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Powered by People with Abbey Graham episodes
- Building an Independent EV Charging Network with James Moat | CEO & Founder of evyve
In Episode 3 of Powered by People with Abbey Graham, Abbey sits down with James Moat, CEO & Founder of evyve, to discuss entrepreneurship, resilience, and what it takes to build a charging network in one of the UK's most competitive and capital-intensive industries.
From joining his family’s electrical contracting business after the financial crash to raising millions in investment and scaling a nationwide EV charging network, James shares the lessons that have shaped both his career and leadership style.
Together, they explore:
- How James's early experiences in sport, family business, and fatherhood shaped his mindset
- The journey from battery storage startup to building Avive's national charging network
- Raising capital and scaling in a challenging investment environment
- Why lean operations and strategic partnerships are critical to growth
- The biggest barriers facing the EV charging sector, from VAT disparities to grid connection costs
- Building a loyal, high-performing team and learning the art of delegation
- Why focusing on what you can control is the key to long-term success
Packed with practical insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, investment, and the future of EV infrastructure, this episode is a must-listen for anyone working in EV, clean energy, startups, or scaling businesses.
1 hr 3 min - Leading Through Change in EV Charging with Alex Hinchcliffe | Managing Director at Mer
In Episode 2 of Powered by People with Abbey Graham, Abbey sits down with Alex Hinchcliffe, Managing Director at Mer, to discuss his unconventional career journey, leadership philosophy, and the realities of navigating change in the rapidly evolving EV charging sector.
From recruitment and personal training to leading one of the UK's leading EV charge point operators, Alex shares the experiences that have shaped his approach to business, people, and personal growth.
Together, they explore:
- Alex's journey from recruitment to fitness and ultimately into clean tech
- The lessons personal training taught him about leadership and human performance
- How Mer has evolved its strategy in response to changing market conditions
- Building trust, mentoring teams, and developing adaptable "Swiss Army knife" talent
- Balancing high-performance leadership with family, fitness, and wellbeing
- Why staying present is more important than ever
Packed with honest reflections, practical leadership lessons, and insights into the future of EV charging, this episode is essential listening for professionals across EV, clean energy, leadership, and high-growth businesses.
1 hr 4 min - Building the Future of EV Charging with Stuart Douglas | Amplify Co-Founder & COO
In the very first episode of Powered by People with Abbey Graham, Abbey sits down with Stuart Douglas, Co-Founder & COO at Amplify, for an honest conversation about building and scaling within the fast-moving EV charging industry.
Together, they explore:
> The future of EV infrastructure in the UK
> Scaling operations and growing high-performing teams> Why mindset matters more than sector experience when hiring> The biggest challenges facing public charging> Leadership, resilience, and avoiding burnout in high-growth environmentsPacked with practical insight and candid reflections, this episode is ideal for anyone working in EV, clean energy, startups, or emerging industries.
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A podcast hosted by Abbey Graham, Co-Founder and Director at EVEREC Recruitment, exploring the fast-growing world of electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. Each episode features conversations with industry professionals, founders, and innovators, diving into how they built their careers and businesses in the EV space. Alongside insights into the sector, guests also share personal stories, challenges, and what drives them beyond the workplace, offering a well-rounded look at the people shaping the future of sustainable transport.
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A podcast hosted by Abbey Graham, Co-Founder and Director at EVEREC Recruitment, exploring the fast-growing world of electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. Each episode features…
conversations with industry professionals, founders, and innovators, diving into how they built their careers and businesses in the EV space. Alongside insights into the sector, guests also share personal stories, challenges, and what drives them beyond the workplace, offering a well-rounded look at the people shaping the future of sustainable transport.