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Episode 43 - Liz Allan and Adrian Slattery - What EV customers want, education, and provide support for the EV fleet transition.

Liz Allan speaks to Adrian Slattery, the owner of DC EV in Ireland. They delve into the world of electric vehicles and what customers really want, exploring how brand recognition plays a role in car purchasing decisions and how the rise in popularity of electric vehicles is causing consumers to switch brands more frequently. Adrian introduces the community he has created, which aims to provide a comfortable space for customers to ask questions. They delve into the importance of education and bridging the gap between consumers and EVs. In sharing his personal journey, Adrian tells us about his car-sourcing business and his initial reservations about electric vehicles until he imported a Tesla and was impressed by its speed and technology.

Adrian Slattery Bio:
Adrian Slattery is an entrepreneurial visionary who took a leap of faith and co-founded a car company in late 2006, 2000, and early 2007. Before this endeavour, Adrian was dissatisfied with his job and yearned for something more fulfilling. One day, while witnessing ten salesmen performing monotonous tasks, Adrian decided this could not be his life. Determined to pursue a different path, Adrian convinced his business partner, who was also in a transitional phase, to embark on the exciting journey of setting up a car company. Together, they embraced the challenges and uncertainties that come with starting a new venture, exemplifying Adrian's unwavering determination and desire for innovation..

Adrian Slattery Links
Website: https://dcev.ie
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCup5UUCn7qkNyQvBri9fOwg
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-slattery-3a69259

Keywords:
Car purchasing decisions, brand names, electric vehicles, consumers, choices, subscription models, car usage, upfront investment, renewable energy, partnership, Pinergy, smart , solar installation, batteries, solar energy, cost, three-bedroom house, storage system, energy, payback, commercial company, government incentive, salespeople, commission, customer preferences, lack of coordination, alignment, ecosystem, carbon credits, optics, customer satisfaction, community, attention-grabbing, education, benefits, functionality, circular economy, forestry, drone service, technical jargon, transition, car sourcing business, Dublin, Irish government scheme, treatment, main dealers, recessions, bank crisis, Dubai, Tesla, engine, speed, technology, petrol heads, noise, customer demand, late adopters, subscription, Volkswagens, knowledge, dealerships, assistance, community

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Electric Evolution Recharge Episode 2: Continuous Improvement in the Fast-Moving EV Infrastructure Sector and the Positive Mouthpiece for Electric Vehicle Charging
Liz Allan is joined by two of the Full Circle Team: Michele Liddle and Chris Hunter.  Liz discusses her journey to founding Full Circle, a business improvement company that trains people on improvement tools and empowers them to question and improve processes in their workplace.  They discuss the importance of continuously reviewing and improving processes and how Full Circle can help businesses succeed.
Their discussion addresses the importance of reducing silos of communication within a company and developing a gold standard.
 
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Liz Allan Bio:
Liz is a highly experienced process improvement training consultant with over a decade of experience in the field. She is the Managing Director of Full Circle Continuous Improvement Ltd, a training consultancy that helps organisations optimise their workflows and improve efficiency. Her expertise includes process analysis, continuous improvement, culture change and change management. Liz has worked with many clients, from small businesses to large corporates. She is known for quickly identifying workflow problems and developing practical, sustainable solutions. With a passion for reducing waste and improving sustainability, she helps organisations to reduce their carbon footprint through optimised processes.
Michele Liddle Bio:
Michele is a creative self-starter who began her career in insurance but left to pursue her love for art. She eventually became a self-employed beauty therapist and makeup artist before delving into network marketing and social media. As she further developed her skills as a virtual assistant, she connected with Liz and Chris and continued to grow professionally. Michele's passion for creativity and independence has driven her to excel in various fields, making her a valuable asset to the Full Circle CI team.
Chris Hunter Bio:
Chris spent his early years travelling, running a record shop, and trying to figure out what he wanted to do in life. At 27, he returned to university, pursued a law and property degree, and eventually found work in commercial property. He enjoys the freedom and flexibility of being his own boss and is grateful for the opportunity to help other businesses market themselves. Chris met Liz through an advert on Indeed and is excited about the future.
Michele Liddle Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-marie-liddle/
Chris Hunter Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-hunter-10206b22/

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Episode 42: Liz Allan and Jeremy McCool - Wireless EV Charging, and building it into the vehicles ecosystem.

Liz Allan speaks to Jeremy McCool,  the Founder and CEO of HEVO based in New York. They discuss wireless electric vehicle (EV) charging. Jeremy explains that HEVO offers wireless and plug-in charging options, focusing on improving the EV charging experience for early adopters and fleets. Hevo is partnering with major automakers, including Stalantis, to offer wireless charging as a factory-built solution within the next few years. McCool also discusses the challenges faced by the US in adopting EVs and the need for improved infrastructure with roadway charging and dynamic charging. Additionally, he talks about wireless charging pads that can be surface mounted or placed under the asphalt for public locations and the importance of customer encouragement in promoting the use of wireless charging systems.

Jeremy McCool Bio:
Jeremy McCool is a veteran who spent 15 months in Baghdad leading troops into combat as part of the surge program. After that, he moved to Brooklyn, where he pursued a master's degree in urban policy with a focus on sustainability. In 2010, he founded Hevo, which began as a program in one of his classes at Columbia University. Hevo is a cleantech company that develops solutions for electric vehicles. When he started the company, there were less than 20,000 electric cars on the road, and he had to work on his pitch without investors, engineers, or an HQ, operating out of the library for the first six months. However, Hevo soon succeeded and was accepted into the first cleantech incubator in the Northeast.

