Highlights
- Chris Nixon Cox to advise on investor relations, government affairs, and partnerships.
- Appointment supports Faraday Future’s “EAI + Crypto” global expansion initiative.
- Cox to join the planned FFAI Global Strategic Advisory Council.
Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. (NASDAQ:FFIE) announced the appointment of Chris Nixon Cox as Global Strategic Advisor to advance its “EAI + Crypto” Dual-Flywheel and Dual-Bridge global expansion strategy. Mr. Cox, who serves on the Board of the Richard Nixon Foundation and is the grandson of former U.S. President Richard Nixon, will play a key role in strengthening investor relations, government affairs, and cross-border industrial cooperation.
Under the new advisory agreement, Mr. Cox will help Faraday Future engage with potential global strategic investors, enhance communications with government stakeholders, and expand international industrial partnerships. He will also join the FFAI Global Strategic Advisory Council, which the company plans to establish as part of its international strategy.
Role Focused on Global Investor and Policy Engagement
Commenting on his new role, Mr. Cox said:
“I’m excited to take on this role with a company that is not only expanding its global automotive footprint but also pioneering in crypto and web3, marking an important turning point in FF’s development. My experience in global capital markets and sustainable technologies can help drive the Company’s strategic growth at this pivotal stage.”
Faraday Future Founder and Global Co-CEO YT Jia stated:
“As we accelerate the global deployment of our ‘EAI + Crypto’ Dual-Flywheel and Dual-Bridge strategy, strengthening access to top-tier investors, government relationships, and international industrial cooperation is mission-critical. We’re pleased to welcome Chris. His cross-sector influence and expertise in capital markets, public policy, and regulatory affairs will be highly valuable at this inflection point in FF’s international expansion and AI-driven transformation.”
Background on Chris Nixon Cox
Mr. Cox is active across public and private sectors, serving as CEO of Lightswitch Capital, an investment firm focused on biotechnology. He is also a member of the Richard Nixon Foundation. Previously, he worked at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP in New York, advising private equity clients on mergers and acquisitions, and served as New York State Executive Director for Senator John McCain’s 2008 U.S. Presidential campaign.
He holds a B.A. in Politics from Princeton University, a J.D. from the NYU School of Law, and a Finance Certificate from the NYU Stern School of Business.
About Faraday Future
Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc. is a California-based global shared intelligent electric mobility ecosystem company founded in 2014. Its mission is to create user-centric, technology-first, and AI-driven mobility solutions. The company’s flagship model, the FF 91, represents its vision for luxury and innovation in intelligent vehicles.