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Dr. Torben Fog is the CIO and co-founder of Spirii, a global provider of EV charging solutions.
With an extensive background in engineering and technological management, Torben brings over 29 years of executive experience in global corporations, including 15 years dedicated to eMobility.
In 2019, he co-founded Spirii alongside Tore Harritshøj. Spirii delivers customized EV charging solutions, including turnkey solutions, a market-leading charge point management system, and a charging app that connects EV drivers to over 600,000 charge points worldwide.
At Spirii, Torben heads the FutureTech department, driving innovation and development in EV charging solutions. He also leads Spirii’s involvement in multiple research initiatives, including EU-funded projects such as FLOW and AHEAD, fostering continuous advancements in the European EV charging ecosystem.
Andrew has over 27 years of experience scaling software companies focused on the energy industry. Previously, he was the CEO of mPrest, led sales for IBM's AI Applications Business Unit, and served as the GM of Schneider Electric's Energy Business Unit. Andy holds a BS in Hydrogeology from Lehigh University and an MS in Chemistry from Stony Brook University.
Remco Willemse is the CEO of Payter, a pioneer and leading company specializing in cashless and contactless payment solutions. With a background in the payment technology and product development, he has been instrumental in Payter's growth and its focus on unattended verticals like vending and electric vehicle charging. Under his leadership, Payter has expanded its reach into new global markets, and he has emphasized the importance of product innovation and strategic partnerships to deliver a simplified and convenient payment experience for customers.
Konstantin Huneke is CEO and Co-Founder of Lemonflow, a Munich-based technology firm that builds AI agents to automate L1 support for EV charging operators across Europe. Prior to founding Lemonflow, Konstantin spent five years at McKinsey & Company, where he co-led the firm’s European EV Charging Practice.
Patrick Roelke is CEO and Co-Founder of Amp Assist, an EV charging infrastructure company based in Munich, Germany. With over 20 years of IT experience, he specializes in EV charging protocols including OCPP 1.6/2.0.1, OCPI, and OICP, along with cloud computing and distributed systems.
Before founding Amp Assist in March 2025, Patrick served as Chief Technology Officer at Switch, where he led a 15-person engineering team and helped build one of the first OCPP 2.0.1 Certified CSMS systems. His EV industry experience includes senior roles at The Mobility House, where he co-authored an open source OCPP Python library, and Qwello, developing embedded software for AC chargers.
Orlin Radev, CEO of AMPECO, leveraged his extensive background in software solutions to address the complexities of EV charging. Under his leadership, AMPECO has emerged as a global EV charging software provider, navigating the industry’s rapid evolution and diverse regulatory landscapes. A serial entrepreneur, Orlin’s strategic foresight into market dynamics and his commitment to innovation have established him as a leading authority in e-mobility.
Jussi Vanhanen is Kempower’s Chief Markets Officer, a position he has held for nearly four years. Based in Helsinki, Jussi has over 20 years of international B2B sales and marketing experience working for various cleantech, electronic and transportation businesses. His extensive track record means he possesses a wide range of expertise in electricity, renewable energy, power electronics, motors, and generators. Jussi also holds a master’s degree in electrical engineering from Finland’s Tampere University of Technology. Jussi has led Kempower’s marketing activities during rapid growth, helping transform the organization from a Finnish start-up to one of the world’s fastest-growing DC fast-charging companies in only a few years.
Eleftherios Karabatsakis is the co-founder and CEO of PlugSecure, the first cybersecurity platform for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. A serial entrepreneur in the e-mobility space, he previously founded an EV charging service provider that was later acquired by the largest energy group in Southeastern Europe. After experiencing a cyberattack firsthand, he launched PlugSecure to help charge point operators, OEMs, and mobility providers detect vulnerabilities, prevent fraud, and secure their infrastructure. Today, he leads PlugSecure’s mission to make EV charging networks safer, more resilient, and compliance-ready across Europe.
Suthalan Gnanes is a visionary thought leader in e-mobility and Managing Director of GreenFlux, part of the DKV Mobility Group. With nearly two decades of experience across automotive, telecom, consulting, and mobility, he brings strategic clarity and industry depth to the shift toward sustainable transport.
Since 2013, when he began electrifying ICE vehicles, Suthalan has been driving innovation in e-mobility. At GreenFlux, he leads global sales, operations, product, and strategy—enabling CPOs and eMSPs to scale, grow revenue, and enhance user experience.
Under Suthalan’s leadership, GreenFlux has evolved into a mature, financially stable, and profitable organisation, positioned to drive EV mass adoption. He has helped establish customer trust by leading a scalable financial model, robust roaming capabilities, and a collaborative, locally responsive team. This foundation shapes GreenFlux’s 2026 sales story and its role in accelerating sustainable mobility.
With a background spanning BMW, DKV Mobility, and the broader automotive and energy sectors, Suthalan brings deep expertise in strategy, digital platforms, and business transformation. His hands-on experience across the mobility value chain reinforces his role as a trusted leader in driving the transition to net-zero transport.
Andreas Blin is a seasoned leader in Europe’s e-mobility landscape, committed to advancing accessible and intelligent charging infrastructure. With over 20 years of experience in international sales, business development, and complex technical systems, he now spearheads strategic partnerships at ChargePoint, working closely with charge point operators and energy providers as a key figure in scaling sustainable mobility solutions across Europe.