Jeremy McCool Links:
Website: https://hevo.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-mccool-3b846033

Keywords:
Hevo, wireless charging, plug-in charging, electric vehicles, automakers, universal standard, user experience, Journey software, future, US, dispersed country, heavy reliance, transportation, major cities, roadway charging, dynamic charging, outdated industry, aesthetics, Tesla, China, UK, surface mounted, asphalt, Motility, logistics, transit, accessibility, disabled drivers, New York City, electric vans, electric shuttles, retrofitted system, lightweight pad, charger, long-lasting use, EV charging standards, NYU, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Ul certification, SAE certification, history, automakers, factory-built, purchase, pioneering, distances, performance capabilities, United States, unreliable infrastructure, app, real-time, early adopters, fleets, lower vehicle costs, battery requirements, range anxiety, fast charging, fleets, buses, taxis, logistics, master's program, urban policy, sustainability, library, clean tech, Northeastern US.

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Episode 41: Liz Allan and Jon Jenkins - The need for accessible electric vehicles, and wheelchair-accessible vehicles, the importance of accessible ChargePoints and how to drive change with disabled people in mind.

Liz Allan speaks to Jon Jenkins, the Head of Innovation at Motability Operations Ltd. They speak about the 15 million people who are disabled or who have limited mobility in the UK and the need for accessible electric vehicles and wheelchair-accessible vehicles. They also speak about the importance of accessible Charge Points and how the UK needs to drive change in the EV and EV infrastructure sector with disabled people in mind. 

Jon Jenkins Links:
Website: https://www.motabilityoperations.co.uk/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-jenkins-041a3117

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Episode 40: Liz Allan and Max Van Der Lande - Developing onshore wind projects, grid connections and renewable energy tariffs.

Liz Allan speaks to Max Van Der Lande, a renewable energy analyst at Octopus Energy. They have a fascinating conversation about refining power strategies, the development of onshore wind projects and putting wind turbines where customers want them. They also talk about grid connections, managing renewable energy, tariffs, and hedging energy.

Max Van Der Lande Links:
Octopus Energy Website: https://octopusenergy.group
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-van-der-lande-136066124

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Episode 39: Liz Allan and Jenny Figueiredo - Political Support for the environmental agenda, EV Charging gullies and EV Car Clubs.

Liz Allan speaks to Jenny Figueredo, the EV Charging projects manager at Oxfordshire County Council. They speak about the groundbreaking projects the council has been involved in and the political support for the environmental agenda. We talk about EV charging gullies, and the introduction of EV Car clubs, and how 50% of Oxfordshire residents are buying electric vehicles. 

Jenny Figueredo Links:
Park and Charge Website: https://parkandchargeoxfordshire.co.uk/
EV Car Club Website: https://www.electrive.com/2023/04/05/oxfordshire-launches-county-wide-electric-car-club-pilot-scheme/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-figueiredo-62184156/

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Electric Evolution Recharge Episode 1: Test driving an electric vehicle; what does good look like?

Welcome to the first episode of Electric Evolution recharge. Liz Allan uses these new episodes to discuss important topics, and this time Liz brings back Jon Burdekin and Ben Traviss. They discuss some of Liz's experiences with car dealerships when taking an electric vehicle out for a test drive. It’s a bit like the film the good, the bad, and the ugly, and what they are trying to achieve is an understanding of what best practice should look like and what information a dealership should be providing to a newbie like Liz when it comes to buying or leasing an EV.

John Burdekin's Links:
Website: https://www.jbfleetconsulting.co.uk
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonburdekin

Ben Traviss Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hashtagmin
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bentraviss

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Episode 38: Liz Allan and Linda Grave - Charging Etiquette, what the EV driver wants and Electric Pete.

Liz Allan speaks to Linda Grave, the Founder and CEO at EV Driver. They discuss charging etiquette, what the EV driver wants, and how to ensure legislation doesn’t stifle innovation. They also talk about starting up as a charge point operator. They also talk about the passion in this sector, including a bit about Electric Pete, who works at a council and is passionate about the EV ChargePoint rollout in Suffolk.

Linda Grave Links:
Website: https://www.evdriver.co.uk
Twitter: https://twitter.com/EVDriverUK
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evdriveruk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-grave

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Episode 37: Liz Allan and Ian Dee – Digital surveying, Data-driven intelligence and the evidence base for decision making.

Liz Allan speaks to Ian Dee, the Climate applications lead at Geospatial Insight. They talk about how digital surveying and data-driven intelligence can provide an evidence base for decisions makers looking to decide on the best location for solar panels and charge points.

Ian Dee Links:
Website: https://geospatial-insight.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/geo_insight
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@geospatialinsightlimited3816/featured
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iandee

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Episode 36: Liz Allan and Dave Walker – EV MOTs, AC and DC charging and EV training on the Shetland Isles.

Liz Allan speaks to Dave Walker, Head of Business Development at Autotech training this week. They discuss MOTs for EVs, AC and DC charging, technical training and electric vehicle training courses, and EV training on the Shetland Isles. 

Dave Walker's links:
Website: https://autotechtraining.co.uk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-walker-fimi~aae~caa~cat~msoe~mirte-20513585

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