Agenda

Joey Berg is the Chief Executive Officer of EnergiSpot, where he is spearheading the deployment of innovative EV charging solutions across the US, leveraging his extensive experience in operations and sustainability. Prior to EnergiSpot, Joey served as Director of Distribution at Tesla, managing global service parts planning, distribution networks, and logistics for products like solar panels, powerwalls, superchargers, and Megapacks, supporting the company's electrification mission. His career also includes leadership roles at Target, Amazon, and Pattern®, where he drove operational excellence and global expansion, notably as Chief International Officer at Pattern®. A former United States Marine Corps officer with 12 years of service, Joey held key positions such as Company Commander and Regimental Assistant Operations Officer, leading tactical operations and training for thousands of Marines. Joey's unique blend of operational expertise, sustainability focus, and leadership makes him a compelling voice on the future of EV charging infrastructure.

William "Billy" Davis has been influencing public policy in Chicago for more than thirty years, through roles in government, civic engagement, and non-profit advocacy. As executive director of Bronzeville Community Development Partnership (BCDP), an enterprise think tank, Davis works with stakeholders to develop economic solutions at the neighborhood level that create new enterprises and generate jobs. With a keen interest in environmental justice and mobility, BCDP launched JitneyEV, LLC in 2020 to help accelerate the transition to electric vehicle transportation and charging infrastructure and increase e-mobility access in black and brown communities.

Joe Liotine is the Executive Vice President, Electrical Distribution Systems, a position he has held since November 2024. In his role, Mr. Liotine leads Aptiv's premier vehicle architecture product line, driving industry adoption of optimized low and high-voltage vehicle architectures. His responsibilities include leading the execution of the EDS global strategy, with a focus on footprint optimization, enhanced automation, and growth in automotive and adjacent market.

Mr. Liotine joined Aptiv in April 2024 as President, Signal and Power Solutions, where he was responsible for driving the seamless alignment and execution of our commercial and operating strategies within S&PS globally, including Electrical Distribution Systems, Connection Systems, Vehicle Electrification Systems, HellermannTyton, Winchester Interconnect, and Intercable Automotive Solutions.

Teddy Storrs is a Senior Research and Policy Analyst at Ohm Analytics, a market intelligence firm tracking the renewable energy transition. At Ohm, he leads research and reporting for the company's EV charging product which provides actionable insights to EV charging providers. His role includes tracking rebate and incentive programs, legislation, and key growth drivers of the EV charging market. Prior to joining Ohm, Teddy worked as an energy consultant for large C&I customers in New England. Teddy holds an BA in Environmental Policy from Colby College.

Jeffrey Prosserman is CEO of Voltpost, a venture-backed company based in New York and San Francisco that is on a mission to decarbonize mobility by democratizing charging access. The company does this by retrofitting lampposts into the Voltpost electric vehicle charging platform. Prior to starting Voltpost, Jeffrey was the Director of Innovation at Samsung in New York. In that role, he led mobile, IoT, TV, XR, podcasts, and voice software and hardware product development. He has worked at the forefront of technology and digital media for over twenty years. In 2022, he graduated from the Columbia University Sustainability Management program. As Co-Founder, CEO at Voltpost, he is a purpose driven executive who is leading a growing team to rapidly deploy chargers and make a positive impact in the race to net-zero.

Najwa Abouhassan is the Senior Manager of Operational Planning at ComEd in Joliet, IL. Previously, she held the role of Senior Manager of Distribution Standards, where she was instrumental in shaping the company's distribution standards. She currently serves as the secretary of the AEIC Grid Platform Committee and chairs the Professional Program Committee for Women in Energy (WEN). Najwa is also collaborating with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) project to develop a strategy for modernizing the distribution control center. Additionally, she works as a liaison for 2C2I, a program at Exelon that supports innovation and accelerates the growth of energy startups through strategic partnerships and industry collaboration.

