2023 Speakers

As the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Sustainable Transportation and Fuels, Michael Berube oversees the Vehicle, Bioenergy, and Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies offices within DOE’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, as well as the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation. This portfolio focuses on research and development to increase access to domestic, clean transportation fuels and improve the energy efficiency, convenience, and affordability of transporting people and goods to support U.S. energy security, economic productivity, and competitiveness. He brings more than 25 years of experience in the automotive industry to his EERE post, specifically in the areas of environmental compliance, energy and safety policy, product development, and marketing.

• Mainstage Session: Executive Infrastructure Roundtable

  Tuesday, May 2 — 9:30 am to 10:45 am

Bliem oversees the end-to-end management and maintenance of NFI’s truck fleet and material handling equipment. Bliem and his team also manage NFI’s purchasing, licensing/tolls, and fuel departments. Today, NFI operates more than 5,000 tractors and 14,300 trailers. Bleim’s team leads the company’s sustainability initiatives by identifying and implementing new technology to improve aerodynamics, fuel efficiency, and emissions.

• Infrastructure & Vehicle Procurement Workshop – Infrastructure & Vehicles: Investing in Your Fleet Operations

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Thomas has spent more than 20 years with Shell in commercial leadership roles, spanning business development, commercial fuels, retail fuels and aviation across Europe and the US. He was most recently General Manager, CRT for Europe, where he led European sales and marketing teams in serving tens of thousands of heavy-duty road transport customers. Currently based in the Netherlands, Thomas enjoys thriving through complex transitions, moving from concept to conversion – an approach that stems from his MSc in industrial engineering and management, gained from the University of Twente, the Netherlands.

With a current focus on how to profitably decarbonise the road transport business, his strong experience in sales, operations, marketing, and asset management inspires his collaborative work with the entire industry ecosystem, from colleagues and customers to business partners. He is committed to developing and delivering decarbonising transport solutions – whether energy products or digital services – that help keep businesses moving today, while planning for tomorrow. This covers biofuels, electrification, bioLNG and hydrogen, as well as digital technologies, infrastructure plays, and strategic partnership agreements – all of which are used to help shift projects from innovation to investment to reality.

• Mainstage Session: 2023 Launch of State of Sustainable Fleets

  Monday, May 1 — 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Ted Cannis is the CEO of Ford Pro, the global business and brand within Ford dedicated to delivering the world’s most comprehensive suite of solutions to government and commercial customers of all sizes. Appointed in June 2021, Cannis leads a global team that is redefining customer value by delivering a trusted platform of software, charging, financing and customer support, and will help lead the transition from gas to electric vehicles for fleets. From 2017 to 2020, Cannis was global director, Battery Electric Vehicles, leading strategy and business execution that helped develop the award-winning Mustang Mach-E SUV, F-150 Lightning and E-Transit. Cannis began his career at Ford in 1989 and has held key roles in finance, marketing, investor relations, and general management.

• Mainstage Session: Executive Infrastructure Roundtable

  Tuesday, May 2 — 9:30 am to 10:45 am

Jose is vice president of business development for Xos, a leading technology company, fleet services provider, and manufacturer of Class 5 through Class 8 battery-electric vehicles. Jose oversees the business development organization, leading a team of 40 professionals encompassing direct sales and account management, the powertrain division Powered by Xos™, and the charging infrastructure and energy consulting services division Xos Energy Solutions™. Concurrently, Jose is an Advisor and Investor with Lane VC. Prior to Xos, Jose held senior sales and marketing roles at Honeywell and Cummins, Inc.

• Breakout: Sustainability & Emissions Planning for Fleets

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

In his current position, Cullen has oversight of facilities, real estate, fuel, alternative fuels, and environmental affairs. He has served in a variety of capacities for Penske Truck Leasing, which includes: Manager of Facility Compliance Engineering, Director of Environmental Services, Director of Environmental and Telecommunication Services, VP Environmental and Telecommunication and VP Fuels & Environmental Affairs. Before joining Penske, Cullen was employed by a leading civil and environmental engineering consulting firm, working on the evaluation, design, and construction of water, sewer, storm water and remediation systems. A registered professional engineer in California and Massachusetts, Cullen earned a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a master’s degree in environmental engineering, both from The Pennsylvania State University.

• Mainstage Session: 2023 Launch of State of Sustainable Fleets

  Monday, May 1 — 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Nuray Elci is the General Manager of Renewables in Chevron’s Americas Products.

Renewables is responsible for the commercialization of lower carbon products including R/CNG, Hydrogen and SAF. Her scope includes $1BB in capital spend to build and expand infrastructure and Joint Venture and partnership management including Brightmark, CalBio, Iwatani, and recently acquired Beyond6.

Since 2004, she served as Regional Manager, Fuels; Advisor to the President, Lubricants; Operations/Services Leader; Regional Manager, Canada; Base Oil Business Development; Business Architect, as well as a variety of project management, mergers and acquisitions roles.

Nuray holds a BS in Management Information Systems from the University of Maryland, an MBA from California State University, Sacramento, and a Doctor of Management from the University of Maryland.

• Mainstage Session: Executive Infrastructure Roundtable

  Tuesday, May 2 — 9:30 am to 10:45 am

Taki Darakos joined PITT OHIO in 2019 as the Vice President of Vehicle Maintenance and Fleet Services. He and his team are responsible for supporting PITT OHIO in all fleet related equipment activities. These include managing the fleet life cycle from specification, procurement, maintenance, and licensing through disposal. Mr. Darakos has been in the transportation industry for 22 years. Mr. Darakos earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh. He is a veteran of the US Army and a graduate of Leadership Pittsburgh. He is a member and active participant of the American Trucking Association (ATA) Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) and serves on the board of The Education Partnership.

• Clean Fuel Vehicle Bootcamp – Next Generation Fleets: Environment, Efficiency, Economics

  Monday, May 1 — 9:00 am to 10:45 am

When it comes to innovating for a more sustainable world, Amy Davis is at the forefront as a Vice President of Cummins and President of Accelera™ by Cummins, Cummins’ zero-emission energy technology brand. In this role, Amy leads the company’s fifth and newest business segment, which pioneers and manufactures emerging and cutting-edge new power technologies. With a team of more than 2,000 innovators across four continents, Amy pushes the boundaries of technology, accelerating the possibilities of electrified, fuel cell and hydrogen products in commercial and industrial markets.

Amy joined Cummins in 1994 and has held numerous leadership roles across the company. Prior to her current role, she served as Vice President of the $1.2-billion Filtration business, where she achieved record revenues and profits. Amy previously served as President of the Cummins Northeast distributor as an owner, where she transformed a small business into a high-growth, customer-driven operation and again saw significant revenue and profit increases. She also lived and worked in Europe as Manager of the European bus business and went on to lead Marketing Communications, Market Strategy, Planning and Customer Support Excellence for our global engine markets, then served as Executive Director of the global $3B+ medium duty truck business. Outside of Cummins, Amy held positions at the AT&T Corporation and more recently at Alcan Corporation, serving as Vice President -Sales in the Global Aerospace and Transportation Business. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for crawler crane producer Manitowoc.

Amy’s path to Cummins and leading Accelera was atypical. She graduated from Northwestern University with a bachelor’s degree in English and initially thought she would be a journalist. Instead, technology and innovation captured her heart when she was introduced to Cummins and began serving its diverse global customers. In 2004, she completed the Executive Program for Marketing Strategy at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Amidst her days positioning a business like Accelera, Amy is passionate about encouraging and empowering female leaders in the workplace and completed the Women’s Director Development Program at Kellogg Executive Education. She and her husband Dan have four children and enjoy spending time on the water boating and water skiing.

• Mainstage Session: Keynote Remarks

  Wednesday, May 3 — 9:20 am to 9:45 am

Danny Fahey currently serves as U.S. vice president of strategy and sustainability for The Martin-Brower Company, LLC. Martin Brower is a global supply chain solutions leader providing end-to-end solutions for restaurant chains across 18 countries worldwide.

Danny is responsible for developing and leading Martin Brower’s business strategy in the US, spanning three core customers and servicing more than 13,000 restaurant locations. Prior to his current role, Danny was responsible Martin Brower’s Global Operational Excellence and Sustainability initiatives. He joined the company in 2015 as Director of Global Operational Excellence, moving from the manufacturing industry.

Danny holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University and is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

• TRU Workshop – Market Readiness: Case Studies and Pathways to Scale Zero Emission TRUs

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 10:55 am

Alessandro joined ExxonMobil Chemical in 1994 and had several assignments in technology and marketing. From 2007 he progressed through a number of leadership roles in Research and Engineering, including alternative fuels and vehicles, carbon capture and biofuels. In 2017 he became the Corporation’s Senior Technology Advisor with responsibility for technology planning and guidance on new energy options. Alessandro joined Low Carbon Solutions in 2022 with global responsibility for hydrogen mobility and works with his counterparts in ExxonMobil to offer next generation fueling solutions.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Session Keynote

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 9:45 am

Stephane is the Director, Fleet Technology at Sysco and leads the fleet electrification program including class 6,7,8 trucks and refrigerated trailers across the organization. With more than 20 years of experience in high voltage battery design and charging, hybrid and electric vehicle development, Stephane brings a depth of electrification experience from the automotive industry to the commercial vehicle space. He holds an MSc. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Karlsruhe in Germany, an MSc. In Electronics from the Institute National Polytechnique of Grenoble in France.

• TRU Workshop – Market Readiness: Case Studies and Pathways to Scale Zero Emission TRUs

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 10:55 am

George Fotopoulos is the Mack vice president of the e-mobility business unit. He is a business executive with a quarter of a century experience in the trucking industry. With the electric vehicle technological era before us, Mack Trucks continue to develop and execute our strategy to secure Mack’s position as the leader in the sales and service of electric vehicles for the trucking industry. With many great colleagues and industry partners, George leads the commercialization efforts of Mack’s electric vehicle product and eSolutions portfolio that address the entire EV ecosystem and lifecycle.

• Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit – Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit: Today’s Zero Emission Vehicle Products and Strategies 

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Ray is responsible for Volvo’s vision in the region on future product development and technologies, customer center operations, and sales and operator training programs. He’s also in charge of Volvo’s demonstration program and any other required sales support activities in the Americas.

Prior to his current position, Ray was a director of product planning. He has over 26 years of experience in product development, product planning, and sales and marketing with a variety of equipment products. Ray believes we are on the cusp of exciting emerging technologies that will transform the construction industry and open up tremendous opportunities in efficiency, productivity, safety, and operator comfort.

• Breakout: Building the Future with Electric Construction Equipment

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Steve has spent his 20 yr career with PepsiCo in a variety of roles across multiple divisions.  Currently, he serves as the Sr. Director for the Frito-Lay North America Fleet and the North American Fleet Engineering Center of Excellence.  The team plays a critical role as the organization seeks to optimize and enhance our direct store delivery and company fleet advantages while substantially reducing our greenhouse gas footprint.  The team is responsible for all operational aspects for 30,000+ pieces of equipment and the CAPEX and OPEX budgets associated with those units.

• Mainstage Session: Scaled Electrification Roundtable

  Wednesday, May 3 — 9:45 am to 11:15 am

Hani is a Lead Product Manager of Sustainability and EVs at Geotab. His focus is on assisting fleets transition to electric mobility and operate EV fleets efficiently. He has more than fifteen years of experience defining and delivering telematics and IoT solutions to customers. At Geotab, Hani spends his day listening to customers to understand their use cases and building compelling solutions that leverage telematics to address user needs.

Hani holds a master’s degree in Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology from the University of Waterloo and a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina A&T State University.

• Clean Fuel Vehicle Bootcamp – Next Generation Fleets: Environment, Efficiency, Economics

  Monday, May 1 — 9:00 am to 10:45 am

Thomas Healy is the founder and chief executive officer of Hyliion, a provider of electrified powertrain solutions for the commercial transportation industry. A leader in the global fight against climate change, Hyliion delivers solutions that negate carbon emissions without sacrificing performance. Named one of Forbes “30 under 30,” Healy took Hyliion public in October of 2020. A serial entrepreneur, Healy founded two start-ups prior to Hyliion and holds five secured automotive device patents. Healy’s passion for racing and motorsports inspired him to pursue dual engineering degrees in mechanical engineering and engineering and public policy from Carnegie Mellon University.

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Fleets: Session Keynote

  Thursday, May 4 — 9:45 am to 10:00 am

Henrik Holland is Global Head of Prologis Mobility. In this role, Henrik leads Prologis’ entry into the nascent Electric Vehicle (EV) industry where Prologis is uniquely positioned to provide customers with leading edge full turnkey mobility solutions.

Prior to Prologis, Henrik was Chief Operating Officer at Greenlots (a wholly owned subsidiary of Shell), responsible for operations, project engineering, delivery, and end-to-end customer support. Greenlots provides end-to-end software and turnkey project solutions in the electric mobility space.

Henrik has also held positions as Electric Mobility Corporate Development for Shell New Energies, and at the Northeast Clean Energy Council, Greentown Labs, Massachusetts Clean Energy Center. He currently serves on the Investor Advisory Board at NYSERDA and is a Techstars startup mentor.

• EV Charging Event – EV Charging Event: MD/HD Charging: Fleet Case Study

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Morten Holum was appointed chief executive officer of Hexagon Purus in December 2019, bringing his wealth of International Business expertise to the company. Previously, Holum served as the CEO of Saferoad Group, one of Europe’s largest road safety and road infrastructure suppliers. Holum also possesses years of experience in various key positions in corporations such as Norske Skog, Norsk Hydro, and American Airlines.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Staying Ahead of the Curve: Emerging Vehicle Availability

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Suresh Jayanthi leads the sales and business development initiatives at NextEra Mobility. NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, which, together with its affiliated entities, is the world’s largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun and a world leader in battery storage. NextEra Mobility is driving decarbonization efforts in the commercial & public transportation electrification segments. Over the last decade, Suresh has executed several EV charging infrastructure projects, actively working with OEMs, utilities, property management groups and numerous large and small C&I as well as public sector customers across the US.

• EV Charging Event – EV Charging Event: “Publicly” Accessible Fleet Charging

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Puneet Singh Jhawar is the General Manager, Global Spark-Ignited Business for Cummins Inc., including responsibility for the natural gas, propane, and octane product vision, competitive positioning, financial management and overall performance across the U.S. and international markets.

Over his 15-year career at Cummins, Jhawar has focused on managing and cultivating relationships with several of Cummins’ largest global customers and ensuring their success. His leadership and expertise has fueled growth of Cummins’ natural gas business in several key markets.

Jhawar holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and an MBA from University of Leeds. Jhawar has extensive global work experience, with roles based in the Middle East, India, Europe, and the U.S with Cummins, MAN Diesel & Turbo and Ingersoll Rand.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Emerging Applications: Next Generation Engines and Technologies

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Jim Kamsickas is chairman and chief executive officer of Dana Incorporated, a world’s leading provider of highly efficient propulsion systems for vehicles across all mobility markets, spanning the commercial- and light-vehicle, off-highway, aftermarket, and industrial segments.

Under Jim’s leadership, the company has grown sales by nearly 75% and has transformed its 120-year-old industrial foundation in mechanical systems to also include complete in-house e-Propulsion and e-Thermal systems.

Jim has over 30 years of mobility industry experience with more than 16 years as chief executive officer leading global organizations that supply significant vehicle content, including powertrains, electrodynamics, sealing, thermal, fuel cells, digital solutions, acoustics, interiors, exteriors, seating, aftersales, and service. He has actively represented the interests of the supply industry in U.S. congressional proceedings and served as a member of the President of the United States’ council on manufacturing and job creation.

Jim earned a business degree from Central Michigan University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Michigan State University. He also holds an honorary Doctorate of Commercial Science from Central Michigan University.

• Mainstage Session: Opening Keynote Address

  Tuesday, May 2 — 9:15 am to 9:30 am

Patricia Kwon is a Program Supervisor in the Technology Demonstration Group of South Coast AQMD. She has 20 years of experience with South Coast AQMD and has worked in the Technology Advancement Office for 15 years. Patricia has strong expertise with heavy-duty battery electric vehicles, equipment, solar, and infrastructure. She oversees the agency’s largest battery electric truck deployment projects including JETSI, Volvo LIGHTS, Volvo Switch-On and Zero Emission Drayage Truck projects. She regularly works with OEMs, state and federal agencies, universities, and other stakeholders. She has an M.A. in sociology at the University of California Los Angeles, specializing in environmental policy and statistics, and a B.A. in biology from the Johns Hopkins University.

• Breakout: Economies of Scale – How to Grow an Electric Fleet

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Michael Lohscheller is president and chief executive officer of Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions.

A 20-year global automotive industry veteran, Lohscheller has held a variety of high-ranking positions including executive vice president and chief financial officer at Mitsubishi Motors Europe, executive vice president and chief financial officer at Volkswagen Group of America, chief executive officer at Opel Automobile GmbH and member of the board at PSA Group and global CEO of VinFast.

Lohscheller graduated from Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (Germany) and the University of Barcelona (Spain) in 1992. During his working years, Lohscheller completed a master’s program in European Marketing Management and obtained his M.A. at Brunel University London in 1996.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Session Keynote

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 9:45 am

Pamela is Environmental Defense Fund’s national lead on grid modernization policies and regulations that both bolster the widespread use of clean energy technologies in medium and heavy-duty transport and improve energy reliability through deployment of localized microgrid systems. Pamela works with a variety of energy and transportation stakeholders, including national and regional organizations and academic institutions to maximize opportunities for EVs and seamlessly integrate into the 100% clean future.

