Sean Ellison

Business Development - Marine @ABB Motors and Drives North America

Houston, TX, US

Lead strategic business development initiatives for ABB’s Marine Drives Division across the U.S. market, with a focus on commercial marine, government vessel programs, and marine electrification. Responsibilities include:Market Expansion: Identify and develop new market opportunities for ABB’s low voltage and medium voltage drive and motor systems in the marine sector, including new vessel builds, retrofits, and modernization projects.Strategic Partnerships: Build and manage relationships with OEMs, shipyards, system integrators, and government contractors to position ABB as a preferred solutions provider.Sales & Revenue Growth: Drive pipeline development, prepare proposals, and oversee long-cycle sales processes for complex marine propulsion and automation projects.Industry Engagement: Represent ABB at major maritime trade shows, conferences, and networking events to strengthen brand presence and identify emerging trends.Internal Collaboration: Coordinate with product centers, engineering teams, and marketing to align go-to-market strategies, pricing, and technical solutions.Market Intelligence: Analyze competitive landscapes, regulatory impacts, and customer needs to inform strategic planning and product positioning.