With prior experience as the Engineering Supervisor in Underground, Overhead, Relay, and SCADA Performance at DTE in Detroit, MI, Najwa brings extensive expertise to her current role. She holds a BSEE and MSEE from Wayne State University and is currently pursuing an MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, reflecting her commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Chris Lindgren, Superintendent of Parks & Planning for the Park District of Oak Park, has been with the Park District since 2013 and has over 20 years' experience in the construction industry. Major responsibilities are the maintenance and upkeep of all 18 parks, 22 facilities, capital project management, and ADA Coordinator.

Stacey Simms holds the role of Senior Director, Clean Fuels and Infrastructure at CALSTART, overseeing all programs and projects related to clean fuel and charging technologies and supporting infrastructure across the transportation spectrum at the company. She has extensive experience in the clean energy and transportation fields, from an impressively diverse variety of roles.

Before joining CALSTART, Stacey was the Senior Manager, EV Policy and Incentives at 7-Eleven, leading the company's teams in building out the 7Charge EV charging network throughout the U.S and Canada. Stacey's other roles have included senior business consultant for clean transportation at Xcel Energy, where she led teams in launching the Electric Fleet Advisory Program, the Electric School Bus Incentive Program and the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program; and associate director of programs at the Colorado Energy Office, leading the team responsible for more than $200M in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

Christian Zapletal is a Director at Simon-Kucher, specializing in monetization strategies, pricing excellence, and dynamic pricing innovations for EV charging and the energy transition sector.

With more than 12 years of experience in the EV charging sector, Christian has been at the forefront of the e-mobility market since its inception. As the Head of Simon-Kucher's EV Charging Excellence Cluster, he also publishes Simon-Kucher's Global EV Charging Studies across all major EV markets. His panel studies involve direct engagement with EV drivers worldwide to understand their expectations and their willingness-to-pay, providing first-hand insights that shape the industry's strategic direction.

Throughout this career, Christian has supported major EV charging operators, utilities, auto OEMs and mobility service providers in expanding and monetizing their charging networks in markets with both high and low EV maturity. In mature EV markets such as Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Germany, he created successful monetization and go-to-market strategies, which he now applies to less mature EV markets like the United States, tailoring solutions to their unique challenges and opportunities.

Christian holds a Master's degree from the University of Frankfurt.

Tom Sun is an entrepreneur passionate about accelerating EV adoption and building a sustainable future. With a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a decade of experience working at renowned companies like Goldman Sachs and Twitter, Tom brings technical expertise and strategic vision to the EV charging industry.

In 2021, Tom founded AmpUp to provide reliable and serviceable EV charging solutions for locations where people park for extended periods. A dedicated EV advocate since 2017, when he first drove a Nissan Leaf, Tom has been committed to solving the challenges of EV infrastructure.

An advocate for innovation, Tom participated in Y Combinator Startup School 2018 and was selected for the prestigious Y Combinator W19 Batch, experiences that further shaped his entrepreneurial vision and AmpUp's mission to make EV charging seamless, accessible, and reliable for all.

Akhilesh specializes in policy analysis, regulatory economics, and strategic planning related to electrification and distributed energy resources (DERs).

He has supported a range of clients, including utilities, regulators, renewable developers, and technology companies. Akhilesh has led efforts to evaluate the electric grid impacts of electrification and DER adoption. He has worked with utilities to conduct cost-benefit analyses of electrification programs, design electric rates for customers with emerging technologies, and develop integrated resource plans. He has also worked with technology companies and developers to illustrate the value of DERs and load flexibility to the electric system.

Prior to joining Brattle, Akhilesh developed business strategy and policy for Exelon's electric and gas utility businesses on a range of issues, including electrification, distributed energy resources, utility regulatory models, rate design, and long-term financial planning.