• Breakout: Economies of Scale – How to Grow an Electric Fleet

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Dr. Mi is a Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at San Diego State University. He is a Fellow of IEEE and SAE. He was previously a faculty member at the University of Michigan and was an Electrical Engineer with GE. He also served as the CTO of 1Power Solutions and CTO of EV Safe Charger. Dr. Mi received his Ph. D from the University of Toronto, Canada, in 2001. Dr. Mi has published five books, 340 papers and 20 patents. He is the recipient of the Inaugural IEEE Power Electronics Emerging Technology Award. In 2022, he received the Albert W. Johnson Research Lectureship and named the Distinguished Professor, the highest honor given to a SDSU faculty member.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Next Generation Battery Technology: Tackling Scale & Demand

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

As one of the alternative fuel industry’s most knowledgeable, engaged, and trusted professionals, Erik has been at the forefront of some of nation’s largest alternative fuel vehicle projects–working with numerous Fortune 500 companies and public sector representatives. He has led the development of several of the nation’s most successful planned clean fuel corridors and is actively engaged in the high horsepower industry, including projects in the marine, rail, mining, and oil and gas E&P sectors. He was the visionary who launched some of the nation’s leading alternative fuel conferences.

• Mainstage Session: 2023 Launch of State of Sustainable Fleets

  Monday, May 1 — 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

• Mainstage Session: Opening Remarks

  Tuesday, May 2 — 9:00 am to 9:15 am

• Mainstage Session: Fleet Awards

  Tuesday, May 2 — 10:45 am to 11:00 am

• Mainstage Session: Opening Remarks and Fleet Awards

  Wednesday, May 3 — 9:00 am to 9:20 am

• Mainstage Session: Closing Remarks

  Wednesday, May 3 — 11:15 am to 11:30 am

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Fleets: The Future of Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Jim Nebergall is passionate about innovation and has dedicated his Cummins career to advancing technology that improves the environment. As General Manager of the Hydrogen Engine Business at Cummins Inc., Jim leads the company’s global efforts in commercializing hydrogen-fueled internal combustion engines. Jim joined Cummins in 2002 and has held numerous leadership roles across the company, pushing the boundaries of customer-focused innovation to position Cummins as the leading powertrain supplier of choice. Jim has managed a portfolio ranging from advanced diesel and natural gas to hybrid powertrains and believes hydrogen internal combustion engines are an important technology in the company’s accelerated path to decarbonization.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Staying Ahead of the Curve: Emerging Vehicle Availability

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Jeff Nieman is a 18-year veteran of Hertz and is responsible for the Operations Initiatives team for the company’s North America region. Under Nieman’s leadership, the Operations Initiatives team is responsible for delivering successful development and deployment of Hertz’s fleet electrification strategic initiatives that includes managing electric vehicle partnerships with Tesla and Polestar. Nieman and his team also are responsible for working with other EV manufacturers to accelerate the adoption of electrification of Hertz’s fleet while promoting a lower carbon footprint.

Prior to his current role as Senior Vice President, Operations Initiatives, Nieman was Regional Vice President overseeing the company’s operations in the US Central Region and head of Hertz Canada. Before that, he led a series of key business transformation projects that strategically advanced the company’s operations and IT platforms. Earlier in his career, he was Vice President for Hertz’s Mid-Atlantic Zone and was also General Manager leading Hertz’s operations at both of Chicago’s airports (O’Hare and Midway).

Mr. Nieman began his Hertz career as a management trainee immediately after graduating from the University of Iowa where he majored in Political Science and Psychology and earned a BA degree. He also holds a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certificate.

• Mainstage Session: Scaled Electrification Roundtable

  Wednesday, May 3 — 9:45 am to 11:15 am

Bonnie Nixon has held many high-profile positions at the global forefront of a new low carbon, resource protected and just economy. Her career trajectory included Director of Global Sustainability at Hewlett-Packard, Walmart, Mattel, ERM and two decades on environmental infrastructure with the regional, state and federal government. Today as LBCT’s Director of Sustainability, she is responsible for leading the Net Zero 2030 Strategy, ESG reporting, community outreach and LBCT’s day to day environmental operations. At night, Bonnie is a Professor of Sustainable Supply Chain at Harvard and UCLA. Ms. Nixon obtained a Bachelors from Penn State, a Masters’ Degree in Learning Technologies and is currently completing a PhD in Global Leadership and Change in complex supply chains at Pepperdine University.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – Off-Road: Warehouses, Cargo-Handling, Construction

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Kim Okafor is the General Manager of Zero Emission Solutions for Trillium and Love’s Travel Stop. This includes the development and management of the EV charging, hydrogen fueling and solar businesses. She has been with Trillium since Love’s Travel Stop acquired the company in 2016. Kim also actively serves on the Board of Directors for the California Hydrogen Business Council. Kim has a degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Houston. Kim’s goal as the General Manager of Zero Emission Solutions is to develop sustainable business opportunities that provide economic advantages for our customers.

• Hydrogen Workshop – The Hydrogen Supply Chain: Production, Distribution, Storage

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

John O’Leary has more than 30 years of experience in a wide variety of leadership and financial roles for truck and electronics manufacturers. He is responsible for all aspects of DTNA and its affiliated entities, including Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (FCCC), and Detroit Diesel Corporation. O’Leary is a Member of the Board of Management of Daimler Truck Holding AG and the Board of Management of Daimler Truck AG. Previously, O’Leary served as Chief Transformation Officer and Head of Mercedes-Benz Trucks in Germany. Prior to that, he served as the CFO of DTNA, Senior Vice President of Aftermarket at DTNA, and as the president & CEO of Thomas Built Buses.

• Mainstage Session: Keynote Address

  Monday, May 1 — 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Mr. James (Jim) O’Leary is the Vice President of Assets at NFI. Jim is an industry veteran with close to 20 years of logistics experience in IT, Operations and Fleet Management. Most recently, Jim has led NFI’s efforts to decarbonize their fleet by participating in industry transforming projects such as Daimler’s Innovation Fleet, Volvo LIGHTS and JETSI. At NFI, Jim is a founding member of their Diversity & Inclusion Council & Sustainability Task Force both focused on executing NFI’s strategy of People, Innovation & Customer Value. In 2023, Jim will also serve on Fleet Owner magazine’s editorial advisory board.

• Breakout: Economies of Scale – How to Grow an Electric Fleet

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Mark Esguerra has been with the electric utility industry for 25 years. Mark has held various leadership positions within the utility industry, including electric distribution planning, electric transmission planning, electric asset management, generation interconnection services, transmission & substation engineering standards and work methods, as well as energy policy & procurement. Mark joined Southern California Edison (SCE) in August 2022 as the Director of Distribution System Planning and Strategy, where he is focused on planning and designing the future distribution system to enable clean energy policies.

Mark Esguerra earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from San Francisco State University (SFSU) and obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration from the Masagung School of Business at the University of San Francisco (USF). Mark is a registered professional Electrical Engineer for the State of California.

• Mainstage Session: Executive Infrastructure Roundtable

  Tuesday, May 2 — 9:30 am to 10:45 am

Neha Palmer is the chief executive officer and co-founder of Terawatt Infrastructure, a company that’s focused on scaling commercial EV charging infrastructure across the U.S. Neha previously served at the Head of Energy Strategy at Google where she led the development of electric infrastructure and electricity procurement for the global data center fleet, helping to make Google the first company of its size to achieve 100% renewable energy for operations. Previously, Neha held leadership roles at Pacific Gas and Electric, and worked as an investment banker at Goldman Sachs. Neha holds an MBA in Finance from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, and a B.S. in Civil Engineering from California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo.

• EV Charging Event – EV Charging Event: “Publicly” Accessible Fleet Charging

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Esperanza Perez is a Physical Scientist in the U.S. EPA, Region 9 Air and Radiation Division’s Technology and Partnerships Office. There, Esperanza serves as the School Bus Lead and Tribal Diesel Coordinator for the Pacific Southwest. Esperanza oversees various projects and partnerships intended to reduce heavy-duty diesel emissions through the deployment of innovative retrofit, repower, and replacement technologies. In doing so, Esperanza administers funding assistance from EPA’s Clean School Bus, Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA), and Targeted Airshed Grant programs. Esperanza holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Earth System Science from the University of California, Irvine, and a Master of Science degree in Environmental Studies from the Antioch University New England.

• Breakout: Scaling Electric School Bus Adoption

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

John Rich is Vice President and Chief Technology Officer for PACCAR Inc. In this role, his responsibility includes diesel and zero-emissions propulsion, autonomous vehicles, and connectivity. Prior to joining PACCAR, John worked for 30 years at Ford Motor Company where he held positions of increasing responsibility, including Director of Autonomous Vehicles and Technology, Chief Operating Officer of Ford Autonomous Vehicles LLC, Executive Director of Global Strategy; Vehicle Line Director, and multiple Chief Engineer positions. He spent over a third of his career outside of the United States, including six years in China.

John is a graduate of Boston University (B.S.- Manufacturing Engineering), the University of Michigan (M.S.- Manufacturing Systems Engineering), and Harvard Business School (M.B.A.).

• Mainstage Session: Keynote Remarks and Expo Hall Kick Off

  Tuesday, May 2 — 11:00 am to 11:30 am

Lacy Robertson is Director of Sustainability Solutions and Public Policy at Rush Enterprises where she helps fleets across North America implement sustainability strategies, understand the rapidly changing regulatory environment and utilize financial incentives for electrification and alternative fuel initiatives.
Lacy has over 15 years of experience in the alternative transportation fuel industry with extensive expertise navigating alternative fuel fleet deployments and managing complex, multimillion dollar programs. Prior to Rush, she managed the grant department at Clean Energy Fuels, where she obtained funding for fleet conversions and to assist in the growth of a national renewable natural gas fueling station network.

Lacy holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Policy from University of Southern California.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – Staying Ahead of the Regulations: Maximizing Funding and Planning

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Marie has served as Sysco’s Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer since March 30, 2020. Previously she served as Senior Vice President, Chief Operations and Transformation Officer with Capri Holding Limited, the parent holding company of Michael Kors, Versace, and Jimmy Choo and from 2014 to 2018 served as Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy & COO for Michael Kors Holdings Limited. Marie’s previous roles include Senior Vice President, Chief Logistics Officer at ToysRUs from 2012 to 2014; Senior Vice President, Supply, Logistics and Customer Experience at The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company from 2010 to 2012; Senior Vice President, Supply Chain at Smart & Final Stores, LLC from 2005 to 2010; Regional Director at ToysRUs from 2003 to 2005; and Regional Vice President, Logistics at Walmart from 1993 to 2003. She began her career as a Logistics Officer for the U.S. Army.

• Mainstage Session: Scaled Electrification Roundtable

  Wednesday, May 3 — 9:45 am to 11:15 am

• Mainstage Session: Scaled Electrification Roundtable

  Wednesday, May 3 — 9:45 am to 11:15 am

Pasquale Romano is president and chief executive officer at ChargePoint and a member of the company’s board of directors. Pasquale joined ChargePoint in February 2011, bringing more than 30 years of technology industry leadership and executive management experience to the company. In 1998, he co-founded 2Wire, which was acquired by Pace plc for $475 million in 2010. Previously, Pasquale held multiple positions in marketing and engineering at Polycom. In 1989, he co-founded Fluent Inc., a digital video networking company and served as Chief Architect until it was sold to Novell Inc. in 1993. He is currently a board member for Levitate Acquisition Corp. Pasquale holds an undergraduate degree in computer science from Harvard University and received his Master of Science degree from MIT.

• Mainstage Session: Executive Infrastructure Roundtable

  Tuesday, May 2 — 9:30 am to 10:45 am

Nina Sadighi is a senior technical program manager for Amazon Global Reliability Team and a Subject Matter Expert for Amazon North America Electrical Engineering Strategy Team.

Her current focus is power reliability and resiliency at Amazon’s North America facilities. She has over 18 years of experience in power distribution systems engineering, construction, and operations within domestic and international projects.

She received her Bachelor of Electrical Engineering in 2003 from University of Texas. She is a registered professional engineer in the state of Texas and California, a Senior Member of the IEEE and a working group member for IEEE P3001.3.

• Navigating Your Utility Bootcamp – Streamline Electrification: The Customer Journey

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Sherry Sanger is executive vice president of marketing for Penske Transportation Solutions. She leads the company’s strategic marketing function including efforts around connected, autonomous, shared, and electric vehicles; market intelligence; and customer experience.

Sanger joined Penske Truck Leasing in 1998. She was senior vice president of marketing, vice president of marketing, director of marketing and new products introduction manager.

Sanger began her career with General Electric’s Lighting and Capital divisions in their financial management program.

Sanger holds a bachelor’s degree in German from Kent State University, a master’s degree in international management from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, an MBA from Case Western Reserve University, and a Ph.D. in management from Case Western Reserve University.

• Mainstage Session: Executive Infrastructure Roundtable

  Tuesday, May 2 — 9:30 am to 10:45 am

Kash Sethi is a forward-thinking executive with deep expertise in the commercial EV and electric utility industries. As Lightning eMotors’ Chief Revenue Officer, Sethi has been leading the company’s successful commercialization of their broad portfolio of zero-emission medium duty vehicles, electric vehicle powertrain technology, charging products, and telematics systems. Prior to Lightning, Sethi worked in several leadership positions in the commercial EV, electric utility, and renewables industry spaces, including large organizations like Siemens Energy and technology startups like Motiv Power Systems. Sethi holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, and has dedicated his career to the decarbonization and modernization of our transportation and energy systems.

• Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit – Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Fleets: The Future of Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicles

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Ari Silkey is the leader of Amazon’s Surface Transportation network in North America. Mr. Silkey, a Business Journal 40 under 40 winner, has served as a member of the MN Governor’s Advisory Council on Connected & Automated Vehicles, helping to shape the future of technology in transportation.

Mr. Silkey has 20 years of Executive Management & Product Development experience in the consumer electronics and transportation industries. Prior to joining Amazon, he held senior leadership positions at Fortune 100 companies and has also co-founded several Start-Up companies. Over the course of his career, Mr. Silkey has led the successful development and launch of more than 100 products that have positively impacted safety, productivity, and sustainability.

• Mainstage Session: 2023 Launch of State of Sustainable Fleets

  Monday, May 1 — 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Carrie joined Neste in 2020 and has spearheaded the growth and expansion of Neste MY Renewable Diesel in the North America market since then. Carrie is passionate about renewable fuels and other new technologies and innovations that can help the transport industry cut carbon emissions. Carrie has a track record of success in driving business growth for both Fortune 500 companies and startups in a variety of industries, including global commodity trade, IT, capital goods, retail consulting, energy and oil and gas. Carrie holds a BA in Economics and Public Administration from University of International Business and Economics in China, a Master in Management from London School of Economics in the UK, and a Master of Science in Marketing Research from Texas A&M University in the US.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Driving Emissions Reductions: Renewable Fuels and Technologies

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

JT Steenkamp is Director, Projects, and Technology for Prologis Mobility. He leads the team’s transportation decarbonization projects with nearly 2 decades of project management experience including 10 years at Shell in the new energies domain (energy storage, solar, bio, hydro power, hydrogen, and EV charging).

JT has developed EV charging fleet programs in last-mile-delivery, ride-share & autonomous fleet segments in Canada and the U.S., collaborating with fleets, and EV leasing partners to create integrated and funded clean transportation solutions. With a focus on cost and carbon leadership, JT’s optimized concepts integrate EV, Renewable Natural Gas, hydrogen and waste heat opportunities.

• Breakout: Microgrids and Nonutility Strategies for Fleet Electrification

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Burr Tweedy is a Vice President on NY Green Bank’s Investment & Portfolio Management team, where he leads the origination, evaluation, and execution of scalable clean energy, efficiency, and clean transportation project investments across New York State.

Prior to joining NY Green Bank, he completed an Environmental Defense Fund Climate Corps Fellowship at Shorenstein Company while pursuing his MBA. Previously, Mr. Tweedy was an environmental design specialist at Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates.

Mr. Tweedy holds Master of Business Administration and Master of Environmental Management degrees from Yale University, where he focused on clean energy finance. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science from Colorado College.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – Staying Ahead of the Regulations: Maximizing Funding and Planning

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Peter Voorhoeve is president of Volvo Trucks North America, headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina. Previously, Voorhoeve led Volvo Group Australia from 2013 until 2018, prior to which he held several senior management positions in the areas of aftermarket support, supply chain management, and parts logistics during his nearly 20 years with the Volvo Group.

Voorhoeve is a dynamic leader with an intense focus on customer satisfaction as the leading driver to build on the success of the exciting new products and services Volvo has introduced to the market. Originally from the Netherlands, Voorhoeve holds a Master of Science degree in industrial engineering and management science from the University of Technology in Eindhoven.

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Fleets: The Future of Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Patrick Watt is vice president of alternative vehicles and emerging technologies for Penske Truck Leasing. His areas of responsibility include leading the strategy, evaluation and product development of transportation solutions including alternative and zero-emission vehicles.

Prior to becoming a company officer in 2021, he was district manager in Elkhart, Indiana. Watt also was assistant district manager in the Chicago market and a branch manager in Columbus, Ohio. He worked as a lease sales representative in Parkersburg, West Virginia, and as a rental sales representative in Louisville, Kentucky, and in Pittsburgh.

Watt earned a bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Akron in Ohio.

• Breakout: Shippers and Carriers Driving Towards Increased Sustainability and Net Zero

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Tony is the Director, Compliance and Sustainability overseeing TTSI’s 12 operating companies’ compliance and sustainability efforts in the logistics industry. He is responsible for fleet acquisitions and management of TTSI Companies while promoting a cleaner environment through alternative fuel vehicles and policy.

Tony has held other positions with TTSI such as Director, Corporate Safety for 4 years, Director of Business Development & Marketing for 4 years where he was responsible for managing the sales, marketing, and public relations efforts for the company on a national level. He also served as Director of Operations responsible for warehousing and transportation of customer freight.

• Mainstage Session: Scaled Electrification Roundtable

  Wednesday, May 3 — 9:45 am to 11:15 am

Mr. Wilson is president and chief executive officer of TITAN Freight Systems, a regional transportation company with operations throughout Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. TITAN is one of the lowest carbon footprint carriers in the Pacific Northwest, using Renewable Diesel for the majority of its operations. This second-generation renewable reduces GHG emissions by up to 80%.

Mr. Wilson is a US High Speed Rail executive committee member, where he works with city, state, and federal officials to advance this extraordinary technology to put the “RAPID” back in rapid transit.

He began his career at NBC in New York City. He has lived in New York, London, and New Zealand. Wilson obtained his MBA at the University of Portland and his BS at Oregon State University.

