The UK Charging Infrastructure Symposium - Conference Programme

Matt Croucher is the Chief Commercial Officer at Believ, a fast-growing UK charge point operator part owned by Liberty Global (the owners of Virgin Media/O2) and the Treasury, and on a mission to ensure everyone has access to convenient EV charge points and can make the switch away from internal combustion engine vehicles, including those without access to off-street parking. Prior to joining Believ Matt was the Zero Emission Mobility lead at WSP, one the world's leading planning and engineering consultancies. His experience in the EV sector stretches back thirteen years to 2009, working on a wide range of projects with public and private sector clients. Matt's route into EV's was as a transport planning consultant, and previously with a broader sustainable transport remit as WSP’s Sustainable Transport Lead, before going on to specialise in EVs as the sector has matured. He has nearly 20 years' experience as a transport planner, working closely with Local Authorities across the UK. He has been fortunate to work across a wide range of sustainable transport solutions, including active travel, behaviour change and travel demand management, public transport and car clubs, as well as on roadspace reallocation and air quality related schemes.

Graham is Director, Supply Chain and Technology within the Automotive department at S&P Global Mobility. He leads and manages the global research practice for Propulsion, Battery, Charging and Thermal Systems component forecasting, comprising fifteen analysts based in major automotive markets.

Previously employed within Engineering, Graham has 10 years’ experience in Powertrain Development and Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) having previously worked for Ricardo, Bentley Motors and Jaguar Land Rover. He joined IHS Markit in 2016. IHS Markit merged with S&P Global in March 2022.

Graham graduated from Loughborough University in the UK with a Master’s Degree in Automotive Engineering and is a Chartered Member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.

As the Head of Sales and Business Development for Europe at AMPECO, Glenn L'Heveder brings a wealth of expertise in smart charging solutions for electric vehicles. Based in Paris, he has collaborated closely with major charge point operators and e-mobility service providers, driving business growth and strengthening partnerships across the energy and utilities sector. With his extensive industry knowledge and experience, Glenn plays a key role in AMPECO's continued growth across Europe.

Catherine joined the BVRLA as Senior Policy Advisor in 2019. She leads the Association’s work on Decarbonisation and Future Mobility, with a keen focus on EV charging infrastructure and how we best support the transition of commercial vehicles.

Catherine has worked in senior policy roles for over 17 years and has experience of working within private, public sector and not-for-profit organisations.

Prior to joining the BVRLA, she worked for the British Retail Consortium, where she held the post of Head of Crime and Security policy.

Nigel is Chartered Engineer, holding a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Sheffield, with over 25 years’ experience in design, realisation and commercialisation of innovative Power Electronic and Electrical Machine products.

After roles at Cummins and GenDrive, he joined Turbo Power Systems in 2014 where he is responsible for engineering delivery and new market product strategy.  This includes leading the realization and exploitation of innovative Smart Grid and Electric Vehicle charging Power Electronic products.

Nigel is Chartered Engineer, holding a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Sheffield, with over 25 years’ experience in design, realisation and commercialisation of innovative Power Electronic and Electrical Machine products.

After roles at Cummins and GenDrive, he joined Turbo Power Systems in 2014 where he is responsible for engineering delivery and new market product strategy.  This includes leading the realization and exploitation of innovative Smart Grid and Electric Vehicle charging Power Electronic products.

Graeme has been active in the UK EV charging infrastructure space since 2018 and the wider renewable energy arena since 2008 and has helped many organisations in both the public and private sectors realise their EV charging infrastructure rollout programmes.

Sukky Choongh graduated from Kings College London in 2010 with an MSc in Environmental Health and has previously been employed by the London Borough of Islington as air quality officer. She was also the project manager for Low Emission Logistics, a multi borough Mayors Air Quality funded project led by Lambeth Council.

She joined SMMT in July 2017 as Environmental Policy Manager and leads on air quality policy, regional engagement and decarbonisation of heavy duty vehicles.