Mathias Bell is an expert in utility program strategy and policy and leads WeaveGrid's collaboration efforts with utilities to build support for transportation electrification programs. Most recently, Mathias led Xcel Energy's clean transportation program strategy efforts. This work included leading stakeholder workshops, designing customer programs, such as Public Utilities Fortnightly's Smartest Utility Project for a subscription service pilot, developing filings for more than $300 million in program budgets, and writing comments and serving as a witness in utility proceedings. Before joining Xcel Energy, Mathias served as Oracle Utilities' Manager for Regulatory Affairs in the Midwest, working closely with utilities and policy stakeholders to build support for programs and garner regulatory approvals. Mathias has also worked at Rocky Mountain Institute, an energy-focused non-profit, leading research teams and advising clients, including utilities, city and state governments, and regulatory agencies, on customer program strategies, including energy efficiency and renewables. Mathias holds a B.A. in International Relations with a Concentration in Environmental and Technology Studies from Carleton College.

Kendall Cody is the Director of Marketing & Communications at WeaveGrid, a cleantech startup headquartered in San Francisco that develops grid-integrated software enabling smarter, cleaner electric vehicle charging. She joined WeaveGrid in 2021 and has since led marketing initiatives around high-impact partnerships and program expansions, most recently introducing in-app integrations with Toyota, Rivian, and utility providers to streamline user enrollment, optimize charging, and promote cost savings for drivers and grid operators alike. Additionally, she regularly represents WeaveGrid in industry forums, including podcasts and conferences, offering thought leadership on EV-grid integration, program design, and equitable access to clean-energy solutions. She holds a B.S. in Earth Systems from Stanford University and an MBA from Northwestern's Kellogg School of Management.

Kameale C. Terry is the co-founder and CEO of ChargerHelp!, a cutting-edge technology company launched in 2020 that tackles the issue of inoperable electric vehicle charging stations. A native of South Central Los Angeles, Kameale is driven by her passion for data, technology, and community empowerment. Under her leadership, ChargerHelp! has raised over $21 million, amassed the nation's largest dataset of EV service work orders, and services stations across 17 states. Kameale's innovative approach blends real-world data, predictive analytics, and machine learning to provide industry-leading solutions to ensure EV charging reliability. She is also deeply committed to workforce development, helping to create high-paying jobs through partnerships with organizations like the Society of Automotive Engineers and the U.S. Department of Labor. Her background in operations and technology, combined with her commitment to empowering historically marginalized communities, has positioned her as a thought leader in the clean energy and mobility sectors.

Ahmad Khan Ahmad Khan, Ph.D., is a Senior Engineer at Quanta Technology with deep expertise in power electronics, renewable energy systems, and modern power grid resiliency. With a Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Illinois Chicago -- where his research focused on intrusion detection and corrective action in power systems -- Dr. Khan brings a cutting-edge perspective to grid security and integration challenges. He has held research roles at Siemens and Kansas State University and has contributed significantly to the academic and professional energy community as Technical Chair of the 2020 IEEE Kansas Power and Energy Conference (KPEC) and Special Session Chair for IEEE IECON 2024. His work centers on applying advanced control theory to ensure the stable, secure, and efficient operation of converter-based systems within the evolving power grid.

With over 25 years of experience, Joshua Goldman has been instrumental in the development of electrified medium and heavy duty buses, trucks and their associated charging and fueling systems. With a background in mechanical and systems engineering, Joshua's hands-on expertise spans over 75 makes and models of electrified vehicles from dozens of OEMs and most types of engines, batteries and fuels, including helping to launch Proterra in 2008-2013. While at Proterra, Joshua helped invent, develop patent and sell the world's first fast-charge EV buses and first dual-port 1 MW (500 kW x 2) automated charging stations. During 2013-2020, Joshua also helped develop and sell some of the first V2G school buses, and EV semi, yard tractor, box and refuse trucks. Since 2020, Joshua became an expert in microgrids using generators, fuel cells, solar and batteries to support EV charging.

Jeremy Niles, Vice President of Marketing and Channel Strategy at Liberty Plugins, Inc., has over 10 years of experience scaling companies in the electric vehicle, solar, energy storage, and commercial IoT industries. Prior to joining Liberty, Niles led B2B and B2C marketing strategy and execution at Pika Energy, leading up to the company's acquisition by Generac Power systems. At Generac, he played a key role in the company's successful entry into the residential solar and storage market by helping to build a national network of installers and dealers. Later he served as Senior Marketing Manager, overseeing launch strategy for new products and dealer programs.