• Breakout: Sustainability & Emissions Planning for Fleets

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Mr. Wolak is the president and chief executive officer of the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA), representing leading international and domestic companies and organizations that are advancing innovative, clean, safe, and reliable hydrogen energy technologies.

Mr. Wolak has experience in all facets of energy including executive positions both within and outside the fuel cell and hydrogen industry, including at an international energy services company, a power development and investment company, public energy resources corporation, and as management consultant providing insight to clients in emerging technology and utility segments.

Mr. Wolak holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Western New England University and an MBA in Finance from the University of Hartford.

• GNA Funding Workshop – GNA Funding Workshop Federal Funding Discussion – Maximizing Federal Funds for Your Fleet

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Salim Youssefzadeh is chief executive officer and co-founder of WattEV and has a mission to speed up the transition of US trucking transport to zero emission. WattEV uses a combination of business and technology innovation to create infrastructure and data-driven workflow that provides truckers and fleet operators the lowest total cost of ownership. Youssefzadeh graduated from UCLA in 2011 with a BS in Electrical Engineering with emphasis on Computer Science and a BS in Applied Mathematics, and graduated Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in 2014 with a MS in Electrical Engineering and an MBA.

• EV Charging Event – EV Charging Event: “Publicly” Accessible Fleet Charging

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Martin Zeilinger is the Executive Vice President and Head of Commercial Vehicle LCM (Life Cycle Management) Tech Unit at Hyundai Motor Group.

In this role, he leads the commercial vehicle R&D initiatives with a strong focus on developing eco-friendly commercial vehicles, and his expertise extends to areas such as electrification, autonomous driving technology, and connectivity. Under his leadership, the Group has achieved milestones in the clean mobility sector, including the world’s first heavy-duty hydrogen truck mass-production.

Prior to joining Hyundai Motor Group, Martin earned a master’s degree in aerospace engineering from Stuttgart University (Germany) and spent close to three decades at Daimler Truck, significantly contributing to the company’s growth and success.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Staying Ahead of the Curve: Emerging Vehicle Availability

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Essa Al-Saleh is Chief Executive Officer of Volta Trucks AB and Volta Trucks Ltd, having joined the company as Chairman of the Board of Directors in September 2020, and taking on the role as Chief Executive Officer in April 2021. Essa joined Volta Trucks from Agility Logistics where he spent 13 years as President and CEO. During that time, Agility grew from a one-country operation with 300 employees and $150m in revenue to a global freight and logistics business operating in over 100 countries with 18,000 employees and $4bn in revenue. In total. Essa has over 20 years’ experience successfully leading and scaling logistics businesses to create global networks with single operating platforms and common cultures. Prior to joining Agility, Essa worked as an engineer with the Kuwait Oil Company. He was part of the team responsible for reconstructing oil fields that were damaged during the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait in 1990. Essa is a Kuwait national living in Zurich and has an MBA from Boston College and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Tufts University. Both degrees were earned with honors.

• Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit – Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit: Today’s Zero Emission Vehicle Products and Strategies 

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Josh is a 20+ year veteran of the EV and HEV commercial vehicle space, with prior executive roles encompassing engineering, technology and IP, business development and customer service. Josh has served in CTO and VP roles in several EV transit bus OEMs. Over the past seven years, Josh has led a consulting firm delivering new product development and program management to bus, truck and marine OEMs in North America, Europe, and China. Josh has a bachelor’s degree in Engineering from Harvey Mudd College.

• Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit – Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Fleets: The Future of Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicles

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Rakesh Aneja has leadership responsibility for Daimler Truck North American (DTNA) eMobility
organization based in Portland, Oregon. Rakesh finds purpose in building and leading global,
high performing teams that are driven to deliver socially responsible, customer-centric heavy- and-medium-duty eMobility vehicles. With over 25+ years of professional and educational experience, his work on commercial vehicles spans across multiple countries including U.S.A, Germany, and India.

Other contributions include serving on DTNA’s Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Council, sponsor for DTNA’s Women’s Interactive Network (WIN), STEM Employee Business Resource Groups and Board Chair for Downtown Boxing Gym. Rakesh has a M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University, and a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology.

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Fleets: The Future of Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Joe is a Senior Vice President and Partner at Gladstein, Neandross & Associates, celebrating his 10th year with the firm. He has aggregated nearly 20 years of clean transportation industry experience, starting out as an industrial safety advisor along the Gulf Coast before transitioning to leadership at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. He oversees a diverse team of program management, policy, and incentive specialists who drive innovative projects forward across the clean transportation industry. This includes GNA’s Funding 360 Program, which offers a comprehensive suite of grant tracking, writing, and management services to GNA’s clients. In part, his leadership has helped clients secure over $1 billion in incentives, navigating through hundreds of unique incentive programs each year across the U.S. and Canada.

• GNA Funding Workshop – GNA Funding Workshop: Session Keynote on Funding

  Thursday, May 4 — 9:45 am to 10:00 am

Vince Arone is the Head of Sales for Jule, powered by eCAMION and is responsible for the deployment of Battery Electric Storage Systems, DC Fast Chargers and Energy Management Solutions that provide minimal impact to the electrical grid. Vince is passionate about building key strategic partnerships with Automotive Dealerships, National Retailers, EV Fleet Companies and that bring sustainability benefits at multiple levels. He has over 10 years of experience with Corporate and Government fleets working with Telematics, Routing and Distribution at Descartes Systems Group. His background includes senior level roles with GE, Ericsson, Siemens, and Alcatel-Lucent. Vince is involved with Philanthropic initiatives with the University of Toronto, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering. He holds a Master of Business Administration from the Schulich School of Business in Toronto.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Recycle or Repurpose: Solving for “End of Life”

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

In his role with Turner, Mike is responsible to help clients achieve their sustainability goals as it impacts their building projects. Mike leads efforts in embodied carbon reduction, zero-emissions construction sites, circularity, and many other sustainability initiatives. Mike also leads Turner’s internal Embodied Carbon Materials Committee, which focuses on learning about low-carbon alternatives to traditional construction materials. Mike has organized dozens of vendors calls and helped spread these learnings to the over 1,500 projects Turner completes every year. As one of the largest general contractors in the country, this institutional knowledge allows Turner to make a significant positive impact across thousands of partners every year.

Mike began his career in construction in a typical project management career progression, working on healthcare, multi-family, high-rise, and historical renovation projects throughout California and Minnesota. These past experiences help Mike understand the obstacles the construction industry needs to overcome to transition to a decarbonized, sustainable industry.

• Breakout: Building the Future with Electric Construction Equipment

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

As Purolator’s Corporate Sustainability Officer, Cindy is responsible for leading the development of Purolator’s environmental sustainability strategy, advancing policies and standards, managing environmental risks and opportunities, and improving Purolator’s performance, disclosures, and reputation related to the environment and climate change. Currently Cindy is leading the development of Purolator’s emissions reduction goals and roadmap, which includes electrifying 60% of Purolator’s last-mile delivery vehicles by 2030. Cindy has 20+ years working as an environmental sustainability professional in a variety of industries including automotive manufacturing, financial services, and transportation and logistics.

• Breakout: Driving to Zero Emissions with Cargo and Material Handling Equipment

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Nick Baileys is the Energy Storage Product Manager within Eaton’s North America electrical business. He joined Eaton in 2017 and has experience developing and marketing new electrical and digital products. Before joining Eaton, Nick drove submarines in the Navy. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering from the United States Naval Academy.

• Breakout: Microgrids and Nonutility Strategies for Fleet Electrification

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Kristen is currently responsible for leading the strategy, engagement, and execution of the PepsiCo Positive (pep+) climate and water sustainability agenda in the supply chain for the Foods North America business. Prior to this, she worked in PepsiCo’s Global Office of Sustainability on the Climate Change team focused on Scope 3 (indirect/supply chain) greenhouse gas emissions.

Previously, Kristen was a consultant with Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC) where she did a combination of sustainability and change management work. From there, she worked at the Tamer Center for Social Enterprise where she managed their Climate Change and Business Program, as well as the Tamer Fund for Social Ventures to invest in early-stage environmental and social start-ups.

Kristen holds a Master of Science degree in Sustainability Management from Columbia University’s Earth Institute, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science and Leadership Studies from the University of Richmond.

• Breakout: Shippers and Carriers Driving Towards Increased Sustainability and Net Zero

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Joe Bielawski is a project management professional with 23 years of experience in large-scale, high-risk, RDT&E, and pilot projects focused on transportation electrification, Department of Defense, program/project management, project procurement management, and Lean Six Sigma continuous process improvement.

• Breakout: Getting the Most Out of Vehicle to Grid Technologies

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Eric Bippus joined Agility as Senior Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing in 2016. He has over 16 years of global sales and marketing experience in the automotive and heavy-duty commercial vehicle markets. Prior to joining Agility, he served as Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Clean Diesel Technologies Inc., which manufactures and distributes vehicle emissions control products. Eric earned a BA degree in Management from the Walsh College of Accountancy and Business, Troy, Michigan.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Emerging Applications: Next Generation Engines and Technologies

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Jonas Boehm leads strategic partnerships and the commercial direction of TWAICE Battery Analytics Platform for all mobility customers. He is focused on unlocking the battery-powered future for everyone by working deeply with partners and customer across industries – bringing together the right partners, shaping novel use cases and make it easy for everyone to build with TWAICE. Next to that, he is a Fellow of the Global Future Council on Advanced Manufacturing and Value Chains of the World Economic Forum and a thought leader on platform dynamics and networked markets in mobility – co-authored more than 25 articles, conference contributions and books.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Getting the Most out of Your Battery: Understanding Battery Life & Health

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

As Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Brauer leads the sales, marketing, and customer experience teams at Amerit Fleet Solutions. With over 25 years of fleet industry experience, Bob was a Founder and Director of the Board of a nationwide fleet maintenance company, where Bob was responsible for operations and sales. This company was ultimately acquired by Amerit. Bob began his career at Ryder System, and over the course of 12 years, held a series of sales, sales management, and operation leadership roles. Mr. Brauer earned a Business degree from Washington State University.

• Breakout: Vehicle and Infrastructure Maintenance – How Zero-Emission Technology is Altering Business Models

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Scott Brierley has worked in the automotive/electric vehicle (EV) and aerospace industries for over 20 years in a variety of roles.

His EV career began with launching the General Motors EV1, “the world’s first mass-produced electric vehicle,” in Southern California. Later, Scott worked with other GM EV programs, including the Equinox fuel cell as part of GM’s “Project Driveway” tech demo program, the Chevrolet Volt, and the EN V (Electric-Networked Vehicle) autonomous concept.

Prior to joining Fermata Energy, Scott led Nissan’s Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) bidirectional charging initiative in North America. A key milestone was reached during this time with the establishment of a joint Vehicle-to-Building (V2B) pilot program with Fermata Energy at Nissan’s headquarters in Franklin, Tennessee. Leveraging energy stored in the Nissan LEAF, Fermata Energy’s V2B platform helps power Nissan’s headquarters building during peak load times, which can reduce costly demand charges.

He holds an MBA from Texas A&M University, a BS in Mechanical Engineering from San Diego State University, and is a certified private pilot.

• Breakout: Getting the Most Out of Vehicle to Grid Technologies

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Paul Carp leads a Business Development team at EVgo focused on creating fleet partnerships to build and manage EV charging infrastructure. Prior to EVgo, Paul spent 20+ years deploying clean energy, sustainability and technology initiatives across the federal government, Fortune 500 corporations and venture-backed startups. Paul has worked in sales, marketing, operations, and economic development. Paul has a BA from the University of Michigan, an MBA from the Presidio Graduate School and lives in Oakland, CA with his wife and two kids.

• Breakout: Economies of Scale – How to Grow an Electric Fleet

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Jim Castelaz, founder and chief technology officer of Motiv Power Systems, is a leading electric vehicle entrepreneur, trained as an electrical engineer with expertise in power and embedded systems. Jim champions Motiv’s vision to free fleets from fossil fuels – a vision that summarizes his professional and personal passion. He has led Motiv from an idea in his living room to becoming the US market leader in common-platform electric truck and bus chassis. Jim’s experience includes capital formation, government grants, developing IP portfolios, and building a world-class team aligned around a shared purpose. Jim holds an MSEE from Stanford University and BS in Engineering and Economics from Harvey Mudd College.

• Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit – Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Fleets: The Future of Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicles

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Justine is a Senior Project Manager in Southern California Edison’s eMobility Operations group and is responsible for leading SCE’s Charge Ready Transport Program, which aims to install charging infrastructure to support nearly 9,000 medium- and heavy-duty EVs. Justine joined SCE in 2019 as part of the Management Leadership Development Program, rotating through different areas of the utility, including Trading & Market Operations, eMobility Operations, Transmission and Distribution, and Regulatory Affairs. Justine earned her Masters in Business Administration from USC’s Marshall School of Business and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Politics and Economics from NYU. Prior to completing her MBA, Justine worked at Bloomberg New Energy Finance where she managed a portfolio of transportation, government, and corporate clients in the Americas region.

• Navigating Your Utility Bootcamp – Streamline Electrification: The Customer Journey

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Arun is the Director of Maintenance R&D at Ryder. He is responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction in evaluating and assessing new technologies in the EV/AV/Advanced Vehicle space.

Arun has over 30 years of global engineering, operations and management experience in the automotive, aerospace, consumer, utility and transportation industries. He is an Air Force veteran and holds bachelors and master’s degree in mechanical engineering along with management diplomas in international trade, marketing and operations management.

Arun is a licensed Project Management Professional, holds five patents and has published various papers/articles. He is a member of SAE, ASME and SME.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Getting the Most out of Your Battery: Understanding Battery Life & Health

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Ahmad Choukair is the Business Development Manager for Hitachi Energy eMobility within the North American region. Ahmad joined Hitachi Energy in 2020 as Key Account Manager for the Transportation segment in Eastern Canada. In October 2022, Ahmad was appointed as the BDM for eMobility for the NAM region. Prior to this, Ahmad held engineering, sales engineering, account management positions in Schneider Electric and ABB. He has almost 8 years in the power industry. A Canadian citizen, Ahmad holds an BSc in electrical engineering from Concordia University and spent one year in Polytechnique Montreal specializing in power. He is currently based in Montreal, Canada.

• Breakout: Advancing Environmental Justice and Equity Through Fleet Transitions

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Kevin Chronicle leads the Automotive Steering Commercial Vehicle team for Bosch in North America. The primary focus of the team is bringing steering solutions for advanced driver assistance systems to the commercial vehicle market.

Chronicle and his team received the 2021 Automotive News PACE Innovation and Partnership Award distinctions for the first series production of SAE Level 2 automated technology for commercial vehicles in the Freightliner New Cascadia. In collaboration with Daimler Trucks North America and its Detroit brand, Bosch provided multiple technologies to enable Active Lane Assist, which helps to prevent unintended drifting by actively keeping the vehicle in the center of its lane.

Chronicle brings a comprehensive perspective with a background across sales, product management, and finance.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Operational Improvements: Leveraging Vehicle Automation and Connected Tech in Existing Fleets

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Chester (Chet) Ciesielski is Vice President of the On-Highway Heavy Duty Truck Business at Navistar. In this role, he is responsible for the strategic direction of the on-highway heavy duty truck business.

With more than 28 years of experience in the truck and automotive industries at both Navistar and Ford Motor Company, Ciesielski has held various positions in design, development, manufacturing, and sales.

Ciesielski experienced global business leadership while in Pune, India where he was responsible for product development, manufacturing and quality while spearheading a joint venture developing product for the Indian market. Ciesielski has a mechanical engineering degree from Tri-State University.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Operational Improvements: Leveraging Vehicle Automation and Connected Tech in Existing Fleets

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Roland M. Cordero is responsible for procuring, deploying, and ensuring the maintenance of transit vehicles and all related technology. With over 20 years of experience in the transit industry in various capacities, he has been involved in deploying Foothill Transit’s electric bus project and full-electrification initiative since 2010. He is currently working on a 33-fuel cell bus and fueling infrastructure project, with slated completion by April 2023.

Roland is a proud alumnus of Leadership APTA (American Public Transportation Association) Executive Development Program and ENO Transit Senior Executive Program. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from California State University, Los Angeles, an MBA from the University of Phoenix, and an FTA Environmental and Sustainability Management certificate from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Fleet Operations: Hydrogen’s Evolving Role in Transportation

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Rob Del Core, General Manager of Symbio North America, has over 22 years of technical and commercial experience in hydrogen fuel cell technologies and zero emissions vehicles development, held senior management positions in multiple fuel cell corporations, successfully led and delivered over 20 hybrid and fuel cell vehicles and fuel cell power systems development projects including multiple heavy duty fuel cell truck and bus projects funded by CEC and DOE. Mr. Del Core manages Symbio’s North America business operation, which is currently developing a 400kW regional Class 8 truck powered by Symbio’s fuel cell, launching a fuel cell technology manufacturing facility in Southern California as well as developing workforce training programs funded by California Energy Commission.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Staying Ahead of the Curve: Emerging Vehicle Availability

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Patrick both leads and collaborates on a wide range of projects and market development initiatives for GNA’s clients and brings extensive experience in the research, development, and demonstration of a broad range of advanced mobile and stationary power technologies to the firm. With over 18 years of experience in the clean energy space, Patrick’s work includes a mix of technical, business, and policy expertise from leading fleets through the evaluation of alternative fuel technologies to assisting policy makers with the development of practical and successful strategies for clean transportation. Patrick holds a B.S. and M.S in Mechanical Engineering from University of California, Irvine.

• Navigating Your Utility Bootcamp – Streamline Electrification: The Customer Journey

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

• GNA Funding Workshop – GNA Funding Workshop: How to Take Advantage of the Wide Variety of Local, Regional, State, and LCFS Funding

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Anne Devine is the CEO of Janus Electric, a leader in groundbreaking EV battery technology and revolutionary exchangeable battery systems for heavy vehicles.

Before joining Janus Electric, Ms. Devine served as Romeo Power’s Chief Operating Officer, where she was responsible for managing operating and production capabilities and transforming the Company’s commercial EV battery manufacturing processes from prototype to commercial production.

Ms. Devine has more than 25 years of diverse experience in operational and manufacturing management, with unique automotive industry expertise from tenures at Ford, Navistar and UGN.