Stefan Ivanov is the Chief Revenue Officer at AMPECO. He has over 19 years experience in the IT industry and brings a wealth of knowledge in scaling B2B Enterprise companies, business development, sales, management, and consulting. Stefan is leading AMPECO’s global sales and business development efforts. He is a speaker and consultant for technology companies on topics such as sales, business strategy, go-to-marketing, and international expansion.
Dr. Lioudmila Simon (VP eMobility Innovation at E.ON Group Innovation) is a senior executive with over 15 years of experience in the energy industry, specializing in strategy, business development, and innovation at RWE, innogy, and E.ON. In her previous role as Head of the Research and Development Department at innogy, she was responsible for developing innovative technologies and solutions for gas distribution networks, customer solutions, and electromobility. Currently, Lioudmila Simon leads eMobility Innovation at E.ON Group Innovation GmbH. Together with her team, she drives innovations for electromobility as an integral part of the energy system, aiming to make charging easier, more convenient, and more efficient for customers.
Global General Manager & Intrapreneur with over 30 years of experience in Industrial Automation, Energy Management, and eMobility. Proven track record in business growth, strategic development, and leadership in Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.
Casper Rasmussen is a seasoned tech entrepreneur and the CEO & Co‑founder of Monta, the leading platform powering EV charging operations across Europe and the U.S. Prior to Monta, he served as CTO at Monstar Lab Group and co‑founded multiple startups that were acquired or went public. As a serial founder, Casper has raised over €130 million in funding since launching Monta in 2020, scaling the company to serve hundreds of thousands of charge points. He brings deep technical expertise and a visionary mindset to solving the complex challenges of EV infrastructure at scale. As a recognized thought leader in energy-tech and digital platforms, he frequently speaks on topics such as interoperability, charge point monetization, and the role of AI in e-mobility.
Johan has an impressive 8-year track record in SaaS, smart charging, and renewable energy sectors. His international sales and consulting role at Accenture catalyzed growth and market expansion in numerous markets. Johan’s expertise in SaaS sales and his strategic insights in developing CPO and EMSP businesses equip him with a deep understanding of customer needs in the evolving landscape of EV charging.
Daniel is Managing Partner at IMPROVED, and is experienced in New Mobility, EV Charging Infrastructure, and Climate Tech. Daniel supports IMPROVED and its clients on strategic, M&A, and growth financing advisory.
Prior to joining IMPROVED, Daniel was responsible for investments and M&A in E-mobility at Shell plc. In this role, Daniel worked on numerous international transactions around the world, including leading the 2021 acquisition of ubitricity. Daniel also spearheaded multiple strategic investments for Shell Ventures, including stakes in Revel and Envoy in the US, Masabi in the UK and NWG Charging in Germany. Prior to his role at Shell, Daniel spent 16 years working in strategic advisory to the Automotive, Technology and Mobility sectors in roles at Macquarie, EY and Accenture.
James Kennedy is a Founder and the Chief Executive Officer at Virtos, developing megawatt-scale charging equipment with unparalleled reliability. James has more than twenty-five years of experience in startups, power electronics, electric vehicles, charging equipment, and public infrastructure, including the role of CTO at Tritium from founding until public listing in 2021.
James views the grid-scale product area being concentrated on by Virtos as the next frontier of worldwide electrification of transport, and the next step up in both product maturity and production volumes for the industry. He started Virtos to pursue exactly these aims.
James has a long association with electric vehicles & charging equipment. Prior to Virtos and Tritium, James was involved with the University of Queensland’s SunShark solar racing car in the late 1990’s. He has also been integral in other electrification-related projects, ranging from James Cameron’s Deepsea Challenger submarine to large stationary storage systems in green buildings.
Felix Schmidt is the Head of Charging Experience at BMW Group in Munich, leading the development of digital onboard and offboard charging features, including those for the myBMW App. With over five years of experience in the US, Felix has been instrumental in advancing e-mobility solutions worldwide. He is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle technology.
Francesca leads the global EV charging policy team at Tesla covering North America, EMEA and APAC. She manages key strategic priorities for the company to increase broad access to affordable, convenient and reliable EV charging. Francesca has been with Tesla for over ten years and has held various roles including policy positions advancing the companies solar and storage priorities.
Zsolt Máté Juhász is a dynamic and visionary leader, known for combining a pragmatic mindset with a passion for people and innovation. As CEO of United Call Centers, he brings over a decade of hands-on leadership experience in the global business services sector, where he has played a pivotal role in transforming the company into an international player in customer experience and process automation.
Jacco van der Burg is Chairman of eViolin, the european branch organization of CPO’s, EMSP’s, platforms and hubs. Next to his position at Violin he is part of the leadership team of Last Mile solutions as COO.
Andreas, passionate about energy storage as the key enabler of the energy transition is leading the battery business of Infypower in EMEA . Based in Munich he has more than 25 years of international B2B sales and marketing experience working for various cleantech/batterie, electronic and computer businesses. He has built several successful businesses and has worked in large and small companies, seen failures and success and has a vast global network in the battery and electric mobility ecosystem. He studied business administration at European Business school in Oestrich Winkel, Germany, Audencia/ Nantes France and graduated with a master at University of Bayreuth/Germany.
With cutting-edge technology and visionary leadership, Philippe Vangeel has made a significant impact in the e-mobility sector. He currently serves as the Director of EV Belgium, driving the transition to sustainable transport solutions with a strong focus on consumer experience.