Ivy Nguyenbrings to Autotech a deep passion for startups driving software- and robotics- driven industrial transformation. She has worked with teams employing a broad range of business models built around AI/ML and automation, from traditional enterprise SaaS to full-stack, tech-enabled manufacturers, construction firms, and healthcare providers. Previously, Ivy worked with the team at Blackhorn Ventures, where she invested in startups driving decarbonization in construction, manufacturing, and supply chain activities. Ivy also led early stage investments in AI startups at Point72 Ventures and Zetta Venture Partners. She is a thought leader on AI investing and entrepreneurship who has published in TechCrunch and Venturebeat. Ivy was named among Forbes' 30 under 30 in Venture Capital in 2018 for her work in AI. She earned a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Stanford University.

Yann Kulp is Director of Sales North America at Driivz, the world's largest provider of Charging and Energy Management Software, working with some of the biggest fleets and charger operators in North America. Prior to that he led Fleet Electrification Advisory at NextEra Mobility, co-founded eIQ Mobility, acquired by NextEra Energy in 2020, and worked with over 350,000 vehicles light, medium & heavy-duty vehicles across the US.

Yann is the former Head of North America e-Mobility strategy for Schneider Electric and was a key architect of their global strategy. From 2012 to 2016, he led an internal startup at Schneider Electric to develop an IoT smart thermostat business. Prior to that he held sales, strategy and product roles in Europe and the US. Yann received his MBA at the Syracuse University Graduate School of Management and lives in Chicago.

Simitrio Arellano is an Electrical Engineer at ComEd, where he contributes to the development and evaluation of innovative power technologies aimed at improving grid safety, reliability, and sustainability. With a bachelor's degree in Engineering Physics from Santa Clara University and a focus on power systems, Simitrio has held roles at Microsanj LLC, Fermilab, and the U.S. Department of Energy. His background spans thermal imaging development, cryogenic systems automation, and offshore energy research.

Kristin Landry is an energy systems leader focused on accelerating an equitable transition to clean energy through innovation at the intersection of electric vehicles and the power grid. As Expert Product Manager for Vehicle-Grid Integration at Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Kristin leads large-scale pilots demonstrating the value of bidirectional EV charging for grid reliability and sustainability. Their background spans utility, regulatory, nonprofit, and consulting roles, including authorship of California's Resolution E-5165 on EV-grid integration. Kristin holds engineering degrees from Stanford University and Northwestern University and was named one of the 10 Most Influential Leaders Shaping the EV Landscape in 2024.

Ugur Merdamert, P.E., M.B.A. is an Electrical Engineer in the Greater Chicago Area, with extensive experience in field of lighting/electrical/Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), distribution transformers, electric utility, and hydropower plants throughout North America and Europe.

As an intern engineer, he developed, updated, or provided oversight for electric distribution planning, automatic meter reading systems, and breakdown/maintenance/testing in Rize, Turkey. Ugur later worked as an intern engineer in Turkey`s first underground hydropower plant. Ugur was assigned CAD drawings, Power Plant Control and Automation (PLC), and Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001) in this role. After graduating from university, Ugur worked at one of Europe's newest and most modern production facilities. He contributed to the company's transformer sales in Europe, Africa, North, and South America, and Asia by preparing offers and technical documents for the tenders. Since moving to the USA, Ugur has worked as an Electrical Engineer developing, updating, or providing oversight for lighting, electrical, and ITS projects in Chicago, Wisconsin, and Ohio. Ugur joined AECOM in February 2022, working on lighting, electrical, ITS, and electric vehicle charging stations, and is currently set to join Jacobs as Senior Electrical Engineer/Project Manager. He also serves as Nominations and Appointments Chair at IEEE's Chicago section.

