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EV Charging Pioneer Scott Mercer Takes on Fusion as CEO of Focused Energy

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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The inertial fusion energy company Focused Energy welcomes Scott Mercer as CEO, furthering its position as a leader in the burgeoning global fusion industry.

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  • The inertial fusion energy company Focused Energy welcomes Scott Mercer as CEO, furthering its position as a leader in the burgeoning global fusion industry.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240227836856/en/
    Scott Mercer, CEO of Focused Energy (Photo: Scott Mercer)
    "I’m thrilled and humbled to join a team that is demonstrably on the cutting edge of fusion science and achievement," Mercer stated.
  • Thomas Forner, Founder and President of Focused Energy, says, “Adding Scott Mercer to our team marks a pivotal moment for Focused Energy.
  • At Focused Energy, a blend of proven fusion science and experimental supply chain experience is building on groundbreaking achievements of the past two decades in laser-based nuclear fusion.

Mercedes-Benz HPC North America Welcomes Seasoned Executives to Transform the EV Charging Experience

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Mercedes-Benz HPC North America, a partnership between the Mercedes-Benz Group and MN8 Energy, announced today the appointments of top-level executives to lead the development and operations of its premium network of EV charging stations.

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  • Mercedes-Benz HPC North America, a partnership between the Mercedes-Benz Group and MN8 Energy, announced today the appointments of top-level executives to lead the development and operations of its premium network of EV charging stations.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240226680260/en/
    Anupa Charles-Pierre, Vice President of Marketing & Communication, Mercedes-Benz HPC North America (Photo: Business Wire)
    This comes months after announcing the launch of the EV charging network, inaugurated at the first charging hub in Sandy Springs, Georgia.
  • With decades of collective experience in the EV sector, luxury brands, and customer experience, the new hires reinforce Mercedes-Benz’s and MN8 Energy’s commitment to innovation and delivering an unparalleled, premium charging experience.
  • Mercedes-Benz HPC North America, in partnership with MN8 Charging, is responsible for the development and operation of the Mercedes-Benz charging network in North America, helping realize the next, essential step forward in Mercedes-Benz’s electrification strategy: expansion of the overall North American EV charging map to help propel EV adoption to the next levels.

"CHICAGO DRIVES ELECTRIC" INDOOR TEST TRACK, POWERED BY COMED, RETURNS TO THE CHICAGO AUTO SHOW FLOOR

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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CHICAGO , Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2024 Chicago Auto Show welcomes new and returning brands to its indoor electric vehicle (EV) test track, Chicago Drives Electric, powered by ComEd. This expanded EV hub will be a one-stop destination for attendees to experience the latest brands and to learn about all aspects of EV mobility and lifestyle, including at-home charging, range anxiety, maintenance and associated EV ownership costs.

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  • The Chicago Auto Show serves as the perfect backdrop to offer hands-on experience and education by industry experts."
  • Last year, brands that participated on the Chicago Drives Electric track tallied a total of 20,000 ride-alongs.
  • "Powering Chicago is proud to be a premier sponsor of the Chicago Auto Show and, as Chicagoland's No.
  • 1 resource for EV charger installations, we're thrilled to support the Chicago Drives Electric EV indoor test track," said Executive Director Elbert Walters III.

CHICAGO AUTO SHOW WELCOMES RETURNING AND NEW SPONSORS

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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CHICAGO, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sponsors continue to show their support of the 2024 Chicago Auto Show with annual renewals from partners including Cars.com, ComEd, Powering Chicago, NASCAR, and Wintrust. Sponsors joining the show for the first time include AT&T, Volta, Weber, and US ARMY.