With a background in electronics and over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience, Philippe has held key leadership roles in the industry. His strategic and practical approach enables organizations to seize growth opportunities in the rapidly evolving e-mobility landscape. As Secretary General of AVERE, he played a pivotal role in shaping EU policies, providing key insights on regulatory frameworks like AFIR (Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation) and broader legislative developments influencing the sector. Under his leadership, AVERE grew into a leading European platform for electromobility, significantly expanding its membership and influence over six years.
Philippe is a strong advocate for an inclusive e-mobility ecosystem, ensuring visibility and collaboration across the entire value chain—from raw material extraction for EV production to vehicle manufacturers, charging infrastructure operators, and end users. His expertise bridges industry, policy, and innovation, while also emphasizing the consumer experience, addressing real-world challenges such as accessibility, charging convenience, and affordability.
He is fluent in Flemish, English, and French, with working knowledge of Norwegian and German.
A graduate of the Bordeaux Institute of Political Studies Clément Molizon began his career as a Public Affairs Consultant at Domaines Publics before moving to Publicis Consultants. He quickly specialised in matters relating to electric mobility, energy, and transport infrastructure. Passionate about the electric mobility sector and the decarbonisation of transport, he continued his commitment by joining Avere-France in March 2019. After three and a half years as Head of Institutional Relations, and Deputy Managing Director since January 2021, the Board of Directors appointed Clément Molizon as General Delegate of Avere-France in July 2022.
Seasoned practitioner in the energy, financial and FMCG markets. As a C-level executive leader, Aleksander managed his own public affairs agency and a number of newtech projects. He is an enthusiast of innovation and new technology solutions. An author of over 100 articles on e-mobility and sustainable transport for both Polish and English publications. Lawyer, alumnus of the Warsaw University Faculty of Law. In PSNM, Aleksander is responsible for managing international affairs, project management, EU regulations and the battery sector. Aleksander is a trainer at the European Battery Alliance Skills Institute, a member of the European Partnership for Green Hydrogen and lectures European Law and Regulations for New Mobility at the Warsaw University of Technology. Aleksander is also a frequent speaker and expert at global conferences and event.
PSNM currently has 290 members (automotive, lithium-ion batteries, EV charging, financial institutions, hydrogen, logistic, etc.), over 150 partnerships (NGOs and institutions) and works with over 70 Polish cities. PSM annually implements over 50 various projects, including pilot projects and TCO analyses. PSNM has issued over 500 publications since 2016 and operates a database of over 500 000 datapoints. Currently, PSNM is the largest zero emission trade organization in Europe, but it is also a member of E-Mobility Europe.
Chris is the Secretary General at E-Mobility Europe, overseeing all activities of the association. A British and Belgian national, Chris has worked in EU trade associations across the electric vehicle supply chain over the last 13 years. He joined E-Mobility Europe after a decade leading the public affairs and communication programme for Eurometaux, Europe’s metals association, where he was an instrumental industry voice in raising Critical Raw Materials up the EU political agenda.
Jacob van Zonneveld is the CEO and co-founder of Deftpower, a company redefining how electric vehicle drivers, cars, charging points, and the grid work together.
Driven by the belief that EV charging can be smarter, faster, and more affordable, Jacob leads Deftpower in building solutions that optimise the entire charging ecosystem.
He thrives on tackling the most complex challenges in the sector — from integrating diverse technologies to aligning stakeholders across the EV value chain, including drivers, charge point operators, and utilities. Under his leadership, Deftpower is setting a new standard for collaboration and innovation in sustainable mobility.
Mads has been a part of the scale up of Clever from nothing to market leader in Denmark. He has served the e-mobility industry the last 13 years in different roles as CFO and BDO for Clever with a focus on strategy, network development and integrated energy services. Mads is currently spear heading Clevers Charge Point Management System carve out branded Bloom Charge.
Gianluigi leads EY-Parthenon Strategy’s Private Equity practice in Paris. With 25 years in strategy consulting, he has advised PE funds and PortCos on 300+ engagements pre and post deal. His experience covers the whole EV Charging value chain, bringing hands-on expertise to his clients. He and his team played a key role in many major CPO transactions across Europe.
Mathias Wiecher is a leader in the transition to sustainable transportation, with a strong focus on the electrification of commercial vehicles.
As the General Manager of Energy & Charging Infrastructure at Einride, Mathias is at the forefront of building out the necessary solutions to power the future of freight. He leads the development and expansion of a comprehensive charging ecosystem for electric trucks. This work encompasses the full spectrum of the value chain, from charging hardware and site development to creating innovative business models and implementing intelligent, integrated software platforms to ensure seamless and efficient operations.
Before joining Einride, Mathias held senior e-mobility leadership roles at a major European energy company. There, he was instrumental in spearheading the development of pan-European ultra-fast charging networks and creating dedicated, large-scale charging solutions for commercial and logistics partners.
His deep expertise across the entire charging ecosystem—from the physical hardware to the digital intelligence that optimizes it—makes him a leading voice on the practical and scalable implementation of electric freight.
David Cornish is Product Specialist at Urgent EV.
David was central to the design and development of Urgent, a maintenance management platform designed and developed specifically for fuel and convenience retailers.