Aqdas Nida is Senior Manager of Corporate Strategy, Policy & Analysis at Exelon Corporation. Since April 2023, she has led the coordination of enterprise-wide strategy and policy efforts, supporting regulatory analysis, market assessments, and long-term planning across Exelon's regulated utilities. She recently led a major study on fleet electrification infrastructure for Baltimore Gas & Electric's 1.3 million customers, an initiative in partnership with RMI and Atlas Public Policy that quantified economic, vehicle behavior, and grid needs. Aqdas has also played a key role in Exelon's climate-tech engagement efforts, including supporting the Exelon Foundation's Climate Change Investment Initiative to identify and fund high-potential startups. Aqdas holds a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from Cornell University and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from the National University of Singapore.

Andrea Pratt Andrea Pratt is a seasoned leader in transportation decarbonization, currently serving as Vice President of Government & Utility Relations at Greenlane Infrastructure, where she drives the deployment of next-generation zero-emission infrastructure with a focus on medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. With over a decade of public and private sector experience, including key roles at Volvo Group North America and the City of Seattle, Andrea's responsibilities include fleet electrification, policy implementation, public-private partnerships, and securing funding through grants and incentives. A University of Washington alumna, she is a passionate advocate for equitable and scalable clean transportation solutions, dedicated to building the infrastructure backbone that supports the transition to zero-emission freight across the U.S.

Dr. Raul Villamarin Rodriguez is a globally recognized cognitive technologist and expert in artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, and sustainable innovation. Serving as Vice President of Woxsen University since January 2020, Dr. Rodriguez leads initiatives at the intersection of AI and industry transformation. He holds advisory roles across prestigious institutions globally, including the International Advisory Board at IBS Ranepa and Milpark Business School. He is a registered AI expert with the European Commission and has delivered keynote addresses at major global conferences such as the Web Summit and AI Summit. With over 12 books, 55 practitioner articles, and numerous academic publications, Dr. Rodriguez's thought leadership spans quantum AI, machine learning, and renewable energy integration. His work emphasizes practical applications of advanced technologies to drive sustainability and innovation in various sectors, including energy, education, and mobility.

Jacob Richard joined CALSTART in 2023 as a Technical Project Manager with the Trucks and Off-road team. In his role he focuses on understanding the market and tech readiness of Zero Emission Trucks (ZET) to help guide proper investment to accelerate their transition. He also supports the development of various tools relating to ZET. Jacob is passionate about combating climate change by helping electrify the transportation sector.

Prior to joining CALSTART, Jacob served in the AmeriCorps VISTA program that is designed to alleviate poverty. He served at Appalachian Ohio based nonprofit Rural Action with their Sustainable Energy Solutions program focusing on scaling up their Appalachian Clean Transportation and Solarize Appalachian Ohio initiatives. Jacob led outreach and engagement efforts around clean transportation in SE Ohio in collaboration with Drive Electric Ohio as well as managed EV charging data, assisted in research and grant writing and helped local farmers with agrivoltaics implementation. Jacob holds a BA in Mathematics/Statistics and Analytics from Miami University.

As the Global Head of Product Cybersecurity at Aptiv, Brian Witten brings over two decades of experience securing everything from consumer electronics to advanced automotive and aerospace systems. He leads the company?s global cybersecurity strategy, overseeing policy, process, and the development of tools and ecosystem infrastructure that safeguard Aptiv?s products across industries.

Prior to Aptiv, Mr. Witten held senior engineering and research roles at DARPA, Symantec, United Technologies Corporation, and Raytheon Technologies, and served in the U.S. Air Force. Over the course of his career, he has played a pivotal role in integrating cybersecurity into billions of connected devices and millions of vehicles worldwide.

Tannaz Banisadre brings 25+ years of experience in operations, finance and strategy in the energy, renewables and eMobility sectors to Greenlane. Prior to joining Greenlane, Tannaz served as the Chief Operating Officer at Shell Recharge Solutions from 2022 to 2024, where she led operations and integration in the electric vehicle charging space. Her career at Shell spanned nearly 16 years, including roles in global strategy development, commercial finance, and mergers & acquisitions. Her experience spans high tech, non-profit, finance, global strategy, EPC management, and customer charging operations. Tannaz is also a founding member of Chief, a network dedicated to advancing women in leadership positions, and a member of the European Advisory Board at The Fletcher School at Tufts University.