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    CHICAGO, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sponsors continue to show their support of the 2024 Chicago Auto Show with annual renewals from partners including Cars.com, ComEd, Powering Chicago, NASCAR, and Wintrust.
  • Powering Chicago returns for 2024 as a premier partner, once again bringing their EV Learning Center to the Chicago Drives Electric track.
  • The NASCAR Chicago team also returns to the Chicago Auto Show, this year with the opportunity to drive the Chicago Street Course on new racing simulators.
  • For more information on Chicago Auto Show sponsorships, contact the Marketing and Sponsorships Director, Jim OBrill at [email protected] .

Industry Veterans Launch Disruptive Creative Agency, Canary’s Revenge

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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Creative luminaries Alex Prodaniuk and Justin Moore today announced the launch of Canary’s Revenge , an independent creative agency.

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  • Creative luminaries Alex Prodaniuk and Justin Moore today announced the launch of Canary’s Revenge , an independent creative agency.
  • Canary’s Revenge will bring a fresh perspective to the world of creative solutions, focusing exclusively on projects that directly contribute to a more sustainable and equitable world.
  • With services spanning brand development, storytelling and design, the agency will deliver creative excellence to connect fast-growing, socially and environmentally conscious businesses to greater audiences.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231108212581/en/
    Industry Veterans Launch Disruptive Creative Agency, Canary’s Revenge (Photo: Business Wire)
    Prodaniuk and Moore bring over four decades of combined experience in the creative, design and product industries, leading solutions for well-known brands such as Apple , Audi , Google.org , Levis , The San Francisco Chronicle and Volta Charging .

Andrew Cornelia Appointed to Lead the New Mercedes-Benz Charging Network in North America - Christopher Trainor Responsible for Finance

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230530005636/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230530005636/en/
    Andrew Cornelia, CEO, Mercedes-Benz HPC North America LLC (Photo: Business Wire)
    In their new roles, Andrew and Christopher will be responsible for the launch and operations of the Mercedes-Benz charging network in the U.S. and Canada.
  • Andrew and Christopher will also be recruiting, leading and empowering a new team of employees who will be dedicated to executing the company’s North American ambitions.
  • At Tesla, he led Strategic Finance for the global charging network, influencing its launch, rapid growth, and move towards open access standards.
  • "I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to launch and lead the Mercedes-Benz high-power charging network in North America.

AUTOTECH VENTURES ANNOUNCES NEW $230M FUND

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Thursday, April 20, 2023
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MENLO PARK, Calif., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Autotech Ventures (Autotech), an early-stage venture capital firm with a mission to solve the world's ground transportation challenges with technology, announced the closing of its third fund. The $230 million fund will be used to invest in Seed through Series C mobility-related startups.

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  • MENLO PARK, Calif., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Autotech Ventures (Autotech), an early-stage venture capital firm with a mission to solve the world's ground transportation challenges with technology, announced the closing of its third fund.
  • "Autotech Ventures' third fund is among the world's largest mobility-focused funds raised to date and further validates the investment thesis we pursued across our first two funds," said Quin Garcia, Autotech Ventures managing director.
  • As Autotech Ventures expands its portfolio, it is also expanding its leadership team with Tony Rimas who has joined the firm as a venture partner.
  • For more information about Autotech Ventures, visit www.autotechvc.com .

Qonsent names first Head of Data Strategy and Architecture, adds Data Industry Veteran CMO to Advisory Board

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Qonsent, one of the first data experience platforms with consent at its core, today announced key appointments to its team and advisory board. Jason Chambers has joined the team as the company's first Vice President of Data Strategy and Architecture and Nadya Kohl joins the Qonsent Advisory Board of Directors.

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  • Jason Chambers has joined the team as the company's first Vice President of Data Strategy and Architecture and Nadya Kohl joins the Qonsent Advisory Board of Directors.
  • "The data privacy sector is changing daily and with its evolution there will be no industry that isn't impacted.
  • From marketing and sales to policy and compliance, every executive needs to understand the current state of using consumer data," said Jesse Redniss, CEO and co-founder, Qonsent.
  • Jason and Nadya represent the type of minds and thought leadership that will continue to set Qonsent and its offerings apart."