Blink Charging Names Brendan S. Jones President and CEO

What’s Happening

Blink Charging Co., a leading manufacturer, owner, operator, and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, has promoted Brendan S. Jones to the position of President & CEO. Michael D. Farkas, the founder of Blink Charging, will continue to serve on the Board. Jones joined the company as Chief Operating Officer (COO) in April 2020 and has been its President since 2021.

Why It Matters

Under Farkas and Jones’ leadership, Blink has restructured its sales and operations, creating efficiencies while focusing on growth. The company has expanded from 42 to over 625 employees, with operations in 27 countries. Jones’ promotion highlights the company’s commitment to future expansion and growth in the EV charging infrastructure market.

Key Points

  • Brendan Jones has been promoted to CEO and President of Blink Charging.
  • Blink has experienced significant growth under Farkas and Jones, expanding to 27 countries and over 625 employees.
  • Jones was instrumental in launching Blink in new global markets and expanding the EV charging infrastructure.
  • Prior to Blink, Jones served as COO of Electrify America, LLC and held a key role at EVgo Inc.

Bottom Line

The promotion of Brendan Jones to CEO and President of Blink Charging comes as the company continues to expand its global footprint and strengthen its position in the EV charging market. With Jones’ extensive experience in the industry, the company is poised for further growth and success as it aims to advance e-mobility and bring electrification to more markets and communities worldwide. The Board of Directors has expressed full confidence in Jones’ ability to lead the company into its next phase of growth.

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