Ms. Devine holds a Master of Science in Engineering Management from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Kettering University.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Recycle or Repurpose: Solving for “End of Life”

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Matthew Diener is an Air Pollution Specialist at the California Air Resources Board and has worked on advanced-technology regulations and incentive programs targeting off-road mobile equipment. He has over 8 years of experience developing and implementing air quality regulatory and incentive programs. Matthew is currently leading the development of the Targeted Manufacturer Rule, a regulatory measure intended to drive further production of zero-emission options in the off-road mobile equipment sector. Matthew holds two degrees in Chemistry: a Bachelor of Science with honors from San Diego State University, San Diego, CA and a Master of Science in Chemistry from the University of Washington, Seattle, WA.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – Off-Road: Warehouses, Cargo-Handling, Construction

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Daphne Dixon works locally, regionally, and nationally to support the 17 Global Sustainable Development Goals. As Director of Connecticut SWA Clean Cities Coalition, designated by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Vehicle Technolgies Office, she leads a team that works strategically with a variety of fleets on transitioning to alternative fuels. Her coalition collaborates with federal agencies, fuel providers, industry associations, and equipment manufacturers. Daphne specializes in EV zoning regulations, electric school bus and electric police fleet adoption, working with disadvantaged and overburdened communities on transportation systems that support equity, workforce development, clean air and GHG reduction.

Daphne supports the development of LuftCar’s hydrogen eVTOL, as well as conducts research on the effects of diesel emission as a risk factor for breast cancer.

• TRU Workshop – Market Readiness: Case Studies and Pathways to Scale Zero Emission TRUs

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 10:55 am

• TRU Workshop

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 2:30 pm

Amy Dobrikova joined Blink Charging as Vice President of Fleet Solutions in November 2021. With over a decade in the transportation and automotive industry, she leads Blink’s go-to-market strategy to drive U.S. fleet sales with municipalities, corporations, institutions, and other operators with multi-vehicle fleets transitioning to electric powertrains. Before joining Blink Charging, she worked closely with some top 100 commercial and government fleets, including GE Capital Fleet, USPS, FedEx, UPS, and Bright Automotive, where she sold $30 million in pre-orders for the Bright IDEA three years before production. Her passion for sustainable transportation can be proven through her impeccable leadership and volunteerism with various groups, such as the NTEA’s Green Truck Association, where she served as the chairman.

• Breakout: Vehicle and Infrastructure Maintenance – How Zero-Emission Technology is Altering Business Models

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Sam Doerr is the Trailer Portfolio Leader for Thermo King North America, a division of Trane Technologies. In this role, he owns the strategic direction and growth strategies for the trailer, rail, and Heat King portfolios. Most recently, Sam has led the S-750i product launch as well as the Evolve electrified trailer product line roadmap and development.
Sam brings 15 years of transportation industry experience, most recently as vice president of product management for freight services at Wabtec, formerly GE Transportation. In that role, he was responsible leading several key sustainability initiatives around electrification and decarbonization.

Sam holds a bachelor’s degree in industrial distribution and technology from Purdue University and an MBA from Duke University.

• TRU Workshop – eTRU Trailer Tech Outlook

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Heather Donaldson is a managing director in the Strategic Advisory business at Black & Veatch, where she leads solution design and delivery across transportation electrification, renewable electric supply, and grid modernization. A 25-year electricity industry veteran, Heather provides clients with frameworks to facilitate an understanding of key issues, tradeoffs, risks, and financial potential to inform strategies and roadmaps. Heather is a recognized thought leader serving as a former member and advisor in forums focused on business model and policy changes and associated enabling technical capabilities.

• Navigating Your Utility Bootcamp – Streamline Electrification: The Customer Journey

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

• GNA Funding Workshop – GNA Funding Workshop Federal Funding Discussion – Maximizing Federal Funds for Your Fleet

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Becky has led the Los Angeles Sustainability Executives Roundtable (LASER) since 2018. LASER provides a convening body for the region’s top corporate sustainability executives from LA’s largest organizations with the goal of creating an impact that is greater than the sum of its parts. With an ongoing mission to work with organizations and projects that will have a positive impact on community and planet, Becky launched BE+, an impact & innovation driven consultancy in 2017. Since then, she has worked with amazing organizations including, The City of Santa Monica, Plug in South LA, Fika Ventures, The Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, and USGBC-LA on a variety of community and sustainability driven projects.

A 4th generation Angeleno and environmentalist at heart, Becky’s happy place is in nature, especially the ocean. She is an avid surfer, hiker, and gardener and enjoys exploring California and traveling to new places solo or with her young daughter Sierra and partner Alek.

• Breakout: Building the Future with Electric Construction Equipment

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

As the Director of Corporate strategy for Torc Robotics, Nick Elder leads the development and commercialization of Torc’s long-haul autonomous solutions. He joined Torc 8 years ago and has served in several leadership roles including running Torc’s Mining and Construction unit. Beyond safely delivering self-driving trucks, Nick is currently focused on collaborating with industry partners and influencers to ensure that the future freight network drives value for carriers and the broader logistics industry.

• Breakout: Autonomous – Developments in Piloting and Scaling Commercial Autonomous Vehicles

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Mackenzie Eldridge is North American eMobility Solutions Engineering Manager for Schneider Electric. In her role, she configures and implements power distribution equipment and digital solutions to support electric vehicle charging, distributed energy resource integration, and more. Since joining Schneider Electric eight years ago, she has also had the opportunity to work in Business Development and Project Management for eMobility, and as a Power Systems Engineer with Schneider Electric’s low and medium voltage hardware. Mackenzie received her Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Technology from Purdue University and passed the California PE exam in Electrical Power.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Recycle or Repurpose: Solving for “End of Life”

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

As Product Line Leader for ZF’s Driveline Systems business in North America, Christian Feldhaus leads a team providing clean ePowertrain, Transmission and Axle solutions for ICE, BEV and FCEV-powered truck, bus and HD Pickup applications. Christian has served in a number of leadership roles since joining ZF in 2010. Prior to his current position, he led the product line driveline technology trucks & vans and before that, worked as a senior manager for sales and business development in North America.

Christian began his career at John Deere, as a development engineer for its driveline and transmission business. He earned a degree in mechatronics and powertrain technology from Westfalische Hochschule in Germany.

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit: Today’s Zero Emission Vehicle Products and Strategies

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Erin Galiger is the Senior Business Development Manager for Rocsys in North America, where she leads the US team in expanding Rocsys’ autonomous charging solutions within the region. Prior to joining Rocsys, Erin worked for Forth, a non-profit organization in the electric transportation industry, where she designed and executed pilot programs aimed at reducing barriers to electric vehicles for various stakeholders. Erin has extensive experience in charging infrastructure, having served as a Product Manager for ABB, a major global EV charging infrastructure company. While there, she focused on the development and deployment of high-power chargers, as well as the Megawatt Charging Standard. Erin earned her BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Denver and grew up in Chicago.

• Breakout: Driving to Zero Emissions with Cargo and Material Handling Equipment

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Michael Gallagher is a Procurement Professional with two decades of experience in Transportation and Logistics.

He leads Performance Team’s Sourcing & Category Management and is instrumental in driving the fleet decarbonization initiatives for Performance Team in North America.

He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Management from Duquesne University, a Master of Business Administration as well as a Certificate in Supply Chain Management from Northeastern University, and holds a Six Sigma Black Belt Certification from Aveta Business Institute.

• Breakout: Economies of Scale – How to Grow an Electric Fleet

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Michael’s role at WattEV involves policy development, grant writing, project implementation, and public agency outreach and coordination. In his time with WattEV, a number of Public-Private partnerships have been formed to jointly pursue State and Federal initiatives aimed at expanding access to zero-emission technology. Prior to WattEV, Michael was the Business Development Manager for an engineering and construction management firm; responsible for managing and responding to California public agency Architecture & Engineering solicitations. Earlier professional experience also includes successfully funded projects from the U.S. Department of Education. Michael graduated from Arizona State University with a B.S. in Political Science.

• GNA Funding Workshop – GNA Funding Workshop Federal Funding Discussion – Maximizing Federal Funds for Your Fleet

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Joy is the Executive Director of Empire Clean Cities, as well as the U.S. Department of Energy’s Clean Cities Coalition Director for New York City and the Lower Hudson Valley. She holds a Master’s degree in Nonprofit Management from the New School for Public Engagement in New York City and has nearly 15 years of experience working for a variety of social impact campaigns and organizations. Joy has worked with public and private stakeholders to help cut greenhouse gas emissions, reduce petroleum consumption, and advance clean transportation in the region.

• Clean Fuel Vehicle Bootcamp – Next Generation Fleets: Environment, Efficiency, Economics

  Monday, May 1 — 9:00 am to 10:45 am

Jon Gilbeck is currently the Manager of Product Management and Electrification in the Construction and Forestry division. He has spent 24 years at John Deere in multiple divisions and functions, leading business strategy and portfolio, while developing and launching hundreds of new products to make customers more profitable and sustainable. Over the last few years, Jon and his team have been leading John Deere’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions through electrification and alternative solutions and build out the ecosystem to support these new solutions.

• Breakout: Building the Future with Electric Construction Equipment

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Driven by his passion to bring EVs to all, Paul is Zeem Solutions’ co-founder and chief executive officer and has been a vital part of the EV ecosystem for 20 years. Paul founded Zeem Solutions to accelerate commercial EV adoption by providing solutions that make it easy for small businesses. Paul has been successful by working collaboratively, instead of competitively, with proven industry leaders. This spirit of working together to give everyone access to clean energy and air runs through everything Zeem does. Prior to Zeem, Paul spent more than 20 years in investment banking and financial services, having raised more than $200 million in capital for private companies, while investing in or advising on hundreds of transactions, including private placements, company divestitures and mergers & acquisitions.

• EV Charging Event – EV Charging Event: “Publicly” Accessible Fleet Charging

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Since founding GNA in 1993, Cliff has been instrumental in the development of environmental programs and policies that have improved air quality, increased the use of clean fuels and advanced technologies in transportation, and spurred the creation of innovative public-private partnerships in a variety of sectors. It is for these reasons that he has become one of the most sought out leaders within the environmental and energy communities—he offers unparalleled experience, insight, and perspective on critical issues at the very heart of our transportation and energy systems.

• Clean Fuel Vehicle Bootcamp – Next Generation Fleets: Environment, Efficiency, Economics

  Monday, May 1 — 9:00 am to 10:45 am

As vice president of eMobility, Tad is responsible for leading Stem’s foray into the Electrification of Transportation. This includes leading Stem’s creation of an Athena®-interoperable ecosystem of partners within the Electric Vehicle Charging sector, as well as developing and executing on Stem’s strategy with key strategic accounts and building long-term decarbonization roadmaps. Tad is part of the founding team at Stem and has been with the company since 2009. He earned an MBA from Stanford’s Graduate School of Business and is based in Austin, TX.

Tad’s past speaking engagements have included presentations and panels at ACT Expo, RE+, Intersolar, Fleet Forward Conference, and more.

• Breakout: Microgrids and Nonutility Strategies for Fleet Electrification

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Nico De Golia is a Senior Manager at Microsoft working towards achieving the company’s sustainability goals of net-negative carbon emissions, zero waste, and water positivity in the Cloud Supply Chain by the end of the decade. He has extensive experience in sustainability & transportation, having previously served as Global Director of Sustainability for Crowley Maritime and working with BSR on supply chain sustainability and freight decarbonization.

Nico holds an MBA in Resilient Business Management & ESG and an MA in International Environmental Policy from Middlebury. He is also an advisor to Washington Maritime Blue and the Center for the Blue Economy, where he focuses on facilitating research and collaboration on maritime decarbonization.

• Breakout: Shippers and Carriers Driving Towards Increased Sustainability and Net Zero

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Leslie has worked at CARB for over 17 years and is currently splitting her time between managing incentive programs and working on heavy-duty ZEV infrastructure. She oversees administration of $150 million in Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust funding for Zero-Emission Class 8 trucks and low NOx trucks and also supports the HVIP program. Leslie has managed demonstration and pilot deployments of fuel cell and battery electric trucks and transit buses, high-capacity hydrogen fueling stations and depot charging. She is currently on the team tasked with identifying infrastructure-related challenges and opportunities associated with transitioning California heavy-duty sectors to zero-emission. Leslie is also the go-to person at CARB when it comes to hydrogen and fuel cell technology in the heavy-duty space.

• GNA Funding Workshop – GNA Funding Workshop: How to Take Advantage of the Wide Variety of Local, Regional, State, and LCFS Funding

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Greg has over 30 years of executive and management experience in a variety of roles across the energy, technology, transportation, and government sectors. Gosnell utilizes his cross-industry experience and strengths to create clarity in complex situations, define pragmatic strategies, drive transformational change, and optimize market opportunities. As President and CEO, Gosnell directs all aspects of the organization while building a company that leverages GenH2’s unique combination of hydrogen and cryogenic expertise, advanced technology, and talented people to meet the growing needs of the clean energy economy. Under his leadership, GenH2 has become a leader in hydrogen, liquefaction, storage, and transfer systems. Greg earned Bachelor of Science degrees in Mathematics and Geophysics from Colorado State University-Pueblo.

• Hydrogen Workshop – The Hydrogen Supply Chain: Production, Distribution, Storage

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

André is a Certified Energy Manager with over 25 years’ experience in the energy industry encompassing product and project management, technical consulting, and strategy development. Through his career at Xcel Energy, he has been responsible for developing various energy efficiency, renewable energy, and demand response programs for Xcel Energy’s customers. He was responsible for leading the development and deployment of the first battery storage microgrid in Colorado. Currently he works within the Strategic Partnerships organization, focusing on developing clean transportation solutions for Xcel Energy’s customers. This work includes leading the Company’s V2G demonstration projects.

• Breakout: Scaling Electric School Bus Adoption

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Dustin Grace is the Chief Technology Officer at Proterra, responsible for Energy Storage and Power Systems development programs. He joined Proterra in 2015 to establish and build the engineering team located at Proterra’s Silicon Valley headquarters. Since completion of Proterra’s first-generation high-voltage battery program in 2017, Grace is now leading future development projects that adapt Proterra battery technology into heavy-duty OEM vehicle applications, second-life stationary storage, and fleet-scale high-power charging systems. Grace brings nine years of powertrain development expertise from Tesla Motors prior to joining the Proterra team.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Next Generation Battery Technology: Tackling Scale & Demand

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Stacey Grauer is the Director of Business Development, Clean Hydrogen at Linde Inc. This group supports a full portfolio of products and services from production, distribution and storage to the technology and equipment solutions necessary to fuel zero emission vehicles. Linde Inc. is a recognized pioneer and world leader in the hydrogen for mobility space with over 200 hydrogen refueling stations in operation around the world today.

As a lead for the clean hydrogen portfolio, Stacey’s goal is to drive portfolio change to align with emerging customer needs. Her responsibilities include new offering development, sales, marketing, and alignment of support throughout Linde in the US. Stacey brings to this position a well-established background in sales, finance, field services, and business development.

• Hydrogen Workshop – The Hydrogen Supply Chain: Production, Distribution, Storage

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Magnus is leading the Connected Services area within Volvo Trucks North America with responsibility to develop, deliver and support the current and next generation of services for Volvo Trucks to maximize customers fleet productivity and vehicle uptime.

Magnus has over 20 years’ industry experience working within the Volvo Group and is a customer-focused leader with demonstrated success in developing and enhancing dealer and customer support services and products. He has managed several functional areas including Uptime Support, Warranty and Product Reliability.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Operational Improvements: Leveraging Vehicle Automation and Connected Tech in Existing Fleets

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Taylor Hansen is the President and CEO of Webasto’s Thermo and Comfort North America subsidiary, having joined the company in June 2021. Webasto is a $4.5B global supplier of eMobility and Thermal Management components, with a focus on high voltage batteries and charging systems for industrial and EV applications. Taylor has over two decades of experience in the automotive, commercial vehicle, and defense industries. She is presently responsible for managing the growth and strategic mission of Webasto’s Customized Solutions business in the Americas.

Prior to her role at Webasto, Taylor held technical leadership positions at OE and Tier 1 organizations such as General Motors, Stellantis, and Federal-Mogul.

In addition to her professional roles, Taylor has been an adjunct faculty member at Baker College in Flint, Michigan, as well as an instructor in the Flint Community Schools. She holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Kettering University. Taylor is a member of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and the Automotive Women’s Alliance Foundation.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Recycle or Repurpose: Solving for “End of Life”

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Heather Hanson, Bus Operations Program Manager at Genentech, is leading the electrification transition of the company’s 80 commuter motor coach vehicles that serve 15,000 employees across 7 counties. As part of Genentech’s Transportation Department, Hanson is responsible for electric bus and charging platform evaluation and selection, as well as energy load management strategy.

As Chair of the San Francisco Bay Area’s Young Professionals in Transportation, Hanson has broadened the reach of her passion for high occupancy, zero emission transportation options and established herself as a trusted source in the area of electrification.

Hanson holds a degree in Environmental Science from UC Santa Cruz and is a member of Stanford University School of Engineering’s Environment and Energy Program.

• EV Charging Event – EV Charging Event: MD/HD Charging: Fleet Case Study

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Darren Hau is the staff manager for charging ops and product strategy at Cruise, an all-electric autonomous vehicle company, leading a team responsible for operations & service, product strategy, and energy/fleet optimization. Prior to Cruise, Darren developed new Supercharger products at Tesla and deployed them globally. The modeling and simulation tools he built enabled better architectural decisions, rightsizing of Supercharger sites, and optimization of solar and storage deployments, resulting in tens of millions of dollars of annual savings. Previously, he co-founded Dragonfly Systems, a solar power electronics startup acquired by SunPower. Darren is the inventor of multiple U.S. patents in power electronics and holds a B.S. in electrical engineering from Stanford University.

• Breakout: Microgrids and Nonutility Strategies for Fleet Electrification

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Sam Hayes is the Chief of Staff at Beacon Mobility, where he leads numerous strategic programs, including fleet electrification. He joined Beacon in 2020 as the Vice President of Strategy and is passionate about the company’s focus on serving those with high needs.

