Kelleigh Shankel | Chief Technology Officer
Battle Motors

Kelleigh Shankel is the Chief Technology Officer at Battle Motors, a leading commercial vehicle OEM driving innovation in the electric and vocational truck sectors. With over 28 years of experience in the automotive and industrial space, Kelleigh has led engineering and operations for multi-billion-dollar businesses and is currently spearheading the development of Battle’s electrified platforms and intelligent vehicle systems. She is the creator of Fortris AI, Battle Motors’ advanced fleet intelligence system that integrates predictive diagnostics, real-time fault detection, and adaptive routing—bridging the gap between vehicle hardware, software, and operational efficiency. A passionate advocate for workforce development and emerging technology, Kelleigh also serves as Chair of SEMA’s Emerging Trends and Technology Network (ETTN), where she champions education, certification, and innovation across the mobility sector. Known for her boots-on-the-ground leadership style and deep technical acumen, Kelleigh combines strategy, execution, and heart to build smarter fleets—and stronger teams.