Ivan Shterev

About Ivan Shterev

Co-Founder & Chief Operational Officer, Pollentia Inc.

Ivan Shterev is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Pollentia Inc., where he oversees global manufacturing, operations, and partner development across the company’s international supply chain. With over a decade of experience in systems engineering and large-scale production environments, Ivan plays a critical role in scaling Pollentia’s vision from advanced prototypes to fully realized electric vessels deployed worldwide.

At Pollentia, Ivan directs all aspects of manufacturing strategy — from vendor partnerships and component sourcing to facility operations and production workflows. He is responsible for building Pollentia’s international manufacturing footprint, ensuring that every boat is produced to the highest standards of performance, safety, and efficiency while keeping supply chains resilient and scalable.

Background & Expertise

Global Manufacturing & Facility Development

• Leads the setup and management of Pollentia’s international manufacturing hubs, balancing advanced production techniques with regional expertise.
• Oversees vendor alignment, equipment integration, and quality control systems to ensure consistency across all facilities.

Supply Chain & Partner Strategy

• Builds and manages relationships with key global vendors, technology partners, and shipyards.
• Specializes in structuring resilient supply chains for advanced components such as propulsion systems, energy platforms, and marine hardware.

Operations & Production Management

• Designs production workflows that scale from limited pilot runs to mass manufacturing.
• Implements lean operations principles and modular build processes to reduce costs while maintaining precision.

Systems & Product Integration

• Coordinates closely with engineering and product teams to translate complex technical designs into manufacturable, repeatable processes.
• Ensures cross-team alignment between R&D, supply chain logistics, and facility output.

Leadership & Vision

Ivan brings a disciplined, operations-first mindset to Pollentia’s leadership. He is deeply involved in both day-to-day manufacturing execution and long-term global expansion planning, ensuring Pollentia’s growth is grounded in reliable infrastructure and strong partnerships.

“Great ideas only matter if they can be built at scale. My focus is making sure Pollentia’s vessels aren’t just designed to impress; they’re manufactured to last and ready for the world.” — Ivan Shterev