Are you ready to get the inside track on the latest in EV charging? In this episode, we sit down with Liz Allan, founder of ChargeWise CX and host of the Electric Evolution Podcast to break down the biggest challenges holding back electric vehicle adoption and the bold innovations set to transform the EV industry.
Liz shares her journey as a neurodivergent founder and female leader shaking up a male-dominated field, and offers practical advice for overcoming the technology, funding, and behavioral hurdles facing EV startups and governments today.
Whether you’re an EV driver, tech entrepreneur, policymaker, or simply curious about the future of electric vehicles, you’ll find actionable insights and inspiring stories packed into this episode!
🔑 Episode Highlights & Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction: Who is Liz Allan?
02:21 – From Rock Bands to EV Startups: Liz’s Unconventional Journey
05:47 – The Power of Neurodiversity in CleanTech Leadership
08:35 – Eye-Opening Stats: What’s the Real State of EV Charging in the UK?
11:14 – Women in EV: Breaking Down Barriers in a Male-Dominated Industry
14:09 – What Does ChargeWise CX Do? A New Vision for EV Charging
18:35 – Why Inclusion and Diversity Fuel Innovation in EV
22:17 – Public Charging, Local Councils & Real-World Solutions
25:58 – The Role of Community and Storytelling in EV Adoption
29:15 – Advice for First-Time EV Drivers & The Power of Test Drives
32:04 – What Governments Should Be Doing for the EV Transition
35:44 – Building Vision, Culture, and Leadership in EV Startups
39:02 – Liz’s Hopes & Goals for the Next 12 Months
41:20 – Final Takeaways & How to Connect with Liz
💬 What challenges do you think are holding back EV adoption in your community? Share your story and join the conversation!
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