Maxwell Pike
About Maxwell Pike
Maxwell Pike is a Manager of TNC & Fleet Business Development at Electrify America, with a diverse background in solar energy, automotive engineering, and hospitality management. He has held various roles in the energy sector, contributing to projects focused on energy conservation and electric vehicle charging solutions.
Current Role at Electrify America
Maxwell Pike currently serves as the Manager of TNC & Fleet Business Development at Electrify America, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing strategies and solutions for transportation network companies and fleet operations in Silicon Valley, California. His responsibilities include identifying opportunities for electric vehicle charging infrastructure and fostering partnerships to enhance the adoption of electric mobility.
Previous Experience at Electrify America
Prior to his current role, Maxwell Pike worked at Electrify America in various capacities. He served as a Charging Solutions Leader from 2019 to 2020 and as a Senior Charging Solutions Leader from 2020 to 2021. His work involved overseeing charging solutions and business development operations, contributing to the expansion of electric vehicle charging networks in the Washington D.C. Metro Area and beyond.
Education and Expertise
Maxwell Pike has a solid educational background in engineering and business. He earned a Bachelor of Applied Technology in Automotive Engineering from Unitec Institute of Technology from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, he completed the CORe: Credential of Readiness program at HBX / Harvard Business School in 2016. His studies also include Manufacturing Engineering at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo and Advanced Engine Performance at Cuesta College.
Background in Solar and Energy Consulting
Maxwell Pike has significant experience in the solar and energy sectors. He worked as a Solar Project Developer at StraightUp Solar for six months in 2016 and as a Solar, Energy Storage, and Electric Vehicle Charging Consultant at EDGE Energy from 2017 to 2018. He also contributed to energy efficiency projects as a Building Energy Specialist at the Smart Energy Design Assistance Center, where he recommended energy conservation measures.
Hospitality Management Experience
Before transitioning to the automotive and energy industries, Maxwell Pike gained experience in hospitality management. He worked as a Front Office Manager and Associate Guest Services Manager at Cliffs Hotel and Spa from 2006 to 2010. His background in hospitality has provided him with valuable skills in customer service and operations management, which he has applied in his subsequent roles.