David brings his extensive experience of working with international and national fuel retailers to the EV industry. He works with charge point operators to improve the reliability of their charging infrastructure through the automation of their charger maintenance.
David has a wealth of technology and electronics expertise, having spent more than 20 years developing software and hardware solutions across multiple industries.
David is a champion of electric vehicles and the shift to sustainable transport.
Previously leading UX at Ocean, Karin now drives the company’s marketing strategy, leveraging deep user understanding to position the EV charging platform as a market leader and accelerate adoption across global markets.
Transitioning from software development to product leadership, Žiga applies strong technical expertise and strategic vision to guide Ocean’s product roadmap, delivering innovative and customer-focused solutions in the EV charging sector.
With over six years of experience in the e-mobility sector, Javier joined XCharge in 2021 as Sales Manager for Spain, Portugal, and Italy. After successfully driving growth across Southern Europe as Country Manager, he was appointed Head of Sales for Europe in 2023.
Javier is a passionate leader with deep expertise in the EV charging ecosystem. His focus lies in advancing reliable charging infrastructure and creating seamless user experiences that accelerate the adoption of e-mobility. At XCharge, he champions the integration of innovative, smart energy solutions designed to ensure that charging is not only technologically advanced but also dependable and intuitive for drivers and operators alike.
Layla is a Technical Product Manager at BMW Group, focusing on the development and implementation of digital features that optimize the public charging experience. Her role includes ensuring the accuracy of charging station data and promoting price transparency to enhance customer engagement within the e-mobility sector. Since joining BMW in 2021, Layla has been an integral part of business development and energy efficiency projects in Munich and Silicon Valley. She holds a Master's degree in Management & Technology from the Technical University of Munich, which equipped her to drive innovative solutions and foster strategic collaborations in e-mobility.
Julien is a Director in EY-Parthenon Strategy, specializing in Mobility & Energy. Over the past few years, Julien has been working closely with CPOs and Charging Infrastructure service providers to shape their growth strategies, streamline their operations, and navigate the complexities of Europe’s EV charging market. He also led both buy-side and sell-side engagements in recent major CPO transactions.
Kai Fieber is CTO and co-founder of Ambibox GmbH. He has been involved in the combination of the energy world and electromobility for almost 15 years.
He always translates between the “suits and nerds”.
Following his apprenticeship at Deutsche Bahn and his studies in electrical engineering, he has completed further courses in project management and patent law in recent years.
He is and has always been active in cross-disciplinary and cross-technology functions.
From product development to the testing of charging technology and battery storage systems, through a wide variety of research and development projects, consulting, to the planning and construction of charging parks and energy systems, he has supported a wide range of international and well-known companies and partners.
For one of the former largest renewable energy companies, for example, he was responsible for the development of an EMS and data logger for the global power plant portfolio.
For Foxconn, he supported the establishment of a European design center and the foray into the energy sector.
With the Ambibox team, he is already behind many developments of energy storage systems from Home ESS to the fully integrated BESS container. And now also behind the bidirectional DC wallbox.
In various technical and standardization committees, he is working for interoperability and standardization in these areas.
Since 2023, Anton Achatz has served as Managing Director of Mer Austria and, as of April 2025, also holds the role of Director of Public Charging at Mer Germany. In this strategically important dual role, he leads the public charging business in both Germany and Austria. With over 13 years of industry experience, he was previously responsible as technical and operational managing director for developing E-WALD GmbH from a publicly funded research project into a company recognized across Europe. After the acquisition by Statkraft in 2021, he initially joined the management team of the sister company Mer Germany within the European Mer Group, before taking over the leadership of Mer Austria. With strong technical expertise and strategic foresight, he is guiding the company toward sustainable economic and sales success.
Jeroen van Tilburg has been CEO of IONITY since May 2024. With his extensive experience in electric mobility and digital charging network management, he brings valuable expertise to further grow Europe's leading ultra-fast charging network. Previously, van Tilburg was Head of Charging at Tesla, responsible for the expansion and transformation of the Supercharger network in EMEA. In leadership roles at global technology companies such as Microsoft, Google and Netflix, van Tilburg's data-driven, forward-thinking mindset has been instrumental in the success of digital business models. He is now applying this toolkit to further expand IONITY's high-performance charging network and realize the vision of zero-emission, convenient travel for all.
Petar serves as Head of Strategic Alliances, Regulatory Affairs and Sustainability at AMPECO, where he shapes strategic regulatory initiatives and sustainability programs for EV charging operators across global markets. As a Board Member at E-Mobility Europe, he helps drive industry-wide policy development and regulatory frameworks. He specializes in navigating complex regulatory environments and building strategic alliances that advance sustainable electric mobility solutions.
Lucie Mattera is the Secretary General of ChargeUp Europe, the voice of the electric vehicle (EV) charging industry. ChargeUp Europe is committed to delivering a seamless charging experience for EV drivers, incentivising investment and creating a consumer-centric, open market model for charging infrastructure in Europe. Lucie has extensive European political and policy experience, having worked in the European Parliament, at cabinet level in the French Ministry for the Economy and Finance and the European Commission, in the cabinet of the President of the European Council and at the U.S. Mission to the EU. She also has leadership experience in trade and green associations in Brussels. She is committed to further shaping the EV charging infrastructure sector and placing it at the heart of the EU’s twin digital and green transition.
