ENC, a U.S.-based transit bus manufacturer and subsidiary of Rivaz Inc., promoted John Obert to VP, transit sales, effective immediately.
Obert previously served as regional sales manager for ENC since joining the company in June 2025.
ENC Names New VP of Transit Sales
John Obert previously served as regional sales manager for ENC since joining the company in June 2025.
March 3, 2026
John Obert brings more than 35 years of experience in the transit industry, including leadership roles at Nova Bus, Daimler Buses North America, and Luminator.
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- ENC has appointed John Obert as the new Vice President of Transit Sales.
- John Obert has experience as a regional sales manager at ENC.
- He began his tenure with ENC in June 2025.
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Bringing a Wealth of Experience to the Role
Obert brings more than 35 years of experience in the transit industry, including leadership roles at Nova Bus, Daimler Buses North America, and Luminator.
Throughout his career, he oversaw major sales initiatives across North America, managed national accounts, and played a key role in shaping procurement strategies for some of the country’s largest transit agencies.
“John’s promotion reflects the caliber of leadership we are building at ENC,” said Jason Lee, CEO at ENC. “He has earned the trust of transit agencies across the country over a career spanning more than three decades. As we continue to ramp production and deliver on our commitments, John is the right leader to drive our commercial growth and strengthen the partnerships that are central to our mission.”
Taking ENC to the Next Level
Since joining ENC, Obert has been instrumental in strengthening customer relationships and reintroducing the AXESS platform to transit agencies nationwide.
In his expanded role, he will lead the company’s full sales organization and work closely with transit agencies to support fleet modernization and zero-emission transition goals.
“I came to ENC because I saw a company with a proven product, a strong team, and real momentum,” said Obert. “In my time here, that conviction has only deepened. I look forward to leading our sales efforts and working with transit agencies to deliver quality vehicles and the level of service they deserve.”
ENC’s Buy America-compliant transit buses are available in 30-, 32-, 35-, and 40-foot configurations, offering fleet operators comprehensive sizing flexibility, according to company officials, with propulsion options including clean diesel, compressed natural gas, diesel-electric hybrid, and battery-electric.
Each model meets full ADA compliance and offers configurable floorplans with comprehensive mobility features designed to serve diverse community needs. The buses are manufactured end-to-end in Riverside, California.
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John Obert has been named the new VP of Transit Sales at ENC.
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