Tab joined the National Highways in 2016. She leads the Connections Delivery team of the Rapid Charging Fund. She is experienced in delivering and sponsoring Major Projects predominantly in the transport sector and specifically in the Intelligent Transportation Systems field.

Prior to joining NH, she worked for Transport for London delivering the infrastructure for Congestions Charging and the Low Emission Zones.

A passionate environmentalist with a strong focus on decarbonizing transportation.

Paul is passionate about creating an equitable society and avoiding a two tier system for EV adoption. Most recently he specialised in developing integrated solutions for EQUANS and Amey. Working at director level for global advisory practices Aecom and Gardiner & Theobald, Paul supported local and central government to manage strategic procurements and develop workplace solutions. He has a background in estates management for the NHS and has an MBA in Leadership.

Kate is the CEO and Co-Founder of Chargesafe, an independent business that prioritises the concerns of the community of electric vehicle (EV) drivers. The company has developed an Award-winning 5-star rating system that comprehensively evaluates various aspects of EV charging sites, including safety, accessibility, and facilities. A firm believer in collaboration, Kate encourages the entire EV industry to work together to overcome issues of accessibility and women's safety in e-mobility to create an inclusive chargepoint infrastructure for everyone. Today, Kate is recognised as one of the most influential women in EV.

Andrew Mouat is the Head of Smart Mobility at Scottish Power, where he is responsible for a range of domestic and commercial propositions. He is a recognized advocate for advancing smart mobility across the UK and spearheads initiatives in sustainable transportation. Andrew started deploying charging infrastructure whilst at Glasgow City Council and oversaw what was, at the time, the largest Local Authority Charging Network in Scotland. With over 15 years of experience in the sector, he has developed excellent technical understanding of EVs and their infrastructure and he is dedicated to integrating smart technologies that enhance electric vehicle infrastructure and promote green energy. His strategic vision and leadership have been instrumental in driving ScottishPower's commitment to a cleaner, greener, better and sustainable future.

After studying Performing Arts at university Alun became heavily involved in the production side of theatre leading to working as a sound engineer immediately after graduating (with 2:1 honours). 

Alun began working for ElectrAssure on a casual basis until May 2009 when he became their apprentice and, after qualifying became their operations manager. He has since become a director and taken on the responsibility of the day to day running of ElectrAssure and is the first point of contact for their customers, suppliers while continuing to lead the electrical teams on site.

Alun is a City & Guilds qualified electrotechnical engineer with 18th edition wiring regulations qualification and Inspection and Testing qualifications alongside the EV charger installation and several expert installer certificates and was proud to be awarded the EV Champion at the Greenfleet Awards 2019.

Greg is a Chartered Engineer and Energy Modeller, who started his career in the Energy Industry in 2003. He specialised as an Energy Modeller and has worked in fields including energy storage modelling, energy trading, EV portfolio modelling, EV chargepoint demand and location forecasting, flexibility markets and business games.
 
Greg joined Cenex in 2018 and is currently the Principal Technical Specialist for Modelling and Analysis. He continues to further Cenex’s modelling capabilities, developing and using models to provide actionable insights for challenges in the zero-carbon transition. He led Cenex’s contribution to the Sciurus project, the world’s largest domestic V2G trial, providing evidenced based modelling on V2G economics. He also designed and led development of Cenex’s in house chargepoint forecasting and deployment model. He co-authored the book “An Introduction to Vehicle-to-Grid”.

Sarah is the Head of Business Development at Trojan Energy, a residential charge point operator with a unique charger that blends seamlessly into the streetscape. Prior to Trojan, Sarah led the electric vehicle charging team at Element Energy, focusing on developing and implementing strategies for local authorities and private sector clients. Her experience in the EV sector spans over 7 years, with a deep understanding of priorities for the public sector when procuring charging infrastructure.