Edma Salillari is a Sales Engineer for Financial Services at Hubject, specializing in advising CPOs on the Hubject Financial Services solution, guiding through tailored product demonstrations and identifying technical solutions that can magnify operational value. With 4 years of experience in partnership management and key account management, coupled with technical expertise in product development and API integrations, Edma Salillari brings you bespoke solutions that bridge the gap between your business needs and financial operations via Hubject Financial Services. She focuses on enabling CPOs to adapt Hubject’s Financial Services product to their unique requirements, driving innovation and success in the financial operations.
Markus Hackmann is the managing director of P3 and responsible for the area of e-mobility. After completing his engineering studies at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, he joined P3 in 2006 and has since been working on numerous projects in the field of e-mobility technology strategies, lithium-ion batteries and the charging of electric vehicles. Since a few years and with the breakthrough of electric mobility, numerous projects with utilities, grid operators have been added. Likewise, Markus and the P3 work with numerous investors on the topic of technical due diligence. The P3 e-mobility team currently consists of over 200 consulting engineers.
Aneta Benova is an experienced charge point specialist with deep expertise in OCPP integration testing, migration projects, and EV charging software. At GreenFlux, she leads technical integrations, working closely with manufacturers, development teams, and customers to ensure seamless platform migrations and reliable hardware-software interoperability.
Known for her analytical and hands-on approach, Aneta combines problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail—helping organisations overcome complex challenges in EV charging networks. With over five years at GreenFlux, she has been a key player in resolving mission-critical integration issues, supporting migration projects, and shaping customer-focused solutions that drive the future of e-mobility.
Rogier Wissink is a seasoned e-mobility professional with deep expertise in EV charging software and platform migration. At GreenFlux, he helps charge point operators, mobility service providers, and partners implement scalable, hardware-agnostic charging solutions that support sustainable growth.
Known for his pragmatic and collaborative approach, Rogier combines analytical insight with real-life experience to support customers reach their business goals. With international experience and a background as a professional athlete, he thrives on teamwork and guiding organisations through complex transitions in the fast-evolving EV landscape.
Theo Reichgelt is a thought leader in eMobility marketing and founder of Nexxt Industry, the sector’s leading marketing partner. With years of experience in the sector, he helps brands across Europe and North America turn breakthrough eMobility innovations into real market adoption. Theo is known for challenging conventional thinking and providing the leadership needed to accelerate growth across the industry.
Michael Keller is Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of the Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN) e. V. and CEO of the CharIN Academy GmbH. Michael Keller brings over 20 years of experience in leadership roles, including 14 years in the Volkswagen Group. As a co-founder of CharIN e. V. and long-time Executive Board member and treasurer, Michael has played an instrumental role in shaping the association’s direction. Michael Keller received his engineer degree for electric in Karlsruhe and was awarded with the “Professor Ferdinand Porsche Preis” of the Technical University in Vienna in 2009 for the “first automotive application of a lithium-ion hybrid battery”
Jens Thomas currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer at chargeIQ, bringing over 20 years of hands-on experience in SaaS business, company scaling, sales and marketing,. With a proven track record in the fast-paced e-mobility sector, he has held pivotal leadership roles at chargecloud—where he was instrumental in positioning the company as a market leader in Germany—and at StreetScooter, where he spearheaded ambitious international growth and forged key strategic partnerships. Known for his entrepreneurial mindset, pragmatic leadership style, and ability to turn bold ideas into tangible results, Jens continues to drive sustainable innovation and business excellence in the e-mobility space.
Wolfgang Ademmer has been Chief Marketing Officer at Alpitronic since April 2023 and is an expert in electromobility and charging technology. He oversees the strategic direction and international marketing, including the megawatt charging system HYC1000, launched in February 2025. Passionate about e-mobility, Ademmer has worked in the field since 2017, advising companies on product development and sales. His career in power electronics began in 1991, including leadership roles at Infineon and as CEO of a Swiss semiconductor company.
Chris Cardé has spent his career at the intersection of mobility, energy, automotive, and technology - often a step ahead of the curve. From pioneering some of the world's first plug-in hybrid electric vehicles at UC Davis in the early 2000s, to leading groundbreaking consumer-tech integrations (like the world's first automotive iPod and iPhone integrations) at Mercedes-Benz R&D North America, he's consistently driven innovation that reshapes industries. At Google, Chris brought mobility into the connected era, launching Android Auto and Android Automotive OS, then advanced smartphone-driven energy experiences at E.ON Energy. Now, as Founder and CEO of HeyCharge, he's reshaping EV charging with the patented, offline-first SecureCharge platform, dramatically reducing costs and boosting reliability - ensuring charging works seamlessly anytime, anywhere, even without the internet.
Marco Möller is the co‑founder and CEO of Pionix and has been driving open‑source innovation in the e‑mobility and energy sector for years. As the initiator of the EVerest project – a flagship LF Energy initiative providing an open‑source firmware stack for secure and standards‑compliant EV charging – he has helped build a global network of industry leaders, research institutions, and utilities. Marco serves on the LF Energy Board and the Open Charge Alliance Board, advocating for interoperability and collaborative development in the charging ecosystem. Previously, he co‑founded the drone startup MAVinci, which was successfully acquired by Intel, and continues to support emerging tech ventures as an angel investor.
