Episode 70: Liz Allan and Anne Buckingham - Diversity, Customer Support, and the Changing EV Landscape.

Electric Evolution

Episode 70: Liz Allan and Anne Buckingham - Diversity, Customer Support, and the Changing EV Landscape.
Liz Allan speaks to Anne Buckingham, Managing Director of Swarco Smart Charging. They discuss the negative press around EVs and the crucial need for accurate communication and public engagement. Together, they tackle the accessibility of EV charging points and the compatibility of EVs with existing infrastructure, offering valuable insights for potential adopters. They have a thought-provoking discussion about the significance of these factors in driving the EV sector forward. Anne also explores customer support in the EV sector and the evolving power needs of decarbonising vehicle fleets, offering an in-depth look at the challenges and solutions in this dynamic field.

Anne Buckingham Bio:
Anne Buckingham is Managing Director of Swarco Smart Charging and leads the development and delivery of the business strategy for their customer-funded EV infrastructure proposition. Anne has over ten years of experience in the EV infrastructure sector. She previously worked for SSE Enterprise, where she worked on innovative projects focused on EVs when they were primarily funded through public initiatives. Anne found this work incredibly exciting and aligned with the company's various business verticals. Her expertise lies in the intersection of sales and EV infrastructure, making her a valuable asset in the industry.
Anne Buckingham Links:
Website: https://www.swarco.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/swarco_ag
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbECDV0VD5BQqTwMlGSSQ_w
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/a-buckingham
Episode Keywords:
Electric vehicle, EV sector, accurate communication, public engagement, EV events, myth-busting sessions, financial benefits of EVs, driving benefits of EVs, environmental benefits of EVs, behavioural adaptation, EV charging networks, EV charging points, EV infrastructure, legacy infrastructure, sustainable future, diversity, inclusive work environment, leadership diversity, social media engagement, customer support, range anxiety, vehicle fleets, charging technology, fleet electrification, workplace charging infrastructure, funding landscape, bus infrastructure, small commercial fleets, pantograph charging

Episode Hashtags:
#EVMediaAccuracy #MythBustingEVs #EVMyths #EVBenefits #InfrastructureAdaptation #ChargingConvenience #DiversityInTech #SmartCharging #CustomerSupportEVs #DecarbonisationChallenges #FleetElectrification #ChargingTechnologies #SustainableTransport #ClimateChangeEducation #IndustryEvolution
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