Frequently Asked Questions

About Kinnersley Advisory

What is Kinnersley Advisory?

Kinnersley Advisory is an independent strategic advisory, commercial growth and market entry consultancy supporting organisations across EV charging, energy infrastructure, fleet electrification and the wider energy transition landscape. We help businesses enter new markets, build strategic partnerships, accelerate commercial growth and deploy successful charging and energy infrastructure solutions.

Who is Giles Kinnersley?

Giles Kinnersley has nearly 20 years of experience across EV charging, energy infrastructure, automotive, software and mobility, including leadership roles with Schneider Electric, Ford, Connected Kerb, Vontier (Driivz, Gilbarco Veeder-Root, Konect) and AMPECO.Throughout his career, Giles has helped organisations launch new businesses, enter new markets, secure enterprise customers, develop strategic partnerships and accelerate commercial growth across the UK and internationally.

Why work with Kinnersley Advisory?

Kinnersley Advisory combines strategic advisory, commercial execution and hands-on industry experience.Having worked across charging hardware, software platforms, infrastructure deployment, fleet electrification and international expansion, we help organisations turn strategy into measurable commercial outcomes.Unlike traditional consultancies, we focus on practical execution, helping clients identify opportunities, build partnerships and accelerate growth.

Services

What services do you provide?

Services include:

• Market Entry & Expansion

• Commercial Growth Strategy

• Strategic Partnerships

• Enterprise Business Development

• EV Charging Strategy

• Energy Infrastructure Advisory

• Fleet Electrification

• Investor & Fundraising Support

• Fractional Commercial Leadership

• Non-Executive Director (NED) Support

• Board Advisory

• AI, Uptime & Operational Performance Optimisation

Do you provide EV charging strategy consulting?

Yes. Kinnersley Advisory works with charge point operators, hardware manufacturers, software providers, fleet operators, investors and organisations deploying charging infrastructure to develop scalable EV charging strategies.

Do you support energy infrastructure businesses?

Yes. We support organisations operating across energy infrastructure, electrification, charging, battery storage, energy management and intelligent energy systems.

Do you provide international market entry support?

Yes. We help businesses evaluate new markets, develop expansion strategies, establish local partnerships and build commercial operations to support international growth.

Do you help businesses enter the UK and European markets?

Yes. We support international manufacturers, software providers, technology companies and infrastructure businesses looking to establish or expand their presence across the UK and Europe.This includes market entry strategy, partner identification, commercial development and go-to-market execution.

Do you provide commercial growth support?

Yes. We help businesses accelerate growth through commercial strategy, partnership development, enterprise business development, channel strategy and market expansion initiatives.

Do you help businesses build strategic partnerships?

Yes. Strategic partnerships are a core part of our work.We help organisations identify, develop and execute partnerships with customers, distributors, technology providers, infrastructure operators, investors and industry stakeholders.

Do you provide fractional commercial leadership?

Yes. We support organisations through fractional Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), VP Commercial and strategic growth advisory engagements.This allows businesses to access senior commercial expertise without the cost of a full-time executive.

Do you help startups?

Yes. We work with founders and early-stage businesses on strategy, fundraising preparation, commercial partnerships, market entry and growth planning.

Do you work with established businesses?

Yes. We support both startups and established organisations across the EV charging, energy infrastructure and wider energy transition ecosystem.

Industries We Support

Who do you work with?

We work with:

• EV Charging Networks

• Charging Hardware Manufacturers

• Charging Software Platforms

• Energy Companies & Utilities

• Fleet Operators

• Infrastructure Investors

• Automotive OEMs

• Property Owners

• Local Authorities

• Public Sector Organisations

• Technology Providers

• Infrastructure Developers

Do you work with investors?

Yes. We support private equity firms, infrastructure funds, venture capital investors, family offices and strategic investors evaluating opportunities across EV charging, energy infrastructure, electrification and clean mobility markets.

Do you work with fleet operators?

Yes. We advise organisations on fleet electrification strategy, charging infrastructure requirements, operational readiness and long-term charging solutions.

Do you work with local authorities and the public sector?

Yes. We support local authorities, government agencies and public sector organisations planning and deploying EV charging infrastructure and electrification programmes.

EV Charging & Energy Infrastructure

How do you help EV charging companies grow?

We help organisations refine strategy, develop partnerships, identify market opportunities, improve commercial performance and accelerate sustainable growth.

What experience do you have in EV charging?

Our experience spans charging hardware, software platforms, infrastructure deployment, fleet charging, commercial strategy, international expansion and strategic partnerships across the global EV charging ecosystem.

Do you help with charging network strategy?

Yes. We support organisations developing public, private, fleet, workplace and destination charging strategies.

Do you help businesses deploy EV charging infrastructure?

Yes. We support organisations throughout the deployment journey, from strategy and planning through to technology selection, supplier evaluation, commercial modelling and implementation support.

Do you help businesses select charging hardware and software?

Yes. We provide independent guidance on charging hardware, charge point management software (CPMS), energy management systems, operations and maintenance providers and delivery partners.

Do you help with fleet electrification?

Yes. We help organisations assess charging requirements, operational impacts, infrastructure needs and long-term electrification strategies.

Do you advise on battery energy storage and energy management?

Yes. We advise businesses operating at the intersection of charging, energy infrastructure, battery storage, flexibility services and intelligent energy management.

Do you help businesses improve charger uptime and performance?

Yes. We advise charge point operators, fleets and infrastructure providers on improving charger reliability, uptime, preventative maintenance strategies, operational performance and customer experience.

Do you advise on AI and intelligent infrastructure?

Yes. We support organisations exploring AI, predictive analytics, preventative maintenance and intelligent infrastructure management to improve operational efficiency, visibility and commercial performance.

Do you help with pricing and revenue optimisation?

Yes. We help organisations develop pricing strategies, commercial models and revenue optimisation approaches that improve profitability while maintaining a strong customer experience.

Investors & Fundraising

Do you help startups raise investment?

Yes. We support founders with fundraising strategy, investor messaging, pitch development, investor readiness and engagement with potential investors.

Do you work with climate-tech companies?

Yes. We work with businesses operating across electrification, energy infrastructure, EV charging, sustainable mobility, software platforms and climate technology.

Can you help prepare for investor meetings?

Yes. We help founders refine their investment proposition, anticipate investor questions and communicate their business more effectively.

Advisory Engagements

Do you offer Non-Executive Director (NED) services?

Yes. Giles provides NED and board advisory support to organisations operating across EV charging, electrification, energy infrastructure and technology markets.

Can you support strategic partnerships?

Yes. Partnership development is a core area of expertise, helping organisations identify, develop and execute strategic relationships that support growth.

Do you work on project-by-project engagements?

Yes. Engagements can range from one-off strategic projects through to longer-term advisory and commercial support relationships.

Do you offer retained advisory support?

Yes. Retained advisory relationships are available for organisations seeking ongoing strategic guidance, industry expertise and commercial support.

Getting Started

What does a typical engagement look like?

Each engagement begins with understanding your objectives, market position, opportunities and challenges.From there, a tailored scope of work is developed to deliver practical, commercially focused outcomes.

How do I know if Kinnersley Advisory is right for my business?

If you operate across EV charging, energy infrastructure, fleet electrification, mobility, clean technology or the wider energy transition and are looking to accelerate growth, enter new markets, develop strategic partnerships or deploy infrastructure, we'd be happy to discuss your requirements.

How do I get in touch?

Contact us through the website contact form or email:giles@kinnersleyadvisory.com