Leighton King
Chief Commercial Officer
Role
As member of the executive team, Leighton is responsible for the commercial, sales, legal and project management side of the business.
Education
BA Hons, Psychology – Bangor University
Experience
Leighton King is an accomplished senior executive with over a decade of experience leading commercial and marketing strategies across the automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy sectors. Currently serving as the Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Helix since May 2024, he is at the forefront of revolutionizing electrified powertrains for automotive, marine, aerospace, and military applications. His focus is on advancing Helix’s portfolio of high-performance electric motors and inverters.
Before Helix, Leighton was the CCO at Indra Renewable Technologies, where he played a pivotal role in commercial strategy and growth for renewable technologies. Additionally, during his time at LEVC, he held the position of Commercial Director and led the successful launch of the iconic TX eCity electric taxi in the UK and Europe, solidifying LEVC’s market position.
Leighton also has extensive experience in luxury automotive marketing, having held leadership roles at Aston Martin. He spearheaded key projects such as launching Aston Martin Financial Services, overseeing major marketing initiatives, and managing pre-launch activities for iconic models like the DB11.
Throughout his career, Leighton has demonstrated expertise in growth strategies, brand development, product management, and P&L management. His strong track record of driving performance and innovation makes him a key leader in electrification and high-performance engineering industries.