Valentin Beck is a Technical Product Manager at BMW Group, specializing in E-Mobility Services. With over 7 years of experience in the automotive industry, Valentin has contributed significantly to the development and enhancement of BMW's next-generation infotainment systems, both in Germany and China.
He holds a Master's degree in Informatics: Games Engineering from the Technical University of Munich. Currently, Valentin is dedicated to driving innovations in data enrichments within the electric mobility sector, aiming to create a more reliable and transparent ecosystem that enhances customer confidence and streamlines operations across the industry.
Ryan leads research on Charging Infrastructure at BloombergNEF. He covers the technology, policy and economic factors shaping the sector and how its evolution will affect the transport and utility industries. Ryan authors research on the status of the industry, financial analysis and forecasts. He regularly contributes to Bloomberg’s Hyperdrive column with opinions and analysis from his research.
Prior to joining BloombergNEF, Ryan worked at Jaguar Land Rover for five years, working on their electrification and mobility strategies. Ryan holds a master’s degree in Automotive Technology from the University of Warwick and a degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Liverpool.
Senior Principal at AFRY Management Consulting, Yasmine Assef supports clients on their decision-making in the field of energy transition, with a focus on decarbonized transport, e-mobility, and energy flexibility. Yasmine has more than 25 years of experience in the energy industry, starting her career in the field of energy management systems and smart grids at Alstom Grid. Prior to joining AFRY, she was Energy Services Program Director at Renault Group, leading the design, deployment, and operations of charging services for Electric Vehicles, including vehicle-to-grid and Smart Charging. Yasmine has a master’s degree and a PhD in Electrical Engineering.
He has lead the European Charging & Energy Strategy, Business Development and Go-to-market for Ford in Europe. Oliver is an accomplished Strategy and Go-to-Market expert with a strong background in the digital platforms and eMobility area. He joined Ford Motor Company from Hubject, the global leader in digital charging services, where he was heading the USA office in Santa Monica. Prior to this position he supported OEMs, CPOs, MSPs and Energy utilities on a global level as a Strategy Consultant and focused on international market entries from USA and Asia to Europe as Governmental Affairs consultant at DGA Group.
Richard Earl is the Director of Research and Development at EO Charging. For the last 20 years, Richard has been working in the energy and automotive sectors across a number of engineering and leadership roles. Since studying Electrical and Electronic Engineering at university he has developed code for safety critical applications such as engine controllers, lead teams of software developers to develop large scale software applications managing millions of end points and he has managed cross functional teams to deliver multiple electronic products to the mass market.
In his roles at EO Charging he has led the successful delivery and evolution of the Mini Pro and Genius families of electric vehicle charging stations - two of which have received nominations for product innovation along with submission for patents. Now Richard oversees the introduction of new charging technology into EO ranging from new protocols, standards and new charging stations in order to solve complex customer problems.
Additionally, Richard is also the chair of the BEAMA trade association EV Infrastructure Group helping the industry navigate the evolving regulatory landscape as EV infrastructure moves from niche to mass adoption.
Julia Titeux, Chief Product Officer at ChargeGuru-Zeplug, has spent nearly 7 years scaling one of Europe's leading EV charging infrastructure companies from startup to market leader. Beginning as one of the company's first employees in marketing and growth, she successfully transitioned to product leadership in 2023, building and leading a 10-person product team from scratch. Her unique cross-functional expertise in both market development and product strategy positions her as a key voice in the evolution of residential EV charging solutions across European markets.
Stian Bjørhei is Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Elaway, where he champions affordable, reliable EV charging for nearly 50 percent of European residents living in housing communities. Over the past six years, he has scaled Elaway across four markets—shaping commercial strategy, driving operational excellence, and pioneering entry into the flexibility market. With hands-on experience that spans technical roles from developer to commercial positions, and his roots in an entrepreneurial family business, Stian combines visionary leadership with a deep understanding of this week’s key operational hurdles.
Pavol Magic is the CEO and co-founder of Zoniq, an AI-powered location intelligence platform and consultancy for EV charging. With over a decade of experience in mobility and data-driven infrastructure planning, he helps charge point operators, utilities, and governments scale smarter, using real utilization data and predictive models to scout, evaluate, and optimize EV charging sites across Europe and beyond.
Florian Hübner is President and Co-founder of Uberall, the global leader in AI-powered location marketing. As the company’s original CEO, he scaled Uberall from a Berlin startup to a platform powering 1.5 million business locations across 170+ countries. Now as President, Florian focuses on product innovation, enterprise partnerships, and guiding Uberall’s AI strategy.
Before founding Uberall, he was a strategy consultant at McKinsey & Company. Florian holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science, with research stints at the Hasso Plattner Institute, University of Southern California, and Sydney University (NICTA).
Andreas Müller is Customer Solutions EMEA Lead at ABB E-mobility, where he drives the deployment of innovative charging solutions across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. With more than 15 years of experience at ABB, he has held senior leadership roles shaping the company’s global EV charging business, including as Senior Vice President Public Charging and as Global Portfolio Line Manager for E-Mobility Products. Previously, he managed ABB’s global EV charging infrastructure portfolio, with a strong focus on connectivity, digital services, and product innovation. Andreas holds a Master’s degree in Management, Technology and Economics from ETH Zürich and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from EPFL Lausanne.