Jeff Smith is the President and CEO of EVerged, a leading integrator of advanced energy solutions focused on renewable power, EV infrastructure, and sustainability strategy. Under his leadership, EVerged has become a trusted partner to public sector and commercial clients, helping deploy converged energy systems that drive decarbonization and grid resilience. With deep expertise in energy innovation and government procurement, Mr. Smith has guided clients to over $50 billion in Public and Private Sectors contract awards by aligning infrastructure and clean energy solutions with public policy and funding priorities.

Steve Mentzer is Senior EV Principal Consultant at First Student, where he helps school districts across the U.S. transition to electric vehicle fleets by delivering strategic guidance, infrastructure planning, and funding optimization. He has held leadership roles at Lion Electric, Transit Training Solutions, and Safe Fleet, focusing on improving safety, sustainability, and operational efficiency in student and public transportation. He holds a bachelor's degree in computer-aided design from Eastern Michigan University.

Larsen Burack leads the EV charging data and research product at Ohm Analytics, a market intelligence firm focused on the renewable energy transition. He has spent the last two years developing and promoting a tool that the EV charging industry's key players are leveraging to inform their strategy and go to market. Larsen is also a co-founder of College to Climate, which trains university staff to accelerate their student talent into climate & energy careers directly from undergrad.

Kevin Ragan is a senior business development leader specializing in eMobility and electrical infrastructure solutions at ABM Industries. With over two decades of experience in B2B sales, marketing, and strategic account management, Kevin collaborates with clients to deploy scalable EV infrastructure, integrate distributed energy resources, and future-proof their operations. His career includes leadership roles at Kellermeyer Bergensons Services, Hertz, and Masco Corporation, where he drove revenue growth and built long-term customer relationships.

Chirag Parikh is an experienced electrical engineer with over 13 years of expertise in product safety, global market access, and regulatory compliance. Currently he works at Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a Certification Specialist, where he leads international hardware compliance programs across more than 45 countries. Chirag's focus is on ensuring that data center infrastructure, including edge and AI-based hardware, meets global safety, EMC, and environmental requirements. Throughout his career, Chirag has developed and implemented certification strategies, managed quality systems aligned with ISO/IEC standards, and led engineering teams through complex compliance challenges. He previously worked with organizations such as Intertek and SDP Engineering, gaining hands-on experience in EMI/EMC testing, lithium battery safety, and regulatory approvals across a wide range of products. Chirag holds a Master's degree in Computer Engineering from California State University, Fullerton, and a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering from Gujarat Technological University, where he graduated as a Gold Medalist. He is an active member of IEEE and passionate about advancing safe and scalable technologies for global markets.

Ishmam Zaman is a Senior Engineer specializing in Electrification Technology at Quanta Technology, where he supports utilities and energy companies in advancing their electrification and modernization efforts. With a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computer Engineering from the University of Toronto, Ishmam brings a strong foundation in both software and power systems integration. His experience spans advanced SCADA systems, microgrid communications, and renewable integration, with technical proficiencies in LabVIEW, SEL RTAC programming, and a variety of industrial communication protocols.

Russell J. Gentile, P.E., MBA, CEM is a seasoned engineering leader and clean energy advocate, currently serving as Senior eMobility Developer at ABM Industries. A licensed Professional Engineer and Certified Energy Manager, he holds an MBA from Purdue University and an electrical engineering degree from Washington University in St. Louis. His work at ABM focuses on accelerating the adoption of EV charging networks across cities and commercial sites, integrating deep expertise in medium voltage systems, distributed generation, and project development. Russ' diverse career includes leadership roles at Sargent & Lundy, Sain Engineering Associates, and Accenture, where he drove innovation for Fortune 50 clients.