Steve reflects on the opportunity to work within the relatively new industry of Electric Vehicles particularly through the lens of insurance.  We hear how the voice of the customer is key to the journey and we also learn how an EV fits into family life.
 
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7 years ago David had realisation that he had to get “the mask” off! Struggling with panic attacks for many years he finally “came out” and found that so many others were suffering in silence too. Cue “Breaking the Silence”! A business set up to create kinder cultures where people could share openly on the challenges with their mental health. Paul has had personal experience with David’s work and Big JC gets a live counselling session and we all agree that mental fitness is worth working on! Supporting Mental Wellbeing is key for The EV Café and this is a brilliant session showing how deep that runs and how important it is!

They say not all hero’s wear capes, Well this one wears a Hi-Vis and a Hard hat! Craig is focused on driving the installations for charge-points, for Zero tailpipe emissions vehicles, to Zero emission also. At the moment they are far from it! From lean management to innovative products from the latest commercial vehicle to electric tooling and diggers! But its not all hard hats and big holes, there is a softer side to this story, one of passion, purpose and inspiration – join us for this cracking episode.

The normally bright and bubbly John Curtis shares from his heart on his highs and lows, battles with depression and how he makes a difference. This brilliant communicator talks about the joy of other people’s stories to life and comes to terms with bringing his own story to life too. Wherever he is, he creates a safe space for people to be the real deal rather than hiding behind smoke and mirrors. Take a few minutes to get to know the real John Curtis.

The engaging, empathetic, and exciting leader of Octopus Electric Vehicles takes us on her journey, sharing how she navigates her toughest days and the important conversation that kept her in the game. A fascinating conversation with Fiona, who champions, mentors and encourages other women who aspire to greatness within the industry.

Creativity and passion come together to create great shows.  Carlo Zoccalli personifies this perfectly as we explore the mission and purpose of events and exhibitions.
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Lee talks to us about his exciting business brainchild that is set to grow into a network providing zero emission deliveries. Lee also shares some of the challenges he has faced both in his business and personal life with both courage and transparency. Fascinating conversation.

Nicki “The Smiler” Richmond shows how you can be driven, passionate and customer focused without losing your soul.  Her focus on people and the team around her shines through and demonstrates how she is able to make the difference that she has made in her career. Clearly citing the people around, her including mentors over the years as being the key to her success.  Refreshing, engaging and fun, a lovely and inspiring conversation.

Martin’s rugby career was personified in his pace and dogged determination. This brilliant sportsman, now with his own statue outside Wembley, brings his energy, passion, and personal experiences to bear, supporting Connected Kerb who are bringing charging to local communities across the country. You cannot fail to be energised and encouraged when you listen to Martin’s enthusiasm for this new chapter in his life.

The effervescent SAS, as we call her, has been a member for the EV Café Team right from the start. From a young girl, Sara has cared deeply for the environment and first shed tears for the planet when she learnt about the acid rain showering over the earth. From that moment on she has been a woman on a mission to bring change and make a difference. In her latest role, she is helping to make the use of charge points, in particular payment, seamless and simple! Whatever she is doing, she has people at the heart of it all. Hear how she manages this and a busy home life as we chat with her.