Andreas Helland is CEO and Co-Founder of Atender Group, a Norwegian customer service outsourcing company founded in mid-2019 with co-founder Erik Windahl Olsen. Based in Bergen, Norway, Andreas leads a company that provides scalable, 24/7 customer support outsourcing services primarily for Nordic markets. Under his leadership, Atender Group has grown to over 150 team members and is known for its unique workplace culture rooted in trust-based leadership principles.
Peter serves as VP Global Accounts & Partnerships at AMPECO, where he has spent over 5 years leading four revenue-focused teams spanning Sales, Account Management, Partnerships, and Lead Generation across global markets. He specializes in building strategic alliances with energy companies, oil & gas leaders, and pure-play CPOs, helping them scale EV charging operations intelligently and reliably across diverse international markets.
Milos has more than 12 years of strategy and transaction advisory experience advising corporates as well as financial sponsors.
Currently based in Oslo, Milos has advised clients across the Nordics, wider EMEA and North America, having relocated from Strategy& in London in 2016.
Milos is an expert on energy transformation with focus on new energy solutions combining renewable generation, storage, and offtake sources (EVs / smart mobility) both in-front and behind the meter powered by smart services and technology.
Within EV charging specifically, Milos helped to shape numerous go-to-market strategies for leading Nordic and European HW manufacturers, eMSPs and CPOs as well as to assess investment opportunities along the EV charging value chain for Private Equity and Infrastructure investors.
Milos is one of the co-authors of the annual Strategy& E-readiness study, EV Charging Outlook and Digital Auto Reports. Additionally, Milos co-leads PwC's global EV Charging Centre of Excellence.
Milos holds MA in Economics and Finance from Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, United Kingdom and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
Tomas Tamasauskas, Country Manager for Eldrive Lithuania, has over seven years of experience in e-mobility sector, specializing in EV charging infrastructure and fully-electric car sharing services. Being with Eldrive since the inception of its operations in Lithuania, Tomas has led major projects and initiatives shaping the EV landscape of the region.
Øystein Tomassen is the Chief Technical Officer at Wattif EV, with operations across Norway, Sweden, Germany, Austria, the UK and Ireland. He is an experienced backend developer, tech specialist and product developer with extensive experience from IoT, telecom, broadcasting, debt collection, security and banking. Since Wattif’s founding in 2021, he has played a key role in shaping the company's technology and product direction. Wattif EV focuses on destination charging, delivering tailored solutions across multiple segments including MDUs, fleet, depots, and public parking. The company offers a range of services from charging-as-a-service to fully funded, turnkey installations.
Arjan van der Eijk (COO at E.ON Drive Infrastructure) is an experienced energy and mobility leader with a strong track record in driving digital innovation, customer experience, and sustainable business transformation. Currently serving as COO at E.ON Drive Infrastructure, Arjan is passionate about building the future of eMobility across Europe. He combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership, gained through senior roles at leading companies such as E.ON, innogy, and Essent. His career spans marketing, digital transformation, and commercial strategy - always with a focus on delivering customer value and accelerating the energy transition.
Kerstin Koske is a seasoned expert in customer service and reliability strategies at Siemens, based in Erlangen, Germany. With a strong background in service innovation and cross-functional collaboration, Kerstin plays a key role in developing and implementing scalable service concepts that enhance operational reliability across Siemens’ eMobility and industrial portfolios.
Kerstin works closely with international teams and partners to align technical service offerings with customer-centric goals, focusing on predictive maintenance, digital diagnostics, and lifecycle support. Her contributions have been instrumental in shaping service frameworks that drive both performance and sustainability.
At icnc25, Kerstin will share insights from recent initiatives that demonstrate how integrated service models can significantly improve system uptime and customer satisfaction in complex infrastructure environments.
Christian Hahn received a master’s degree in industrial engineering in 2005, with a special emphasis on environmental and power technology as well as change management. His career began at ThyssenKrupp and Daimler AG, followed by six years
at PricewaterhouseCoopers in Berlin, where he specialized in consulting for the energy supply business. As an advisor, he was primarily responsible for areas within strategy and business development, optimizing business processes and project management, smart energy, intelligent networks, and smart metering.
He began working on his first electric vehicle projects in 2008. He joined Hubject in 2012, where he started as Head of Business Development and Administration. Christian Hahn was appointed CEO of Hubject GmbH in January 2015. Following a change in the management team in January 2019, his primary focus is now on strategy, investor relations, and the global Hubject company setup.
Eric is responsible for planning & leading Toyota’s North American eMSP platform. Launching the service within Toyota’s digital App to simplify the ownership experience in 2022 at onset of their first mass market EV, bZ4X. With over a decade of experience in software, quality engineering, and product management, he has worked with the eMobility industry to launch various new products into the North American consumer market for both home and public charging.
Niklas Behl is Senior Vice President at Amperfied GmbH, a leading provider of electric vehicle charging infrastructure and a subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG. After joining Amperfied in 2022 as VP Software, he now heads R&D and the development of the Amperfied Dynamic DC system, a modular fast-charging solution unveiled at Power2Drive 2025. Designed for high availability and scalability, it targets logistics fleets and charging parks with dynamic power distribution and predictive maintenance. Niklas holds a Masterʼs in IT Management and a Bachelorʼs in Business Administration. His career spans consulting, entrepreneurship, and embedded systems - making him a driving force behind Amperfiedʼs transformation into a full-service provider for smart charging infrastructure.