Prior to joining Beacon, Sam was a consultant at Bain & Co. and spent five years on active duty as an Intelligence Officer in the US Navy. He earned a B.A. in Economics from Princeton University and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.

• Breakout: Scaling Electric School Bus Adoption

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Lidia Henderson is a Research Associate on the Electric Mobility team with the World Resources Institute. She works to accelerate electric and zero-emission technologies and policies, such as transit and freight, in cities around the world and advance clean, safe mobility options, working closely with WRI’s International Offices. Before WRI, Lidia was a Program Manager at Empire Clean Cities (ECC), an environmental nonprofit and U.S. Department of Energy Clean Cities Coalition. She also worked with the D.O.E. Clean Cities Program at Blue Planet Foundation in Hawai’i as the Electric Vehicle Projects Coordinator. She holds a M.Sc. in City and Regional Planning from the Pratt Institute and a B.A. in Environmental Studies (Policy) and Spanish from Colby College

• Breakout: Advancing Environmental Justice and Equity Through Fleet Transitions

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Hernan Henriquez joined BayoTech in 2022 as Vice President of Sales. Hernan is an executive with a strong background in sales and marketing with expertise in the high-pressure gas transport industry. In his tenure with Quantum Fuel Systems, Hernan focused on new business development in agricultural and landfill biogas for hydrogen use and the commercialization of core products and services for domestic and international markets. Hernan’s work has also included the commercialization of high-voltage battery technology for transportation, industrial, and marine applications.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Driving Emissions Reductions: Renewable Fuels and Technologies

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Stefan Hogg is a Business Development Associate at Li-Cycle.

Since joining Li-Cycle in 2018, he has focused on managing and coordinating recycling services provided to major automotive OEMs and is instrumental in facilitating the onboarding of new customers. In his role, he supports the preparation, review, and negotiation of contracts for new battery supply customers.

In his spare time, Stefan plays recreational team sports including volleyball and hockey. He is an avid fan of both the NFL and NHL.

He holds his B.A. in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of Waterloo.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Recycle or Repurpose: Solving for “End of Life”

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Matt Horton is CEO of Voltera, the infrastructure provider that sites, builds, owns, and operates strategically located, fit-for-purpose charging facilities to enable EV deployment and operation at scale. Matt’s deep experience in the clean transportation industry includes roles at Rivian (Executive Vice President of Energy & Charging Solutions) and Proterra (Chief Commercial Officer).

• Battery Tech Workshop – Getting the Most out of Your Battery: Understanding Battery Life & Health

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Ashley Horvat, formerly Oregon’s “Electric-Car Czar,” brings over 14 years of experience as a pioneer in the eMobility industry to Schneider Electric, where she oversees their North American eMobility line of business. As hub leader, Horvat is responsible for full P&L, strategy, home and building eMobility products, R&D, with a team of experts driving innovation in charging hardware, software, power distribution, installations, and energy management. She began her career in the public sector from DOT, DOE, to the Oregon Governor’s office as Chief EV Officer, and nationwide on ZEV state initiatives. Pivoting to the private sector she held leadership positions in EV industry startups as an early-stage employee, scaling the orgs through to M&A at PlugShare (Innogy Acquisition) and Greenlots (Royal Dutch Shell Acquisition). An early member of the Greenlots leadership team, as Vice President, overseeing commercial partnerships, and upon Shell New Energies’ acquisition, she played a vital role in the energy transition efforts and cross business collaboration across Shell groups. At PlugShare, as VP of Strategic Initiatives, she founded the company’s consulting LOB and managed corporate global strategic initiatives. In 2013, Horvat co-founded the “Women of Electric Vehicles” organization, dedicated to “elEVating women” to leadership roles in the EV industry, which now includes over 2,000 women around the world.

• Mainstage Session: Scaled Electrification Roundtable

  Wednesday, May 3 — 9:45 am to 11:15 am

Ian Hostetler is Manager, Commercial Fleets at Electrify America, leading all business development and sales activities for behind-the-fence medium- and heavy-duty fleet projects. Ian has worked in a variety of functions since joining Electrify America in 2017, including site acquisition strategy, real estate development, and construction to build Electrify America’s ultra-fast charging network of more than 800 sites in North America.

• Infrastructure & Vehicle Procurement Workshop – Infrastructure & Vehicles: Investing in Your Fleet Operations

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Chris Hough is vice president of maintenance design and engineering for Penske Truck Leasing. Based at the company’s Reading, Pennsylvania, headquarters, his areas of responsibility include the warranty, fleet compliance, diesel particulate filter (DPF) cleaning centers, tooling & service bay technology, vehicle diagnostics, alternative power systems, tires, and engineering functions.

During his nearly three decades of time with the company, Hough was most recently vice president of maintenance services. He was also an area maintenance manager for the Mid-Atlantic region, and a district service manager in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and Pittsburgh.

Hough is a member of the American Trucking Associations’ Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC). During his distinguished transportation career, he has also served on various supplier customer advisory committees.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Emerging Applications: Next Generation Engines and Technologies

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Chief Fields has served the Los Angeles City Fire Department for 30 years for the last 8 years as a chief officer.

Chief Fields has successfully developed and executed projects and initiatives such as the Department’s Learning Management System, Unmanned Aerial System program, and Rosenbauer Electric Fire Engine. Chief Fields has received a master’s degree in Homeland Security and Defense from the Naval Postgraduate School and holds a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership and Emergency Services Management.

Chief Fields has represented the department on special projects, committees and working groups at the local, state, and national level. He is known for his leadership, operational experience, and administrative skillsets.

• Breakout: Municipal & Refuse Fleets at the Cutting Edge

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Mujeeb Ijaz, founder and chief executive officer of ONE, is a battery systems engineer with over 30 years of experience in the development of electric vehicles and battery systems technologies. His career work has focused on furthering the adoption of electric vehicles through advancements in battery safety, range, and cost.

Mujeeb led teams at Ford Motor Co., where he developed Ford’s Edge with HySeries Drive, the Ford Fusion Hydrogen 999 that set a land speed record at Bonneville in 2007, and the Chrysler ENVI project. He was president of A123’s Venture Technologies unit, where he and his team led the development of Li-Ion battery solutions for electric vehicles, and more recently, a senior director at Apple, where he developed novel energy storage solutions. Mujeeb holds 31 U.S. patents in the field of battery technology and energy management systems. He is a graduate of Virginia Tech.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Next Generation Battery Technology: Tackling Scale & Demand

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Julie Johnson is an accomplished executive with over 20 years of experience working with leading corporations and disruptive startups, such as Ryder Systems Inc., Lightning eMotors, New Leaf Paper, and Wells Fargo. Currently, as the Head of Market Development and Growth Strategy North America at Volta Trucks, Julie is passionate about driving change that will make our cities and communities cleaner and safer, improving the quality of life globally. She excels at navigating complex market dynamics and implementing innovative strategies that deliver fast and sustainable flywheel growth. Julie values the importance of a strong culture and works collaboratively with ecosystem stakeholders to develop mission-critical priorities that drive collective action and business success. Her vision for a net-zero carbon future is founded on a triple bottom line approach of People-Planet-Profit, fulfilling her deep passion for making a positive and lasting impact for future generations.

• TRU Workshop – eTRU Trailer Tech Outlook

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

BJ Johnson is chief executive officer and and co-founder of ClearFlame Engine Technologies, a company dedicated to creating innovative solutions that rapidly decarbonize heavy-duty industries. ClearFlame’s technology uses various clean, renewable fuels to power diesel engines, reducing emissions and ownership costs and maintaining performance. BJ’s vision has attracted significant investors and strategic partners, including the federal Department of Energy, Mercuria, and Breakthrough Energy Ventures. In 2021, BJ was named to the Grist 50—a list of emerging leaders working on real-world solutions to the world’s biggest challenges. BJ earned his BS, MS, and Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from Stanford University.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Driving Emissions Reductions: Renewable Fuels and Technologies

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Eleanor has worked in clean transportation since 2016, when she assessed parking pricing structures for Denver’s RTD as a graduate-level intern with the Rocky Mountain Institute. Since then, she has helped clients in personal and commercial transportation sectors across the country to understand and reduce their environmental impact in a dynamic business environment. As a member of GNA’s Technical Services team, Eleanor conducts market research and analysis to identify and track industry trends, and help clients hone in on specific market conditions relevant to their product and/or operations. She is closely involved in GNA’s carbon credit services, and has been the lead researcher and recently lead writer for the State of Sustainable Fleets study since its inception in 2020. In 2022-2023, she served as GNA’s inaugural DEIA Committee Chair.

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit: Today’s Zero Emission Vehicle Products and Strategies

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Debbie Kalish, Vice President, Enterprise Sustainability, leads sustainability strategy for American Tire Distributors (ATD). Through a new sustainability business strategy, Debbie leads ATD in delivering new value and services to customers, suppliers, and stakeholders. Since joining ATD, the company is decarbonizing their fleet through expanded use of biofuels while transitioning to an electrified fleet. With sustainability leadership, the company is using their position and influence to have an outsized impact in decarbonizing their supply chain while launching broader decarbonization efforts. Joined by the full leadership team, ATD is driving more than 30 million tires to a better end of life outcome.

Prior to joining ATD, Debbie was Global Director of Sustainability for Ingersoll Rand, Inc. leading their sustainability strategy across all functions and businesses, issuing their first sustainability report, and developing supporting environmental, and social targets to improve performance.

Debbie began her career with Bechtel, the leading global engineering, construction, and project management firm, where she served in numerous roles.

Debbie is a graduate of Appalachian State University with a B.S., has a variety of sustainability certifications, and is an active member of multiple sustainability focused organizations.

• Breakout: Sustainability & Emissions Planning for Fleets

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Transportation industry veteran Rimas Kapeskas is President of Clean Cold Power, maker of cost-effective zero-emission transport refrigeration units (TRU) that are cleaner, quieter, and more efficient than diesel and other alternative technologies.

Prior to Clean Cold Power, Rimas spent 25-plus years on corporate staff at United Parcel Service. As Strategy Vice President and Managing Director of the UPS Strategic Enterprise Fund, he oversaw corporate venture capital investments in early/mid-stage start-up technology companies strategically relevant to the global transportation and logistics firm. Also, he directed R&D efforts for launching new business units, diversified service offerings, and new support technologies. Prior sales, marketing and operating roles included integrating acquired companies and new technologies in 20-plus countries during his career. Currently, he is an operating partner with Cambridge Capital and serves on boards of multiple private companies and non-profits.

• TRU Workshop – eTRU Trailer Tech Outlook

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Almas Kaptagayev Senior Manager, Energy & Sustainability at Lineage Logistics, the largest temperature-controlled cold storage and logistics company. Almas has +15 years of professional experience in technology driven business transformations. His current focus and interests are around conceptualizing strategic opportunities, innovating business models, designing, building, and launching digitally enabled solutions for energy transition. He specializes in Energy Transition Strategies & Transformations, Distributed Energy Resources, Energy Finance & Procurement, Sustainability Reporting, Data-driven Decision making & Analytics.

Graduated from MIT MBA, The Sloan School of Management.

• TRU Workshop – Market Readiness: Case Studies and Pathways to Scale Zero Emission TRUs

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 10:55 am

Manoj Karwa is the Head of Sales, EV Charging Systems BorgWarner. He has over 15 years of electric vehicle experience including infrastructure, electric drive, power electronics, and battery systems. Manoj has successfully managed the deployment of over 10,000 EVSEs, across four major automakers and nearly 3,000 dealerships. He has held management positions at EVBox, Leviton Manufacturing, General Motors, and Ricardo Consulting Engineers. Manoj’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue University and a master’s in business administration from University of Michigan.

• Breakout: Advancing Environmental Justice and Equity Through Fleet Transitions

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Hannah Kassabian is the utility planning and operations manager at Electrify America, the largest open direct current (DC) fast-charging network in the U.S. In this role, Hannah leads utility relationships nationwide as Electrify America expands its ultra-fast charging network. Since Hannah joined Electrify America in 2020, she has worked with over 200 utilities to streamline processes and reduce project timelines to help Electrify America advance toward 1,800 stations by 2026. Prior to joining Electrify America, Hannah worked at Dominion Energy as a Project Designer for 5 years.

• Navigating Your Utility Bootcamp – Streamline Electrification: The Customer Journey

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Keith Kerman is a Deputy Commissioner at the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) and NYC’s first Chief Fleet Officer, serving 50 agencies including NYPD, FDNY and DSNY. NYC operates the nation’s largest municipal fleet and the largest electric fleet and charging network in NY State. Keith’s manages shared service, Vision Zero, sustainability, preparedness, and risk initiatives.

Keith is a permanent civil servant in his 29th year including 17 with NYC Parks working from Central Park as Assistant Commissioner of Citywide Operations. Keith has served under four Mayors.

Keith is from Massachusetts and Harvard College. In 2019 Keith received the Sloan Public Service Award, referred to as the Nobel Prize of NY public service. In 2021, Keith received a national Climate Leadership Award from the Climate Registry, C2ES, and Bloomberg Philanthropies. In 2022, Keith received a Legendary Lifetime Achievement Award by a vote of his peers and awarded by Government Fleet Magazine.

• Breakout: Municipal & Refuse Fleets at the Cutting Edge

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Shawn Kerrigan, Ph.D., is the COO and Co-founder at Plus. Under his direction, the company is making transportation safer, easier, and more sustainable by developing a suite of autonomous driving solutions, from highly automated to fully autonomous.

Prior to Plus, Shawn was CTO and Co-founder of a hardware and software company in the solar industry. His earlier experience includes investment work at Bridgewater Associates, and strategy and operations work at McKinsey & Company.

Shawn earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He received his Master’s and Ph.D. in Engineering from Stanford University, where he conducted research across engineering and computer science, and first worked with artificial intelligence technology.

• Breakout: Autonomous – Developments in Piloting and Scaling Commercial Autonomous Vehicles

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Adam King serves as Business Development Manager for GM’s HYDROTEC Hydrogen Fuel Cell Business. He is responsible for identifying new markets for GM’s fuel cell technology both inside and outside of GM’s vehicle portfolio. He joined GM in 2015 and has held numerous roles supporting both battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Prior to the automotive industry, Adam worked in aerospace developing liquid fueled rocket engines for NASA programs. Adam has a B.S. in Materials Science Engineering from Michigan State University, an M.S. in Materials Engineering from the University of Southern California, and an MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time in Michigan’s beautiful outdoors with his wife and son.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Staying Ahead of the Curve: Emerging Vehicle Availability

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Chris King is responsible for eMobility strategic partnerships and strategic initiatives at Siemens, leading its partner ecosystem, related corporate development, and EV-related regulatory and policy activities. A serial entrepreneur, of his three start-ups, one IPO’d and another was bought by Siemens. Chris’s Board directorships have included Advanced Energy Economy, Smart Electric Power Association and Smart Energy Europe. He has testified before Congress, several states, and international policymakers on EV charging infrastructure, distributed energy resources, and smart grids. His advisory roles include technology start-ups and an energy-focused venture capital firm. He holds bachelors and master’s degrees in science and business from Stanford and a doctorate in law. He has received three U.S. patents in clean energy technologies.

• Breakout: Autonomous – Developments in Piloting and Scaling Commercial Autonomous Vehicles

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Jens Klink is Head of Product Management Emergency Vehicles and operation manager in fire service at the Berlin Fire Department (Germany). Jens and his team plan, procure, test, and put emergency vehicles into service for the Berlin fire department. He headed the “eLHF” project, which aimed to put the first modern electric fire engine into service for the Berlin fire department. In addition to the technical work, Jens is deployed as an operations manager for the fire service in the capital of Germany.

• Breakout: Municipal & Refuse Fleets at the Cutting Edge

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Robert and his brother, Dr. Ron Koelsch have been engineering and commercializing breakthrough microchip-based innovations for decades. AEM.green’s SolarTechTRU has been tested and tortured for over 11 years. It’s the only TRU that qualifies for zero emissions, and that has millions of miles of performance data proving its power, and its impressive ability to perform reliably for cold chain transport – It’s a TRU that has also eliminated the need for diesel fuel. Under usual conditions, the SolarTechTRU can even run without electricity at all. The company has been winning $10’s of millions in CARB CORE vouchers and WAIRE ESG credits for its customers – also wining Robert Alternative Energy Professional of the Year, 2 years in a row.

• TRU Workshop – eTRU Trailer Tech Outlook

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Paul LaClaire, Chief Supply Chain Officer Purchasing at Battle Motors, is an accomplished Supply Chain Executive with a passion for enhancing supply chains to support growth. He gained valuable experience working at Honeywell Aerospace, where he learned about large organizational structures. His time at Tesla taught him the importance of adaptability in a fast-paced environment. These experiences have helped him develop a solid foundation in all aspects of Supply Chain, leading him to new roles at Nikola Corporation and Battle Motors.

Paul LaClaire holds a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University Business School, with a specialization in Global Supply Chains. In addition to his successful career, Paul is a devoted father to four children, with a fifth child on the way. He enjoys spending quality time with his family, fishing, traveling, and experimenting with new smoking techniques for his smoker.

• Breakout: Municipal & Refuse Fleets at the Cutting Edge

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

With over two decades of experience, Robert Lane has expertise in product and business development in the commercial transportation industry. Since June of 2018, Mr. Lane has served as Wabash’s Vice President of Product Innovation. In 2011, Mr. Lane joined Wabash as the Director of Business Development. Prior to his time at Wabash, Mr. Lane spent ten years at Heil Trailer International as the Director of Product Development.

Mr. Lane holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He also earned his MBA from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 2003.

• TRU Workshop – eTRU Truck Tech Outlook

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Member of the Volvo Energy Executive Leadership Team since September 2021. With Volvo since 1997.

As of September 2021, Elisabeth Larsson is leading the Sales and Services area in Volvo Energy with the ambition to create a second life for used Volvo Group’s batteries into Battery Energy Storage Systems.
Elisabeth joined the Volvo Group in 1997 and has had several leading positions in Sales, Marketing and Logistics. Before joining Volvo Energy, Elisabeth was Managing Director for Volvo Trucks Southeast Asia in Singapore, responsible for 13 markets.

