Jan Haugen Ihle

I am part of the Elevators collaboration, a network of specialised EV‑charging professionals, technology providers and advisory firms across commercial, technical and operational disciplines.

Experienced International Business Strategist specialising in EV charging infrastructure, sustainable mobility, and organisational development. With a proven track record across international markets, I help companies identify growth opportunities, develop scalable strategies, and build strong, future-ready organisations. Combining deep industry insight with a practical, results-driven approach, I support clients in navigating complex challenges at the intersection of innovation, leadership, and clean technology. I also provide advisory sessions within the EV industry for clients of companies such as Dialectica, Thirdbridge, Tegus, Insight Alpha, AlphaSights, etc. Feel free to contact me if you need support in some of the following areas: • Management for hire • Development and improvement of charging networks for electric cars • Charging strategies & solutions • Project management • International negotiations • Organizational development • Process development

In my role as Executive Advisor, I supported Plugit in strategic development and decision‑making. I subsequently led Plugit’s market entry and operational establishment in Sweden. This included developing and presenting the market‑entry strategy to the Plugit Board, designing and implementing operational processes, establishing relationships with key partners, and ensuring the timely and effective execution of the rollout plan. The project exceeded expectations and was completed within the agreed timeframe.

I was engaged at Compleo Charging Solutions, where I played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s footprint in the High-Power Charging (HPC) segment. My responsibilities included driving strategic initiatives for their market entry into new countries and spearheading efforts to establish Compleo’s presence in these regions. Additionally, I served as the Head of International Sales, leading cross-border sales strategies, managing international teams, and cultivating key partnerships to enable global growth.

Responsible for developing and establishing IONITY’s High Power Charging network for EVs in Northern & Western Europe. The countries in the region are Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Ireland, France, Portugal, and Spain. Developed a small team of 10 persons to a team structure of 5 Country managers and 31 employees. Developed and standardized site decision-making and project management. Process and employee development according to the different country's needs. Actively involved in securing key partners and suppliers

IONITY’s first employee in the region of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Established the Oslo office and built up a team to manage the development, installation and operation of IONITY’s High Power Charging network for EVs in the Northern region. Establish the IONITY brand, business relations, processes and suppliers in the region to enable a successful charging network.

Responsible for introduction and establishment of Fortum´s Electric Vehicle Business - Charge & Drive in Norway (now Recharge). Responsible for Fortum's EV home charging solution in Nordic and Baltic. Charge & Drive is an advanced concept for charging of Electric Vehicles (EV).

Head of finance for Fortum Markets in Norway and administrative responsible for the legal company. Fortum Markets is Scandinavia's largest electricity supplier and reporting according to the Nordic structure. Area of responsibility includes internal and external financial reporting, financial processes, analysis, forecasts, budgets, development of business processes and human resources / personnel. Nordic responsible of project management and competence development within the financial area.

Project management in implementing and development project. Bid manager in sales project. Senior consultant and long experience with development of business- and corporate governance models and implementing of budget tools,

Working area: NAF test garage, NAF road assistance, NAF layer, NAF camp and other area of NAF technical department. Area of Responsibility: Financial Reporting, analyzes, reports, budget and forecasting, management team member, strategic planning process, project management, etc.