Dan Lustig
About Dan Lustig
Dan Lustig serves as the Senior Director and Head of Real Estate at EVgo, where he leads a team focused on acquiring properties for electric vehicle charging stations. He has a background in Economics and Finance from Brandeis University and has previously worked at Merrill Lynch in real estate investment banking.
Work at EVgo
Dan Lustig serves as the Senior Director, Head of Real Estate at EVgo, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads a team focused on the nationwide acquisition of properties suitable for electric vehicle charging stations. His responsibilities include presenting and securing approvals from EVgo’s investment committee and, when necessary, the board of directors. Additionally, he maintains and grows broker and landlord relationships across the country, ensuring a robust network for property acquisition.
Education and Expertise
Dan Lustig earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Sociology from Brandeis University, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. He furthered his education at the Brandeis International Business School, obtaining a Master of Arts in Finance from 2002 to 2003. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in real estate and investment strategies, particularly in the electric vehicle sector.
Background
Prior to his current role at EVgo, Dan Lustig worked at Merrill Lynch as an Analyst in Real Estate Investment Banking from 2005 to 2007. This experience equipped him with valuable skills in real estate analysis and investment strategies, which he applies in his current position. His career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on real estate and investment within the context of emerging technologies.
Professional Networking and Collaboration
In his role at EVgo, Dan Lustig networks broadly across the organization, maintaining relationships with key stakeholders in various departments. His collaborations span Business Development, Construction, Engineering, Field Operations, Finance, Hardware, Legal, Product, Software, and Utility. This extensive networking is crucial for aligning real estate strategies with the company’s overall objectives.