FACT Volvo Energy

Volvo Energy will drive circularity by both monitoring and optimizing batteries and securing charging infrastructure solutions for Volvo Group’s first life business scope, as well as repurposing batteries for second life business opportunities across different applications. Collaborations with various business partners and actors across the ecosystem will be key.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Session Keynote

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 9:45 am

Geneviève Latour is Vice President, Public Affairs, Communications, Marketing and International Partnerships at Propulsion Québec, the cluster for electric and smart transportation. Through trade missions, communication strategies and public policies, she supports Propulsion Québec’s ambitious roadmap of accelerating vehicle electrification, supporting businesses in the transition to EST and greening Quebec’s economy.

She was previously General Manager and Chief Advisor, Strategic Partnerships at Rio Tinto, a global leader in metal and mining. She brings over 20 years of experience in public affairs, corporate communication, strategic partnerships, and social responsibility with previous roles at Canada Post, Dairy Farmers of Canada, University of Sherbrooke, and Rio Tinto.

Genevieve is passionate about delivering long term social and economic benefits for Quebec and abroad. She holds a bachelor’s degree in communication and a master’s in education.

• GNA Funding Workshop – GNA Funding Workshop: How to Take Advantage of the Wide Variety of Local, Regional, State, and LCFS Funding

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Brianna Lawrence manages GNA’s Funding 360 Program, which delivers intelligence for more than 500 active incentive programs that support the development and deployment of advanced transportation technologies in the United States and Canada. With a background in private and corporate philanthropy, Brianna has nearly 10 years of experience in developing complex projects, preparing and reviewing applications, and managing project implementation. Brianna holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science from UCLA and a master’s degree in Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management from UNLV.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – Staying Ahead of the Regulations: Maximizing Funding and Planning

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

• GNA Funding Workshop – GNA Funding Workshop: How to Take Advantage of the Wide Variety of Local, Regional, State, and LCFS Funding

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Lena Luna is the Facility and Energy Manager for El Monte Union High School District with over 11 years in the energy industry across public education, local government, and the private sector. She is a Certified Energy Manager with the Association of Energy Engineers. Ms. Luna currently leads the $9.8 million CA Air Resources Board Clean Mobility in Schools Pilot Project working alongside school district leadership and staff, Gladstein Neandross & Associates, VMA Communications Inc., and the University of California Riverside’s Center for Environmental Research and Technology. She has been recognized as the 2022 Energy Leader of the Year by the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments. In her free time, she enjoys writing, photography, and going on desert/mountain adventures.

• Breakout: Scaling Electric School Bus Adoption

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – Off-Road: Warehouses, Cargo-Handling, Construction

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Ben Machol is the assistant director of the U.S. EPA, Region 9 Air and Radiation Division. He oversees offices in the Community and Partnerships Branch and has been with the agency for over 30 years. In prior years, Ben has served as the Senior Energy Advisor, Guam Program Manager, and had spent many years in EPA’s water programs, working with U.S. and Mexican officials to develop water and wastewater infrastructure along our border region. Ben is a licensed Professional Engineer, with a master’s degree in environmental engineering, and a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, both from University of California, Berkeley.

• GNA Funding Workshop – GNA Funding Workshop Federal Funding Discussion – Maximizing Federal Funds for Your Fleet

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

As senior executive with a passion for innovation and decarbonization, Juan Macias leads AlphaStruxure, a Carlyle and Schneider Electric joint venture. In this role, he enables organizations to achieve ambitious energy transformations by building microgrid infrastructure to solve their energy challenges and limit the impacts of climate change. Juan champions AlphaStruxure’s Energy as a Service business model of providing integrated energy infrastructure design, construction, ownership, operation, and maintenance ― without the need for upfront capital investments. Juan believes that this approach will accelerate the path to net-zero organizations.

Juan served as the Country President of Canada, SVP Energy, and Global SVP of Digital Energy at Schneider Electric. Juan has 20 years of experience at GE Digital Energy, GE Power, and ABB.

• Breakout: Microgrids and Nonutility Strategies for Fleet Electrification

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Bill Maddox is in charge of Product Management for Carrier Transicold. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE: CARR), a leading global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable, and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. Bill and his staff are responsible for investigating new technologies and trends, developing, and introducing new products, managing existing product lines, strategic planning, and regulatory review. Bill has worked for Carrier for more than 25 years in which he has held various positions in engineering, technical services, applications, and product management. Bill has an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering from Georgia Tech and a master’s in mechanical engineering from the University of Texas at Austin.

• TRU Workshop – eTRU Truck Tech Outlook

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Dr. Nadim Maluf is the chief executive officer and co-founder of Qnovo with 30+ years dedicated to engineering better experiences and products for others. Nadim’s vision for Qnovo is to enable the electrification revolution for people around the world. He has brought together a world-class team passionate about battery intelligence, blending chemistry with software for electric vehicles, energy storage and consumer electronics.

From his initial work as an entrepreneur-in-residence at U.S. Venture Partners to co-founding Qnovo, Nadim has nurtured adaptive charging from concepting to shipping products to customers. He has held various other leadership roles at LumaSense, Bookham, Stamford University, New Focus, and TRW Automotive.

Nadim holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University, a B.E. from American University of Beirut, and an M.S. from California Institute of Technology.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Getting the Most out of Your Battery: Understanding Battery Life & Health

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Ken Marko is the Fleet Sustainability Manager for US Foods, where he leads fleet sustainability initiatives to reduce emissions. He is currently leading a fleet electrification project adding electric tractors and infrastructure.

Ken previously worked at PepsiCo/Frito-Lay and was the project manager for a transformative sustainability project that introduced emerging zero- and near-zero emission technologies at Frito-Lay’s Modesto site including solar, EV charging, battery storage, electric trucks and the first customer installation of Tesla Semi charging stations.

Ken joined US Foods in 2022, after working at PepsiCo/Frito-Lay for 10 years, and Peterbilt Motors for 16 years. Ken has an extensive engineering background with a successful record of developing and executing strategic sustainability product initiatives in the trucking industry.

• EV Charging Event – EV Charging Event: MD/HD Charging: Fleet Case Study

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Anthony is responsible for the development of vehicle engineering specifications and maintenance procedures for the Transportation Fleet at UPS. The Transportation Fleet consists of Tractors, Trailers, and Converter Dolly. He oversees maintenance practices and vehicle disposals for the Non-Power Fleet and operations of Major Trailer Shops. He provides guidance to subsidiaries. He also represents UPS at Automotive Industry Events. He directly manages the Transportation Team Engineers and staff.

• Breakout: Vehicle and Infrastructure Maintenance – How Zero-Emission Technology is Altering Business Models

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Mike Marzahl is the President of XL Lifts, a Wiggins and World forklift authorized dealer. Founded in 2010 and located in Ventura, CA, XL Lifts specializes in zero- and low-emission forklifts. XL Lifts’ impressive client list includes some of the biggest industrial ports, manufacturers, marinas, government entities, and AG companies worldwide such as SSA Marine, Port of Stockton, Wallenius Wilhelmsen, Ports America, Marine Group and USS POSCO.

With deployed, large-capacity zero-emission forklifts throughout California, XL Lifts has extensive experience in grant-funded projects. Including, deploying CORE funded electric forklifts, deploying Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust funded forklifts, only forklift company selected for START.

Prior XL Lifts, Mike was the Director of Sales at Wiggins Lift Co., Inc. for over 15 years with extensive manufacturing experience.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – Off-Road: Warehouses, Cargo-Handling, Construction

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

David Mazaika is Chief Executive Officer of Coulomb Solutions Inc., the North American solution provider for CATL batteries and advanced EV components for electric transportation applications. He has over 25 years of experience in managing development and production of hybrid and electric drive systems for commercial vehicles. Prior to founding CSI, Mr. Mazaika held executive management positions in public and private firms including VP Advanced Vehicle Technologies for Ricardo Inc., Chief Operating Officer at Efficient Drivetrains Inc., Executive Director Strategic Development and Chief Operating Officer of Quantum Technology Inc., and CEO of ISE Corp. Mr. Mazaika has founded multiple high technology companies and has extensive experience in international business. Mr. Mazaika received his BSEE from Cornell and MBA from Pepperdine.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Next Generation Battery Technology: Tackling Scale & Demand

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Mark McGrew has been with Autocar since November 2021 and is the Vice President of EV Sales & Business Development. Mark works closely with Autocar’s National Accounts to help meet their sustainability objectives, along with other strategic partnerships in the Zero-Emission industry. He has worked in the transportation industry for the last 24 years and spent the past 13 years in the medium/heavy duty alternative fuel commercial truck industry. Mark’s experience over the past 13 years with alternative fuel vehicles, specifically electric, has given him a wealth of knowledge and experience to share with industry partners and prospective customers. He resides with his wife and two children in the Greater Boston, MA area.

• Breakout: Driving to Zero Emissions with Cargo and Material Handling Equipment

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Matt McLelland is the vice president of sustainability and innovation for Covenant Logistics (NASDAQ: CVLG), a premium service provider of transportation and warehousing services with focus on expedited delivery, temperature-controlled products, regional, and long-haul delivery. McLelland is responsible for leading all sustainability, CSR, and ESG initiatives and working with customers to help them achieve their Scope 3 initiatives. His primary focus is decarbonization of the class 8 trucking space with emphasis on initiatives around electrification, autonomous vehicles, alternative fuels, aerodynamics, and meeting with new startups in an on-going effort to guiding Covenant’s strategy of providing more affordable, safer, and sustainable delivery of products to our customers. McLelland regularly speaks at different national and regional events on supply chain trends and innovation.

• Breakout: Shippers and Carriers Driving Towards Increased Sustainability and Net Zero

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Parker drives strategic planning, execution, measurement, and management of Hyzon’s global operations, providing structure and accountability as the team works to decarbonize the future of transport. Stewarding the success of Hyzon’s leadership, functional and regional teams, and driving rigorous business performance evaluation are his key priorities for Hyzon in 2023. His wide-ranging experience in traditional energy, decarbonization and energy transition, infrastructure, finance, among many others, has allowed him to serve clients globally.

Previous positions include P&L responsibilities for TRC Companies, partner with McKinsey & Company, as well as managing partner of the McKinsey’s Houston office. Parker holds an MBA from Rice University and a B.S. in electrical engineering, from Columbia University.

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Fleets: The Future of Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Damiano MICELLI, 60 years old, graduated in Mechanical Engineering, began his professional career at the FIAT Research Center in 1989 in Turin (Italy). Over the years he held various positions in the FIAT and FCA organization with increasing responsibilities: Engine Design, Mechanical Engineering, Director of Petrol Engine Research and Director of Engine Platforms EMEA were the main areas of responsibility.

After 30 years within the FCA organization he moved in April 2019 to Metatron as CEO of the company; with the acquisition by the Landi Renzo Group (LRG) in 2021, he becomes CTO of LRG also supporting the OEM business in general.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Fleet Operations: Hydrogen’s Evolving Role in Transportation

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Rick Mihelic is NACFE’s Director Emerging Technologies. He has authored NACFE Guidance Reports on electric, hydrogen fuel cell and other alternative fuel medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Other reports include technology Confidence Reports and insights on efficiency, aerodynamics, platooning, regional haul and production. President of Mihelic Vehicle Consulting LLC he has 41 years’ experience in the trucking and aerospace industries including 20 years in commercial vehicle development for PACCAR and Peterbilt. He received the 2016 SAE L. Ray Buckendale Award and 2020 SAE Crawford award. He is an associate editor for the SAE Journal of Commercial Vehicles and active member of multiple SAE and TMC groups.

• TRU Workshop – eTRU Truck Tech Outlook

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Rob has nearly two decades in the automotive industry, including 12 years with General Motors in the areas of sales and marketing. His experience includes sales to fleet customers and fleet management companies. In his current role at Geotab, he is responsible for developing Geotab’s connected car strategy and development with OEMs, EV makers, car/rideshare companies, and others. Geotab currently has 3.1 million connected vehicles on its platform.

Rob is a cancer survivor and underwent a life-saving stem cell transplant to combat a very rare form of lymphoma. He volunteers with the Be The Match organization to recruit more stem cell donors and share his experience with others who are considering a transplant themselves.

Rob and his family reside in Orlando, Florida.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Operational Improvements: Leveraging Vehicle Automation and Connected Tech in Existing Fleets

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Roy Molter is Head of Marketing Communications, Commercial Vehicle Solutions – Americas, ZF Group. He is responsible for driving brand awareness and supporting sales growth through key market initiatives in North America, including advertising and digital marketing campaigns, public relations, trade shows and customer events.

Roy’s tenure with ZF marketing spans nearly 20 years in a variety of roles, most recently as Global Technology Marketing Communications Manager for the Driveline Systems Group. Before that, he served as Global Marketing Manager, focused on market research and brand-building activities. Roy earned his BA in Visual Communications from Purdue University and his MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Operational Improvements: Leveraging Vehicle Automation and Connected Tech in Existing Fleets

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Justina Morosin is Vice President, General Manager of IC Bus, a wholly owned subsidiary of Navistar. She has been leading the transformation of people transportation since November 2022. Navistar has a vision to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility and as a recognized school bus industry leader, IC Bus is at the forefront.

Morosin’s career of 23 years has been in transportation. Her experience includes 18 years with Navistar in various roles under Commercial Operations. Prior to her current role, she served as Vice President, Commercial Transformation.

Morosin is a dynamic business leader and a catalyst for change. She currently serves as elected President of the Navistar Employee Resource Group Women in Navistar (WIN) and was named a 2021 “Top Woman to Watch in Transportation” by Women in Trucking’s Redefining the Road magazine.

• Breakout: Getting the Most Out of Vehicle to Grid Technologies

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Tom is responsible for the development of hydrogen-powered business models for heavy-duty mobility applications like trucks, trains, ships, and buses. In his time at Shell, Tom has launched North America’s first network of hydrogen truck stations, integrated the hydrogen midstream, and won grant funding for future infrastructure deployments. Before Shell, Tom worked in private wealth management and in startups, including Lyft and TrueCar. He is a mentor at Thrive Scholars and holds degrees in Economics and Management from Claremont McKenna College and UCLA Anderson. On the weekends, you can find him at The Motoring Club, beach, or Papa Cristo’s Taverna in Los Angeles.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Fleet Operations: Hydrogen’s Evolving Role in Transportation

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Mitesh Naik is Peterbilt Motors Company Director of Product Planning. He has been with PACCAR, Inc for over 18 years and began his career as a Design Engineer at Peterbilt. Over the course of his career Mitesh has held six positions, which include leadership of both Sales Operations and Medium Duty Sales for Peterbilt. He was promoted to his current role in August of 2022.
Mitesh holds a MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington and an MBA from Texas Christian University.

He lives with his wife Shital and two Children, Ish and Aayu in the Denton, Texas area. In his personal time, he enjoys family, sports, travel, and the outdoors.

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit: Today’s Zero Emission Vehicle Products and Strategies

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Nader Nasr is senior vice president of engineering leading the corporate technology team at Oshkosh. Nader leads software, electronics, powertrain, modeling, simulation, and industrial design teams along with the advanced engineering teams working on autonomy controls and data science. He currently heads the corporate electrification strategy team working to accelerate electric vehicle technology implementation across the enterprise.

Previous roles and accomplishments include launching connected products strategy for telematics and data analytics; chief engineer and principal investigator for numerous military programs focused on hybridization, onboard power generation and fuel efficiency; chief powertrain engineer for Oshkosh’s diesel electric Light Combat Tactical Vehicle (LCTV), the first electric military vehicle to complete the Baja 1000 race. Nader holds over 25 patents related to electric vehicles, controls, and powertrain technologies.

• Breakout: Municipal & Refuse Fleets at the Cutting Edge

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Wayne Nastri was unanimously appointed by the South Coast AQMD Governing Board as Executive Officer in December 2016, after serving as Acting Executive Officer since April 2016. In addition to serving as Executive Officer of the South Coast AQMD, Wayne is also on the Board of Directors for the California Air Pollution Control Officers Association, the National Association of Air Quality Agencies (where he Co-Chairs the Criteria Pollutants Committee), and the Environmental Professionals Network. Previously in his career, he served from Oct. 2001 through Jan. 2009 as U.S. EPA’s Regional Administrator for Region 9 – Southwest Region, which has jurisdiction over California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii and the Pacific Islands. In that position, he was responsible for policy development and operations, exercising management oversight for nearly 1,000 employees and an annual budget exceeding $700 million. He worked closely with the public, industry, and all levels of government in a wide variety of voluntary pollution prevention programs and energy conservation efforts, including development of diesel emission reduction efforts through development and implementation of the West Coast Diesel Collaborative, in which South Coast AQMD actively participates. Mr. Nastri testified on behalf of the Administration before the Senate for passage of the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act. He also worked with members of Congress on the Congressional ratification on the IMO Annex VI which allowed for the designation of an Emission Control area off of the coast of the United States. This paved the way for use of cleaner fuels for ocean going vessels and improved public health. Mr. Nastri also focused Region 9 efforts on development of strategies to address emissions associated with ocean-going vessels and marine ports.

Before his federal position, he served as the Governor’s Appointee on the South Coast AQMD Governing Board from Aug. 1997 to Aug. 1998.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Nastri served on Cal/EPA’s Site Mitigation External Advisory Committee for the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), the Zero-Emission Vehicle Implementation Advisory Committee for the California Air Resources Board, and the Site Manager’s Advisory Committee for the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA). He also served as the Legislative Director for the California Environmental Business Council.

In his earlier private sector experience, Mr. Nastri served as co-president of E4 Strategic Solutions, Inc., a government relations consulting firm focused on negotiating mutually effective solutions for complex environmental & energy issues faced by regulatory authorities, elected officials, and executive management at local, state and federal levels. Earlier employments also include: Senior Vice President and Co-Chair of the Energy & Environment Practice of Capitol Management; Sr. Vice-President of Dutko Worldwide; President of Environmental Mediation, Inc., and Vice President, Environmental Affairs of the Jefferson Group in Washington D.C.

Mr. Nastri holds a bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from the University of California, Irvine.

