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.
How James's early experiences in sport, family business, and fatherhood shaped his mindsetThe journey from battery storage startup to building Avive's national charging networkRaising capital and scaling in a challenging investment environmentWhy lean operations and strategic partnerships are critical to growthThe biggest barriers facing the EV charging sector, from VAT disparities to grid connection costsBuilding a loyal, high-performing team and learning the art of delegationWhy focusing on what you can control is the key to long-term successPacked 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.