Jarrod Birch is the Head of Policy at ChargeUK, the voice of the UK’s EV charging sector. He works with ChargeUK members and Government to shape the policies that can deliver a world-leading charging network in the UK.
Jarrod has worked with the sector since 2020, firstly as a government official in the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles and then as Policy & Advocacy Lead at Shell, where he represented the Shell Recharge and Ubitricity networks in their engagement with UK and EU policymakers. He started his career working on EU affairs in Brussels and has previously advised both Government ministers and large multinationals on engaging with the EU institutions.
Claas Bracklo is Chairman of the Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN e. V.) and Policy Director at BMW. Claas Bracklo joined BMW in March 2005 and held various positions in research and development with focus on E/E-architectures, system design, hardware/software components and in car networking. Before his current position he was in charge of e-mobility within the powertrain development. He started his career at Mercedes Benz and Daimler in the development of data bus systems. He led several teams and departments in the area of system test, E/E-architecture and ECU-development. Claas Bracklo holds a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Dortmund.
Head of Communications, German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) Simon Schütz heads the Department of Communication, Events, and Marketing at the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA). He has been with the VDA since 2021. Prior to joining the VDA, Schütz worked as a political and economic journalist in Germany and the USA, notably as a Responsible Editor at BILD and as Germany Correspondent for NPR. He earned his M.A. in Strategic Political Communication from Freie Universität Berlin as well as George Washington University in Washington, D.C..
Arne Schlowak is Lead Testing Engineer and Test Facility Manager at the Hubject Testing Facility, specializing in charging communication systems for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. He holds a Master of Science in Automotive Engineering from Technische Universität Berlin, with a focus on automotive software and electronics.
Arne began his career at Volkswagen’s high-voltage test center (TCH) in Fallersleben, where he developed test systems for conformance and interoperability based on DIN SPEC 70121, ISO 15118, and GB/T 27930. His work included HIL test bench development, automated testing, and analysis of charging communication.
In his current role, Arne develops and leads advanced testing services for charger manufacturers, OEMs, and charge point operators, ensuring robust and interoperable charging communication across the e-mobility ecosystem.
Roderick is CEO and co-founder of Eco-Movement, the leading data platform for charging station location and price data. This independent data platform provides data services that simplify the sharing of reliable charging station data; helping CPOs, eMSPs, and other key players with improved data accuracy, insights, visibility and compliance requirements. The data is integrated with partners like Google, Apple, NIO, A Better Routeplanner, Tesla, TomTom, HERE, Uber and Shell.
Lukas is a leader of P3’s work on charging infrastructure and new energy technologies and serves charge point operators, charging equipment manufacturers, charging software providers, and investors in Europe. In his role as Principal Charging & Energy, he focuses on helping clients develop charging and new energy products and services as well as optimize network operation and maximize future growth. Additionally, Lukas is responsible for P3’s Energy Lab in Osnabrück, Germany, that offers testing, engineering and benchmarking services in order to improve reliability and interoperability between technologies and products across the e-mobility and energy ecosystem.
Radu-Vasile Pop is the International Head of Sales for ePayments in Self-Service Verticals (EV-Charging & Parking) at Worldline Global. In this role, he leads the EV Charging market, guided by a passion for payments and excitement about the EV industry's transformative journey across Europe.
Claude Muller is Director of e-Mobility at INDIGO Group, a world leader in the parking and urban mobility sector. He oversees INDIGO’s European activities as a Charge Point Operator (CPO), driving the deployment and operation of EV charging infrastructure and digital charging services across multiple markets. In France, INDIGO already operates more than 7,000 charge points, making the Group the French leading CPO in urban environment. EV charging has recently been integrated into INDIGO Neo, the Group’s digital sales and services interface, enhancing customer experience with seamless access to on-street parking, off-street parking, and now EV charging. Previously, Claude held senior positions at Stellantis and Renault/Nissan, contributing to the launch of the first electric vehicles in Europe, and served as CEO of Egis Mobility Services in France and then Mexico developing mobility, payments, and tolling operations.
Alex Manolov is Frontier Projects Director at AMPECO, where he drives initiatives that explore emerging business models and breakthrough technologies in eMobility. With a track record of scaling innovation across complex industries, he specializes in turning ambitious ideas into concrete growth opportunities for AMPECO and its clients. By bridging experimentation with execution, Alex ensures AMPECO stays ahead of the curve in the fast-evolving EV charging landscape.
Eimantas leads the EV Charging Network for the Baltics, driving the growth of Ignitis ON into the region’s strongest fast-charging platform. Ignitis ON EV charging network now connects Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia with more than 1,500 charging points and one seamless app, setting the pace for the Baltics’ shift to sustainable mobility.
Yavor serves as Technical Architecture Consultant at AMPECO, where he has spent nearly 3 years providing technical consulting and architecture guidance for EV charging platform solutions. He specializes in payment integration solutions, working closely with payment providers to optimize charging infrastructure implementations and navigate complex technical integrations across AMPECO’s platform capabilities in global markets.
Michael Greenberg is a seasoned technology executive based in San Francisco with over three decades of experience scaling businesses across marketing technology, SaaS, and e-commerce sectors. Renowned for his expertise in presales, professional services, and solution selling, he excels in driving strategic growth and customer retention programs. With a rich background in global leadership and revenue generation, Michael oversees worldwide growth initiatives at AMPECO with an emphasis on the Americas.