• Mainstage Session: South Coast AQMD Opening Remarks

  Monday, May 1 — 3:15 pm to 3:30 pm

Neil Navin is chief clean fuels officer for Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas), a Sempra regulated California utility. He oversees SoCalGas’ comprehensive portfolio of clean energy strategies, innovations, and projects to support the utility’s role as a long-term leader enabling California’s clean energy future. Navin’s focus is on delivering tangible innovations and projects in new and growing markets, including renewable natural gas, hydrogen, and fuel cells, all of which are aligned to SoCalGas’ mission, strategy and sustainability plan.

Previously, Navin was vice president of clean energy innovations for SoCalGas.

Navin sits on the boards of Housing Works and Friends of Ballona Wetlands. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from McGill University in Montréal, Québec, Canada.

• Hydrogen Workshop – The Hydrogen Supply Chain: Production, Distribution, Storage

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Alex Nicholas is the vice president of Operations for MHX, a multi-facility transload and last-mile logistics company, providing leadership and oversite of the day-to-day operations as well as the start-up and integration of new opportunities central to the company’s growth strategy. This includes the development and execution of MHX’s Zero Emission Vehicle Strategy.

Throughout Alex’s career, he has always gravitated towards growth opportunities where start-ups and streamlining existing operations were critical to the organization’s success, including the likes of Fender Musical Instruments, Tubular Transport & Logistics & Budway Enterprises.

Alex earned his MBA from the University of Southern California, and his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Arizona.

• Infrastructure & Vehicle Procurement Workshop – Infrastructure & Vehicles: Investing in Your Fleet Operations

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Member of the Volvo Energy Executive Leadership Team since August 2021. With Volvo since 2000.

As of August 2021, Kristina Nilsson heads the functional area of Charging and Infrastructure Solutions in Volvo Energy that will strengthen the Volvo Group’s customer offer for charging infrastructure. Kristina also carries the Group’s responsibility for hydrogen infrastructure solutions for fuel cell electric vehicles.

Kristina started in the Volvo Group 2000 and have had several positions in technology, service market and Strategy. Before joining Volvo Energy, Kristina served as Vice President Vehicle Engineering covering the Global responsibility and modularization for the Volvo Group as one of many areas.

FACT Volvo Energy

Volvo Energy will drive circularity by both monitoring and optimizing batteries and securing charging infrastructure solutions for Volvo Group’s first life business scope, as well as repurposing batteries for second life business opportunities across different applications. Collaborations with various business partners and actors across the ecosystem will be key.

• EV Charging Event – EV Charging Event: Session Keynote – The Next Generation of Charging Technology for Fleets

  Thursday, May 4 — 9:45 am to 10:00 am

Göran Nyberg is Executive Vice President, Commercial Operations of Navistar, Inc. He is responsible for the sales and marketing areas of the business.

Prior to his current role, Nyberg was Executive Member for Sales and Customer Solutions at MAN, where he successfully managed the realignment of the Sales division and launched its new generation of trucks.

Nyberg has a vast history in the commercial vehicle industry. Prior to MAN, Nyberg spent time with Volvo Group, initially as Managing Director of Volvo Sweden in 2003, followed by international positions in management in Malaysia, Thailand and the United Kingdom. Most recently, he joined Volvo Trucks North America in 2012 as President, where he spearheaded the transformative commercial operations process leading to one of the most diversified customer bases in the North American commercial vehicle market.

Nyberg holds a degree in mechanical engineering and has completed extra-occupational programs for management and leadership at European level.

• Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit – Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Fleets: Session Keynote 

  Thursday, May 4 — 9:45 am to 10:00 am

Scott Offerman is the U.S. Director of Marketing at Lion Electric, an innovative manufacturer of zero-emission school buses and urban trucks, where he leads all facets of marketing and communications nationwide. With over 25+ years as a senior marketing leader in the commercial trucking industry, Scott manages North American Product, Pricing and Sales Enablement initiatives for Lion Electric. Scott first gained experience in the commercial medium- and heavy-duty truck industry working as an OEM Senior Product Specialist. Scott most recently worked at Hino Trucks, where he led product marketing for the companies’ all-electric prototypes and end-to-end EV infrastructure strategy, partnerships, and solutions for both medium- and heavy-duty product lines. Scott has a passion for educating others and helping with their transition to environmental sustainability. In his spare time Scott enjoys spending time with his family and exploring the great outdoors of Michigan.

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit: Today’s Zero Emission Vehicle Products and Strategies

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Tyler Ohlmansiek is the director of E-Mobility sales at Mack Trucks. He’s been in the waste and recycling industry for more than 12 years, with a specific focus on the equipment sector. Driven by emerging technologies and creating connections, he takes pride in bringing new and old customers into the electromobility space. As the director of E-Mobility Sales, he is anchored in furthering the adoption of fleet electrification and helping to build a stronger ecosystem to support this expansion across North America.

• Breakout: Municipal & Refuse Fleets at the Cutting Edge

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Tucker Perkins is the president and chief executive officer of the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), a Washington D.C.-based nonprofit which invests in the research and development of propane-powered innovation, and promotes the safe, efficient use of propane through safety training and education programs. Perkins joined PERC in 2015 as Chief Business Development Officer and was promoted to Chief Operating Officer before the Council named him President and CEO in 2018. A Virginia Tech graduate with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Perkins earned his MBA from the University of Richmond. He is active with many industry organizations including the National Propane Gas Association, the Industrial Truck Association, the Outdoor Power institute, and the World LP Gas Association. Perkins is a dynamic and relatable leader who has amplified propane’s voice in the national energy conversation as a frequent keynote speaker on energy-related topics.

Tucker is also host of the podcast, Path to Zero, in which he engages energy thought leaders in provocative discussions regarding energy and the environment and the path to zero carbon emissions.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Driving Emissions Reductions: Renewable Fuels and Technologies

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Dr. Joseph K. Lyou believes everyone has the right to breathe clean air. He serves as President and CEO of the Coalition for Clean Air, a state-wide organization dedicated to protecting public health, improving air quality, and preventing climate change. Dr. Lyou has spent more than 30 years helping California’s most polluted communities with environmental protection issues.

Dr. Lyou also serves as a Commissioner on the California Transportation Commission (CTC), an independent public agency that allocates more than $5 billion annually for transportation projects in California.

Dr. Lyou served as a member of the South Coast Air Quality Management District Governing Board from 2007 to 2019.

• Breakout: Advancing Environmental Justice and Equity Through Fleet Transitions

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Jacqueline has worked for more than a decade reframing electric vehicles as Distributed Energy Resources in regulatory and market spaces. She has a Master’s Degree from the University of Delaware, where she worked with ISOs and utilities to consider how some of the first Vehicle-to-Grid prototypes could be integrated into existing energy and ancillary services markets. This year she joined The Mobility House to help streamline use of EV automated load management technologies in the United States to mitigate the need for infrastructure upgrades as EV market share increases.

• EV Charging Event – EV Charging Event: MD/HD Charging: Fleet Case Study

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Michael “Mike” Plasencia is Managing Director of RyderVentures and New Product Strategy at Ryder System, Inc. He is responsible for coordinating the ideation and creation of new products in the Ryder pipeline along with developing the business cases for bringing new products to market across Ryder’s key business segments. Mike also leads operations for RyderVentures, Ryder’s $50M Corporate Venture Capital Fund. Mike previously has held roles at Ryder within Finance, Operations, and Corporate Strategy. Prior to Ryder, Mike held various roles within the Industrial Engineering function at UPS and several startup ventures. Mike has an MBA from Harvard Business School and a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, cum laude, from the University of Miami.

• Breakout: Autonomous – Developments in Piloting and Scaling Commercial Autonomous Vehicles

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Gregory Poilasne is Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Nuvve, a global cleantech innovator electrifying the planet through its intelligent energy platform. Nuvve’s vehicle-to-grid (V2G) software allows electric vehicles and fleets to provide excess electricity stored in their batteries back to the grid for zero-emissions power that can improve grid reliability and provide revenue for the fleet owner. Poilasne has more than 20 years of telecommunications experience, spanning technology development, marketing, sales, and customer support as well as business operations at companies such as DockOn and Ethertronics. Poilasne brings an entrepreneurial and global mindset to Nuvve drawing on his MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and Ph.D. in Electronic Engineering from the University of Rennes, France.

• Breakout: Getting the Most Out of Vehicle to Grid Technologies

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Jonathan is responsible for BYD’s national fleet sales of medium and heavy-duty trucks. Prior to his current role, he was the national sales manager for BYD Canada. He brings with him over 15 years of fleet sales experience in segments including passenger cars and commercial vans.

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit: Today’s Zero Emission Vehicle Products and Strategies

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Adam is Senior Business Development Specialist for Renewable Fuels in Chevron’s Americas Products business, a position he assumed in Nov 2020.

Since joining Chevron’s MBA Development Program in 2012, Adam’s experiences have included roles in lubricants pricing, retail fuel sales, carbon and biofuels strategy, Asia joint ventures and affiliates, commercial fuel sales, and value chain optimization in California and Singapore.

Prior to Chevron, he held several roles at Tetra Tech over 10 years, with experience in transportation infrastructure planning, engineering, and construction primarily on the US West Coast.

Adam was born in California and holds a BS in Civil Engineering from California Polytechnic University Pomona and an MBA from UC Berkeley. He is a registered Professional Engineer in California.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Emerging Applications: Next Generation Engines and Technologies

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Terry Rivers leads vehicle services training for Cox Automotive Mobility Fleet Services, where he oversees the company’s FleeTec Academy, an intensive, hands-on residence training program designed to teach truck maintenance and repair skills from the ground up. A passionate advocate of the electrified fleet future, Rivers is also focused on growing electric commercial fleet adoption, overseeing the company’s Advanced EV Training Center and ICE to EV conversion capabilities.

• Breakout: Vehicle and Infrastructure Maintenance – How Zero-Emission Technology is Altering Business Models

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Jason Roanhouse was named Vice President, North American Bandag Operations, Bridgestone Mobility Solutions (BMS) on January 1, 2023. In this role, Jason leads operations for Bandag’s retread business in North America, including franchise support, research & development, and equipment and mold manufacturing. Jason collaborates closely with Truck & Bus Radial and BMS Customer Success teams to ensure delivery of business results and provide a seamless retreading experience for fleets and dealers.

Jason started his career with Bridgestone in 2000 and has held several roles spanning sales, marketing, technology, and operations. Most recently he served as Executive Director of Bandag Operations from 2020 to present.

Jason studied Business and Marketing at Northern Arizona University and completed his undergraduate work at University of Phoenix.

• Beyond Electric: Next Generation Powertrains and Low Carbon Fuels – Emerging Applications: Next Generation Engines and Technologies

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Carlo A. Rodriguez is Group Director, EVs and Advanced Vehicle Technology at Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), headquartered in Miami, Florida. Ryder is a leading logistics and transportation company, which provides fleet management, supply chain, and dedicated transportation solutions, including, full-service leasing, maintenance, commercial truck rental, and used vehicle sales to some of the world’s most-recognized brands. Carlo started at Ryder in 2006 as an in-house attorney, then after a decade serving in Ryder’s Law Department, he joined his clients on the business side in product management, holding a few roles of increasing responsibility. Carlo currently is part of Ryder’s New Products division and leads Ryder’s EV business.

• Breakout: Sustainability & Emissions Planning for Fleets

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Jason Roycht joined Nikola in November 2019 and currently serves as the Global Head of FCEV Market Development at Nikola, leading the strategy and execution for the fuel-cell truck deployment. Prior to Nikola, Jason worked for Robert Bosch LLC where he led the Commercial Vehicle and Off-Road business unit for North America. During his 20 years’ at Bosch, Jason served in various leadership positions in the technical business development area for both the US and German markets. Jason was also recognized by Automotive News as a rising star in 2018 for his efforts in the transformation towards electrification and autonomy for Bosch’s Commercial Vehicles and had served on the Nikola Board of Directors from 2018 to 2019.

Jason is a graduate of Kettering University Mechanical Engineering program and is a member of Dean’s Advisory Council for the College of Engineering with key industry leaders who are assisting the university to enhance the co-op programs, on-campus research programs, and course curriculum.

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Fleets: The Future of Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

George Rubin joined Loop Energy in 2020 as Managing Director, Commercial Strategy, and was promoted to Chief Commercial Officer soon after. As a seasoned technology executive, George oversees Loop Energy’s business development, sales, and marketing activities. He identifies strategic opportunities to advance hydrogen fuel cell electrification and matches fuel cell solutions with customers’ desired applications. Along with helping Loop Energy enter various new markets, including Australia, Colombia, and South Korea, George Rubin has been fundamental to progressing customers through Loop Energy’s Customer Adoption Cycle. He played an important role in securing Loop Energy’s largest fuel cell supply agreement with the electric truck manufacturer, Tevva Motors in 2022.
George Rubin’s previous experience includes growing clean technology companies, including Day4Energy, where he grew the company to 265 employees and sales in excess of $350 million in seven years.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Staying Ahead of the Curve: Emerging Vehicle Availability

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Zack Ruderman is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Orange EV. He is responsible for accelerating adoption of the company’s market-leading EV terminal tractors, as one of the best, most proven applications of heavy-duty electric trucks available. He joined Orange EV in 2021, bringing over 20 years of experience turning around and growing brands, categories, and businesses. His sales, marketing, and general management experience comes from leadership roles in public companies like General Mills, and privately held businesses, too. He’s a native of Detroit, Michigan, he holds 3 Bachelor’s Degrees from Michigan State University, and earned his MBA from Harvard Business School.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – Off-Road: Warehouses, Cargo-Handling, Construction

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Lance Sabo serves as Head of Global Support and SVP of Service in the Americas for ABB E-mobility. For almost two decades, Lance has held a multitude of responsibilities within ABB, spending five years leading Motion Service in North America, focusing on medium voltage applications and complex system integration activities.

This past year, Lance was placed in charge of ABB E-mobility’s service for the Americas, as well as global support management for centralized support desks in Europe, Americas, and Asia Pacific. In this role, he oversees mission critical services in a high paced, zero down-time environment.
Lance received his B.B.A. from Baker College and resides in Michigan where he is a profi-cient student of both Brazilian jiu Jitsu and kickboxing.”

• Breakout: Vehicle and Infrastructure Maintenance – How Zero-Emission Technology is Altering Business Models

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Greg Sarvas is an Electrical Engineer for the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), the nation’s largest municipal utility. His team oversees LADWP’s Electric Transportation Program, promoting EV charging station installations by developing incentive programs and establishing partnerships with public and private agencies. In his 9 years with LADWP, Greg has worked in distribution system design, solar program development, and was a project manager with LA100, a study by the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) to determine pathways for Los Angeles to achieve a 100% clean energy future. Prior to LADWP, Greg spent over a decade leading technical projects at Disneyland and other entertainment venues in the greater Los Angeles area. Greg earned his bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Cal State Fullerton, and an MBA from USC.

• Breakout: Getting the Most Out of Vehicle to Grid Technologies

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Rebecca Schenker is a Senior Director at Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA), where she manages regulatory strategy and fleet compliance for California and beyond. Rebecca has over 18 years of experience helping fleets, OEMs, utilities, and NGO clients navigate the regulatory and funding landscape in California’s rapidly changing clean vehicle marketplace. She has successfully built emerging markets for electric and clean vehicle technologies throughout the United States, helping clients: identify high-growth potential markets with favorable policies; secure over $150 million in grant funding; communicate environmental and economic benefits to corporate, agency, and community stakeholders; and develop technical and implementation partnerships to ensure project success.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – On-Road: Trucking Regulations and Your Fleet

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 10:55 am

Russell is the Director of Digital Products at InCharge Energy. He leads development efforts for the InControl charger management system, a software platform designed to simplify and automate electric vehicle charging for fleets.

Russell is passionate about sustainability and fascinated by the intersection of software and hardware, with 19 years of experience in software development, networked devices, and IoT. He has led teams that launched apps for EVgo and AT&T, after having sold his own VoIP and network services company to Cisco principals in 2015.

Russell holds a BA in economics from Harvard University and MS in Integrated Design, Business and Technology from the University of Southern California.

• Breakout: Microgrids and Nonutility Strategies for Fleet Electrification

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Matt Schrap currently holds the position of CEO for the Harbor Trucking Association. He has been featured on several national news outlets including 60 Minutes, ABC Nightly News, Fox News, PBS News Hour, Bloomberg TV, and a host of others discussing drayage, trucking industry issues, regulatory policy and efficiency constraints. Prior to joining HTA, Matt was VP of Government Programs for the Velocity Vehicle Group, the world’s largest commercial truck dealership network where he worked on air quality regulatory policy and incentive opportunities for Heavy Duty trucks operating in California. Before his time at VVG, Matt was the Director of Environmental affairs for the California Trucking Association. He holds an MPPA from CSULB and a BA in Government from CSUS.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – On-Road: Trucking Regulations and Your Fleet

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 10:55 am

Toby co-founded Vantage Power as CTO and has been active in the development of electrified commercial vehicle systems for over a decade. Initially developing the first retrofittable series hybrid systems for double-deck buses in London, his team have innovated across areas spanning battery systems, powertrain and vehicle controls, system and vehicle integration as well as advanced data collection. Now as Managing Director, Innovation & Technology Strategies, he leads the R&D site in London, UK, as a wholly owned subsidiary of Allison Transmission. Passionate about sustainability and the drive to improve air quality, he started his journey into electrification whilst completing his Masters in Mechanical Engineering at Imperial College in London.

• Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit – Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit: Today’s Zero Emission Vehicle Products and Strategies 

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Kevin leads federal, state and local advocacy at TRSA, the association for the linen, uniform and facility services industry, which has 20,000+ delivery vehicles on U.S. roads delivering clean textiles to businesses and government. In the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Kevin was instrumental in prompting government to recognize the industry as an essential service. Previously Kevin was a presidential appointee, serving in the George W. Bush administration at the Department of Labor on OSHA, Wage & Hour, and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issues. He was Federal Legislative Director, National Association of Home Builders, for environmental policy, dealing with such issues as the Clean Water Act and Clean Air Act.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – On-Road: Trucking Regulations and Your Fleet

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 10:55 am

Amy Senter is Vice President, Global Sustainability for Martin Brower. In this role, she sets the global sustainability strategy for Martin Brower across its 18 markets, including overseeing the execution of the company’s net zero commitments, renewable electricity and fleet conversion strategy, and circular waste solutions. She also oversees global sustainability data management and reporting.

