador and Evangelist, Mahmood will collaborate with the ZincFive team to champion its mission to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable power solutions to the data center industry and beyond.
Nabeel Mahmood is a globally recognized thought leader and transformative change agent with over two decades of experience shaping the future of technology and the data center sector. Renowned for driving innovation and spearheading large-scale transformation, Mahmood has successfully led organizations through critical growth phases, including mergers and acquisitions, global expansion, and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies. His expertise spans diverse disciplines such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Big Data, IoT, NLP, Blockchain, Mobility, Security and Data Centers, positioning him as a versatile leader at the forefront of technological evolution.
Mahmood’s unique career journey—from the foundational infrastructure of the grid to the dynamic realm of the bit, where data and compute converge—combines technical depth with strategic business insight. As a passionate advocate for the transformative power of technology, he is committed to fostering solutions that not only drive progress but also create a more sustainable and equitable future. Through his visionary leadership, Nabeel inspires industries to embrace innovation, rethink possibilities, and shape a better world.
Mahmood expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “ZincFive’s unwavering dedication to innovation, safety, and sustainability is a testament to their commitment not just to advancing technology but to creating a positive and lasting impact on our planet. This partnership aligns perfectly with my belief in fostering a culture of collaboration and leadership that prioritizes doing what’s right—not just for today, but for generations to come. Together, we have the opportunity to redefine critical power solutions while championing a vision of sustainability and responsibility. By leading with purpose and innovation, we can inspire industries to embrace transformative change and pay it forward, ensuring a brighter, more equitable future for all.”
“We’re excited to collaborate with Nabeel, whose passion for transformative technology matches our drive to deliver game-changing power solutions,” said Tim Hysell, CEO and co-founder of ZincFive. “It’s rewarding to partner with someone who not only shares our vision but genuinely wants to see us and our customers succeed. Nabeel understands the critical demand for solutions that don’t compromise—on reliability, safety, or sustainability—and his perspective will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and rapidly expand.”
ZincFive’s patented nickel-zinc electrochemistry sets a higher standard for battery technology that not only meets today’s growing power demands but does so safely and sustainably, challenging the dominance of its predecessors, lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries.
ZincFive’s nickel-zinc battery technology has been consistently commended for its breakthrough innovation of immediate power solutions for the global mission-critical backup and energy storage markets. This latest accolade follows a series of notable honors, including being named by TIME Magazine as one of America’s Top GreenTech Companies of 2024, winning both the 2024 Edison Awards™ in the Resilient & Sustainable Solutions category and the CleanTech Breakthrough 2024 Overall Innovation of the Year Award, and securing a finalist spot in the prestigious S&P Global 2023 Platts Global Energy Awards.
About ZincFive, Inc.
ZincFive is the world leader in innovation and delivery of nickel-zinc batteries and immediate power solutions. Supported by an impressive portfolio of international patents, ZincFive technology harnesses The Power of Good Chemistry® to propel the world forward. ZincFive technology leverages the safety and sustainability of nickel-zinc chemistry to provide unparalleled high power density and performance for mission critical applications. ZincFive is a privately held company based in Tualatin, Oregon. For more information, visit www.zincfive.com.
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