Before Martin Brower, Ms. Senter was the Global Director, Food & Finance for the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, and the Vice President & Chief Sustainability Officer at Kellogg Company, where she worked in various sustainability roles for nearly ten years.

Ms. Senter received Bachelor’s of Science in Environmental Science and a Master’s of Science in Environmental Policy, both from the University of Michigan.

• Breakout: Sustainability & Emissions Planning for Fleets

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

As Head of Energy Services at Electrify America, Jigar is responsible for the company’s energy portfolio corresponding to more than 3,500 individual ultra-fast DC chargers across over 800 Electrify America public charging stations. This includes leveraging 30 MW+ of deployed energy storage to manage electricity costs, engaging with utilities and energy markets on policy and rate structures, minimizing Electrify America’s energy carbon footprint, as well as addressing vehicle-grid integration matters. Jigar was recently named as a Rising Star in the EV Industry by Business Insider for 2022. Jigar has a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, with a minor in Business, from Cornell University, and a Master of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering from Princeton University.

• Battery Tech Workshop – Next Generation Battery Technology: Tackling Scale & Demand

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Chris Shimoda is the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs for the California Trucking Association. He has been with CTA since 2007. Chris manages the legislative, political, regulatory and public affairs work for nation’s largest statewide trade association representing trucking and serves on the Association’s executive management team. Throughout his career Chris has worked with the California legislature and agencies including the California Air Resources Board and California Highway Patrol on the development and implementation of major programs impacting the trucking industry. He is a graduate of UC Davis.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – Staying Ahead of the Regulations: Maximizing Funding and Planning

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Shust handles medium duty business unit growth and profitability. Utilizing her broad foundation of knowledge and experience, she helps develop solutions and services for customers entering the electrification journey.

Starting off as a project engineer, she progressed through a variety of roles, including pricing, product planning, marketing, order to delivery and variable margin management. Attributing nearly 37 years of various experience at Navistar.

Shust has had responsibilities within analysis and pricing on major components for truck products, marketing activities related to heavy, on-highway products, strategic product planning for the on-highway segment, and overseeing and delivering product plans, cost reduction and complexity reduction initiatives for medium duty.

Shust holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan.

• Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit – Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit: Today’s Zero Emission Vehicle Products and Strategies 

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Brandy Sickler is the Asset Manager for ConGlobal, North America’s leading operator of intermodal, finished vehicle, and depot service terminals. Brandy has over 15 years of experience managing fleets and intermodal assets, including the end-to-end equipment lifecycle.

Brandy works with cross-functional teams throughout ConGlobal to assist with obtaining cost-effective options for future fleet needs while ensuring that we maintain operational performance.

Brandy is spearheading the modernization of ConGlobal’s fleet while creating a sustainable replacement program with zero-emission EVs. Her fleet expertise is instrumental in pre-planning, writing specifications, purchasing, up-fitting, preventative maintenance, and transitioning equipment to its next useful purpose.

Brandy holds a Bachelor of Science Industrial Management degree from Purdue University.

• Breakout: Driving to Zero Emissions with Cargo and Material Handling Equipment

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Kevin Slusser is a Senior Hydrogen Systems Engineer at Daimler Truck North America in the Advanced Engineering team. In his role, he is responsible for Hydrogen systems and safety with compressed and liquid hydrogen systems on future product. He is currently working on the DOE SuperTruck 3 project creating a long-haul hydrogen fuel cell powered demonstrator vehicle capable of 600+ miles of range. He has over 15 years of fuel system experience and holds a MBA from Oakland University and BSME from Kettering University.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Fleet Operations: Hydrogen’s Evolving Role in Transportation

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Britton Smith is the Senior Vice President, Electrification and Chief Strategy Officer at Blue Bird Corporation (NASDAQ: BLBD), a leading American brand in electric and low-emission school buses. With over 20 years of leadership experience across manufacturing, industrial, healthcare, and financial services sectors, Smith is responsible for further strengthening Blue Bird ‘s position in electric-powered school buses, expanding their EV ecosystem, and establishing strategic partnerships. Previously, he was the Director of Strategy and Deal Advisory at KPMG and held executive roles at DFC Global Corp and McKinsey & Company. Smith holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from Harvard Business School and a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with Highest Distinction from the United States Naval Academy.

• Breakout: Scaling Electric School Bus Adoption

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Ethan serves as the SVP of Sales, Marketing, & Regulatory of FreeWire. FreeWire is an industry leader in ultra-fast EV charging and energy management solutions solving grid infrastructure constraints and supporting the global transition to electric vehicles. Ethan leads the company’s efforts to achieve its strategic objectives, which encompass expanding revenue, devising go-to-market strategies, raising brand awareness, and expanding into new verticals. Prior to joining FreeWire, Ethan held sales management, business development, and regulatory policy positions in several energy-related companies, including Kevala, Inc., Spruce (Formerly Clean Power Finance), NRG Residential Solar Solutions, and Sunrun. He holds a B.A. in Law and Politics from the University of California at Santa Cruz and an M.S. in Journalism from Columbia University

• Breakout: Building the Future with Electric Construction Equipment

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Nate has nearly 20 years of experience in transportation and sustainability. He leads GNA’s sustainability and Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) practice to advise companies on setting goals, building strategies, and communicating results. Nate launched and runs the ACT Fleet Forum of top fleets who share best practice on clean tech and the State of Sustainable Fleets, the first neutral resource for fleet owners on leading sustainable fuel and vehicle technologies. Previously he managed more than 50 corporate sustainability projects with Fortune 500 companies and led global initiatives on clean vehicles and shipping. Nate is fluent in Spanish and holds an MBA with High Distinction and an MS in Natural Resources from the University of Michigan.

• Clean Fuel Vehicle Bootcamp – Next Generation Fleets: Environment, Efficiency, Economics

  Monday, May 1 — 9:00 am to 10:45 am

• Breakout: Shippers and Carriers Driving Towards Increased Sustainability and Net Zero

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Matt Srnec is a Principal Engineer for Thermo King Americas. In this role, he leads projects to develop new technology and systems for transport refrigeration. In 2012, Matt joined Thermo King as an engineer in Thermo King Aftermarket. His projects included both sustaining engineering and new product development including wireless sensors, solar technology, and power management. Prior to joining Thermo King, Matt was a mobile systems manager at XATA Corporation and provided technical leadership for complex, integrated mobile telematics solutions for commercial transportation. Matt is a member of the Technology Maintenance Council and of SAE, working in the SAE Truck and Bus Electrical Systems Committee. Matt earned his BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.

• TRU Workshop – Market Readiness: Case Studies and Pathways to Scale Zero Emission TRUs

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 10:55 am

With over 40-years of experience in the management of transportation equipment, Gregg Stumbaugh brings a wealth of knowledge to his role at Biagi Bros, Inc. Founded in 1978, Biagi Bros Inc. is a family-owned full service 3PL, warehousing and transportation company specializing in the beverage industry. Prior to his 15 years at Biagi Bros, Inc. Gregg began his career as a journeyman machinist and subassembly manager at a major trailer manufacturer and held several positions with Peterbilt. Gregg is based in Napa, California.

• Hydrogen Workshop – Fleet Operations: Hydrogen’s Evolving Role in Transportation

  Monday, May 1 — 9:45 am to 10:55 am

Preeti Subramanian is Senior Product Manager – Truck at Thermo King Americas. Preeti is responsible for leading product requirements, technical and commercial validation, as well as promotional strategy and marketing leadership for new product development in the temperature-controlled transport solution space. She is dedicated to building relationships with industry partners in the electrification of new products to help organizations achieve their decarbonization goals. Ms. Subramanian received her bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Engineering.

• TRU Workshop – eTRU Truck Tech Outlook

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Marc Trahand is the Vice President and General Manager of ConMet’s eMobility Business Unit. He joined ConMet in 2021 with years of experience across industries such as electric mobility, electric energy, automotive, and more. He is an entrepreneur executive with a background in Marketing & Communications, Operations, and Product & Project Management. He is experienced in managing complex international projects with multinational corporations and several successful startups. He received a B.Eng. in EE Engineering from Heriot-Watt University, an M.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering from the Imperial College of London, an M.Sc. in EE Engineering from CentraleSupelec and an M.B.A. in Business from The Wharton School.

• TRU Workshop – eTRU Trailer Tech Outlook

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

He began his automotive career in 1986 as a sales consultant for a Mercedes-Benz. After holding multiple roles in the German and European Sales Organization with Mercedes-Benz, the company transferred him to Freightliner Custom Chassis in the US in 2001. In 2003 he took over a leadership role at DaimlerChrysler in Auburn Hills. In 2009 Mercedes-Benz USA tasked him to introduce the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and later Metris to the US market.

After 30 years with Mercedes-Benz, he left to return to the retail side, operating luxury car dealerships in Birmingham, AL. Before joining Green Power Motor Company as the Vice President of Medium Duty & Commercial Sales, he served in the Sales & Business Development capacity at Canoo.

He holds a BA in Business Administration from the University of Nuertingen/Geislingen, Germany with majors in Finance and Marketing.

• TRU Workshop – eTRU Truck Tech Outlook

  Monday, May 1 — 11:00 am to 12:15 pm

Bruce has over 25 years of experience in air quality regulation. He started as a stationary source compliance inspector at the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District in 1994. Moving to CARB in 2000, he worked with local districts in Northern California as a liaison, followed by work in incentive programs. Bruce was a key part of the team that wrote the first Greenhouse Gas Scoping Plan and developed the Cap-and-Trade program. Since 2011, he has managed a team that provides outreach and education to medium- and heavy-duty vehicle fleets. Most recently, that team is assisting on development of CARB’s Advanced Clean Fleet Regulation and working to develop financial and non-financial programs to assist fleets to transition to zero-emission.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – On-Road: Trucking Regulations and Your Fleet

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 10:55 am

Hart is Revel’s Charging Operations Manager, overseeing the operations and upkeep of all of the company’s DC fast chargers across its Superhub locations. He also oversees energy management, tracking the electricity consumption of Revel’s fleet and customers. Hart has previously held roles on Revel’s New Markets Operations team and Supply Chain team where he contributed to scaling Revel’s electric moped product line. Prior to joining Revel, Hart held analyst roles in both the private and public sector with a focus on the Middle East and humanitarian affairs.

• Infrastructure & Vehicle Procurement Workshop – Infrastructure & Vehicles: Investing in Your Fleet Operations

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

As a 20-year veteran at ESL Power Systems, Carlos Valero has held positions as ESL’s Marketing Manager, International Sales Manager, Director of International Sales, Director of Commercial Operations and currently holds the tile of Chief Commercial Officer. Carlos has a BE in Industrial Engineering from Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (UCAB) in Venezuela and an MBA in General Management from Humboldt State University in California. Having developed relationships with customers and distributors spanning 20+ years, Carlos has been instrumental in increasing ESL’s global market share for reefer outlets, pin & sleeve devices, Ship-to-shore power products and most recently, refrigerated truck-trail shore power. Carlos’s strong technical background is paramount in assisting the organization in developing new products and custom electrical systems that bring greater efficiency, promote sustainability, and increased safety to markets across the globe.

• TRU Workshop – eTRU Trailer Tech Outlook

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm

Alexander Voets is the General Manager of Velocity-EV – a Velocity Vehicle Group company – that sells commercial electric vehicles. In previous roles, Mr. Voets was the Director of Government Programs at Velocity Truck Centers where he oversaw the introduction of electric vehicles into the market and helped guide the customers’ decision making of what technology is right for their operation. Previously, Alex has worked as the eMobility Product and Marketing Manager for Daimler’s battery-electric class 6-8 trucks that have been introduced to the market under its Freightliner and Detroit brands.

• Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit – Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit: Today’s Zero Emission Vehicle Products and Strategies 

  Thursday, May 4 — 8:30 am to 9:40 am

Alex Wang is a General Engineer in the U.S. EPA, Office of Transportation and Air Quality, Assessment and Standards Division. He serves as a Team Lead on the Heavy-Duty Greenhouse Gas Phase 3 rulemaking, which is part of EPA’s Clean Trucks Plan to significantly reduce emissions from new medium- and heavy-duty vehicles and is a major step towards improving air quality and addressing the climate crisis. Alex holds a doctorate in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and bachelor’s degrees in Materials Science and Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan.

• Regulation & Funding Bootcamp – On-Road: Trucking Regulations and Your Fleet

  Monday, May 1 — 9:30 am to 10:55 am

Greg is an automotive development and production veteran with broad experience in ADAS, software, electronics systems, mechanical design, chassis, and electrification. He has demonstrated achievements reducing costs while improving functionality, quality, and marketability of a complete spectrum of vehicle systems, software and electronics, with particular expertise in powertrain controls. Innovated and directed projects in NAFTA, LATAM, EMEA, APAC regions from concept through implementation, delivering cost effective, high-performance, and technically compliant products on-time and budget.

• Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit – Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Fleets: The Future of Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicles

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Michael Wiesinger is Kodiak’s Vice President of Commercialization. In his role, Michael is responsible for driving business development and major partnerships as well as defining Kodiak’s commercial product and deploying it with the mission to optimize value for Kodiak’s fleet customers. Michael spent most of his career in the automotive and supply chain industries. He worked for Detroit Diesel, a Daimler Truck subsidiary, before he joined BCG, where he focused on strategy, operations, and supply chain topics for some of the world’s largest automotive OEMs. He was also part of the team that launched Ware2Go, a UPS company, where he built the company’s initial warehouse network and led all supply chain related topics.

• Breakout: Autonomous – Developments in Piloting and Scaling Commercial Autonomous Vehicles

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Harry is a PACCAR Vice President responsible for Global Powertrain.

Prior to this role he was President at DAF Trucks NV (a PACCAR Company) from 2018 thru 2022. During his career (since 1996) at DAF, he has also served as Controller Truck Assembly, Manager Logistics Innovations, Manager Logistics Operations, Manager Eindhoven Truck Assembly Plant, Human Resources Director, Director European Sales, and Operations Director.

Harry Wolters is a graduate of the University of Eindhoven (M.A.- Business Engineering) and he attended the Stanford Executive Program in 2017.

• Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Summit  – Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Fleets: The Future of Ultra Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Zach Woogen serves as Senior Policy Manager at the Vehicle-Grid Integration Council. He leads the day-to-day regulatory, policy, and market development efforts supporting smart EV charging, bidirectional “vehicle-to-everything” charging, and other advanced electric vehicle charging solutions. Zach is also a Senior Consultant at Strategen Consulting, where he supports go-to-market planning and strategic investment for clients in the EV and EV charging space.

• Breakout: Advancing Environmental Justice and Equity Through Fleet Transitions

  Wednesday, May 3 — 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

Renée Yarmy has dedicated her career to sustainable development, architecture, and climate action planning throughout her 20+ year career. As the Program Director for Maritime Sustainable Development at the Port of San Diego, Renée implements strategic zero emissions electrification and clean freight projects and programs that accelerate implementation of the Port’s Climate Action Plan and Maritime Clean Air Strategy. Renée holds a Bachelor of Architecture, a Master of Science in Sustainable Development, and has a LEED AP O+M credential. In addition, Renée teaches for the University of California, San Diego Sustainable Business Practices extension program.

• Breakout: Driving to Zero Emissions with Cargo and Material Handling Equipment

  Wednesday, May 3 — 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm

Aaron Young joined Electrify America in 2017 and is currently the Manager of Commercial Networks. From 2017 to 2020 he worked as the Utility Program Lead and the Infrastructure Planning and Research Specialist. He then moved into the position of Commercial Business Development Manager, where he led the business development activities for Utilities and public DC Fast Charging under the new B2B brand “Electrify Commercial.” Prior to working for Electrify America, he worked as a Product Development Analyst and Leading Project Manager for a Public Utility. Aaron has a Bachelor of Science in Sustainability, focused on Energy Materials and Technology, he is passionate about working with partners to decarbonize the energy system.

• EV Charging Event – EV Charging Event: “Publicly” Accessible Fleet Charging

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

Jeff Zawacki has over 30years of experience in the transportation and specifically, heavy truck industries. He has worked for Hendrickson in increasing levels of responsibility for the past 29 years and currently serves as Vice President of Advanced Technology developing new technologies into business growth opportunities for Hendrickson both organically and through acquisition. He also serves the industry as chairman of HDMA’s Advanced Technology Council working with the heavy-duty supply chain to navigate the advancements in technology that will add the most value to the industry in terms of safety, productivity, and environment.

Zawacki holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from GMI Engineering and Management Institute (currently Kettering University) and a Masters of Business Administration from Benedictine University.

Hendrickson, a Boler company, is a premier global manufacturer and supplier of truck and tractor suspensions; trailer suspensions, controls and non-integrated axle; truck and trailer lift axles; bumpers and trim components; and truck, tractor and trailer springs to the commercial transportation industry. After 100 years, Hendrickson continues to pioneer innovative ride solutions for heavy-duty commercial vehicles.

• Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicle Summit – Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Fleets: The Future of Ultra Clean Medium-Duty Vehicles

  Thursday, May 4 — 10:15 am to 11:30 am

William (Bill) Zobel is the Director of Alternative Fuel Strategy and Business Development for Pilot, one of North America’s leading providers of traditional and alternative transportation fuels. Bill is responsible for developing and executing the company’s alternative fuels strategy, focusing on Clean Hydrogen and Renewable Gas. Prior to joining Pilot, he served as VP of Business Development at Iwatani, assisting in the development of a fully integrated hydrogen value chain. He has also held leadership roles in Trillium, Sempra Energy, BP North America, and served as Executive Director of the California Hydrogen Business Council. He has served on several boards, including CalStart, NGV America, and the Conservation Corps of Long Beach.

Bill is a graduate of Columbia University’s executive business program and holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from California State University Long Beach.

• Hydrogen Workshop – The Hydrogen Supply Chain: Production, Distribution, Storage

  Monday, May 1 — 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm